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FORD FOCUS (2000–2025): Technical Data, DTC & Service Schedule
Built 2000–2025 · all production years covered on this single page
1.0L I3 EcoBoost 125 • Gasoline
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Repair cost6.7
Parts & repairability5.7
Maintenance & durability7.6
Documentation & support4.2
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Every figure on this Ford Focus (2000–2025) page is aggregated and cross-checked against more than 6.6 million real workshop operations, NHTSA records and OEM technical sources — and updated continuously. No invented estimates.
The Ford Focus (2000–2025) uses Motorcraft 0W-20 Full Synthetic engine oil. Its battery is group H6 (BCI), rated at 680A cold-cranking amps. It is powered by a 1.0L I3 EcoBoost 125 engine. Its OEM tyre size is 215/55 R16. Use the sections below for verified fluids, battery, OEM tyres, the maintenance schedule, recommended parts and the most commonly reported OBD2 fault codes for this vehicle.
Common problems
Common repairs
Scheduled maintenance
Fluids & lubricants
Battery
Fault codes (OBD2)
Dashboard lights
Parts comparator
Accessories & tools
Tyres
Recalls & TSB
Complaints
Workshops nearby
COMMON PROBLEMS
Engine overheatingFREQUENT
Engine temperature over limits — check coolant level, thermostat and radiator.
Related codes: P0217
Oil pressure sensor: low signalFREQUENT
ECU detects insufficient oil pressure — check oil level and sensor.
Related codes: P0522
Insufficient oil pressureFREQUENT
Oil pressure below critical threshold — stop the engine and check immediately.
Related codes: P0524
Engine control module (PCM) faultFREQUENT
Faulty ECU processor — requires specialist workshop diagnosis.
Related codes: P0606
Throttle actuatorFREQUENT
Throttle actuator motor circuit open — loss of throttle response.
Related codes: P2100
COMMON REPAIRS
Front brake pads
Difficulty: Easy
1.0h
€70 – €90
Rear brake pads
Difficulty: Medium
1.1h
€77 – €99
Engine oil change
Difficulty: Easy
0.5h
€35 – €45
ABS Module
Difficulty: Medium
2.0h
€140 – €180
AVERAGE INDICATIVE COSTS
Prices may vary by area and workshop.
Full service
€ 120 – € 200
Full brake service
€ 180 – € 300
Spark plug replacement
€ 80 – € 140
Electronic diagnosis
€ 40 – € 70
OFFICIAL LABOUR TIMES (OLP)
Standard labour hours from a database of 6.6M+ real shop operations, with an indicative labour-cost estimate for your country.
Brakes8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| ABS Module | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| ABS Pump | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| ABS Tone Ring | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Brake Bleed - All Four | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Brake Booster | 2.8h | € 125–€ 210 |
| Brake Booster Check Valve | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
Cooling8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Coolant Bypass Pipe | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Coolant Flush | 0.7h | € 31–€ 52 |
| Coolant Reservoir | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Coolant Temperature Sensor | 0.5h | € 22–€ 37 |
| Cooling Fan Assembly | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Cooling Fan Clutch | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Cooling Fan Motor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Cooling Fan Relay | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
Electrical8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Airbag - Driver | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Airbag - Passenger | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Airbag - Side | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Airbag Module/Computer | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Alternator | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Alternator Belt | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Amplifier | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Antenna | 0.5h | € 22–€ 37 |
Engine8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Boost Pressure Sensor | 2.8h | € 125–€ 210 |
| Camshaft Position Sensor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Camshaft R&R | 4.1h | € 184–€ 307 |
| Connecting Rod Bearings | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Crankshaft Position Sensor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Crankshaft R&R | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Cylinder Head R&R | 4.1h | € 184–€ 307 |
| Cylinder Head Resurface | 4.1h | € 184–€ 307 |
Exhaust8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Injection Check Valve | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Catalytic Converter - California | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Catalytic Converter - Universal | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| DEF Injector | 3.8h | € 171–€ 285 |
| DEF Tank | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| DPF Delete Pipe | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Diesel Particulate Filter | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
Fuel system8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Charcoal Canister | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| EVAP Purge Valve | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| EVAP Vent Valve | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Fuel Cap | 0.3h | € 13–€ 22 |
| Fuel Filler Neck | 2.8h | € 125–€ 210 |
| Fuel Filter | 0.5h | € 22–€ 37 |
| Fuel Filter - In-Tank | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
| Fuel Injector - Single | 2.8h | € 125–€ 210 |
HVAC8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| AC Accumulator | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| AC Clutch Coil | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| AC Compressor | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| AC Compressor Clutch | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| AC Compressor Oil Add | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| AC Condenser | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| AC Evaporator | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| AC Expansion Valve (TXV) | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
Steering8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Center Link/Drag Link | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Electric Power Steering Module | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Electric Power Steering Motor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Idler Arm | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
| Pitman Arm | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Power Steering Fluid Flush | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Power Steering Gear Box | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Power Steering Hose - High Pressure | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
Suspension8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Line | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Air Spring/Air Bag | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Air Suspension Compressor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Air Suspension Height Sensor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Air Suspension Valve Block | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Ball Joint - Lower | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Ball Joint - Upper | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Ball Joints - Upper and Lower | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
Transmission8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Kickdown Cable | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Neutral Safety Switch | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Overdrive Solenoid | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Shift Cable | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Shift Linkage | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Shift Solenoid - Single | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Shift Solenoids - All | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Torque Converter | 4.1h | € 184–€ 307 |
WORKSHOP LABOUR RATES BY COUNTRY
Average independent-workshop hourly labour rates, to estimate repair costs in your country.
🇩🇪Germany€95/h
🇪🇸Spain€55/h
🇫🇷France€75/h
🇮🇹Italy€45/h
🇬🇧UK£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Reference rate
€45/h
Source: Eurostat 2024
💧 FLUIDS & LUBRICANTS
🔧 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Brake Fluid Replacement36 months
Diesel Particulate Filter (Dpf) Cleaning—
Adblue (Def) Top-Up—
Engine Oil And Filter16,000 km / 12 months
Tire Rotation16,000 km / 12 months
Engine Air Filter Inspection16,000 km / 12 months
Multi-Point Inspection16,000 km / 12 months
Brake System Inspection16,000 km / 12 months
📋 RECALLS & TSB (60)
NHTSA R/2018/261
Some Vehicles May Have An Incorrectly Assembled Rear Door Latch Spring That Will Cause The Manual Child Lock To Not Function Correctly
Date: 30-11-2018
Rear door latch child lock may not function correctly.
NHTSA R/2000/054
Engine May Cut-Out/Stall
Date: 30-05-2000
Excessive crankshaft end-float may allow the torque converter to contact the crankshaft position sensor. Damage to the crankshaft position sensor may lead to engine cut-out/stall.
NHTSA 01I017000
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Date: 29/11/2001
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 2000-2001 FORD FOCUS PASSENGER VEHICLES, ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, I…
NHTSA 18V845000
Power Train › Manual Transmission
Date: 28/11/2018
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with a 1.0L Fox GTDI engine and a 6-speed manual transmission. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.
NHTSA 16V698000
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hatchback/Liftgate › Lock
Date: 28/09/2016
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Ford Focus hatchback vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to August 26, 2016 and equipped with a manual transmission. The hatchback of the affected vehicles may be unlatched with a single press of the interi…
NHTSA 17V528000
Seat Belts › Rear/Other
Date: 28/08/2017
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Focus vehicles. The rear left side seat back frame may have an insufficient weld between the outboard pivot bracket and the pivot nut joint, resulting in the seat back having reduced strength. As such, these vehicles fail to c…
NHTSA 01V108000
Seats › Front Assembly › Recliner
Date: 28/03/2001
PM CERTAIN SEDANS AND WAGONS, THE SEAT BACK RECLINER HANDLE SPRING COULD HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING AN IN-PROCESS TEST AND THE OCCUPANT MAY NOTICE A CHUCKING, OR PERCEIVED LOOSENESS OF THE FRONT SEAT BACK, OR THE SEAT BACK COULD UNEXPECTEDLY RECLINE.
NHTSA R/2010/031
Possibility Of Fire
Date: 28-04-2010
It has been identified that a batch of vehicles converted by SVP have been fitted with a split charging system the relays of which may not be to specification and could subsequently fail. This can result in wiring loom damage and the possibility of a fire.
NHTSA 06E049000
Exterior Lighting
Date: 24/05/2006
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE …
NHTSA 12E007000
Equipment
Date: 24/02/2012
RIDE CONTROL, LLC (RIDE CONTROL) IS RECALLING CERTAIN READYMOUNT ASSEMBLIES, P/N 746641MT AND 746646MT, WITH CORRESPONDING AFTERMARKET CUSTOMER PART NUMBERS: GABRIEL G56944 AND GABRIEL G56945, AND PRIVATELY BRANDED PARTSMASTER WITH PART NUMBERS G68944 AND G68945. THE READYMOUNT …
NHTSA 17V052000
Structure › Body
Date: 24/01/2017
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 Focus and C-Max vehicles. The floor pan may have improperly welded left-hand apron joints.
NHTSA R/2025/361
Date: 24-09-2025
On affected vehicles there is a potential software issue causing the rear-view camera not to function as intended.
NHTSA 06E026000
Exterior Lighting
Date: 23/03/2006
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108,…
NHTSA 23V905000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Oil/Lubrication › Pump
Date: 22/12/2023
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.
NHTSA 18V735000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage
Date: 22/10/2018
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles with a 2.0L GDI or 2.0L GTDI engine. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, possibly causing excessive vacuum in fuel vapor management system.
NHTSA 14V514000
Steering
Date: 22/08/2014
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Focus and C-Max vehicles manufactured August 8, 2014, to August 15, 2014. The affected vehicles may have steering gears that were incorrectly assembled.
NHTSA R/2021/285
The Screw Which Secures The Ground Cable Of The 48V Battery May Not Be Fully Secured
Date: 22-09-2021
The screw which secures the ground cable of the 48v battery may not be fully secured.
NHTSA R/2018/351
Vehicle Could Suffer Clutch Pressure Plate Fracture
Date: 22-02-2019
A number of vehicles fitted with a 1.0 1.5 or 1.6 Ecoboost engine and 6-speed manual transmission could suffer clutch pressure plate fracture. This results in clutch smell reduced vehicle speed and performance. In the unlikely event of clutch pressure plate fracture a noise (thud…
NHTSA 07V541000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module
Date: 21/11/2007
CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS SPECIFIED IN FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, 'OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.' THE DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY ASSEMBLED.
NHTSA R/2018/375
A Brake Pedal Hinge Bolt Does Not Meet Specification
Date: 21-12-2018
A brake pedal hinge bolt which does not meet specification.
NHTSA R/2009/071
Risk Of Fire
Date: 21-09-2009
Due to high road salt usage in winter the engine cooling fan module may suffer from corrosion and may overheat and ignite.
NHTSA R/2009/050
Hard Brake Pedal May Occur During Engine Warm Up
Date: 21-05-2009
During engine warm up it is possible that the non return valve within the vacuum pump may stick. It is possible that if sufficient brake applications are made before the valve releases the vacuum stored within the brake booster will be used up and a hard brake pedal and longer st…
NHTSA R/2008/001
Electronic Cooling Fan Control Module May Overheat
Date: 21-02-2008
In markets where salt is used on roads in winter corrosion may form and propagate into the electronic fan control module and in extreme cases may cause the module to overheat. In rare cases the overheating may be sufficient to ignite the module surrounding wiring and components.
NHTSA R/2000/046
Engine May Lose Power
Date: 20-03-2000
Engine may lose power due to a malfunction in the power train control module software.
NHTSA R/2000/003
Oil Filler Cap May Become Loose
Date: 20-03-2000
Oil filler cap may become loose resulting in oil dripping onto the exhaust heat shield.
NHTSA 03V482000
Fuel System, Gasoline
Date: 19/11/2003
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, CONTAMINATION OF THE FILTER IN THE FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (FDM) CAN REDUCE, AND EVENTUALLY BLOCK, THE FLOW OF FUEL TO THE ENGINE.
NHTSA R/2025/094
Date: 19-12-2024
Affected vehicles may develop a crack in the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF).
NHTSA R/2024/442
Date: 19-12-2024
On affected vehicles the clutch pedal spring may touch the Electric Power Assisted Steering wiring harness which may lead to clutch spring heat up and fall out a short circuit and loss of steering power assistance.
NHTSA R/2005/101
Wiper Motor May Fail And Overheat
Date: 18-08-2005
Water may enter the wiper motor via the wiper arm spindle. If the water contains salt it is possible that an electrical short circuit can cause the wiper to fail. In extreme cases the short circuit can result in the wiper assembly overheating. The increased temperature can be hig…
NHTSA R/2024/294
Date: 18-07-2024
While monitoring vehicles in operation we have identified a number of Focus vehicles where the passenger belt minder chime is not activated when the vehicle goes over 15 mph. Regulatory requirements mandate that an audible chime must activate when the first-row passenger seatbelt…
NHTSA R/2024/244
Date: 18-06-2024
A number of Focus vehicles have been identified where the warning chimes may not be operating as intended. The chimes may not be audible when the driver is not holding the steering wheel for longer than 30 seconds while using Lane Centering Assist which does not meet ECE regulati…
NHTSA R/2026/111
Date: 18-03-2026
Certain affected vehicles may not have the remedy for Compliance Recall 24C12 installed correctly
NHTSA R/2022/051
The Nuts On The 48V Battery Poles May Not Be Torqued To Specification
Date: 17-03-2022
The nuts on the 48V battery poles may not be torqued to specification.
NHTSA R/2018/082
Clutch Pressure Plate May Fracture
Date: 16-07-2018
Affected vehicles fitted with a 1.0 1.5 or 1.6 Ecoboost engine and 6-speed manual transmission could suffer clutch pressure plate fracture. This results in clutch smell reduced vehicle speed and performance. In the unlikely event of clutch pressure plate fracture a noise (thud / …
NHTSA R/2019/454
Engine Wiring Loom May Touch A Stud On The Transmission Housing
Date: 16-04-2020
Engine wiring loom may touch a stud on the transmission housing
NHTSA 26V011000
Equipment › Electrical › Engine Block Heater
Date: 15/01/2026
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Focus, 2013-2019 Escape, and 2015-2016 MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
NHTSA 26V012000
Equipment › Electrical › Engine Block Heater
Date: 15/01/2026
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
NHTSA 00V418000
Seats › Front Assembly › Recliner
Date: 14/12/2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: STATION WAGONS AND 3-DOOR VEHICLES. THE SUBJECT VEHICLES HAVE A FOLDING 60/40 SECOND SEAT THAT BECOMES A LOAD FLOOR IN THE FOLDED POSITION. WHEN THE 60% PORTION OF THE SEAT IS FOLDED DOWN AND A LOAD IS APPLIED TO THE FRONT EDGE OF THE LOAD FLOOR, THE OUTBOA…
NHTSA R/2010/209
Risk Of Fire
Date: 14-12-2010
Due to high road salt usage in winter the engine cooling fan module may suffer from corrosion and may overheat and ignite.
NHTSA 06E056000
Fuel System, Gasoline
Date: 13/06/2006
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH T…
NHTSA R/2011/067
Risk Of Fire
Date: 13-07-2011
Due to high road salt usage in winter the engine cooling fan module may suffer from corrosion and may overheat and ignite.
NHTSA R/2026/059
Date: 13-02-2026
On affected vehicles the software repair for previous recall 20C22 may not have been delivered properly and the Telematics Control Unit (TCU) in these vehicles may disconnect from Ford’s Service Delivery Network and become unresponsive.
NHTSA 00V303000
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Date: 12/10/2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE REAR WHEEL HUB RETAINING NUTS CAN LOOSEN AND ALLOW THE LEFT REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE DRUM ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA 00V302000
Vehicle Speed Control › Cables
Date: 12/10/2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. A SPEED CONTROL CABLE COULD HAVE A CORE WIRE THAT IS LONG ENOUGH TO CATCH ON THE SLEEVE AT THE THROTTLE BODY END OF THE CABLE DURING WIDE-OPEN THROTTLE ACCELERATION.
NHTSA 18V169000
Power Train › Manual Transmission
Date: 12/03/2018
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Ford Fusion vehicles equipped with a 1.6L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission and 2015-2016 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with a 1.0L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission. Also included are four 2017 Ford Foc…
NHTSA R/2018/053
Oil Sump May Crack Due To The Engine Overheating
Date: 12-03-2018
The engine control module calibration may not adequately detect an overheat condition in certain 2.0L Duratorq Diesel engines. In extreme cases an overheated engine can result in a breach of the oil sump leading to loss of the engine oil.
NHTSA R/2019/045
Potential For The Rear Doors To Open When The Rear Windows Are Lowered
Date: 12-02-2019
Potential for the rear doors to open when the rear windows are lowered.
NHTSA 14V495000
Electrical System › Wiring
Date: 11/08/2014
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Escape vehicles manufactured October 5, 2011, to April 1, 2013, and equipped with 2.0 liter engines and Focus ST vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to October 14, 2013, and equipped with 2.0 liter engines. …
NHTSA 08E050000
Exterior Lighting › Headlights
Date: 11/08/2008
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLE…
NHTSA 00V218000
Structure › Frame And Members
Date: 11/08/2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." THE RESULTANT HIC(D) VALUE AT ONE TARGET LOCATION AP1, LOCATED ON THE TRIM PANEL AT THE JUNCTURE OF THE A-PILLAR AND ROOF SIDE…
NHTSA 09E025000
Exterior Lighting › Headlights
Date: 11/05/2009
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS…
NHTSA 15V005000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Date: 09/01/2015
Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on January 8, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 15, 2014, to May 8, 2014, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured April 21, 2014, to May 15, 2014. On April 30, 2015, Ford…
NHTSA R/2014/063
Fire May Occur
Date: 09-07-2014
Engineering investigations have identified that vehicles operated in countries which have high road salt usage during winter months may experience an increased risk of corrosion build up. In extreme cases the corrosion can propagate into the electronic circuits and result in over…
NHTSA 01V258000
Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor
Date: 08/08/2001
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND LIGHT AND MEDIUM DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. A SWITCH LOCATED IN THE PLASTIC COVER OF THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COULD MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN LOSS OF INTERMITTENT WIPER FUNCTION, LOSS OF WIPER …
NHTSA 15V436000
Electrical System › Ignition
Date: 08/07/2015
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 1, 2014, to June 12, 2015, Ford Focus vehicles manufactured June 17, 2014, to June 12, 2015, and Ford C-Max vehicles manufactured April 22, 2014, to June 12, 2015. In the affec…
NHTSA 20V331000
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch
Date: 08/06/2020
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recal…
NHTSA R/2022/171
The Right-Hand Engine Oil Seperator May Have Been Damaged Prior To Engine Assembly.
Date: 08-04-2022
Certain vehicles could have an engine oil separator that may have been damaged prior to engine assembly.
NHTSA R/2009/016
Risk Of Fire
Date: 08-04-2009
It has been identified that due to a specification change to the engine cooling fan module vehicles operated in countries which have high road salt usage during the winter months may experience an increased risk of corrosion build up. In extreme cases the corrosion can penetrate …
NHTSA R/2018/008
The Engine Cylinder Head May Crack
Date: 08-01-2018
Localized overheating of the engine cylinder head may cause the cylinder head to crack.This may cause a pressurized oil leak which in extreme circumstances could result in a fire in the engine compartment.
NHTSA 09E012000
Exterior Lighting
Date: 07/04/2009
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COMMON OBD2 CODES TO CHECK
P0420
Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1
Powertrain
P0171
System Too Lean Bank 1
Powertrain
P0300
Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
Powertrain
P0441
EVAP Incorrect Purge Flow
Powertrain
P0128
Coolant Thermostat Below Regulating Temperature
Powertrain
P0455
EVAP System Leak Detected (Gross Leak)
Powertrain
P0700
Transmission Control System (MIL Request)
Powertrain
P0507
Idle Air Control System RPM Higher Than Expected
Powertrain
P0174
System Too Lean Bank 2
Powertrain
All documented fault codes for this vehicle
The most documented diagnostic codes for this model, by system and severity. Tap a code for the full guide.
P1233
powertrain
HIGHP1651
powertrain
LOWP1650
powertrain
LOWP1641
powertrain
HIGHP1579
powertrain
HIGHP1537
powertrain
LOWP1455
powertrain
MODERATEP1451
powertrain
LOWP1409
powertrain
MODERATEP1383
powertrain
MODERATEP1285
powertrain
HIGHP1270
powertrain
LOWP1237
powertrain
HIGHP1235
powertrain
HIGHP1152
powertrain
MODERATEP1117
powertrain
LOWP1116
powertrain
LOWP1103
powertrain
MODERATEP1783
powertrain
CRITICALP1746
powertrain
HIGH
DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS — UNIVERSAL GUIDE
57 warning lights classified by urgency. Appears on your vehicle? Check the urgency level.
Show all dashboard warning lights
🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
Brake System WarningBrakes
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
Low Oil Pressure (Ford)Engine
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
ABS WarningBrakes
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
AdvanceTrac Off (Ford)Chassis
SYNC System Fault (Ford)Electrical
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
Door Open WarningBody
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission
MyKey Speed Limit (Ford)Electrical
REPORTED COMPLAINTS & PROBLEMS (NHTSA)
21836 owner complaints filed with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Ford Focus across model years 2000–2025. These are real, verified reports submitted by vehicle owners.
1086 crash reports 289 fires 881 injuries 35 deaths
Complaints by model year (most reported first)
Model year 20123781
Model year 20003686
Model year 20142631
Model year 20132100
Model year 20011758
Model year 20161178
Model year 20151008
Model year 2003977
Most reported components (all years)
Power Train6389
Electrical System4167
Engine2154
Steering2040
Unknown Or Other1420
Fuel/Propulsion System1339
Sample reports
Tire completely blew out under normal driving conditions on [XXX] between [XXX] in Roseville California. The tire was size 205 /45 r17 one of a matching installed set from America's Tires in Antelope California. INFORMATION REDACTED P… (MY 2007)
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 ve… (MY 2016)
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer wh… (MY 2017)
Was driving the vehicle and saw that the vehicle was losing coolant change the coolant reservoir and the replaced both of the heater hose, all of a sudden it was still losing coolant but I was always topping it out with coolant. Until th… (MY 2015)
Source: NHTSA complaints database (U.S. data.gov). Figures cover production years 2000–2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Ford Focus have any safety recalls?
Yes — 43 official NHTSA recall campaign(s) affect this model, mainly: EQUIPMENT, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. Check the recalls section for your exact year/VIN.
What does fault code P0003 mean on the Ford Focus?
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Low This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0002 mean on the Ford Focus?
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit Range/Performance This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0001 mean on the Ford Focus?
Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit/Open This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
Are electrical problems common on the Ford Focus?
Yes — 525 of 4000 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the electrical. One owner reported: “I've been experiencing an electrical issue. I have lost power to my break lights completely. There was no warning lights or signs at all. I was pulled over and made aware by a police officer that my b…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are steering problems common on the Ford Focus?
Yes — 652 of 4000 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the steering. One owner reported: “The contact owns a 2000 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power in the middle of the road. The contact allowed the vehicle to sit for s…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are engine problems common on the Ford Focus?
Yes — 904 of 4000 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the engine. One owner reported: “WHEN IN IDLE, THE VEHICLE SHAKES, AND SOMETIMES STALLS. SOMETIMES I'M ABLE TO GET POWER BACK IN IT IF I PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND TAP THE GAS PEDAL.…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
What tyres does the Ford Focus (2000–2025) use?
The original OEM tyre size for the Ford Focus (2000–2025) is 215/55 R16. Compatible alternative sizes: ["215/50R17", "245/45R19", "235/45R17", "205/60R16"]. See the Tyres section on this page to compare offers from the main suppliers.
What is the right battery for the Ford Focus (2000–2025)?
The battery specified for the Ford Focus (2000–2025) is group H6 (BCI), with a cold cranking rating of 680A. See the Battery section on this page for the main cross-references between brands.
What engine oil should I use on the Ford Focus (2000–2025)?
The engine oil specification for the Ford Focus (2000–2025) is Motorcraft 0W-20 Full Synthetic. Always use the viscosity grade approved by the manufacturer: a different oil can reduce engine protection and void the warranty. Check the change interval in the Maintenance section.
Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Ford Focus (2000–2025)?
Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.
How often should the Ford Focus (2000–2025) be serviced?
Routine maintenance for the Ford Focus (2000–2025) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.
Bookmark this page to consult it at the workshop or when buying parts. TroubleAtlas updates its technical data continuously — check back for new information on the Ford Focus (2000–2025).