Improperly welded apron joints may reduce the front-end structural integrity of the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Structure — Body

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 Focus and C-Max vehicles. The floor pan may have improperly welded left-hand apron joints.

Actions

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the apron joints, repairing the vehicle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S03.

Documents (11)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - January 25, 2017 SUBJECT: NEW VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD - Safety Recall 17S03
• Media Statement
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• ISSUED Renotification Notice
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2017-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2017-2
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2017-1
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- includes TSB
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2017-4

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 Focus and C-Max vehicles. The floor pan may have improperly welded left-hand apron joints.