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2018 Ford Focus RS

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

6

6 current

Combined

10.8L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,348

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2026338 · manufacturer campaign 26S40

14 July 2026

Transport Canada lists: Focus 2012–2018

What is wrong

On certain vehicles the recall repairs completed by a Ford dealer during recall 18S32 (Transport Canada recall no. 2018-577) may not have been done correctly. As a result, a another repair is required. On certain vehicles, the canister purge valve (CPV) may stick open and cause the fuel tank to deform. If this happens, the fuel gauge could read incorrectly and there could be a loss of power to the wheels. Note: This recall is an expansion of Transport Canada recall no. 2018-577. Vehicles repaired under that recall also require this repair.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the powertrain control module (PCM) software and, if necessary, replace the CPV. If the CPV is replaced, the dealer will inspect and replace the carbon canister, fuel tank and fuel delivery module, as necessary. In the interim, owners are advised to maintain at least 1/2 tank of fuel until the recall repair is performed.

110,138 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2026005 · manufacturer campaign 25SA4

9 January 2026

Transport Canada lists: Bronco 2021–2024 · Escape 2020–2022 · Explorer 2016–2024 · Focus 2016–2018 · and 4 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the engine block heater could leak coolant. If this happens, the block heater could short circuit when it's plugged in. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall no. 2025-554. Vehicles that were repaired under that recall don't require this repair.

Why it matters

A short circuit can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

To reduce the safety risk, Ford advises you not to use the engine block heater until the recall repairs have been completed. Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the block heater. Alternatively, owners can choose to have the dealership permanently disable the engine block heater.

138,783 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety TC

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2026004 · manufacturer campaign 26S01

9 January 2026

Transport Canada lists: Escape 2013–2019 · Focus 2013–2018 · MKC 2015–2016

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the engine block heater could leak coolant. If this happens, the block heater could short circuit when it's plugged in. Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 2.0 L engine.

Why it matters

A short circuit can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

To reduce the safety risk, Ford advises you not to use the engine block heater until the recall repairs have been completed. Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the block heater. Alternatively, owners can choose to have the dealership permanently disable the engine block heater.

193,627 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2023704 · manufacturer campaign 23S64

22 December 2023

Transport Canada lists: Ecosport 2018–2022 · Focus 2016–2018

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the engine oil pump tensioner and/or the engine oil pump drive belt could fail and cause a loss of engine oil pressure. If this happens, the engine could fail and cause a loss of power to the wheels and a loss of power braking assist. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a 1.0L engine.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. A loss of power brakes can cause an increase in brake pedal force and lead to an increase in stopping distance.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the oil pump drive belt tensioner assembly. The dealer will also replace the oil pump drive belt.

7,164 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2018665 · manufacturer campaign 18S07

3 December 2018

Transport Canada lists: Focus 2016–2018

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with a 1.0 L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission, repeated high energy clutch slip can lead to premature clutch lining wear, reducing the mechanical properties of pressure plate material. Prolonged use, with a slipping clutch, could result in pressure plate fracture, which could cause breach of the clutch cover and transmission housing, potentially leading to a transmission fluid leak. A transmission fluid leak, in the presence of an ignition source, could increase the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will evaluate the clutch for wear and replace as needed and will install updated software that will detect and prevent prolonged clutch slip. Note: This is an expansion of recall 2018-129.

134 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2018577 · manufacturer campaign 18S32

23 October 2018

Transport Canada lists: Focus 2012–2018

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may stick open and cause excessive vacuum in the fuel system that could deform the fuel tank. If this were to occur, it could cause: a malfunction indicator light (MIL) to illuminate, erratic readings on the fuel gauge, and/or the engine may stall. This could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software and replace the CPV as necessary. If the CPV is replaced, dealers will inspect and replace the carbon canister, fuel tank and fuel delivery module as necessary. Note: In the interim, owners are advised to maintain at least 1/2 tank of fuel until the recall repair is performed.

136,272 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Mid-size
In its class
More efficient than 23% of 172 2018 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
252 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2018 Ford Focus RS have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 6 recalls on record for the 2018 Ford Focus RS. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2018 Ford Focus RS get?
NRCan rates the 2018 Ford Focus RS at 10.8 L/100 km combined, emitting 252 g of CO2 per kilometre.
What does it cost to run a 2018 Ford Focus RS for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,348 in fuel, producing roughly 4,990 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.