Does the 2015 Ford Focus Electric have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Ford Focus Electric, the most recent reported on September 10, 2018 (Equipment: electrical). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Focus Electric?

Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (4 complaints), followed by power train (4).

How many 2015 Ford Focus Electric complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 12 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2015 Ford Focus Electric recalls and problems

2 recalls and 12 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Ford Focus Electric.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2015 Ford Focus Electric recalls

Equipment: electrical

NHTSA campaign 18V592000 · reported September 10, 2018 · Ford Motor Company · 49,197 vehicles potentially affected

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

Power train: driveline, differential unit

NHTSA campaign 16V479000 · reported June 28, 2016 · Ford Motor Company · 865 vehicles potentially affected

The 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.
The 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.
The 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system4
Power train4
Engine3
Fuel/propulsion system3
Steering3
Vehicle speed control2
Electronic stability control (ESC)1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Nov 15, 2022 · Electrical system
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…

May 3, 2019 · Steering · 84,000 miles
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…

Feb 22, 2019 · Electrical system · 39,000 miles
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…

Nov 27, 2018 · Engine · 44,010 miles
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…

Aug 21, 2018 · Steering
RACK AND PINION EPAS FAILED--GRADUALLY AT FIRST, THEN COMPLETELY. THIS PART HAS BEEN RECALLED IN OTHER FORD MODELS BUT NOT IN MINE--YET. THE REPAIR BILL WAS $2800. IT HAPPENED WITHIN A FEW DAYS OF 3-YR WARRANTY EXPIRATION AND I FILED A CLAIM WITH FORD. THEY REDUCED THE COST BY $2000, BUT I STILL HAVE AN $800 BILL TO…

Focus Electric model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2012	3	33	1	0
2013	3	69	1	0
2014	2	55	1	1
2015	2	12	1	0
2016	1	5	0	1
2017	0	7	0	0

Across all years, the 2013 Focus Electric has the most complaints (69). All Ford Focus Electric years →

Questions

Does the 2015 Ford Focus Electric have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Ford Focus Electric, the most recent reported on September 10, 2018 (Equipment: electrical). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Focus Electric?: Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (4 complaints), followed by power train (4).
How many 2015 Ford Focus Electric complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 12 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received November 15, 2022.