2005 Ford Focus Engine Problems
- 8
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Bags · Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford focus. While stopped at an intersection, the vehicle shut off and lost all power without warning. The contact heard a clicking noise from the steering rack. The contact called roadside assistance; however, the vehicle restarted after the tow truck driver shook the battery a couple of times. The contact drove home. The failure recurred a few days later and the vehicle was taken to an…
ODI 10823587
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Takata recall fuel line too close to exhaut it causes vehicle to stop running wait 15 -20 minutes and it will start and you can go until it does it again it is fine in winter but warm weather it does it all the time have tried to have fixed but still does it
ODI 10862968
Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline · Service Brakes
We bought this car used, after we got it we noticed the fuel gauge was broke, there's something wrong with the brakes, and there are numerous other problems that worry me. We have small children to think about so the safety of this vehicle is very important. It has a good battery, but it's always dying after being driven. We have taken it to the dealer several times but they have yet to fix it. I don't know that…
ODI 10626158
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford focus. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle stalled, all the electrical functions seized, and the engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was merged to the side of the road and towed to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the alternator failed. The vehicle was serviced, but the remedy failed to repair the issue. The contact stated that the failure recurred…
ODI 10735791
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford focus. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, he adjusted the driver's seat and the vehicle stopped accelerating. The contact examined the area beneath the seat but could not locate a failure. After waiting several minutes, the vehicle was restarted and operated as designed. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure and…
ODI 10531622
Engine · Seats · Unknown Or Other
While driving my vehicle locally, my car shut off and engine light came on. I was told it was the main flow valve. I have to replace it, but then my key got stuck in the ignition. My friend was able to get it out. On august 12, 2012, my driver seat moved while i was driving and continues to skip on a certain click latch. Indecember, i had to take it back to the mechanic, cause my engine light keeps coming on, but we…
ODI 10582992
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train
So idk every [xxx] year! For the last few years! It goes good then she starts acting funny boom battery light comes on. I use the voltmeter and everything's fine full charge same with the alternator. A week or so passed then the starter went out replaced 7/3/13!! Wtf! Fried put a new one in. Now my[xxx] clutch feels different don't know what it's not slipping but it's really smooth.2 days go by and boom acts like…
ODI 10606955
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 ford focus. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle however, the failure continued intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic for diagnosis but the mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 10509418