VIN 1FADP3J22HL268403 identifies a sedan โ the 2017 Ford Focus Titanium. This specific unit was assembled at the WAYNE, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA) facility, one of Ford's North American production plants.
This vehicle carries an unusually high 10 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include fuel system, gasoline:storage, fuel system, gasoline:storage, power train:manual transmission. All recalls must be repaired by a Ford dealer at no charge to the owner. Contact a dealer with this VIN before finalizing any purchase. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 40 MPG combined (42 city / 38 highway), which represents above-average fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $1550 at national average gas prices. It scores 9/10 on the EPA greenhouse gas scale, emitting 222 g COโ/mile.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2017 Ford Focus Titanium falls in an estimated used-market range of $7,000โ$10,900. The high recall count may suppress resale value โ factor this into price negotiation. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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Plant StateMICHIGANPlant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Plant ZIPNot availableDest. MarketNot available
Vehicle Descriptor1FADP3J2*HLGVWRClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Recall & Safety Summary
Total Recalls10Recall StatusActive recalls found
Overall Risk LevelHigh RiskABSIncluded
ESCIncludedTraction ControlIncluded
Safety Ratings
Overall Rating5 StarsFront Crash Rating5 Stars
Side Crash Rating5 StarsRollover Risk4 Stars
Safety Recalls
18V73500022/10/2018
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
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.
Risk: The excessive vaccuum may result in an engine stall while driving, without warning and without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module. Dealers will also check for fault codes and replace the CPV as...
19V51500005/07/2019
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 and 2017 Focus vehicles equipped with 2.0L GDI gasoline engines and 2013-2014 Focus ST vehicles equipped with 2.0L GTDI engines, previously recalled under 18V-735. The affected vehicles did not have the Powertrain...
Risk: The excessive vacuum may result in an engine stall while driving, without warning and without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module. Dealers will also check for fault codes and replace the CPV as...
18V84500028/11/2018
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
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.
Risk: A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update vehicles with software that detects and prevents prolonged clutch slip, and will replace the clutch, as...
17V52800028/08/2017
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Focus vehicles. The rear left side seat back frame may have an insufficient weld between the outboard pivot bracket and the pivot nut joint, resulting in the seat back having reduced strength....
Risk: The reduced seat back strength may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the rear second left side rear seat back as necessary, free of charge. The...
16V69800028/09/2016
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Ford Focus hatchback vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to August 26, 2016 and equipped with a manual transmission. The hatchback of the affected vehicles may be unlatched with a single...
Risk: With only a single press needed, the driver may accidently unlatch the hatchback, increasing the risk of injury to any unsecured passengers in the...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module with updated software, free of charge. The recall began February 10, 2017....
23V90500022/12/2023
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP
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.
Risk: A loss of oil pressure can result in an engine stall and a loss of power braking assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the oil pump tensioner assembly and oil pump drive belt, free of charge. If engine failure occurs due to a damaged...
26V01100015/01/2026
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
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...
Risk: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge....
26V01200015/01/2026
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
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.
Risk: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge....
TSBs are manufacturer repair instructions issued to dealerships. They are not safety recalls. If you're experiencing an issue, ask your dealer if a TSB applies.
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Owner Complaints
POWER TRAIN05/30/2026
The vehicle experienced a sudden and total loss of...
The vehicle experienced a sudden and total loss of transmission engagement and motive power while driving at highway speeds due to a Transmission Control Module (TCM) failure. The...
POWER TRAIN05/19/2026
The symptoms are shuddering (driving and turning corners), delayed...
The symptoms are shuddering (driving and turning corners), delayed acceleration and bouncing from a stop. This has been recalled and the clutch will never stop performing this way....
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE04/16/2026
The block heater on this car is leaking. The...
The block heater on this car is leaking. The recall 26V011 does not apply to this VIN, even though it falls under the year, make, model category. How...
engine failure - coolant entering engine cylinder #2, Internal engine failure. Car was stalled loss of power on highway and almost killed. Towed to nearest mechanic shop. Need...
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE04/03/2026
โUnknown- transmition seem to slip or acted like stalling...
โUnknown- transmition seem to slip or acted like stalling or about to die. Would jerk forward and shutter till finally would not start after being turned off. So...
ENGINE03/17/2026
Ford refuses to respond to emails nor return calls.........
Ford refuses to respond to emails nor return calls...... Cracked cylinder head caused from a known issue Ford failed to recall. The 2.0L Ecoboost uses an aluminum cylinder...
ENGINE03/13/2026
The engine oil light came on during late September...
The engine oil light came on during late September or early October of 2024 while on the highway. There was a severe loss of power. I was able...
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE03/11/2026
Recall maintenance with regard to NHTSA ID Number: 19V515000...
Recall maintenance with regard to NHTSA ID Number: 19V515000 for a Purge Valve was completed 1/9/2025. Starting in October 12, 2025, driving on the freeway, a large "bang"...
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No model-specific issue notes in our database for this year. The 885 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 1FADP3J22HL268403 decode to?+
VIN 1FADP3J22HL268403 decodes to a 2017 FORD Focus Titanium, assembled in WAYNE, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA).
How many recalls does this 2017 FORD Focus have?+
This 2017 FORD Focus has 10 open recalls on record with NHTSA. Recalls are safety-related and should be resolved by a dealership at no charge to the owner.
Is it safe to buy a 2017 FORD Focus with open recalls?+
Open recalls don't necessarily mean the vehicle is unsafe to drive, but they should be addressed promptly. Contact a FORD dealer with this VIN to confirm which recalls have been completed and schedule any outstanding repairs โ they are always free of charge.
What is the estimated value of this 2017 FORD Focus?+
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2017 FORD Focus Titanium is estimated at $7,000โ$10,900. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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What fuel economy does a 2017 FORD Focus get?+
According to EPA data, the 2017 FORD Focus gets approximately 40 MPG combined (42 city / 38 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $1,550.