Recall 13V335 affects 6,308 2012-2013 Ford Focus vehicles with HID headlights and faulty side marker lamps. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 6,308 2012-2013 Focus BEV and Focus ST vehicles equipped with HID headlights because a wiring incompatibility can keep the front side marker lamps from working. Without those lamps, the vehicle is harder to see at night and the crash risk increases; the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
On the 2012-2013 Ford Focus models in this recall, the issue is in the exterior lighting wiring for vehicles equipped with High Intensity Discharge headlights. The front side marker lamps are small lights at the front corners of the vehicle. They help other drivers see the vehicle's position from the side in low light.
The problem is a wiring incompatibility between the HID headlight setup and the front side marker lamp circuit. Because the wiring does not match the lamp circuit as designed, the side marker lamps fail to illuminate when the lighting system calls for them. That leaves the vehicle short of the required exterior lighting function.
There is no warning sign before failure. The owner-facing clue is direct: when the exterior lights are on, the front side marker lamps are not lit. If you see that, tell the Ford dealer the recall concerns HID headlight wiring and front side marker lamp operation.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2012 and 2013 Focus model years; both are tied to exterior lighting.
| 2013 Ford Focus | Exterior lighting |
|---|---|
| 2012 Ford Focus | Exterior lighting |
| Units affected | 6,308 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific car.
What's the safety risk?
Missing side marker illumination makes the Focus harder for other drivers to see at night, which increases crash risk. Use extra care in low light and schedule the dealer wiring repair. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2013 Ford Focus is included in this recall.
- Check your mail and Ford owner account for the recall notice Ford began sending on August 16, 2013.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer with recall number 13V335 and ask about the free headlamp wiring modification that restores side marker lamp operation.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it when the Ford dealer inspects the vehicle.
- Drive with extra care at night until the repair is complete; keep your lights on and avoid poor-visibility trips when practical.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician modifies the headlamp assembly wiring so the front side marker lamps can operate with the HID headlight setup. The dealer repair will be free once Ford confirms it is available for your VIN. Because the remedy status is not listed here, ask a Ford dealer whether campaign 13C04 is open for your VIN before you bring the vehicle in.
Timeline
| August 1, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 16, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V335?
Recall 13V335 covers 6,308 2012-2013 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with HID headlights. Incompatible headlamp wiring leaves the front side marker lamps out of compliance, reducing nighttime visibility and increasing crash risk. Ford dealers modify the headlamp assembly wiring for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2013 Ford Focus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Focus is included in recall 13V335. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the headlamp assembly wiring repair. Reference recall number 13V335 and Ford recall number 13C04 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair covered safety defects at no cost, and Ford will modify the headlamp assembly wiring free of charge at any franchised Ford dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced nighttime visibility. If the front side marker lamps do not work as required, other drivers have less lighting to see the vehicle at night, increasing crash risk. The dealer repair restores the headlamp assembly wiring.
What if I bought my 2012-2013 Ford Focus used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Focus is included, then contact a franchised Ford dealer and reference recall number 13V335.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V335000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V335 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V335000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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