The 2018 Ford Focus is documented here with 3 trims and full specifications. It belongs to the ford-focus-iv-wagon generation (2018–2021). The most efficient trim returns 7.6 L/100 km combined. Pricing for the 2018 model year is estimated at $20,400–$28,800 USD.
2018 Focus at a glance
- Best fuel economy
- 7.6 L/100km combined
- Lowest CO₂
- 178 g/km
- Battery
- up to 33.50 kWh
- Length
- 4668 mm
- MSRP (US)
- $20,400–$28,800 USD est.
About the ford-focus-iv-wagon generation
2018–2021 | Station wagon (estate) | length 4668 mm, width 1825 mm, height 1492 mm, wheelbase 2700 mm | Engines: ST 2.3 EcoBoost (280 Hp) Automatic, ST 2.3 EcoBoost (280 Hp), +15 more; up to 280 Hp
Produced 2018–2021. See all generations →
Recalls & safety notices (5)
Source: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). Applicable to US-market 2018 Ford Focus vehicles.
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26V012000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER 2026-01-15
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.
Consequence: 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. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed February 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in April 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 16, 2026. This recall expands previous recall number 25V685.
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26V011000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER 2026-01-15
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 is plugged in.
Consequence: 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. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed March 6, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S01. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 16, 2026.
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23V905000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP 2023-12-22
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.
Consequence: 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 oil pump belt and/or oil pump belt tensioner, Ford has authorized dealers to replace the engine assembly as an interim repair before the availability of remedy parts for the final repair. This repair will be free of charge (parts and labor). Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S64.
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18V845000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION 2018-11-28
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.
Consequence: A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
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 necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S07. Note: This recall is an expansion of Recall 18V-169.
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18V735000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE 2018-10-22
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.
Consequence: The excessive vaccuum may result in an engine stall while driving, without warning and without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 needed. If the CPV is replaced, dealers will inspect and replace the carbon canister, fuel tank and fuel delivery module as necessary. The recall began August 19, 2019. Owners may contact Ford Customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S32. Note: Until the vehicle is serviced for this concern, owners are advised to keep the fuel tank at least halfway full.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2018 Ford Focus?
The estimated price of the 2018 Ford Focus is $20,400–$28,800 USD — an estimate based on its segment and specifications.
Is the 2018 Ford Focus fuel efficient?
The most efficient 2018 Focus trim returns about 7.6 L/100 km in combined driving.
Are there recalls on the 2018 Ford Focus?
Yes — 5 recall campaigns from the U.S. NHTSA are listed for the 2018 Ford Focus below, including the affected component and the official remedy.