Inaccurate Outside Air Temperature (OAT) Readings – 2016-2017 Ford Focus RS

2017 Ford Focus RS

NHTSA ID Number: 10140318 Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 47004 Summary Some 2016-2018 Model Year Focus RS may exhibit inaccurate Outside Air Temperature(OAT) readings with intermittent Air Conditioning(A/C) function. Instrument cluster will display 0 degrees F(-18 degrees C) until the vehicle is driven above 20-30 mph for minimum of 1 minute. Concern can occur when engine is running … Read more

Power Transfer Unit (PTU) Fluid Leak – Service Repair Kits – 2016-2017 Ford Focus RS

2016 Ford Focus RS

2016-2017 Focus RS – Power Transfer Unit (PTU) Fluid Leak – Service repair kits 2016-2017 Focus RS may exhibit fluid leaks from the PTU. Service repair kits now available to correct the condition.   LHD seal kit CV6Z-7H469-D, RHD Seal Kit CV6Z-7275-K, Intermediate shaft seal CN1Z-7H424-B, Rear Seal kit E1GZ-7275-A, Heat Exchanger G1FZ-7K177-A. Refer to … Read more

Paint Discoloration Exhibited Once Protective Wrap Guard Has Been Removed From Painted Surfaces – 2016-2018 Ford Focus RS

2016 Ford Focus RS

NHTSA ID Number: 10136590 Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 47068   Summary Some 2016-2018 Focus RS vehicles may exhibit paint discoloration once the protective wrap guard is removed. It is recommended the wrap stay in place until vehicle is delivered, but no longer than 6 months past the vehicle build date. Longer time on the vehicle will increase … Read more

Illuminated MIL with DTCs P0456, P1450 and/or P144A – 2016-2017 Ford Focus RS

2016 Ford Focus RS

NHTSA ID Number: 10095617 Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 17-0016   Summary SOME 2016-2017 FOCUS RS VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.3L GASOLINE TURBOCHARGED DIRECT INJECTION (GTDI) ENGINE AND BUILT ON OR BEFORE 10-DEC-2016 MAY EXHIBIT AN ILLUMINATED MIL WITH DTCS P0456, P1450 AND/OR P144A. THIS MAY BE DUE TO AN INTERMITTENT STICKING EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CANISTER PURGE VALVE. FOLLOW … Read more

Emission Recall 17E02 – Powertrain Control Module Reprogramming – 2016-2017 Ford Focus RS

March 1, 2017 TO: All U.S. Ford and Lincoln Dealers SUBJECT: NEW VEHICLE DELIVERY HOLD – Emission Recall 17E02 Certain 2016 and 2017 Model Year Focus RS Vehicles Powertrain Control Module Reprogramming   AFFECTED VEHICLES Vehicle Model Year Assembly Plant Build Dates Focus RS 2016-2017 Saarlouis August 3, 2015 through October 28, 2016   Affected … Read more