2014 Ford Focus Transmission Recall for Junk Titled Cars
Background
In 2014, Ford Motor Company issued a recall for certain 2014 Ford Focus vehicles due to a potential transmission issue. The recall affected vehicles with the 6F35 automatic transmission. The issue could cause the transmission to slip, hesitate, or fail to engage, potentially leading to a crash.
Affected Vehicles
The recall affected 2014 Ford Focus vehicles with the 6F35 automatic transmission. The following vehicles were included in the recall:
- Ford Focus SE
- Ford Focus SEL
- Ford Focus Titanium
Symptoms of the Issue
The symptoms of the transmission issue could include:
- Transmission slipping
- Transmission hesitation
- Transmission failure to engage
Potential Dangers
The transmission issue could lead to a crash if it caused the vehicle to lose power or become inoperable.
Recall Remedy
Ford Motor Company issued a recall to fix the transmission issue. The recall involved updating the transmission control module (TCM) software.
Junk Titled Cars
Junk titled cars are vehicles that have been declared a total loss by an insurance company. These vehicles may have been damaged in an accident or other incident. Junk titled cars are often sold for salvage or scrap.
Recall Implications for Junk Titled Cars
The 2014 Ford Focus transmission recall also applies to junk titled cars. If a junk titled 2014 Ford Focus has the 6F35 automatic transmission, it is eligible for the recall repair.
Getting the Recall Repair
Owners of 2014 Ford Focus vehicles with the 6F35 automatic transmission, including junk titled cars, can get the recall repair performed at a Ford dealership. The repair is free of charge.
Importance of the Recall Repair
It is important to get the recall repair performed to fix the transmission issue and prevent a potential crash. Junk titled cars are still subject to the same safety regulations as other vehicles, and it is important to ensure that they are safe to operate.
Additional Information
For more information about the 2014 Ford Focus transmission recall, visit the following websites:
