Transport CanadaCritical
2000 FORD FOCUSTransport Canada Recall #2002214
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles, insufficient clamp load at the attachment of the lower control arm ball joint to the steering knuckle may result in separation of the joint or fracture of the ball joint stud. If this should occur while the vehicle is in motion, loss of vehicle control may result.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealers will verify the torque of the steering knuckle pinch bolt and tighten as necessary.
74,213 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 02S42Updated June 10, 2026