Recall 17V052 affects 17 2016 Ford C-Max and Focus vehicles for improperly welded apron joints. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 17 2016 C-Max and Focus vehicles because improperly welded left-hand apron joints in the floor pan can weaken front-end structural integrity. In a crash, that defect raises the risk of injury, and Ford dealers will repair the affected vehicles free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The floor pan and left-hand apron joints are part of the 2016 Ford C-Max and Focus body structure. The apron area helps tie the front body structure to the rest of the vehicle, while the floor pan forms the lower cabin structure. These metal panels depend on welds that fully bond the joined pieces together.
The recall involves apron joints that were improperly welded during body assembly. Ford identified suspect left-side apron assemblies, repaired them at the assembly plant, then found through audit testing that those repaired joints were not confirmed to meet the standard repair requirements. A weld with poor penetration does not bond the metal through its full depth, so the joint does not have the intended structural strength.
Owners do not get an advance symptom from this defect. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
Covers C-Max and Focus cars from the same model year, with body-structure scope listed for each.
| 2016 Ford C-Max | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2016 Ford Focus | body structure |
| Units affected | 17 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
Improperly welded apron joints can weaken the vehicle's front-end structure and increase injury risk in a crash. There is no warning sign for this defect, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Ford C-Max or Focus is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free apron-joint inspection and repair that addresses the improperly welded floor-pan structure.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford sent one. If not, reference recall number 17V052 when you call.
- Call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 with questions about scheduling or dealer repair instructions.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician inspects the left-hand apron joints in the floor pan area and repairs the vehicle if the weld condition is found. The inspection and any needed repair are free under the recall. Reimbursement is handled through the original warranty program, not through a separate reimbursement plan, because Ford says the warranty would provide a free repair for this concern. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| January 24, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 25, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| January 25, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 6, 2017 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 6, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| March 8, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V052?
Recall 17V052 covers 17 2016 Ford C-Max and Focus vehicles with left-hand apron joints in the floor pan that were improperly welded. Those welds can reduce front-end structural integrity and increase injury risk in a crash. Ford dealers will inspect the apron joints and repair the vehicle for free.
What should I do if my 2016 Ford C-Max or Focus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 17V052. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the apron-joint inspection. Reference Ford recall number 17S03 when you call. The dealer will repair the vehicle for free if the inspection finds the defect.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to fix safety defects at no cost, and Ford dealers will inspect the apron joints and repair affected vehicles for free under recall 17V052.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced front-end structural integrity in a crash. Ford reported that improperly welded apron joints can weaken the vehicle structure and increase the risk of injury during a collision. The free dealer inspection determines whether your vehicle needs repair.
What if I bought my Ford C-Max or Focus used?
The free repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2016 Ford C-Max or Focus is included, then call a franchised Ford dealer and reference recall 17V052 or Ford recall number 17S03.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V052000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V052 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V052000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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