2015 Ford Focus Electric recalls and problems

The 2015 Ford Focus Electric has 2 safety recalls and 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

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Injuries / deaths

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Recalls may cover only some 2015 Ford Focus Electric vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2015 Ford Focus Electric recalls

Recall 18V-592: Equipment

Reported Sep 10, 2018 · 49,197 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 120V Convenience charge cords that were supplied with and sold for use with 2013-2015 Ford C-Max Energi and Fusion Energi vehicles and 2012-2015 Ford Focus Electric vehicles. Cords with part numbers FM58-10B706-AA, FM58-10B706-AB, FM58-10B706-AC, FM58-10B706-AD, FM58-10B706-AE and FM58-10B706-AF were manufactured without thermistors, and during vehicle charging, increased resistance in the house's outlet or wiring can cause the cord to overheat and melt.

Risk: An overheated cord can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the current cord with a new 120V convenience cord with a thermistor, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S24.

Recall 16V-479: Power Train

Reported Jun 28, 2016 · 865 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ford Focus Electric vehicles manufactured August 20, 2015, through April 13, 2016. The transmission's differential pinion gear shaft may overheat and fracture.

Risk: A fractured pinion shaft could cause a loss of motive power and loss of the transmission park function, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission differential assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S28.

2015 Ford Focus Electric problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	4
Electrical System	4
Engine	3
Steering	3
Fuel/Propulsion System	3
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 7,600 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2015 Ford Focus Electric complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · reported Nov 15, 2022

When driving my car the first day I bought it, the wrench icon illuminated, telling me to check the manual. I figured I would do so after work, but as I tried to start the car to leave work, I received a "Stop Safely Now" message and could not start the car. It had at least 30% charge, being electric, so that had nothing to do with it not starting. I am glad this did not happen when I was driving, as I have seen other instances of earlier years of the Ford Focus electric with this same issue. In other cases, it came in while the owner was driving, causing all power to the accelerator to stop.…

Steering · at 84,000 miles · reported May 3, 2019

I was driving to work just gotten off the freeway in the city of cerritos and all of a sudden a warning came on and said steering loss stop safely and then it locked up and pulled to the right. I almost hit the car next to me but was lucky. I was able to get it to the side of the road using all my strength but it was terrifying and someone could have really been injured or worse. I have only had it 2 and 1/2 years

Electrical System · at 39,000 miles · reported Feb 22, 2019

Driving my vehicle in normal conditions with over 30 miles left to a charge on a suburban street going approximately 45 miles per hour, suddenly a red triangle warning appeared on the dash stating stop safely now. 60 seconds later the vehicle shut off and I lost all power leaving me stranded in the dark in the middle of the street. After about 20 minutes I was able to restart the vehicle and proceed home. There is never any prior warning to this happening. This has happened 3 times to me within a 2 month period and I have taken it to my dealership twice with no results. I drive 40 miles to…

Engine · at 44,010 miles · reported Nov 27, 2018

While parked (Stationary) I could not turn the engine off even though I pressed the on/off button. (The battery would drain down to zero. I could recharge it 100% but it would not hold the charge.) I brought it to ford service. They charged it up and said it was working fine. I told them to let it sit over night. They checked it the next day and it was drained. They told me that the problem was a defective "body control module" which needed to be replaced. I informed them that ford already recalled the 2015 focus because of defective body control module. They said that my focus was not covered…

Vehicle Speed Control · at 20,000 miles · reported Sep 14, 2017

Car was pulling out of a parking lot when there was sudden maximal acceleration resulting in a crash with personal injury and property damage.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Ford Focus Electric have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Ford Focus Electric: 18V-592 (equipment), 16V-479 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Ford Focus Electric?

Owners report power train problems most often (4 reports), followed by electrical system (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 7,600 miles.

Are Ford recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.