NHTSA Recall 16V479000: Differential unit (power train)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 865 vehicles. It affects 2015–2016 Ford Focus Electric.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V479000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 16S28 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DIFFERENTIAL UNIT |
| Report received | June 28, 2016 |
| Owner notification | March 24, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V479000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.