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2016 Ford Focus Engine Problems

154 owner-reported engine complaints from NHTSA data

154
Complaints
1
Recalls
2
Crashes
Jan 2023Dec 2024
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Engine Recalls (1)

RECALLCampaign #23V905000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus and 2018-2022 Ford EcoSport vehicles. The oil pump drive belt or drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loss of engine oil pressure.

Fix: Dealers will replace the oil pump tensioner assembly and oil pump drive belt, free of charge. If engine failure occurs due to a damaged oil pump belt and/or oil pump belt tensioner, Ford has authorized dealers to replace the engine assembly as an interim repair before the availability of remedy parts for the final repair. This repair will be free of charge (parts and labor). Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S64.

Owner Complaints (154)

criticalENGINE
Filed: Nov 2025

In the Ford 3 cylinder 1.0L Ecoboost engines there is a terrible wet belt system, there is a recall on the automatic models but nothing for the manual models, regardless of the fact that the manual models are designed far more poorly than the automatic models in the sense that the manual models have no tensioners and rely solely on the factory tension of the screws, keeping in mind that the belt is both rubber and sitting in hot oil when in use, if not a money grab, my best guess is that they hoped the wet rubber belt would simply not not stretch in good faith.

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NHTSA #: 11696939
criticalENGINE
Filed: Oct 2025

The transistor arm or tensioning arm for the wet belt, which drives the oil pump in the oil pan failed, leading to oil starvation to the engine, causing total catastrophic engine failure, and temporary loss of power steering, while driving, fortunately, I was moving at a slow pace in minimal traffic, however, this is a known fail point in Ford 1.0 L ecoboost 3 cyl engines, that Ford claims my vehicle does not have, and refuses to cover, regardless of the fact that it did happen, and I have pictures in mechanic testimony to prove this to be true, had I’ve been on a different road, or had more traffic, this could have to a fatality.

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NHTSA #: 11696402
criticalENGINE
Filed: Jun 2025

The dual clutch for the 2016 Ford Focus SE. This model is showing an open recall on active listings but not showing up in a search via VIN. Yes the vehicle is still available for inspection.

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NHTSA #: 11669543
criticalENGINE
Filed: Dec 2024

Engine is misfiring, lack of power, stallign out, barely made it home could of been a really bad accident.now engine is still running terrible, throwing multiple codes and blowing white smoke which we all know is a head gasket issue.

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NHTSA #: 11628865
criticalENGINE
Filed: Apr 2024

On March 29 2024, vehicle had rough idle on start, problem remedied with restart. All fluids appeared to be within normal levels with coolant reservoir indicating just below half-full. On March 30 2024, vehicle idled rough on starting.

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NHTSA #: 11580997
criticalENGINE
Filed: Mar 2024

Purchased car end of 2022. After 3 weeks of driving the vehicle, the engine began to fail and the vehicle would stop driving/RPM would crash to 0 while driving. After seen by 3 auto shops, it resulted in the engine being destroyed due to the placement of a belt in oil within the engine and had to pay over 7000 out of pocket for a used engine and a new belt just for the car to run.

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NHTSA #: 11579849
criticalENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Mar 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed uphill, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and stalled. The oil pressure and check engine warning lights were illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11576641
criticalENGINE
Filed: Jul 2023

Random misfire and wondering if Head Gastker recall repair was done on this vehicle

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NHTSA #: 11535501
criticalENGINE
Filed: May 2023

Water pump failed. This is the second time it happens. First time happened back in 2019 and it happened in the highway luckily, I was able to pull over and no accident happened as it was during high traffic flow.

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NHTSA #: 11522048
criticalENGINE
Filed: Oct 2019

Engine misfire, steam from tailpipe, rough idle, numerous engine repairs cylinder 3, metal shavings in oil pan. In motion highway stalled out.

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NHTSA #: 11268088
criticalENGINE
CrashFiled: May 2019

Tl* the contact owned a 2016 ford focus. While driving low speeds, the vehicle stalled and caused a front end collision with another vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11208270
criticalENGINE
Filed: Aug 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. The contact called on behalf of the driver. When the driver accelerated from a stop sign, the vehicle shook and made an abnormal noise.

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NHTSA #: 11121610
criticalENGINE
Filed: Nov 2016

Vehicle was taken in twice to the dealer to repair issue with the coolant sensor and associated wiring harness. Faulty coolant sensor/wiring harness/other causes cel to illuminate. During normal driving, vehicle will go in to 'failsafe mode' which drastically lowers power output.

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NHTSA #: 10928501
highENGINE
Filed: Feb 2026

NHTSA Recall Number23V905 Recall Status recall Incomplete Ford performed an interim engine repair in 2024. Due to the unavailability of parts when the recall was initiated, it took approximately 8 months for the interim engine and repair to be completed. I received my car back in August 2024 and then a supplement to the recall was placed.

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NHTSA #: 11718286
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Aug 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds and while idling. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road.

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NHTSA #: 11680922
highENGINE
Filed: Aug 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the RPMs became drastically elevated, and the vehicle shut off unintendedly. The check engine warning light was illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11679422
highENGINE
Filed: Jul 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while accelerating from a complete stop or while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked, hesitated, experienced difficulty shifting into gears and stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11674338
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: May 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. No warning lights were illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11658558
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Apr 2025

Check engine light illuminated followed by unresponsive throttle. Pulled over and the car immediately stalled. Would not restart.

NHTSA #: 11656791
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Apr 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the contact heard a loud noise coming from the engine and heard metal parts from the engine detach from the vehicle and fall onto the road. The contact pulled over to the right side of the road and the vehicle lost braking power and the vehicle came to a complete stop.

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NHTSA #: 11652646
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 2025

I was driving the speed limit at 65 MPH down a steep hill, I felt something "drop" and then the oil lamp and "Engine Fault Error" displayed. I was unable to drive faster than 30 MPH. I was fortunate that no one was following close behind.

NHTSA #: 11643277
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Feb 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 75 MPH, the vehicle stalled, with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact proceeded to stop the vehicle and park on the side of the highway to turn off and restart the vehicle.

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NHTSA #: 11641919
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jan 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11636153
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Dec 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The driver was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart.

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NHTSA #: 11633445
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Nov 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a loud bagging sound that became worse while the brake pedal was depressed. In addition, the contact stated that white smoke was coming from the engine compartment.

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NHTSA #: 11627295
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN
Filed: Nov 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and the vehicle was coasted to the side of the road, and then towed to a certified mechanic.

NHTSA #: 11623946
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Oct 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle failed to accelerate upon depression of the accelerator pedal.

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NHTSA #: 11620685
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
Filed: Oct 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while accelerating from a stationary position, the vehicle experienced severe jerking, vibrations, and hesitation. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the transmission clutch but later the failure reoccurred.

NHTSA #: 11618707
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Oct 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the engine seized. There were no warning lights illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11618416
highENGINE
Filed: Aug 2024

The engine went limp and lost all strength as I was driving on the street. Smoke started coming out. Had an independent mechanic tell me it was the fuel pump that lead to the engine dying.

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NHTSA #: 11610564
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE
Filed: Aug 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving at approximately 45 MPH.

NHTSA #: 11606420
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jul 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power.

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NHTSA #: 11605196
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jun 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11597024
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jun 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available.

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NHTSA #: 11592791
highENGINE
Filed: Jun 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the oil light and Service engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the engine seized.

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NHTSA #: 11592802
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: May 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds 6-months after purchasing the vehicle, the brakes became inoperable. The contact stated that the parking brake was used to stop the vehicle.

NHTSA #: 11587449
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: May 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the engine started to overheat, and the vehicle lost motive power with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the diagnostic result was undetermined, and the vehicle was not repaired.

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NHTSA #: 11587512
highENGINE
Filed: May 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while his son was driving at an undisclosed speed and coming to a stop sign, the vehicle sputtered while attempting to accelerate before the vehicle later stalled. No warning light was illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11586342
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Apr 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while operating the vehicle the oil pressure warning light activated and a ticking noise was coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the timing belt and oil pump drive belt had failed causing severe damage to the engine.

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NHTSA #: 11585376
highENGINE
Filed: Apr 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart on the third attempt; however, the failure recurred.

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NHTSA #: 11585382
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Apr 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while his son was driving approximately 30 MPH, the oil warning light illuminated, and a grinding sound was heard coming from the engine. The vehicle was pulled to the side of the road and turned off.

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NHTSA #: 11584507
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Apr 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while her mother was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The driver was not able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, and the vehicle failed to restart.

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NHTSA #: 11583684
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Apr 2024

Vehicle engine consistently stalls while driving resulting in dangerous or deadly situations. 4/8/24 was the 5th engine stalling incident.

NHTSA #: 11581856
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Mar 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost all motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart.

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NHTSA #: 11578513
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Mar 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while his wife was driving 50-55 MPH, the vehicle started shaking and lost motive power.

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NHTSA #: 11575768
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Mar 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while at a stoplight, the light turned green, the contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the RPM revved up, the vehicle lunged forward but did not properly move forward. The general fault light was illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11575568
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Feb 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle failed to restart.

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NHTSA #: 11574436
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Feb 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11573019
highENGINE
Filed: Feb 2024

In December of 2021, my Ford Focus experienced engine failure due to the oil pump belt snapping and the car stalled in the middle of the interstate while my husband was driving it down the road. At the time we spent close to $9,000 replacing the engine.

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NHTSA #: 11573034
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 2024

After receiving a routine oil change in December 2023, my vehicle began malfunctioning. The oil, engine, and battery lights came on abruptly. I returned to the Valvoline location (approx.

NHTSA #: 11570758
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Feb 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11570492
highENGINE
Filed: Jan 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while his son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle failed to restart.

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NHTSA #: 11568004
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jan 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while her son was driving approximately 70 MPH, the engine revved, and the vehicle started losing motive power. Additionally, the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond.

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NHTSA #: 11567781
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jan 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated, and the vehicle failed to exceed 30 MPH while depressing the accelerator pedal. The message "Engine Fault - Service Engine Now" was displayed.

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NHTSA #: 11566998
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jan 2024

Two weeks after an oil change (not by Ford) my 2016 Ford Focus 5dr EcoSport engine lost power climbing a hill outside my home. On inspection two mechanics told me it needed a new engine. $8000 for me to pay.

NHTSA #: 11566700
highENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jan 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11566328
highENGINE
Filed: Oct 2023

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that an unknown software needed to be updated.

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NHTSA #: 11552698
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2023

Have been dealing with error codes for cpv, something about fuel, and air intake. The vehicle continuously stalls. Difficult to get it to start after fueling up.

NHTSA #: 11551884
highENGINE
Filed: Oct 2023

I was in the left lane of an interstate highway accelerating to pass, going about 75 MPH. My car made a bang and all power was lost. I was able to coast to the right lane and fortunately was at an exit.

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NHTSA #: 11550517
highENGINE
Filed: Sep 2023

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check oil warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the timing chain.

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NHTSA #: 11542106
highENGINE
Filed: Aug 2023

The engine shuddered and failed to shift at start from stop sign. It has had 2clutch or transmission changes and now just before 40,000 it shuddered at start from stop sign and almost stopped. Almost hit from behind.

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NHTSA #: 11536300
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Apr 2023

7 year old car requires full engine replacement due to lost compression. For the 2 1/2 years I've owned it 1 entire year has been spent either stranded on the insterstate or at the dealership service repair. Fuel gauge does not monitor or distrubute correct fuel available.

NHTSA #: 11517204
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Mar 2023

There is a recall with Ford of 2018 Ford Focus Recall Item Affected: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEDate Announced: 10/22/2018 The description of this recall is what is happening to my car, but because my VIN doesn't show up they won't look at it. There are no codes, but as I turn on the car and go to drive within 45 seconds it's stalls, in traffic or wherever. I need help.

NHTSA #: 11513276
highENGINE
Filed: Dec 2022

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure and no error codes were retrieved.

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NHTSA #: 11498256
highENGINE
Filed: Jul 2022

My car is a 2016 Ford Focus that was manufactured in Wayne, Michigan at the Michigan Assembly Plant. My car has a 2.0 L GDI engine. These are the qualifications for the 18S32 Ford recall, but I’ve been told my car does not qualify.

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NHTSA #: 11475498
highENGINE
Filed: Jan 2022

I have had this car since it was new, it has had 3 clutches installed and now needs another one, I am told the car has no extended warranty even with 3 clutches being replaced and dozens of trips to the dealership, the cost of a new one is $2700 and they say it is not covered.

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NHTSA #: 11448588
highENGINE
Filed: Oct 2021

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving 80 MPH, the vehicle shut off with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer where they diagnosed the vehicle with engine failure.

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NHTSA #: 11437485
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Nov 2020

My 2016 ford focus st has severe stalling problems. I have not had this car for two months and this is the third time it stalled on me while driving on freeway at about 60mph.and would not start back up. I believe this is a very dangerous car to be driving in.

NHTSA #: 11375682
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Mar 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. The contact stated that while driving, the check engine warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. Additionally, after refueling the vehicle stalled without warning.

NHTSA #: 11318716
highENGINE
Filed: Jan 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact put on his hazard lights placed the vehicle in neutral, veered to the shoulder of the road, turned the vehicle off and back on and the vehicle operated as intended.

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NHTSA #: 11301714
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Dec 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v735000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts for the recall repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

NHTSA #: 11290950
highENGINE
Filed: Dec 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. While at an intersection, the rpms fluctuated from high to low and the vehicle stalled. In addition, the check engine warning indicator illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11286677
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Nov 2019

Check engine light is on and when checked at autozone it comes back as the pvc which is a know issue with focuses. Also, on one occassion, the transmission fault light came on and that is also a know issue with focuses. My vehicle often stalls at intersection when I have to slow down or stop and is difficult to restart in most cases.

NHTSA #: 11280324
highENGINE
Filed: Aug 2019

Takata recall the car has a really rough iddle, stalls at random and check engine light comes on for different reasons every time I have replaced the 02 fillter twice and it has been in the shop 5 times in the last month I had read reports that other ford focus cars had simmilar problems and replacing the purge iddle valve had solved them, but at the moment ford is only acknowledging focuses from one paticular plant.

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NHTSA #: 11246326
highENGINE
Filed: Jul 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. While the vehicle was at a complete stop, the engine stalled without warning when pressure was applied to the accelerator pedal. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure.

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NHTSA #: 11232838
highENGINE
CrashFiled: May 2019

On november 4, 2018- while making a left-hand turn, the 2016 ford focus I was driving stalled out on the main road. On january 4, 2019 I filled out a complaint online with the NHTSA-( have been given a lot of problems) at first I was told that the complaint was lost because of a computer error, then I have been given a hard time every time I call up and ask about it.

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NHTSA #: 11208046
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Apr 2019

My check engine came on and now my car lost all power and every time I put my foot on the gas it acts like it's about to stall out I'm worried for my safety because this is just the first day and my vehicle is already acting up I called my dealership no answer I'm very upset if I die because of you're company and dealership failure better believe my family will sue especially since I've tried to contact my dealer multiple times

NHTSA #: 11197224
highENGINE
Filed: Apr 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. The contact took the vehicle to sam galloway ford lincoln (1800 boy scout dr, fort myers, fl 33907, (888) 699-0916) due to engine failure. The dealer refused to repair the vehicle because it was nine miles over the warranty coverage mileage limit.

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NHTSA #: 11195588
highENGINE
Filed: Mar 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The driver coasted the vehicle to the side of the road and powered off the engine.

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NHTSA #: 11190925
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Mar 2019

Inaccurate fuel gauge. First issue - my car would be reading that I had (example) 15 miles until empty and really I had 0 miles until empty. Ran out of gas twice because of this issue.

NHTSA #: 11184019
highENGINE
Filed: Dec 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. In december of 2018, the contact took the vehicle to an unknown dealer to be repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 18v735000 (engine); however, the repair did not correct the failure. When the contact attempted to start the engine, the vehicle stalled without warning.

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NHTSA #: 11164208
highENGINE
Filed: Dec 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. While driving 25 MPH, the vehicle shook and stalled. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and attempted to restart the vehicle.

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NHTSA #: 11162550
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Nov 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. The contact stated that while stationary and driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the check battery, check oil and check engine light illuminated directly after the vehicle stalled.

NHTSA #: 11144673
highENGINE
Filed: Oct 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle was shuttering and stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated.the contact called the local dealer bill pierre ford (11525 lake city way ne, seattle, wa 98125, (866) 657-0775) where a voice mail message was left but they failed to respond.

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NHTSA #: 11144068
highENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2018

Approximately at 30000 miles while still under warranty I brought the vehicle to sheehy of warrenton because while on rte 28 in sterling va the vehicle was intermittently jerking sputtering and stalling. Dealer stated they couldn't find any issues because no code was present. On 10/18/18 I brought the car in again because the car stalled multiple times while in motion.

NHTSA #: 11142885
highENGINE
Filed: Oct 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. While driving 40 MPH, the vehicle lost power and the "service engine fault now" message was displayed. The vehicle was towed to century ford of mount airy (302 century dr, mt airy, md 21771, (833) 214-7277) where it was diagnosed that the turbo bypass valve needed to be repaired.

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NHTSA #: 11142714
highENGINE
Filed: Jul 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. While driving 35 MPH, the engine stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated after the vehicle was restarted. The vehicle was taken to sheehy ford of marlow heights (5000 auth rd, marlow heights, md 20746, (301) 298-0793) where an appointment was scheduled for diagnostic testing and repairs.

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NHTSA #: 11113315
highENGINE
Filed: Jul 2016

My 2016 ford focus has 5500 miles on it and it overheated last week, ford towed to dealer and after a few days got a call stating there was a engine problem and the engine needs to be replaced. I asked if they could just give me a new vehicle because of the low millage and I was to no by district service manager. Last ford I buy

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NHTSA #: 10888684
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Aug 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while her granddaughter was driving approximately 30 MPH, the low oil pressure and check engine warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that her granddaughter heard an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment.

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NHTSA #: 11682072
mediumENGINE
Filed: Apr 2025

Notes from the Ford dealer: Oil pump belt tensioner failed causing oil pump belt to slip and starve engine for oil. Turbo was also starved of oil. Long block and turbo were replaced.

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NHTSA #: 11656518
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Apr 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was contacted.

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NHTSA #: 11655466
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered and there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The failure had occurred on several occasions.

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NHTSA #: 11649044
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2025

My car is has engine hesitation and runs rough. I have a recall call letter and the Ford dealership Ken Grody Carlsbad, Ca refused to fix the recall because it is not giving the code but I’m having issues with it.

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NHTSA #: 11638512
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jan 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was heavy white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. There was no warning light illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11637314
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jan 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while his wife was driving on the expressway at approximately 70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The driver turned on the hazard lights.

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NHTSA #: 11636052
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Dec 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted.

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NHTSA #: 11630324
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Sep 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The driver was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart.

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NHTSA #: 11616064
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Filed: Aug 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle was slow to respond. The contact stated that the gears were lagging while shifting.

NHTSA #: 11606151
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jul 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted.

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NHTSA #: 11605523
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jul 2024

The transmission slips and when the car starts to move it lunges forward then vibrates/shakes. I received a notice from Ford that there may be a TCM issue with the car via Ford Campaign 14M02. When I called the dealership service center in August 2023 then again in November 2023.

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NHTSA #: 11600286
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Jul 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The local dealer was made aware of the issue and an appointment was scheduled to bring the vehicle in to have the vehicle worked on for an extended period.

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NHTSA #: 11599237
mediumENGINE,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Filed: Jun 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and then shut off. The vehicle was able to be restarted after several attempts.

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NHTSA #: 11592732
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: May 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the oil pump resulting in damages to the engine.

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NHTSA #: 11590160
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: May 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted.

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NHTSA #: 11587878
mediumENGINE
Filed: Apr 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact stated that the day after having an oil change performed, while driving 35 MPH, the check engine and check oil warning lights illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11584758
mediumENGINE
Filed: Apr 2024

I have a 2016 ford focus titanium, the transmission shudders and sometimes hesitant to excellerate on the highway. at times the transmission shifts into neutral when backing up into my driveway a home. Car has this common transmission issues and started to get worse this week.

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NHTSA #: 11582077
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Mar 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, he observed low-frequency rumbles emanating from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken home.

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NHTSA #: 11580135
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Mar 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated on the instrument panel, prompting the driver to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the failure persisted. The check engine warning light was illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11579267
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Mar 2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11579383
mediumENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Mar 2024

Purge canister valve system failure. Car sputters and wont start when gas is put into the car. Check engine light stays on.

NHTSA #: 11575825
mediumENGINE
Filed: Feb 2024

The vehicle went into limp mode while driving. The mechanic says engine needs to be totally replaced at 68,300 original miles. The mechanic originally said it was related to the recall on the 1.0 liter engines and the oil pump.

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NHTSA #: 11570577
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2024

while driving on the freeway the engine became noisy. I pulled to the shoulder , the brakes hardly worked. I talked to a friend who advised me to drive home .

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NHTSA #: 11566664
mediumENGINE
Filed: Nov 2023

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at 5 MPH, the vehicle jerked abnormally. The check engine warning light was illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11554882
mediumENGINE
Filed: Oct 2023

Vehicle suffered sudden loss of power. No warning lights initially but engine sounded odd at idle. Was able to return home with vehicle as happened nearby.

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NHTSA #: 11548428
mediumENGINE
Filed: Aug 2023

The engine blew due to a faulty oil pump that Ford knows about. The oil pump leaks and causes metal shards to enter the engine which causes it to cease while driving. Ford refuses to fix the engine due to out of warranty.

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NHTSA #: 11540362
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jul 2023

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The oil warning light was intermittently illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11533626
mediumENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jun 2023

Almost a year ago I noticed my check engine light came on and so I checked the codes which is P1450 - Unable To Bleed Up Fuel Tank Vacuum - Ford - Powertrain. Everytime I fill the gas tank the engine studders and fails upon startup, usually on the 3 or 4th start the engine finally idle and I'm able to change gears.

NHTSA #: 11525879
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2023

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that a large amount of white smoke was coming from the exhaust tip with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to a dealer where it was diagnosed with a cracked engine block and that the engine needed to be replaced.

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NHTSA #: 11512437
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE
Filed: Jan 2023

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle stated shaking. The contact stopped in a parking lot and turned off and restarted the vehicle.

NHTSA #: 11503401
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jan 2023

The oil pump failed while driving causing the engine to seize up. This occurred moments after the oil light came on giving the driver little time to react. The only lights indicated on the dash panel were the oil pressure and check engine lights.

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NHTSA #: 11500591
mediumENGINE
Filed: Dec 2022

Driving on the highway the engine stopped with no indications of an issue from the control panel warnings. The car would not restart, even after cooling down. The car was looked at by multiple mechanics before towing to a Ford dealership.

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NHTSA #: 11497264
mediumENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2022

I am getting a check engine light. P01450 which is the Stuck canister purge valve issue. NHTSA Campaign number 18V735000.

NHTSA #: 11490205
mediumENGINE
Filed: Oct 2022

The contact leased a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that on numerous occasions while driving, the vehicle intermittently lunged forward and hesitated. The contact then stated that while the brake pedal was depressed, the engine revved, the RPM’s increased and the wheels started to spin without the accelerator pedal being depressed.

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NHTSA #: 11488166
mediumENGINE
Filed: Sep 2022

Engine seized up. Going 70MPH on the highway and suddenly I'm losing speed. I get pulled over to the side of the road and shut the car off.

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NHTSA #: 11482549
mediumENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE
Filed: Sep 2022

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the canister purge value on the fuel tank was stuck or was sticking.

NHTSA #: 11482663
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jun 2021

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed.

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NHTSA #: 11420392
mediumENGINE
Filed: Apr 2021

Clutch needs to be replaced on automatic transmission after 81k miles

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NHTSA #: 11414103
mediumENGINE
Filed: Apr 2021

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. The contact stated while driving in stop and go traffic, the vehicle shuddered. There were no warning lights illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11413426
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2021

I have a 2016 ford focus hatchback, it jerks when accelerating, and makes an odd sound when I am reversing and turning. I cant afford to pay out of pocket for these repairs, but I can see ford has had similar problems with focuses in the past, I have a 5 year old son. And I would love for this to be a recall due to the on going issues.

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NHTSA #: 11398837
mediumENGINE
Filed: Oct 2019

At highway speed, vehicle went into limp mode restricting throttle response with no dash indicators. Unable to accelerate. No check engine light, no messages, all gauges in normal range.

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NHTSA #: 11270591
mediumENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Aug 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. The contact took the vehicle to hall ford elizabeth city (1310 n road st, elizabeth city, nc 27909, (877) 475-0723) for routine maintenance. The contact was informed of an unknown recall regarding the evap purge valve.

NHTSA #: 11252430
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jul 2019

I've bought a used 2016 focus se at a ford dealership about a year or 2 ago. The car already at 50,000 miles on it, I had it for a couple of weeks before the engine started stuttering very badly during shifts so I contacted ford and they had my clutch replaced. The car is currently at 72,000 miles and the stuttering during shifts started up again.

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NHTSA #: 11234745
mediumENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jul 2019

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle hesitated with force and the check engine indicator illuminated. The contact also stated that she had to refuel the vehicle more than usual.

NHTSA #: 11231425
mediumENGINE
Filed: Jun 2019

Received a recall notice in december of 2018 for the engine, and it states in my letter that I do not need to do anything, except wait for a call/letter from my dealer saying they have the parts.

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NHTSA #: 11228310
mediumENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Apr 2019

I was notified that my car has been recalled. I waited a few months for the dealership to call me to let me know when I can bring my car in. I decided to take it upon myself to reach out to them and was told to bring it in.

NHTSA #: 11202583
mediumENGINE
Filed: Mar 2019

2016 ford focus. Consumer writes seeking reimbursement for repairs made to vehicle.

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NHTSA #: 11185210
mediumENGINE
Filed: Nov 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford focus. While driving 50 MPH, the check engine indicator illuminated and the engine seized. The vehicle was taken to crown ford (256 swain street, skibo rd, fayetteville, nc 28303, 910-920-9614) where it was diagnosed that the spark plugs failed.

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NHTSA #: 11149940
mediumENGINE
Filed: Oct 2018

Its 27000 miles and its leaking oil out the front and back as well as the transmision

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NHTSA #: 11133563
mediumENGINE
Filed: Nov 2017

At 26000 miles my head gasket had to be replaced. Started with rough morning start white smoke and loss of coolant. Leak was confirmed in cylinder 3.

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NHTSA #: 11043386
mediumENGINE
Filed: Apr 2017

After purchasing this car on 3/7/2017 with 1,909 miles on it. I noticed extensive body damage the next morning which was unbeknownst to me since I purchased it in the evening time. I notified my dealer only to find out that were aware of the pre existing damages!

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NHTSA #: 10981080
lowENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Filed: Feb 2025

See attached document for complaint.

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NHTSA #: 11640432
lowENGINE
Filed: Aug 2024

Received code P090C and seen this was recalled

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NHTSA #: 11609756
lowENGINE
Filed: Mar 2024

My car is having transmission issues that have been recalled many times before. The car does not move forward when I apply the gas, it violently shakes on acceleration, the engine doesn't always turn over, and will rev but not move forward at a green light. This is incredibly dangerous, especially when trying to enter the flow of traffic.

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NHTSA #: 11576215
lowENGINE
Filed: Nov 2023

Clutch and actuator a&b

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NHTSA #: 11554976
lowENGINE
Filed: Jun 2023

Transmission went out. 2016 ford focus are known for bad transmission

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NHTSA #: 11529041
lowENGINE
Filed: Nov 2021

Oil pump failure 2 times in a role within 75,000 miles. Had to have a brand new engine replacement each time.

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NHTSA #: 11441806
lowENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Aug 2021

A stuck CPV is leading to excessive vacuum in the fuel vapor system, causing the plastic fuel tank to deform, resulting in an inaccurate or erratic fuel gauge indication, inaccurate distance to empty (DTE), and/or other drivability concerns.

NHTSA #: 11427851
lowENGINE
Filed: Nov 2020

Motor locked up and strater.cut off why driving.

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NHTSA #: 11376938
lowENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2020

My car continually shuts off while driving, ford acknowledges the recall but refuses to provide any assistance claiming the part isn't ready. The car will turn off in the middle of a highway, or at a light with no warning. Ford is telling us that they can't help us but it isn't safe to drive our car and nobody has helped us.

NHTSA #: 11366662
lowENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2020

The car is jumping a lot.

NHTSA #: 11365894
lowENGINE
Filed: Aug 2020

My engine had rubber pieces in it from the belt inside the engine exploding - I have an extended warranty and ford will not cover it due to the tensioner belt broke too which is not a covered part

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NHTSA #: 11349094
lowENGINE
Filed: Jul 2020

Engine trouble at 62,000 miles - metal shavings in the oil

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NHTSA #: 11342142
lowENGINE
Filed: Feb 2020

I saw that there was a customer satisfaction program (17b32) that stats that the model car made in a specific plant and within a certain time frame were made with the wrong head gasket that will end up failing, I checked with the ford customer support and they confirmed that my vehicle was effected since it was made at that time.

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NHTSA #: 11310140
lowENGINE
Filed: Mar 2019

More than 3 months ago I received initial notification of the following recall by mail: NHTSA recall number: 18v735 recall date: october 22, 2018 manufacturer recall number: 18s32. I have yet to receive a follow up with a remedy for this issue, and I feel like I've waited long enough.

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NHTSA #: 11190261

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