Ford Focus: known issues clusters
All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.
| rows | 64 |
|---|---|
| model years | 2005–2018 (11) |
| data through | 2026-09-20 |
| method | /data/methodology#known-issues |
| license | CC BY 4.0 (derived) |
Vehicle pages
2018 · 2017 · 2016 · 2015 · 2014 · 2013 · 2012 · 2011 · 2010 · 2007 · 2005
Rows
| year | cluster_id | label | component_code | complaint_count | date_range | source_complaint_count | reviewed_at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | focus-2018-dps6-clutch-shudder | Dual-clutch transmission shudder and loss of drive | POWER TRAIN | 81 | 2024-08 → 2026-08 | 825 | 2026-08-07 |
| 2018 | focus-2018-recall-parts-delay | Recall 23V905 repair parts delays | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 31 | 2024-10 → 2026-04 | 825 | 2026-08-07 |
| 2018 | focus-2018-oil-pump-belt-engine-failure | Oil pump drive belt failure and engine seizure | ENGINE | 32 | 2024-08 → 2026-08 | 825 | 2026-08-07 |
| 2018 | focus-2018-purge-valve-stalling | Canister purge valve failure and stalling after refueling | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 20 | 2024-08 → 2026-07 | 825 | 2026-08-07 |
| 2018 | focus-2018-coolant-intrusion-overheat | Engine overheating with coolant intrusion | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 9 | 2025-02 → 2026-04 | 825 | 2026-08-07 |
| 2018 | focus-2018-power-steering-loss | Power steering loss and steering rack failure | STEERING | 4 | 2024-09 → 2025-07 | 825 | 2026-08-07 |
| 2017 | focus-2017-tcm-actuator-failure | Transmission control module and clutch actuator failure | POWER TRAIN | 17 | 2024-07 → 2026-07 | 894 | 2026-08-06 |
| 2017 | focus-2017-dct-shudder-failure | DPS6 dual-clutch shudder and transmission failure | POWER TRAIN | 80 | 2024-07 → 2026-07 | 894 | 2026-08-06 |
| 2017 | focus-2017-oil-pump-belt-failure | Oil pump drive belt failure and engine seizure | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 36 | 2024-07 → 2026-07 | 894 | 2026-08-06 |
| 2017 | focus-2017-purge-valve-stall | Canister purge valve failure with engine stall | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 20 | 2024-07 → 2026-07 | 894 | 2026-08-06 |
| 2017 | focus-2017-recall-parts-unavailable | Recall 23V905000 repair parts unavailability | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 15 | 2024-07 → 2026-07 | 894 | 2026-08-06 |
| 2017 | focus-2017-coolant-intrusion | Coolant intrusion and cracked cylinder head | ENGINE | 6 | 2024-07 → 2026-07 | 894 | 2026-08-06 |
| 2016 | focus-2016-dual-clutch-shudder | Dual-clutch shudder and hesitation on acceleration | POWER TRAIN | 58 | 2024-05 → 2026-07 | 1187 | 2026-08-04 |
| 2016 | focus-2016-oil-pump-belt-engine-failure | Oil pump belt failure and engine seizure | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 24 | 2024-06 → 2025-11 | 1187 | 2026-08-04 |
| 2016 | focus-2016-power-steering-assist-fault | Power steering assist fault | STEERING | 5 | 2024-06 → 2025-04 | 1187 | 2026-08-04 |
| 2016 | focus-2016-tcm-failure-power-loss | Transmission control module failure and power loss | POWER TRAIN | 22 | 2024-06 → 2025-08 | 1187 | 2026-08-04 |
| 2016 | focus-2016-transmission-overheat-no-reverse | Transmission overheat message and loss of reverse | POWER TRAIN | 18 | 2024-08 → 2026-07 | 1187 | 2026-08-04 |
| 2016 | focus-2016-purge-valve-stalling | Canister purge valve stalling after refueling | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 16 | 2024-06 → 2026-06 | 1187 | 2026-08-04 |
| 2015 | focus-2015-clutch-shudder | Transmission clutch shudder while accelerating | POWER TRAIN | 53 | 2023-11 → 2026-07 | 1025 | 2026-08-05 |
| 2015 | focus-2015-oil-pump-belt-engine-failure | Oil pump drive belt failure with engine damage | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 18 | 2024-01 → 2026-06 | 1025 | 2026-08-05 |
| 2015 | focus-2015-transmission-overheating | Transmission overheating message and loss of motive power | POWER TRAIN | 50 | 2023-11 → 2026-03 | 1025 | 2026-08-05 |
| 2015 | focus-2015-tcm-failure | Transmission control module failure and stalling | POWER TRAIN, ENGINE | 24 | 2023-12 → 2026-07 | 1025 | 2026-08-05 |
| 2015 | focus-2015-purge-valve-stalling | Engine stalling tied to canister purge valve | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 17 | 2023-11 → 2026-07 | 1025 | 2026-08-05 |
| 2015 | focus-2015-power-steering-loss | Electric power steering assist loss | STEERING | 12 | 2024-01 → 2026-02 | 1025 | 2026-08-05 |
| 2014 | focus-2014-transmission-shudder | Transmission shudder and failure to shift or engage gears | POWER TRAIN | 161 | 2024-06 → 2026-08 | 2652 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2014 | focus-2014-power-steering-loss | Power steering loss and steering wheel stiffness | STEERING | 13 | 2024-08 → 2026-08 | 2652 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2014 | focus-2014-fuel-system-stalling | Fuel system stalling and sputtering tied to refueling | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 7 | 2024-11 → 2026-07 | 2652 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2014 | focus-2014-sudden-power-loss | Sudden loss of engine power and stalling while driving | POWER TRAIN | 9 | 2024-07 → 2026-07 | 2652 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2013 | focus-2013-powershift-clutch-shudder | PowerShift transmission shudder and failure to shift | POWER TRAIN | 126 | 2022-10 → 2026-05 | 2105 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | focus-2013-door-latch-recall | Door latch recall replacement | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 5 | 2022-11 → 2025-12 | 2105 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | focus-2013-fuel-system-stall | Fuel system stall and inaccurate fuel level | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 20 | 2022-10 → 2026-07 | 2105 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | focus-2013-eps-assist-loss | Electric power steering assist loss | STEERING | 15 | 2022-11 → 2026-03 | 2105 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2012 | focus-2012-door-latch-failure | Door and trunk latch failure to secure | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 12 | 2023-05 → 2026-08 | 3794 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2012 | focus-2012-lug-nut-corrosion | Wheel lug nut corrosion | WHEELS | 3 | 2023-09 → 2023-12 | 3794 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2012 | focus-2012-dps6-clutch-tcm-failure | DPS6 dual-clutch transmission and TCM failure | POWER TRAIN | 108 | 2023-05 → 2026-07 | 3794 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2012 | focus-2012-power-steering-failure | Electric power steering assist failure | STEERING | 20 | 2023-04 → 2026-05 | 3794 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2012 | focus-2012-purge-valve-fuel-stall | Canister purge valve and fuel system stalling | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 27 | 2023-07 → 2026-08 | 3794 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2011 | focus-2011-door-latch-lock-failure | Door latch and lock failure preventing entry or exit | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 33 | 2013-03 → 2024-02 | 113 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | focus-2011-tire-wheel-wear-defect | Tire wear and wheel lug or bearing failure | WHEELS | 9 | 2012-05 → 2022-02 | 113 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | focus-2011-dct-shudder-slip-stall | Dual-clutch transmission shudder, slip, and stall | POWER TRAIN | 14 | 2011-05 → 2023-11 | 113 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | focus-2011-power-steering-lockup | Power steering pump failure and steering lockup | STEERING | 9 | 2013-01 → 2026-05 | 113 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | focus-2011-throttle-body-stall | Throttle body failure causing stall or hesitation | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 8 | 2012-08 → 2018-11 | 113 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | focus-2011-electrical-warning-battery-drain | Electrical warning lights and battery drain malfunctions | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 14 | 2014-03 → 2019-07 | 113 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | focus-2011-brake-failure-to-stop | Brake failure to stop the vehicle | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 4 | 2011-06 → 2018-10 | 113 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | focus-2011-airbag-seatbelt-non-deployment | Airbag and seat belt failure to deploy or restrain | AIR BAGS | 6 | 2011-12 → 2019-08 | 113 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2010 | focus-2010-door-latch-failure | Door latch and lock failure | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 44 | 2013-05 → 2021-07 | 287 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | focus-2010-throttle-body-stall | Throttle body sticking causing stall or limp mode | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 68 | 2013-06 → 2022-05 | 287 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | focus-2010-powershift-neutral-shift | Transmission shift to neutral or unintended acceleration | POWER TRAIN | 16 | 2014-05 → 2026-06 | 287 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | focus-2010-airbag-nondeployment | Air bag failure to deploy or warning light in crash | AIR BAGS | 9 | 2014-11 → 2024-04 | 287 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | focus-2010-engine-stall-vibration | Engine stalling and idle vibration | ENGINE | 8 | 2014-11 → 2024-06 | 287 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2007 | ford-focus-2007-rear-door-latch-lock-failure | Rear door latch and lock failure | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 16 | 2012-05 → 2016-11 | 391 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2007 | ford-focus-2007-transmission-shifter-failure | Transmission shift failure and gear shifter breakage | POWER TRAIN | 11 | 2012-07 → 2022-02 | 391 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2007 | ford-focus-2007-airbag-warning-light | Air bag warning light illumination | AIR BAGS | 12 | 2012-06 → 2022-09 | 391 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2007 | ford-focus-2007-airbag-non-deployment | Air bag failure to deploy in a crash | AIR BAGS | 10 | 2012-12 → 2023-06 | 391 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2007 | ford-focus-2007-airbag-inadvertent-deploy | Air bag inadvertent deployment without impact | AIR BAGS | 8 | 2012-04 → 2017-05 | 391 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2007 | ford-focus-2007-alternator-charging-failure | Alternator and charging system failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 10 | 2012-05 → 2015-12 | 391 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2007 | ford-focus-2007-unintended-acceleration-throttle | Unintended acceleration and throttle sticking | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 10 | 2012-04 → 2016-05 | 391 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2007 | ford-focus-2007-control-arm-failure | Front control arm failure and wheel detachment | SUSPENSION | 5 | 2014-10 → 2022-06 | 391 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2005 | focus-2005-door-latch-failure | Door latch and lock failure | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 43 | 2011-06 → 2026-08 | 441 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2005 | focus-2005-transmission-slipping | Automatic transmission slipping and gear failure | POWER TRAIN | 15 | 2011-07 → 2020-02 | 441 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2005 | focus-2005-liftgate-wiring-harness | Liftgate wiring harness failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 12 | 2013-05 → 2021-03 | 441 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2005 | focus-2005-ignition-key-stuck | Ignition key stuck in ignition switch | POWER TRAIN | 10 | 2011-08 → 2017-07 | 441 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2005 | focus-2005-accelerator-sticking | Accelerator pedal sticking and unintended acceleration | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 28 | 2011-08 → 2019-07 | 441 | 2026-09-20 |
| 2005 | focus-2005-airbag-non-deployment | Air bag non-deployment in a crash | AIR BAGS | 9 | 2013-06 → 2023-11 | 441 | 2026-09-20 |
Representative quotes are in the CSV and JSON files (fields quote_1_odi … quote_3_text), and on each vehicle page.
Cite this
Derived data is CC BY 4.0. Link back to the page you used. Text and BibTeX below.
Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Ford Focus [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford/focus
@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_ford_focus_2026,
author = {Wrench.Pro},
title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: Ford Focus},
year = {2026},
howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford/focus}},
note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
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