2018 Ford Focus
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Ford Focus is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 56 on record.
2018 Ford Focus at a glance
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2018 Ford Focus recalls 7
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles with a 2.0L GDI or 2.0L GTDI engine. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, possibly causing excessive vacuum in fuel vapor management system.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module. Dealers will also check for fault codes and replace the CPV as needed. If the CPV is replaced, dealers will inspect and replace the carbon canister, fuel tank and fuel delivery module as necessary. The recall bega…
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with a 1.0L Fox GTDI engine and a 6-speed manual transmission. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update vehicles with software that detects and prevents prolonged clutch slip, and will replace the clutch, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S07…
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus and 2018-2022 Ford EcoSport vehicles. The oil pump drive belt or drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loss of engine oil pressure.
Fix: Dealers will replace the oil pump tensioner assembly and oil pump drive belt, free of charge. If engine failure occurs due to a damaged oil pump belt and/or oil pump belt tensioner, Ford has authorized dealers to replace the engine assembly as an interim repair before the availability of remedy pa…
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Focus, 2013-2019 Escape, and 2015-2016 MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Fix: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim let…
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Fix: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. In…
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Focus vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 18V735. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly while driving.
Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S40. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in …
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Focus and 2013-2016 Fusion vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 18V169 and 18V845. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.
Fix: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S43. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchab…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2018 Ford Focus common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 819 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2018 Ford Focus MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2018 Ford Focus worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2018 Ford Focus costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($13,776) with the same model 5 model-years older ($10,591), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2018 Ford Focus trims & engines on record
2018 Ford Focus vehicles on record
2018 Ford Focus SEL1FADP3M26JL307477
2018 Ford Focus Titanium1FADP3J2XJL279400
2018 Ford Focus SE1FADP3K23JL219764
2018 Ford Focus Titanium1FADP3N27JL252178
2018 Ford Focus S1FADP3E23JL254221
2018 Ford Focus SE1FADP3FE9JL318514
2018 Ford Focus ST1FADP3L93JL289910
2018 Ford Focus BEV1FADP3R48JL217841
2018 Ford Focus SEL1FADP3H2XJL260934
2018 Ford Focus SE1FADP3F29JL287710
2018 Ford Focus SE1FADP3F29JL234537
2018 Ford Focus SE1FADP3FE9JL271002
2018 Ford Focus SE1FADP3F29JL292616
2018 Ford Focus SEL1FADP3H20JL224590
2018 Ford Focus SEL1FADP3M26JL254036
2018 Ford Focus S1FADP3E21JL293468
2018 Ford Focus S1FADP3E25JL278522
2018 Ford Focus SE1FADP3FE7JL303672
2018 Ford Focus SE1FADP3F26JL250517
2018 Ford Focus SE1FADP3K2XJL260182
2018 Ford Focus ST1FADP3L93JL282729
2018 Ford Focus SE1FADP3FE4JL236254
2018 Ford Focus SEL1FADP3M23JL201844
2018 Ford Focus SE1FADP3F29JL245652
Other Ford Focus model years
2018 Ford Focus — frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Ford Focus have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2018 Ford Focus. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford Focus?
Based on 819 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, engine, fuel/propulsion system.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Ford Focus get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Ford Focus at about 28 mpg combined (25 city / 34 highway).
How much is a 2018 Ford Focus worth?
Comparable 2018 Ford Focus listings run roughly $9,999–$17,298, typically around $13,776 (from 39 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.