2011 FORD FOCUS
0 recalls, 157 complaints - 59 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
157 total complaints
15 crashes 17 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 26 |
| POWER TRAIN | 19 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 13 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 12 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 10 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 8 |
| STEERING | 7 |
| AIR BAGS | 6 |
| ENGINE | 5 |
| SUSPENSION | 5 |
ENGINE
May 14, 2026
Incident date: May 15, 2024
After completion of Hyundai Service Campaign 9C2, my 2016 Hyundai Sonata SE is very difficult to drive at low RPMs. Cold start its sluggish and jerks and driving uphill feels like transmission slipping but is not. An additional update to the ECM needs to be conducted ASAP.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 24, 2025
Incident date: Jul 24, 2025
The rear cabin pressure vent leaks water into the cabin creating an unsafe vehicle to drive during rainy days. I took the vehicle to Sarasota Toyota and was told that my claim to get it fixed thru the Toyota warranty was denied because it is considered trim. I contacted the warranty company and Toy... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 1, 2024
Incident date: May 20, 2022
Vechile was parked & an attempted theft took place at 4am. It happened due to No immobilizer & No security system at all!
POWER TRAIN
Jul 30, 2024
Incident date: Jul 30, 2024
Transmission went out at 84000 miles. Accelerated into lane then nothing wouldn’t go into traffic.
ENGINE
Feb 28, 2024
Incident date: Feb 1, 2024
Oil changes up to date and all of a sudden oil is gone, no leaks per the servicer. Engine started knocking but it is not one that is on recall. No low oil warning lights came on or anything. Now its costing half the price of the value of the car to repair which is over $7k and its not yet paid off a... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 10, 2024
Incident date: May 8, 2017
Rear window leaking like a small stream in regular rain. It’s going down behind seats and carpeting and headliner staining worse and worse and I am worried about black mold being created. Husband has lung issues and that can be verified by our physician. We have told Jenkins chevy in Venice florid... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 14, 2023
Incident date: Nov 14, 2023
I purchased a vehicle from AutoMaxx of the Carolinas 11/09/2023.in which the dealership agreed to fix the two from windows that won't down due to the gaskets being damage I did brought that to Mr Michael Dangerfield the day I purchased the truck.in which the warranty who pay for the .I have 90 days... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 9, 2023
Incident date: Jan 1, 2011
When the vehicle has the auto start-stop activated it will randomly kill the engine entirely when you go to drive forward from an auto start-stop stop. You then need to put the vehicle in park and restart the engine. I've taken this into the dealership twice now for this issue, as the first time th... Read more
WHEELS
Feb 15, 2022
Incident date: Feb 15, 2022
The lug nuts are corroded and we are unable to remove them for tire rotation.
SUSPENSION
Sep 19, 2020
Incident date: Feb 11, 2020
BACKING UP THE WHEEL BARELY TURNS AND IT LOCKS UP WHILE BACKING UP, MAKING TURNS, THE WHEEL LOCKS UP AS I MAKE TURNS LEFT AND RIGHT I'LL BRING IT TO THE SHOP SEVERAL TIMES BUT THIS ISSUE PERSISTS EVERY YEAR I BUY A NEW POWER STEERING SYSTEM EVERY YEAR. I HAVE BROUGHT 3 POWER STEERING SYSTEMS FROM FO... Read more
STEERING
Sep 19, 2020
Incident date: Feb 11, 2020
BACKING UP THE WHEEL BARELY TURNS AND IT LOCKS UP WHILE BACKING UP, MAKING TURNS, THE WHEEL LOCKS UP AS I MAKE TURNS LEFT AND RIGHT I'LL BRING IT TO THE SHOP SEVERAL TIMES BUT THIS ISSUE PERSISTS EVERY YEAR I BUY A NEW POWER STEERING SYSTEM EVERY YEAR. I HAVE BROUGHT 3 POWER STEERING SYSTEMS FROM FO... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Aug 19, 2020
Incident date: May 8, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR DOOR LATCH LOCKED AND THE DOOR WAS UNABLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIS WIFE EXITED THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOW AFTER THE DOOR FAILED TO OPEN FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CO... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 14, 2020
Incident date: Nov 1, 2019
THE BACK PASSENGER DOOR LOCKS ARE STUCK LOCKED AND THE DOORS CAN'T OPEN OR THEY STAY STUCK OPEN AND THE DOOR DOESN'T STAY SHUT. I'VE HAD THE LOCKS REPLACED AND IT HAPPENED AGAIN.
AIR BAGS
Aug 26, 2019
Incident date: Jan 1, 2018
TAKATA RECALL THERE IS A RECALL ON 2011 FORD FOCUS, BUT NOT WITH MY VIN NUMBER. HOWEVER THERE IS A WHITE POWDER ESCAPING FROM THE CONNECTION OF THE STEERING COLUMN AND THE STEERING WHEEL. THE WHITE POWDER FORMS COLUMNS OF WHITE ON THE HORN ASSEMBLY OF THE STEERING WHEEL. SERVICE MAN TOLD ME IT C... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 27, 2019
Incident date: Mar 14, 2018
MY CAR HAS HAD PROBLEMS WITH A MYSTERY BATTERY DRAIN FOR TWO YEARS. SINCE MARCH OF 2019 IT HAS BEEN STALLING AT STOP LIGHTS SEEMS TO HAPPEN WHEN THE RPM NEEDLE DROPS. IN THE WINTER OF 2018 I HAD ISSUES TWICE WHERE I TRIED ACCELERATING AND THE MPH NEEDLE WOULDN'T MOVE PAST 20 IT DID EVENTUALLY SP... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jul 27, 2019
Incident date: Mar 14, 2018
MY CAR HAS HAD PROBLEMS WITH A MYSTERY BATTERY DRAIN FOR TWO YEARS. SINCE MARCH OF 2019 IT HAS BEEN STALLING AT STOP LIGHTS SEEMS TO HAPPEN WHEN THE RPM NEEDLE DROPS. IN THE WINTER OF 2018 I HAD ISSUES TWICE WHERE I TRIED ACCELERATING AND THE MPH NEEDLE WOULDN'T MOVE PAST 20 IT DID EVENTUALLY SP... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 27, 2019
Incident date: Mar 14, 2018
MY CAR HAS HAD PROBLEMS WITH A MYSTERY BATTERY DRAIN FOR TWO YEARS. SINCE MARCH OF 2019 IT HAS BEEN STALLING AT STOP LIGHTS SEEMS TO HAPPEN WHEN THE RPM NEEDLE DROPS. IN THE WINTER OF 2018 I HAD ISSUES TWICE WHERE I TRIED ACCELERATING AND THE MPH NEEDLE WOULDN'T MOVE PAST 20 IT DID EVENTUALLY SP... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 12, 2019
Incident date: Jun 25, 2019
MY 2012 FORD FOCUS IS EQUIPPED WITH THE DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION AND HAS HAD ISSUES FROM THE DAY I BOUGHT IT. SHUDDERING UPON START WAS THE BIGGEST ISSUE. CAR FINALLY STOPPED RUNNING AND WAS REPAIRED AT DEALER BUT NOW THE TRANSMISSION IS EXTREMELY NOISY AND WILL SLIP OUT OF GEAR INTO NEUTRAL WITHOU... Read more
WHEELS
Jun 26, 2019
Incident date: May 20, 2019
TIRE SENSOR FAULT , DOUGLES TIRES LOOSING AIR
POWER TRAIN
Feb 25, 2019
Incident date: Feb 23, 2019
THE CLUTCH SYSTEM ON MY MANUAL 2011 FORD FOCUS WENT OUT. THE CLUTCH NOW PLAYS ON THE FLOOR BOARD WITH NO CATCH IN IT. THE GEARS WONT BUDGE. I RESEARCHED AND SEEN THE NEWER MODELS HAVE HAD THIS SAME PROBLEM. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE MY CAR. WHEN THE CLUTCH WENT OUT IT WA... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Feb 5, 2019
Incident date: Feb 3, 2019
THE DOOR HANDLES, LATCH AND UNLOCKING MECHANISM FAIL, CAUSING THE DOORS TO REMAIN LOCKED. YOU WILL BE UNABLE TO UNLOCK THE DOORS FROM THE INSIDE OR OR OUTSIDE.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 13, 2018
Incident date: Sep 5, 2016
I WAS DRIVING WESTBOUND ON FLAMINGO ENROUTE TO WORK SPEED LIMIT 45 MPH EACH DIRECTION I HAD THE YELLOW FLASHING LEFT ARROW AS I STARTED MY LEFT TURN THE CAR DIED NO POWER ANOTHER VECHICLE WAS APPROACHING FROM WEST TO EAST AS I WAS TURNING LEFT I TURNED MY EMERGENCY FLASHERS AND THE CAR CAME WITHIN... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 29, 2018
Incident date: Sep 28, 2018
I WAS ALMOST INVOLVED IN A ACCIDENT WITH A 18 WHEELER BECAUSE MY BRAKES WOULDN'T ALLOW ME TO STOP.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Oct 29, 2018
Incident date: Sep 28, 2018
I WAS ALMOST INVOLVED IN A ACCIDENT WITH A 18 WHEELER BECAUSE MY BRAKES WOULDN'T ALLOW ME TO STOP.
AIR BAGS
Oct 29, 2018
Incident date: Sep 28, 2018
I WAS ALMOST INVOLVED IN A ACCIDENT WITH A 18 WHEELER BECAUSE MY BRAKES WOULDN'T ALLOW ME TO STOP.
ENGINE
Oct 25, 2018
Incident date: Oct 15, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED LIT, BUT THE VEHICLE DID NOT START. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NICK ABRAHAM ELYRIA FORD (1115 E BROAD ST, ELYRIA, OH... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 11, 2018
Incident date: Apr 15, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO LOCK. YEARS LATER, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO LOCK. THE CONTACT HAD TO TIE DOWN THE DOOR TO KEEP IT CLOSED. THE CONTACT CALLED LIBERTY FORD PARMA HEIGHTS (6600 PEARL RD, PARMA HEIGHTS, OH ... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Oct 11, 2018
Incident date: Apr 15, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO LOCK. YEARS LATER, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO LOCK. THE CONTACT HAD TO TIE DOWN THE DOOR TO KEEP IT CLOSED. THE CONTACT CALLED LIBERTY FORD PARMA HEIGHTS (6600 PEARL RD, PARMA HEIGHTS, OH ... Read more
STEERING
Oct 4, 2018
Incident date: Aug 28, 2018
MY POWER STEERING TURNS ON AND OFF WITHOUT WARNING. I HAVE HAD TIE ROD ENDS, RACK, PINION, POWER STEERING PUMP, AND LINES REPLACED. THAT HAS NOT FIXED THE ISSUE.
POWER TRAIN
Jul 26, 2018
Incident date: Jul 23, 2018
ONLY 3 OUT OF 4 DOORS OPEN, THE OUTSIDE DOOR LATCHES HAVE FAILED SINCE PURCHASE IN 2013. HAVE ALSO CONTINUALLY FAILED/RE-BROKE AFTER BEING FIXED. CAR ALSO DOES NOT UNLOCK AFTER BEING LOCKED AND INSIDE DOOR MECHANISMS DO NOT UNLOCK AFTER BEING ENGAGED.. HUGE SAFETY ISSUE. ALSO MULTIPLE TIMES THE A SO... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 26, 2018
Incident date: Jul 23, 2018
ONLY 3 OUT OF 4 DOORS OPEN, THE OUTSIDE DOOR LATCHES HAVE FAILED SINCE PURCHASE IN 2013. HAVE ALSO CONTINUALLY FAILED/RE-BROKE AFTER BEING FIXED. CAR ALSO DOES NOT UNLOCK AFTER BEING LOCKED AND INSIDE DOOR MECHANISMS DO NOT UNLOCK AFTER BEING ENGAGED.. HUGE SAFETY ISSUE. ALSO MULTIPLE TIMES THE A SO... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 2, 2018
Incident date: Jun 23, 2018
THE EVAPORATOR COIL IN MY CAR IS LEAKING AND SPRAYING REFRIGERANT IN MY CAR. THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE CAR IS IN MOTION AND OR IN PARK.
POWER TRAIN
Jun 27, 2018
Incident date: Feb 21, 2017
WITH LESS THAT 70000 MILES ON THE CAR MY TRANSMISSION STARTED TO GO OUT ON ME. I HAVE SINCE HAD THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED AS IT IS UNDER WARRANTY, AND LESS THAN A WEEK AFTER GETTING IT FIXED IT WAS ALREADY STARTED TO GO ON ME AND HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE OVER THE SIX MONTHS.
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 27, 2018
Incident date: Apr 25, 2017
SEVERAL TIMES, MY BREAKS HAVE NOT RESPONDED WHILE PRESSING DOWN ON THEM, MY FOOT WILL BE TO THE GROUND AND THERE IS NOTHING. IT CAUSED MY VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED GOING 35 MILES AN HOUR.
Crash
POWER TRAIN
Jun 27, 2018
Incident date: Apr 25, 2017
SEVERAL TIMES, MY BREAKS HAVE NOT RESPONDED WHILE PRESSING DOWN ON THEM, MY FOOT WILL BE TO THE GROUND AND THERE IS NOTHING. IT CAUSED MY VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED GOING 35 MILES AN HOUR.
Crash
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Jun 13, 2018
Incident date: May 15, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DOORS WOULD NOT OPEN FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE, EXCEPT FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR. ALSO, THE KEY FAILED TO OPEN THE VEHICLE'S DOORS WHEN LOCKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FORD GROVES (1501 N KINGSHIGHWAY ST, CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701)... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 13, 2018
Incident date: May 15, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DOORS WOULD NOT OPEN FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE, EXCEPT FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR. ALSO, THE KEY FAILED TO OPEN THE VEHICLE'S DOORS WHEN LOCKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FORD GROVES (1501 N KINGSHIGHWAY ST, CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO 63701)... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 8, 2018
Incident date: Apr 8, 2018
DOOR AJAR LIGHT STAYS ON CONSTANTLY EVEN WHEN THE CAR IS NOT IN USE. THE SENSOR WILL GO OFF WHILE DRIVING AND UNLOCK ALL DOORS, EVEN IF THE CHILD SAFETY FEATURE IS ACTIVATED. BECAUSE OF THIS MESSAGE THE DOME(MAP) LIGHT ON THE INSIDE OF THE CAR WILL RANDOMLY TURN ON AND OFF. THIS ALSO CAUSES THE B... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 8, 2018
Incident date: Apr 8, 2018
DOOR AJAR LIGHT STAYS ON CONSTANTLY EVEN WHEN THE CAR IS NOT IN USE. THE SENSOR WILL GO OFF WHILE DRIVING AND UNLOCK ALL DOORS, EVEN IF THE CHILD SAFETY FEATURE IS ACTIVATED. BECAUSE OF THIS MESSAGE THE DOME(MAP) LIGHT ON THE INSIDE OF THE CAR WILL RANDOMLY TURN ON AND OFF. THIS ALSO CAUSES THE B... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 17, 2018
Incident date: Mar 13, 2018
THE DOOR AJAR SENSOR WARNING LIGHT FOR MY DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR KEEPS COMING ON. THE DOOR IS CLOSED. THIS HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN PARKED. WITH THIS DEFECTIVE SENSOR IT ALSO SETS THE ALARM OFF EVERY 5-10 MINUTES WHILE LOCKED, ALONG WITH THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR LIGHTS COMING ON SPORADICALLY.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 15, 2018
Incident date: Dec 10, 2017
I AM A WIDOW, I HAVE CHILDREN TO TAKE CARE OF. SO FOR SOMETHING LIKE THE IGNITION COIL TO ALL OF A SUDDEN GO BAD AND COST ME $850 IS REDICULOUS. I WAS AT WORK AND MY CAR WOULD NOT START. NO WARNING, NO NOTHING. ESPECIALLY WHEN I HAVE READ OTHERS ONLINE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. I'M BEGINNING TO WONDER ... Read more
WHEELS
Jan 11, 2018
Incident date: Jan 10, 2018
THE REAR WHEEL BEARINGS HAD TO BE REPLACED AFTER MAKING A VERY LOUD NOISE WHEN THE CAR WAS IN MOTION, WORSENING WITH SPEED. THEY HAVE HAD TO BE REPLACED TWICE SINCE THEN AND THAT WAS JUST OVER 6 MONTHS AGO! THE MECHANIC INFORMED US THAT THERE DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE ANYTHING WRONG THAT WOULD CAUSE THE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 24, 2017
Incident date: Dec 23, 2017
FORD FOCUS 2011, IGNITION KEY TUMBLER FAILURE, CAN NOT START CAR. TUMBLER IN IGNITION NOT WORKING, TOLD I NEED TO REPLACE AND REPROGRAM CAR, CAN ONLY BE DONE BY DEALER. CHECKED ON LINE, THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM, NO RECALL FOUND, WHY NOT. I WAS AT THE MALL XMAS SHOPPING, HAD TO HAVE CAR TOWED.
SUSPENSION
Oct 17, 2017
Incident date: Oct 15, 2017
THE VEHICLE HANDLES HORRIBLY ON WET AND/OR ICY ROADS. WHEN STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR SIGN AT EVEN A VERY SLIGHT INCLINE THE TIRES HAVE TROUBLE GETTING TRACTION. THIS IS THE WORST VEHICLE FOR WET/ICY ROADS I'VE EVER DRIVEN. IT IS ALSO THE FIRST, AND MOST LIKELY THE LAST, FORD I WILL OWN.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 21, 2017
Incident date: Sep 16, 2017
MY HUSBAND HAD RETURNED FROM THE STORE AND PULLED UP INTO OUR SLIGHTLY ANGLED DRIVEWAY, HE WAS CHECKING HIS RECEIPT FOR AN ERROR AND THOUGHT HE HAD THE CAR IN PARK. HE GOT OUT TO CARRY SOME BAGS UP TO THE PORCH AND WHEN HE RETURNED HE NOTICED THE CAR WAS STILL RUNNING. HE REACHED IN TO TURN THE CA... Read more
Crash
1 injured
POWER TRAIN
Sep 9, 2017
Incident date: Jul 19, 2017
2011 FORD FOCUS SE TRANSMISSION PULLING AND JERKING, CAUSING THE TIRES TO VIBRATE WHILE DRIVING. UPON FIRST ACCELERATING BEFORE MOTOR WARMS UP, THE CAR SOUNDS LIKE A TRUCK. IT IS EXTREMELY LOUD. THE CAR HAS TO BE MOVING FOR AWHILE BEFORE THE LOUD NOISE DECREASES SOME, BUT THE NOISE CONTINUES.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Jun 28, 2017
Incident date: Jun 26, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. WHEN THE DRIVER WAS ATTEMPTING TO UNLOCK THE DOORS, THE FRONT LOCKS AUTOMATICALLY LIFTED UP, BUT THE REAR LOCKS REMAINED INSIDE THE DOORS. ALL FOUR DOORS WERE NOT ABLE TO BE OPENED. THE DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO LIFT THE REAR LOCKS, BUT THE KNOBS FOR THE DOOR LOCKS ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 28, 2017
Incident date: Jun 26, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. WHEN THE DRIVER WAS ATTEMPTING TO UNLOCK THE DOORS, THE FRONT LOCKS AUTOMATICALLY LIFTED UP, BUT THE REAR LOCKS REMAINED INSIDE THE DOORS. ALL FOUR DOORS WERE NOT ABLE TO BE OPENED. THE DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO LIFT THE REAR LOCKS, BUT THE KNOBS FOR THE DOOR LOCKS ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 21, 2017
Incident date: Mar 15, 2017
WHEN THE CAR IS IDLING WHETHER IN PARK OR DRIVE, IT WILL LOSE POWER AND I NOTICE THE RPM NEEDLE BOUNCES ALL OVER THE PLACE. I HAVE HAD THE CAR COMPLETELY DIE ON ME 3 DIFFERENT TIMES AS I HAVE STARTED TO ACCELERATE. LUCKILY ALL 3 TIMES WERE WHEN I WAS LEAVING A DRIVE-THRU AND WASN'T IN HEAVY TRAFFI... Read more
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Apr 26, 2017
Incident date: Feb 26, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR LATCH FAILED AND THE DOOR AJAR WARNING SENSOR ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE PREVENTED ANY OF THE DOORS FROM LOCKING AND THE CONTACT COULD NOT SEE THE FUEL GAUGE OR MILEAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WA... Read more
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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2011 FORD FOCUS
2011 Ford Focus 4 DR FWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 13.0% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2011 FORD FOCUS
59 manufacturer communications from 29 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 9 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 6 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 5 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 3 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 2 |
SSM 52476
Apr 24, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during ini
14M02 S7
May 4, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Certain 2011 through 2015 Model Year Fiesta and 2012 through 2016 Model Year Focus Vehicles Equipped with a DPS6 Automatic Transmission Transmission Control Module Extended Warranty Coverage REASON FOR THIS SUPPLEMENT ??A???A???A? Due to
14M01-S7
Aug 26, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Certain 2011 through 2014 Model Year Fiesta and Focus Vehicles Equipped with a DPS6 Automatic Transmission - Transmission Clutch Shudder / Transmission Input Shaft Seal Warranty Extension
DPS6 Dealer Com.
Jul 12, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Short-Term DPS6 Dealer Customer Handling Direction
SSM 47976
May 10, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be greased with Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A even if grease was not applied from the factory. Also verify that the engine/tran
17B32-S2
Jan 29, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Certain 2016-2017 Model Year Focus RS Vehicles - Cylinder Head Gasket Replacement
SSM 47201
Mar 30, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Linco
SSM 47080
Feb 14, 2018
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
2010-2018 various vehicles equipped with SYNC or SYNC 3 may not function when attempting to find or use the Spotify app via AppLink. As of an update released on 1/15/2018 Spotify will no longer be supporting their AppLink integration. No re
SSM 47009
Jan 10, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts a
SSM 47009
Jan 10, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts a
SSM 47009
Jan 10, 2018
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts a
SSM 46332
Jan 24, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
REPLACING THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT SYNC/NAVIGATION SYSTEM WITH EITHER AN AFTERMARKET SYNC/NAVIGATION KIT OR MODIFYING ORIGINAL SYNC/NAVIGATION PARTS TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL FEATURES IS NOT RECOMMENDED NOR SUPPORTED ON ANY FORD, MERCURY OR LINCO
SSM 46210
Nov 17, 2016
010000 STEERING
SOME 2010-2016 EPAS EQUIPPED VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT STEERING RELATED NOISES. THE WORKSHOP MANUAL (WSM) DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES HAVE BEEN UPDATED IN SECTION 211-02. WHEN DIAGNOSING AND REPAIRING EPAS STEERING NOISES USE THE UPDATED PROCEDURES.
SSM 46132
Oct 17, 2016
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
SOME 2008-2017 FORD/MERCURY/LINCOLN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SYNC MAY GENERATE A VHR THAT IDENTIFIES A CONCERN WITH THE BRAKES AND SUSPENSION CATEGORY INDICATING SERVICE IS REQUIRED DUE TO A BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LAMP BEING ILLUMINATED. IF THE
SSM 46132
Oct 17, 2016
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
SOME 2008-2017 FORD/MERCURY/LINCOLN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SYNC MAY GENERATE A VHR THAT IDENTIFIES A CONCERN WITH THE BRAKES AND SUSPENSION CATEGORY INDICATING SERVICE IS REQUIRED DUE TO A BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LAMP BEING ILLUMINATED. IF THE
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
SSM 46085
Sep 21, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate
14M01-S6
Aug 16, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
CERTAIN 2011 THROUGH 2014 MODEL YEAR FIESTA AND FOCUS VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A DPS6 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TRANSMISSION CLUTCH SHUDDER / TRANSMISSION INPUT SHAFT SEAL WARRANTY EXTENSION.
16B02M
Apr 7, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
49 CFR Part 579.5 Monthly Communications - March 2016
16B02M
Apr 7, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
49 CFR Part 579.5 Monthly Communications - March 2016
14M01S5
Mar 3, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
Customer satisfaction Program 14M01 - Supplement #5 Certain 2011 thr ough 2014 Model Year Fies ta and Focus vehicles equipped with a DKPS6 Automatic Transmission Transmission Clautch Shudder/Transmission Input Shaft Seal warranty Extension
14M01
Mar 3, 2016
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
TSB-15-0121
Aug 4, 2015
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
TSB-15-0121
Aug 4, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
14M01
Aug 4, 2015
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
THIS TSB CONTAINS AN OWNER LETTER. SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON. FORD 2011 THROUGH 2014 FIESTA AND FOCUS VEHICLES: SERVICE BULLETIN REGARDING EXCESSIVE TRANSMISION CLUTCH AND TRANSMISSION LEAK WARRANTY EXTENSION. *LJ UPDATED 10/08/2
CSP-15B-22
Aug 4, 2015
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
CSP-15B-22
Aug 4, 2015
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
44863
Jul 1, 2015
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
FORD: NO SERVICE ACTION IS RECOMMENDED FOR THIS CONDITION. PLEASE USE AT YOUR DISCRETION. VARIOUS 2010-2015 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A TURBULENCE NOISE, SIMILAR TO AN HELICOPTER NOISE, AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WHEN THE REAR DOOR WINDOW(S) OR SUNROO
15-0043
Mar 27, 2015
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FORD 2011-2014 MODEL YEAR FIESTA AND FOCUS VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A DPS6 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WILL EXPERIENCE, ON LIGHT ACCELERATION, CLUTCH SHUDDERING. *LJ
ASI-44707
Sep 1, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FORD: AFTER POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE REPROGRAMMING, THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) IS ON WITH SEVERAL DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P06B8, P068A, P2610, IF KEY NOT LEFT FOR 30 SECONDS IN OFF POSITION FOLLOWING PROGRAMMING ON SOME M
ASI-44707
Sep 1, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
FORD: AFTER POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE REPROGRAMMING, THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) IS ON WITH SEVERAL DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P06B8, P068A, P2610, IF KEY NOT LEFT FOR 30 SECONDS IN OFF POSITION FOLLOWING PROGRAMMING ON SOME M
ASI-44649
Jul 1, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
FORD: A JOB AID WAS DEVELOPED AND NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE PTU INTERNAL OR EXTERNAL FLUID LEAKAGE FOR ALL WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES. *PE
ASI-44283
Nov 1, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FORD: DURING COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES, AND AT LIGHT ACCELERATION OR COASTING, A GRINDING, SCRAPING NOISE IS HEARD, BETWEEN 20-50 MPH. MODEL 2012-2013 FIESTA, FOCUS. *PE
AS1-32241
May 1, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
FORD: ON VARIOUS VEHICLES WITH MY TOUCH,AFTER ANY APIM PROGRAMMING, REPLACEMENT OR DISCONNECT FROM FRONT DISPLAY INTERFACE MODULE (FDIM), TOUCHSCREEN CALIBRATION MUST BE PERFORMED. MODEL YEARS 2011-2013. NO MODELS LISTED.
AS1-32241
May 1, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
FORD: ON VARIOUS VEHICLES WITH MY TOUCH,AFTER ANY APIM PROGRAMMING, REPLACEMENT OR DISCONNECT FROM FRONT DISPLAY INTERFACE MODULE (FDIM), TOUCHSCREEN CALIBRATION MUST BE PERFORMED. MODEL YEARS 2011-2013. NO MODELS LISTED.
SIS-21841
Apr 1, 2011
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
COMM-TRANS LUND: SOME 2009-2011 MODELS MAY HAVE THE AIR BAG INICATOR FLASHING WITH A STORED TROUBLE CODE. THIS IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM
SIS-21841
Apr 1, 2011
140000 AIR BAGS
COMM-TRANS LUND: SOME 2009-2011 MODELS MAY HAVE THE AIR BAG INICATOR FLASHING WITH A STORED TROUBLE CODE. THIS IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM. *RM
AS-21769
Mar 1, 2011
100000 POWER TRAIN
FORD: IF THERE IS AN INTERMITTENT LACK OF POWER, SURGE, OR HESITATION WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKES WILL OVERRIDE ACCELERATION. *RM
AS-21769
Mar 1, 2011
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
FORD: IF THERE IS AN INTERMITTENT LACK OF POWER, SURGE, OR HESITATION WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKES WILL OVERRIDE ACCELERATION. *RM
AS-21769
Mar 1, 2011
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FORD: IF THERE IS AN INTERMITTENT LACK OF POWER, SURGE, OR HESITATION WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKES WILL OVERRIDE ACCELERATION. *RM
AS-21769
Mar 1, 2011
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
FORD: IF THERE IS AN INTERMITTENT LACK OF POWER, SURGE, OR HESITATION WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKES WILL OVERRIDE ACCELERATION. *RM
AS-21687
Jan 1, 2011
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
FORD: THERE MAY BE A LOSS OF POWER, HESITATION, SURGE, OR LACK OF THROTTLE RESPONSE WHILE DRIVING. THE BRAKE OVER ACCELERATOR FEATURE MAY BE ACTIVATING. *RM
TSB-10-21-6
Oct 21, 2010
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
FORD: THE IDLE SPEED DROPS LOWER THAN DESIRED AND MAY FLUCTUATE. THERE MAY BE TWO POSSIBLE TROUBLE CODES STORED. *RM
NHTSA Safety Investigations, FORD FOCUS
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
RQ23006
Opened: Sep 15, 2023 , Closed: Dec 20, 2024
Loss of Motive Power
On September 15, 2023, the Office of Defect Investigation (ODI) opened this Recall Query (RQ) after receiving 98 consumer complaints alleging loss of motive power in model year (MY) 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles. The RQ focused on the effectiveness of the remedies of Recall 18V-735 and 19V-515. In O... Read more
EA04023
Opened: Aug 18, 2004 , Closed: Feb 4, 2005
REAR DOOR LATCH FAILURE
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED ON APRIL 8, 2004 AS PE04-033 AND UPGRADED ON AUGUST 18, 2004 TO EA04-023.THE COMPLAINANTS ALLEGED THAT THE REAR DOOR LATCHES FAILED TO KEEP THE DOORS IN A CLOSED POSITION, RESULTING IN REAR DOORS COMING OPEN WHILE THE VEHICLES WERE BEING DRIVEN.SOME COMPLAINANTS REPORTE... Read more
PE04033
Opened: Apr 8, 2004 , Closed: Aug 20, 2004
REAR DOOR LATCH FAILURE
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED ON APRIL 8, 2004, BASED ON 17 REPORTS THAT ONE OR BOTH REAR DOOR LATCHES DID NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY.THE COMPLAINANTS ALLEGED THAT THE DOORS WERE DIFFICULT TO CLOSEAND THAT THE DOOR LATCHES WOULD NOT REMAIN LATCHED WHILE THE VEHICLES WERE BEING DRIVEN, RESULTING IN A DOOR... Read more
EA02022
Opened: Sep 9, 2002 , Closed: Jan 16, 2004
ENGINE STALLING
CLOGGING OF THE FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (FDM) FILTERS IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES CAN LEAD TO STALLING AND OTHER RELATED SYMPTOMS.THESE SYMPTOMS BECOME INCREASINGLY OBVIOUS TO THE DRIVER AS THE CLOGGING GRADUALLY INCREASES OVER EXTENDED PERIODS OF DRIVING.STALLING IN THESE VEHICLES IS MOST LIKELY TO OCCUR ... Read more
EA02023
Opened: Sep 9, 2002 , Closed: Feb 19, 2003
FRONT SUSP COLLAPSE/WHEEL SEPARATION
SEE ATTACHED REPORT.
EA02017
Opened: Aug 16, 2002 , Closed: Aug 15, 2003
BURN INJURIES DUE TO AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
ALL OF THE CONSUMER COMPLAINTS ALLEGE AN INCIDENT IN WHICH DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER FRONTAL AIR BAG CAUSED SOME TYPE OF BURN INJURY.MOST OF THESE INJURIES ARE DUE TO CONTACT AND/OR ABRASION WITH THE AIR BAG AND ARE OF RELATIVELY MINOR TO MODERATE SEVERITY.IT IS POSSIBLE THAT SOME DRIVERS MAY HAVE SU... Read more
EA02014
Opened: Jul 31, 2002 , Closed: Nov 13, 2002
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
There is no summary currently available
PE02044
Opened: May 1, 2002 , Closed: Sep 9, 2002
FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARM
There is no summary currently available
PE02040
Opened: Apr 4, 2002 , Closed: Sep 9, 2002
ENGINE STALLING
THE PRIMARY CONCERN OF THIS PE IS LOSS OF ENGINE POWER.STALLING MAY OCCUR AT LOW SPEED OR HIGH SPEED.AT THE TIME OF OCCURRENCE THE AVERAGE VEHICLE MILEAGE IS 30,000 MILES.BECAUSE THESE VEHICLES STALL AND/OR HESITATE UNPREDICTABLY, AN INCREASED RISK IS INHERENT TO THESE VEHICLES.IF A DRIVER EXPECTING... Read more
PE02032
Opened: Mar 12, 2002 , Closed: Jul 31, 2002
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
PE02026
Opened: Feb 28, 2002 , Closed: Sep 18, 2002
INAPPROPRIATE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
There is no summary currently available
PE02020
Opened: Feb 11, 2002 , Closed: Aug 16, 2002
AIR BAG BURN INJURIES/VEHICLE FIRES
INFORMATION DISCLOSED DURING THIS PE SHOWS ALLEGATIONS OF BURN INJURIES RESULTING FROM ABRASION AND/OR TERMAL CAUSES.ALLEGATIONS OF CHEMICAL BURNS ALSO EXIST.SEVERAL INCIDENTS ALLEGE VEHICLES FIRES RESULTING FROM DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAGS.THIS PE HAS BEEN UPGRADED TO AN ENGINEERING ANALYSIS (EA) TO... Read more
PE02016
Opened: Feb 8, 2002 , Closed: Nov 8, 2002
REAR WHEEL BEARING
There is no summary currently available
FORD FOCUS - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FORD FOCUS across all model years (2000, 2018).
132
Total Recalls
29,748
Total Complaints
13
Investigations
1,733
Reported Crashes
472
Reported Fires
84
Reported Deaths
FORD FOCUS - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 7 | 1,106 | View |
| 2017 | 10 | 1,171 | View |
| 2016 | 10 | 1,563 | View |
| 2015 | 9 | 1,319 | View |
| 2014 | 12 | 3,614 | View |
| 2013 | 12 | 2,913 | View |
| 2012 | 8 | 4,970 | View |
| 2011 (current) | 0 | 157 | |
| 2010 | 0 | 409 | View |
| 2009 | 0 | 323 | View |
| 2008 | 2 | 336 | View |
| 2007 | 2 | 524 | View |
| 2006 | 2 | 270 | View |
| 2005 | 5 | 599 | View |
| 2004 | 6 | 499 | View |
| 2003 | 7 | 1,224 | View |
| 2002 | 8 | 1,198 | View |
| 2001 | 14 | 2,361 | View |
| 2000 | 18 | 5,152 | View |
| 1999 | 0 | 15 | View |