Top 5 Problems Ford Focus Hatchback 2012-2020 3rd Generation
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Here are the top 5 problems with the 3rd generation Ford Focus, which you can find as model years 2012 to 2020 in the United States. If you own a Ford Focus, or were considering buying one for yourself or someone close to you, check out this video! Len points out the five most common problems with the Focus as reported by mechanics all over the country. The good news is many of these problems are ones that you can take care of yourself!
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I was looking for another problem with my Ford Focus MK3 that i’ve not found here, the problem is with my Sync, it switch off while driving, when i try to switch it on it works after 2-3 power button press, then it works for 20-30sec and it switch off by itself, i checked all the fuses and there’s no damaged fuse, the remote on the steering wheel also is not working since. The diagnostic gives no error code 🙄🙄
Please can you help me? Thank you in advance
Me and my wife have a 2014 focus se with 135k on it so far and it's honestly not that bad so far. Besides the routine maintenance I haven't really put much money into it yet
Did you make this stuff up?? I have a 2012 Focus Hatchback with manual transmission that I've owned since 2014, and it only had 16K miles on it when I got it. I've got 163K miles on it now. My co-worker has a 2014 Focus Hatchback as well, ALSO with a manual transmission. He just turned 300K miles last weekend. NEITHER of us have had ANY of these issues. None. We both did have an aluminum upper rear shock mount (right side) break, and we replaced both (we live in NE Ohio with lots of road salt). I also had to replace the engine coolant outlet at the back of the cylinder head. Other than these 2 issues....our cars have been absolutely WONDERFUL. Just maintenance. Both cars run like new. Both cars feel like new. I replaced my ball joints at 145,000 miles. I can't believe they lasted that long. We both agree, these are the best cars we've ever owned. Yes, the dual clutch transmissions were an abomination. We both enjoy driving manuals though, and I've been driving ONLY manual transmission vehicles since 1991. I enjoy actually riving a car or truck. Anyway, all the issues you outlined here surprised me because between the both of us, we've not had those issues, and never heard of them being an issue before. BTW, we are both still on the original clutch in our cars too. We've both done work and repairs on cars all our lives (we are both 60 years old), and I was an auto tech in the 1980's, and have never stopped working on cars.
Watch out for the plastic coolant expansion tank cracking and causing sudden coolant loss. Replacement is fairly cheap and easy.
2016 ford focus with manual transmission here.. 230k miles not one problem so far. Only tires ,battery, brakes, oil changes, struts ,shocks ...
Lucky you lol yours is a unicorn
That manual is the saving grace, if it was an automatic, I guarantee you'll be sending that back in a heart beat
Bro I think the 2016s have less issues than some other year models cuz Mines at 150,000k w automatic transmission and aside from general maitencne only thing ever needed replacing that's major was fuel pump and that was a factory recall so it was free.
2012 hatchback SE manual . 168k miles . Not a single problem. Healthy. Just regular good maintenance. Love my little focus
@@justinlafollett9001 Nah man, 2016 ford focus SE Titanium, DVT transmission is worst, shuddering in 1,2,3. 50k miles, bought it from an older lady who used it for town. Ford said they already did the recall fix, yea okay that's a joke.
2016 Focus SE Manual Trans.
245,000 miles
Normal Maintenance only
Over 40 MPG’s
Best car I’ve ever had
Have no transmission “issue” whatsoever on our 2012 SE w/150K currently on odometer. In fact outside of routine maintenance and a singing rear wheel bearing that was replaced at around 90K, this thing has been one helluva car for 10 years running. Bought the 5 speed. 😉😉😉
I have a 2012 LW focus 5 speed manual and it currently has 75,000 kilometers......the steering rack failed at 59,000 k then the heater core leaked coolant and flooded the front drivers side foot well. now it has a water leaking into the back hatch and flooding out the spare tire well from rain water getting inside. the rear air duct compartment was full of water and when pulling out the bung plug it was like emptying a fish tank. the main leak seems to be from the roof rail that leaks rain water into the hatch area, Ford tells me leaks are common in this model focus from the roof rail. also have an issue every now and then when accelerating with hesitation and losing power which could be anything from spark plugs/ignition coil/Mass air flow sensor/ECM/fuel injector or many other possible causes. you might have had a good run with yours but there are allot of horror stories out there and more bad than anything good.
5-speed is the only way to go. People better learn though.
@@tmo2798 so you would say these manual transmissions on the 3rd gen Focuses are good/reliable? I may be getting a 6 speed 2015 Focus Ecoboost this week...
2015 5s manual 2.0 4cyl with 320k here; all original factory parts (clutch included) aside from the usual replaceables like tires and brakes and filters etc. Most of the miles are highway, and the car sat for 2 years before I got her 1.5 years ago. Since I got her, I’ve put roughly 20k in city and highway combined. I hit a deer last year at 45mph and had no issues other than the hood latch breaking. I haven’t had any of the issues listed here except for the radio, which I replaced the fuse as shown here and the problem was solved. Honestly, this is a reliable vehicle if you invest in the manual transmission and keep up with regular maintenance. Running 80mph on the highway I can get up to 60mpg - SUPER efficient!
I’m surprised the automatic transmission wasn’t mentioned. It’s perhaps the least reliable transmissions put into a modern car. It’s an internal design problem of the DCT, not just a grounding issue, although I bet there also are grounding issues as well since they mentioned it.
It is several things:
1) heat. The bell housing has no fan to cool the dry clutches...so in long gridlock the clutches overheat and glaze
2) rear oil seal. The earlier clutch packs had a bad oil seal, not corrected till revision G. This allows oil into the dry clutch area. Causing slipping and varnish. Especially noticed after long freeway trips
3) the TCU was recalled. After replacing the TCU things get much better, but the clutch pack is already damaged, so get that one done under warranty right after the TCU work.
Ford bought this DCT from a subcontractor to retrofit UK and German Fords (mostly stick) to automatics for US, Can, Australia, NZ. The Focus/Fiesta was also going to be an EV and Hydrogen platform so they needed electric automatics. Never hapoened.
Whoopsie.
Yes they dropped the ball on this video for sure.
Ford has had alot recalls and at least one class action lawsuit over there dual clutch transmissions.
heater core is a common failure along with steering rack and water leaks from the roof rail and rain flooding out the rear hatch compartment, also poor seals around the rear air duct vents behind the back bumper that water seeps into and builds up water where the sound deadening material is and drenches it. electrical problems and engine hesitation and many faults
I'm at 150k on my 2014 and never had a single issue with the powershift transmission. Not a single software flash or clutch job. I have owned the car since new. Best recommendation is to drive the vehicle in a similar way every time you drive it.
Mines is used, That's the only excuse I have.
Avoid Ecoboost and The Automatic Transmissions. We have the TDCi (Manual Transmission) option in the UK they much more reliable than Ecoboosts with Automatic Transmission.
7 years with this car, 200k km and none of this problem
My friend bought the 2012 Ford Focus when they were really new. She had so many issues with that automatic transmission. She was so happy when she finally found someone that was willing to buy it from her.
Good timing too. Even though they extended the warranty to 10 years for the transmission, that’s now starting to expire.
Ford sucks
@@kz6713 automatic transmission sucks. I have a manual 2 years and never had a problem.
@@ryanSLF i still dont like all the trim and grills on ford trucjs , too much extra glamorous bs , if its supposed to be a work truck then be one dont be a fragile manatee
This car is a TOTAL JUNKER! Would you like to BUY IT
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I've had three major problems with my 2016 Focus-
1. That Transmission. Yes, that one. Had it fixed at Aamco and ended up brining it back twice ($4300) this was at a little over 100k miles.
2. Died on the highway- Couldn't start it. Went back to the car an hour later while waiting for a tow- Starts right up! It was intermittent because the engine fuse(?) 50 amp mega fuse was cracked and would make contact when it cooled off and separate again when it warmed up
3 My cooling fan would come on normally when going to work in the morning with AC on, but if I tried to go anywhere after my initial trip - the fan wouldn't come on, the AC would cut out and the engine temp would start to rise. Since it didn't happen while driving freely (seemingly) I replace the fan module (WRONG) Tested the relays (WRONG) and then finally realized it was the same kind of shit 50 amp fuse - right next to the first one.
All is now well with 120k miles. Looking forward to the next adventure!.
I’ve had my 2012 Ford Focus SE sedan since new with 20 miles on it and it’s pushing 162.000 miles now and I haven’t had any issues with the transmission or TCM module , I change the oil every 5.000 miles and the transmission fluid every 6.500 miles and I’m not gentle with mine I’ve beat the heck out of it and it keeps going with no issues no check engine light etc and it still looks like a new car I live in upstate New York where they salt the roads heavily and no rust because I keep it washed, guess I’ve been lucky.
Is there any way you can talk faster so that no one can understand you?
These are common issues with most manufacturers, if these are the big problems it sounds like quite a reliable car
Recently sold my Mk3 wagon. Way too many issues. Ironiocally none were mentioned here.
The roof leaked like a collander
The coolanmt leaked bellow the dashboard
The boot release kept jamming
The wheel tracking kept going out
The engine was dripping oil
Some of the intermal lights had failed
Honestly was more trouble than it was worth. Which is annoying as I used to have a Mk1 Focus, and it was the most reliable thing ever
I have a 2012 Ford Focus Hatchback with the 5-speed manual that I bought new off the showroom floor. I just hit 101,100 miles and I've had zero issues whatsoever. I kept up all the routine maintenance and just did a tune up at 100,000 miles and it drives like new. I have had this car all along with a Chevy Colorado that I traded for a Bullitt Mustang that I sold for profit and just bought a Bronco. It has helped me keep my mileage low on my other vehicles and has never let me down. I love my Focus.
Second owner of a ten year old one, five years in and not a single one of these "common problems". Other problems yes but not these.
I have a 2014 focus se, I’ve had the typical purge valve issues and cvt trans issues and the radio issues, all that aside you do oil changes on the these cars they just keep going
The purge valve was a recall... Also, the TCM & DCT dual clutch is the main issue with the 2012-2016s. For you not to mention that is beyond ridicilous..... I had a 2013 Focus Titanium DCT.... the transmission was the only issue.. Other than that, the car got 27mpg city and never had any other issues mentioned.
Not for the 2017 4 door 1 liter engine
I bought new a 2012 Focus, had the Trans. replaced & drove it for 7 years racking up almost 300,000 miles with no issues. I traded it in on a 2018 Focus Titanium. runs great.
Guys what litre engine model did you get? And petrol or diesel?
A 30 year old 200,000 mile toyota camry would be more reliable
Or my 02 289k civic , very few issues making is actually not drivable and always super easy and cheap to fix . The control arm busted and I figured I’d get a car note , got a Ford Focus 😢
@@kadeelacayo4806 Lmao you wanted something less reliable
@@kadeelacayo4806 if you got the manual transmission you are good 100%
@@theshield1613 I have a 2013 manual, constant coolant issues butnit much else. I noticed it’s coming from the outlet of the heater core. Belt is also bottomed out in the stop. Any ideas?
Besides the obvious retention of the belt? And replacement of the core
2013 Ford Focus Sport automatic, not a single transmission or any major problem at all. I was shocked to learn that there have been so many complaints about it!
i’ve got a 2012 focus se with the 5spd manual, it’s been pretty reliable for me. I have replaced the purge valve, it was an easy fix though. I think with these cars, you have to get the manual if you want a decently reliable car. I know someone who has the auto and she was without her car for months, waiting for her transmission to get fixed.
Yes I have a 2013 5 speed manual. Still has the original battery! Car has been so reliable. I bought it new, only I had to replace was the coolant reservoir, just did it a week ago
I agree, mine is an ST version. No issues except the recalls for purge valve
I have a 2014 sedan with the manual. I autocross this car once a month I have done suspension and brake mods but other than that it's stock and other than regular oil changes my car has never needed a repair at 89k miles
@@noahhedrick1156 just hit 110k, bought it in June of '21 with 92k miles, only issue I had was breaking a harness when I changed the motor mounts lol, otherwise, after the collision repair it's been reliable and solid. Love it. The manual is so comfortable to shift compared to my old Mazda 3 too. My radio is def failing too, bluetooth keeps getting interference lately, think it's time for an upgrade :D
Indeed. It seems the latemodel Focus with Automatics were WORSE than the AX Family (as found in the 2005 and related Taurus, Sable and Windstar/Freestar) OR the C3 family transmissions (Found in most of the other cars/trucks/SUVs, such as the F-Series and Explorer), which were always notorious for catastrophic failures. There's also the AOD Family which were, while still problematic, less likely to fail.
The AX Family were old and should have been better by the 2000s. It was the AX4N and the 4F50N (after 2001). The C3s were (Very late in life) the 4R and 5R family transmissions. I am just using the first 2 characters because there were MANY XR family variants. I've seen 2 personally. 5R55E (Explorer 1999), 5R55W (Explorer 2002). Ive also seen Three AOD Family transmissions, but have only confirmed one: the 4R70W in a 1997 Thunderbird. Other AOD family transmissions were most likely in the two 1995 Ford Taurus' we owned when I was in my teens.
Bought 2014 Focus SE hatchback automatic brand new. When through 3 clutches within 90,000 miles. Sold it to Carvana when I was told to replace the clutch.
The 2012 and newer Focus would be something I can’t recommend to buy unless if it’s a manual transmission.
And if it has the manny, great car.
@@jedclampett7705 that’s what I said. My sister had a 2001 Ford Focus with the Zteck engine. It never had transmission problems.
Have an 18' SE with a few bolt ons with the Auto, but it hasn't had any problems. Been reading online and it seems like the post-facelift/refresh does not have the same issues as the original MK3 from 2012 to 2014.
@@dalesmith4985 I have a '12 Focus 3 and had the same issue with water in the boot. There's a vid on YT that I used to fix the issue, and involves removing the tail lights and rear bumper. Takes about 30 minutes to sort. Sorry to hear about the other issues with your Focus, but apart from the water ingress and a known issue with the AC, mine's been no problem.
As someone with the automatic you don't know what u are talking about. 150k on my 2014 powershift and not a single service on the trans to date
Wife bought a used ‘13 before we married. Surprisingly, it’s been pretty solid.
The worse thing was the engine rear main seal leaking, but fortunately I identified that and got it repaired just before the warranty ran out (also having the clutch on the manual transmission replaced at no additional labor charge). I also had to replace the AC compressor clutch, and then when the recall work was done for the Evap issue, they disconnected an Evap line under the hood to conduct testing, and thereby caused a seal in the line to start leaking, so I had to replace that line.
All in all, those repairs have been pretty painless, so I’ve been pleasantly surprised.
The rubber on the antenna just started falling off, so I replaced it yesterday, and the only other thing is the headlight housings now getting to where they need to be replaced, from UV/heat damage.
I’ll tell you what is the top problem I’ve had with my 2015 is that the automatic transmission is crap. I’ve had the 2nd gear clutch pack replaced twice and was told that this is a known problem in the transmission between 2012 and 2017.
2014, 150k with no problems on the trans. Owned since new, maybe learn how to drive?
@@fearthecheez there's a literal lawsuit about this issue. I've lost count how many times I replaced the clutch at this point.
I've had the same or very similar with my 2015 as well. I'm to the point that I can't wait to move on to something else, but affording something else is tough right now. Have you had any issues with the bluetooth going out randomly?
@@Pedro-gr3tu Anton Smith is a troll. That account shows up in various auto videos and is always a contrarion to what is being presented.
We hit 150k miles and its nothing but problems on top of the transmission problems
2012 focus sel here. 220k miles. clutch and TCM were replaced under warranty at 90k. it rarely has the chattering when accelerating slow from a stop. when i happens i go to a place i can do some wide open acceleration from 0-60. do that a few times to remove the glaze and all good. haven't had to do it for a long time. i just do some spirited driving occasionally.
had an amp fuse blow in the hatchback compartment.
water pump was replaced due to seeping but that was an easy repair.
tires, brakes and battery has been replaced once.
i do have to replace the thermostat at some point. getting a thermostat efficiency code so thinking its broken and stuck open. that shouldn't be difficult.
Something that is annoying is all the interior pieces rattling and vibrating not to terrible but my ocd kicks in. lol
overall a great car. i have talked a few people into buying them and they havent had issues.
Stay away from these POSs! Ours had two of the five. Also, the stereo would randomly put out extremely loud sound. It was startling. It would do this when the stereo was off and when car was off with key out of the ignition! What the heck! Had to replace the stereo head unit. Unloaded it when we had it in a sellable condition to a dealer.
I experienced that loud boom when I had just exited the car. I thought I was going crazy.
I have a 2015 Focus and man ive had the Purge valve issue and ground straps issue!! Ford did recalls for the purge valve but only did a reprogram. Less than a year later the same issue happened and i ended up having to take it in to the dealership and pay for a new one. The ground straps issue is the same symptoms but instead it was a Transmission Control Module which was luckily covered under warranty.
Ill have to bookmark this video for future problems!
Did messing with the ground straps help anything at all?
Not a fan of ford's. They have too many problems. Lol
All American cars have problems Especially Chrysler/dodge.
You'd rather roll the dice on a Chrysler or chevy passenger car? Yeah ok
All cars have problems kalebz8287
Ford quality on those ground straps. I had a 95 Taurus and was almost as bad as our 88 Corsica. After those two cars I was done with American cars.
My mom had a 1990 Taurus and it had so many problems that the Ford dealer refused warranty work and Ford wouldn’t do anything about it. Transmission failures, ECU failures, wheel bearings, all happening before 50k miles. Ford transmissions are still pretty unreliable, like the 10 speed
I had an 89 Taurus and it was the best car I ever had lol I think I got a fluke
4.6l v8 crown vic ,grand marquis and the town car are literally the best American car ever made very reliable.
Thumbs up for all the videos. Very helpful and great job. Thanks for all that you do
+Andrew Kundrath Thanks for the feedback!
The automatic transmissions are terrible. My 2014 has 88,000 miles and is on its 4th set of clutches. It’s been in the shop 6 or 7 times for various repairs with the transmission
I have a 2012 Ford Focus pretty sure it has that automatic transmission. It drives nice when it’s good. But every few months there’s always some stupid problem with it. Like right now for some reason my horn doesn’t work lol. I’m getting rid of it when I can
I bought my focus new and it has has 200,000km, I haven't had to replace anything except for wear parts.
Must say that this is possibly the best video I’ve seen on the subject of Common Problems & how to fix them, regarding cars!
No fluff, no over complicating; straight to the issue, the signs the car gives, the issue typically associated with those signs, how to fix those issues. 👍
If this is the worst 5 problems happening to the Ford Focus then it makes me even happier that I bought one. 2 of them are blown fuses! These are the most basic problems you could ever hope happen to you.
I've had 9 ford focus's and the Mrs has one... They're solid cars! I've never had any of these problems. If I were being super critical I'd say the rubber at the bottom of the doors (which is sorted by super glue) and avoid ecoboost engines.
Have my 2012 1.6 Diesel Eco manuell 6 gears for about six years and drove 80.000 km. Stand know nearly 200k km.
Only major I changed is the clutch. Othterwise a superb car, love it.
My wife bought her 2012 Focus new.
Aside from interior trim falling off, and I just now replaced the purge valve at 209000 mi, it's been a great car. Still gets 36-40 mpg depending on the season.
You won me over dude, I'm a fan and a subscriber. :-)
I guess my early 2012 (May 2011) is a *unicorn,* because it has had no issues, other than corrosion on horn terminals. It also has a manual transaxle so no problems there. It has been the most trouble free car I've ever owned, and it's got 148,400 miles on it and runs like new. Just drove from Cleveland to Columbus and got 40 mpg on the way down, 37 mpg on the way back, which is driving to a higher elevation. I believe this is the last car I will own.
I just got paid out almost $1300 for the transmission from a Canadian class action lawsuit.
The fuel filter purge valve actually caused the catalytic converters to fail because the engine backfired so often. The purge valve deformed the gas tank.
I won’t ever buy another Ford product.
Same here 😤 I just done both my purge valves, front and back, now every week I still get engine light, hesitation, I never over fill it ! Had to change the rear one three times and now I think I have too do one or the other yet again 😤 I like the 🚗 but I would never buy another ford! Right off the bat I had to replace the auto clutch, two years later the purge, it's really annoying 😡
My 17 Focus ST is a blast to drive. I could sell it right now for more than I bought it for new. I own the freeway. it is faster, more agile, and brakes better then 90% of anything else out there.
If you like the ST, you'll love the RS! It's a mad car!
I raced Cuds and TEsla and beat them to about 50 mph. Thing is they have no IDEA this little crapper is going to race them so I get the jump on them and then they think, OMG THIS GUY IS RACING ME. by the time is figures it out we are going like 50 and sometimes I beat him to the next light!!! Great fun.
I've got a ford st 1 litre eco boost 30000 on clock it's awful won't even start ar the minute had 3 diff mechanics look at it nobody no the issue
Have an older focus 5-speed. 2 problems, 1 fords design! The gas, brake and clutch pedals are too close together.(especially when wearing work boots) Many times I step on the gas and brake or clutch and brake pedals at the same time. Don’t wear work boots driving anymore. I sure miss my old Lincoln town car! (79)
I have a 2017.
Not one thing went wrong.
Still drives like new.
Bought the lease after 4 years for 10k Canadian.
They sell for 15k today.
Best deal ever!
I’d like to state that I have a 2013 focus but the only problems I’ve run into was a pinched wire for the trunk release and the radio fuse. Maybe because it’s a manual and only has 85 on it but I haven’t had any of these issues.
+Daniel Horrocks Thanks for the feedback!
Great video. #5 issue on grounding strap is very important. Dual clutch transmission uses high current motors to operate two main clutchs. Poor ground with marginal current means motors struggle, maybe throwing trans codes. For years, battery was first grounded to engine block, so starter always enough current. Don't know why Ford, Chrysler went battery ground to chassis first. (Maybe shorter copper ground wire is cheaper.) Ground that battery directly to engine block or transmission. With low 12v and high current, the quality of the electrical ground connections is important.
Problem #1: the auto transmission lol.
I have a 2014 auto hatchback..apart from the recalls for tcm and purge valve..I have replaced the purge valve myself once. and apart from top motor mount shocks and rotos and brakes..and routines oil changes..im at 225k miles and still running strong!
I have a 2015 Ford Focus se hatchback, I have owned it for two years and I have had no problems , no issues with the car at all , my Ford Focus is a very good car & I am happy with my Ford Focus!
Automatic or manual? I'm getting ready to purchase one and need to know
@@a-traypickens8929 ultimately you're better with the manual since its just less risk getting a faulty automatic. the problem is finding a manual focus
The clutch last less than 100,000 miles that’s the top problem
I drive a automatic!
@@a-traypickens8929 They fudged the auto shifting timing, first through third are kinda bumpy and almost have to be taken at faster speeds.
Me watching with my focus from 2014 with no issues
focus 2014 ist ein sehr gutes auto
I bought a 2017 ford focus had two recalls, both fixed had to do with the purge system. I’ve been having problems with this car sense day one. Hopefully I can fix it!
What engines are on the Ford Focus mk3 in The USA? In Europe we have 1, 1.6, 2 and 2.3 for gas and 1.6, 2L for diesel.
If you just look after your car then you won't have any problems.. proper maintenance of the car is all you need
Does adding another ground to battery or sanding paint off the ground make a difference with the shifting? I’ve heard from some ppl it helps and some ppl say makes no difference
It will help if your clutches and TCM are otherwise in good condition. A big problem with the MK3 Foci are the TCM going bad/being undervoltaged and causing damage to the clutch pack.
First, the 2012 - 2020 is the MK 4 not 3. Second, the purge valve was a recall on the 2012. Third, get a manual transmission.
3rd gen Ford Focus makes me really want a boring Toyota Corolla. For some things boring is good. I don't need to be on a first name basis with the service writer.
I have a 2018 focus hatchback titanium and i've just replaced the purge valve for the second time I'm about to hit 179,000 miles
I have had zero problems with my 2014 Ford Focus! It is presently 6/2024
I own a 2009 ford focus with 260k and still running. Replaced the power steering and followed routine maintenance such as oil changes brakes shocks struts tires etc…. I still get 40 miles per gallon on the freeway and around 38 around town.
We had 5 Ford Focus cars all manual in our family pre 2012 never had issues other then minor and they ran 200k plus. Then my daughter bought 2016 1 liter eco boost manual trans which went at 4 years old 3000 bucks for ford to replace. Then the axle drive went then the starter. I always was a ford 120k family. But I won’t buy a eco boost and another Ford with all the QC issues recalls and failures I have 2009mustang GT ford E 450 and a great 09 fusion manual 200k miles and 98 ford ranger never had any major issues. I’ll keep them running it’s All cheaper to run them fix them then buying new Fords or anything for that matter. They start run and easily troubleshoot the issues. This new so called high tech has way to many failure issues then old school fords. They lost a family. Honda and Toyota are reliable
Fuel tank purge valve I've had this repaired on my 2016 focus st and my brothers 2013 focus se. None of these other issues though...had other issues like cruise control on my ST working and other times just doesn't work. On the 2013 I recently had to replace the exhaust manifold and catalytic converter assembly as the cat was plugged, like 1700$ with labor. Manual transmission is where it's at like everyone has said.
Fake ....my focus 2015 no problem anywhere
Guys I’m planning to buy a used car of year 2012. But now I’m worried after seeing these problems. The price is in my budget so now I’m wondering if I should buy Ford Focus or not. I don’t feel confident enough now :(. I fear gearbox problems as my current vehicle has one but I don’t want one in my next car.
Buy it with a manual transmission!
Literally up here because I was about to buy a used 2013 focus hatchback 😐😭😭 it’s so hard trying to find a first car because it seems like every car is bad unless you you spend 20,000 😭😭
I have the first problem, symptomatically. I have replaced the CPV, high pressure fuel pump, fuel pump, spark plugs. It worked for a week. Yesterday, my car stalled again and has the same issue. I originally had the check engine light on when this all started with the P1450. When I replaced all those parts (high pressure pump was last), the light went off and the problem seemed to be fixed.
Yesterday morning I went to leave for work and it took a couple of seconds to finally turn. As I left work, it took a good 4 seconds to turn. Then I went to run errands last night and my engine kept stalling. Starter is trying, but the engine will turn after a few seconds before almost immediately stalling out again.
ANY help would be great. I can fix most things myself if I know what the problem is. I'm trying to avoid a shop because I am getting married in April and really don't want to funnel funds from that if I can avoid it. I'm stuck, man. I don't know what to do.
I have a 2014 focus se,,lost power steering,,fault.fixed it 5 years ago,,and it did it again,just gonna drive it with no power steering,,207k miles
Never ending problems with these sh*tboxes. Do yourself a favor an get rid of it ASAP an buy a Honda, or Toyota. 25 years as a professional ASE Master Tech experience speaking.
my passenger lowbeam is the only one not working … any ideas?
I have a 2013 hatchback with the flex fuel 4 cylinder, replaced the purge valve and tcm, still has problems starting every time I fill it up with gas
Mine done the same, ended up changing both purge valves, under hood and tank! I think I have too do it again tho😥
136k on a 2012 Focus here, being honest not the best. It's a manual, diesel. It's had an absolute battering so I take some of the blame, but it's had a new clutch, new timing belt, front suspension changed, coolant leak into the drivers side, lots of other bits and bobs done but now I'm having a grinding sound when changing gears like it's really struggling to get upto speed so I'm now thinking it's time to get rid and purchase a new car but not sure what that will be...
i bought second hand ford focus hatch back 2010 model 8 months ago in Feb 2023 . some time message appears with alarm about engine malfunction ! I dont have any idea what is that . I contacted to dealer but he said its not a big issue any mechanic will solve that but Halfords said this problem only solve by Ford company what is so expensive .so any one have a clue how to fix that , car runs fine no issue other then so far thanks
bought a 2016 focus titanium 2 months ago. automatic transmission the clutch fork spring broke. so 4k for a trans rebuild. so i just wasted 4k on this car or i get repaired & might lose even 3k since i will never buy a ford again in my life
My wife just bought one not long ago I'm been a nightmare from day one. Motor blew up days after she bought it. It was at ford four 5 months finally got it back with a horrible miss and loss of power on the way home from dealer. I can't believe how horrible this car is . Now ac don't blow cold something breaks everytime we use that car. I will never buy another ford in my life and neither will anyone I know . Absolutely garbage
A lot of problems? I've had several focuses and they've all been faultless! Of course there will be problems with any cars but they're a long way from being the worst according to UK forums. That said, automatics are rare in the UK
Me too, I've owned a 2006...my neighbor is still driving it. , a 2012...w/300,000 mi. and currently driving a 2018 Titanium.
I have a problem with my 2015 focus ecoboost engine light code catalytic converter below freehold bank 1 engine still pulls well no loss of power any idea what it could be
I bought a 2012 Ford Focus SE 6 months ago and now I am encountering these problems, when driving the car it does not shift properly, for example to make a shift the transmission goes into neutral first and then the car shakes on both sides and the transmission shifts to the upper level
These dual clutch transmissions in These focuses and Fiestas are total junk just ask anybody that has owned one. Unless it has a standard transmission you don't want to own one of these.
I just blew my Celica Sport up & need to buy a reliable, high MPG car. What would you guy's recommend?
Hi there. Mine is really hard to fill up with fuel. Any suggestions please?
2012 hatchback SE manual . 168k miles . Not a single problem. Healthy. Just regular good maintenance. Love my little focus .
I have the 2013 Titanium sedan, with the automatic...and I never had a single problem either. I dont know how people drive their cars nowadays serieously
@@Begunend20 As long as you don't baby the automatic Focus you shouldn't have issues with the clutch. Other than that it's a solid car.
2012 hatchback LW (The aussie SE), 240k kilometres , 5 speed manual (We're sadly a dieing breed)
Never skipped a beat. Gave it a cut and polish with a full detail the other day, looks brand new
@@Begunend20 People just do not care enough to take care of their vehicle properly. Or the whole process of vehicle maintenance seems intimidating and overwhelming, say if you're not mechanically minded in the slightest, the inner workings of a car can seem like a complete mystery.
But mostly I think people just hope for the best most of the time.
I compare it to the Dentist. Sometimes people are worried to find out what sort of expensive problems they'll run into by visting the Dentist. So sometimes you just avoid going until inevitably something goes very wrong.
have ford focus mk3 2012 6 speed manual with 226031 km and still working i only did the filters and oil changes
I have a 2018 ford focus 1.0 ecobost. Runs really smooth no problems at all
I've got a 2017 eco boost its terrible
I have two 2012 Focus SE and both been setting for more than a year because of the transmission issues and my mechanic wouldn't want to put time on fixing them .... I love them when they drive but they are a pain now :(
0-5 for me only issue i have ever had is the starter stopped working 2013. and went at 50k its at 90k now still going like it was new
For the radio first take off positive cable for maybe 1 minute if that does work then check fuses . I checked fuses first and all was good then took off positive cable and back on and radio worked
I have a problem were the radio will just randomly switch from Bluetooth to Radio. Even happens if i hit a speedbump a little too hard.
2014 focus has been great 81k no issues other then new turbo. 6 speed manual
Mi buen muchacho hablas muy rápido y no se capta nada hemos personas 🤷 que entendemos muy poco el lngles
You have top 5 problems on the Ford Focus 1st and 3rd gen. Dont forget about the 2nd gen!!!
Drived this car for over 165.000KMs in 8 years and sell it with over 190.000KMs. One broken spring, water in the trunk, a defect for the eDiesel particulate filter and I changed my pump for the window. VW-drivers have most earlier defect wheel sleeves, motor failure, DSG-failure.
2017 2.0 MT here, 40.000 km. No problems yet except for front shock absorvers gone, but I had the old Focus 1 Rocam and it felt better, stronger.
Ford has proposed a settlement in a $30 million lawsuit over PowerShift dual-clutch automatic transmissions in 2011-2016 Fiesta and 2012-2016 Focus vehicles.
Ford also revealed that it has spent $47.4 million on vehicle buybacks already.
One of fords biggest recalls in history is this transmission. It's junk. I am on my 3rd fix. From programming upgrades to new clutch in auto tranny. Its junk and cannot be fixed.
+z zim Thanks for the feedback!
2014, 1.6 tdci 85kw, manual tr. great car, no problem, regular services only, 185000 km.
habe das selbe auto keine probleme .tolles auto
Those transmissions were very shit, I wouldn’t buy one with auto