1. Ford Focus
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  3. 2005
  4. Structure

2005 Ford Focus Structure Problems

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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

BandRecords
1–30k mi2
30–60k mi1
60–100k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • August 11, 2014 · 73,000 miles

    Latches/Locks/Linkages · Structure

    My focuses rear passenger side door wouldn't lock and neither of the rear doors could lock automatically. This is a safety concern because if someone (small child) pulled the handle they could fall out. I also tried locking the child lock but then the door wouldn't close. I had to get this fixed at a local auto shop and it cost $400. It seems like from what i have read on the internet this is a common problem with…

    ODI 10622323

  • December 9, 2009 · 53,000 miles

    Structure

    There is water leaking from my car into the engine. It is seeping under the cowl. This is causing water to get into my air filter and causing problems with my maf system. This problem occurs when it rains or when i wash my vehicle. I just purchased the vehicle on nov. 9 2009. I was not disclosed of this issue. I have not taken it for repair as repair costs are astronomical. I have seen hundreds of others with the…

    ODI 10296721

  • July 17, 2005

    Headlights · Structure

    Dt: 2005 ford focus. The consumer stated the grill and headlights were out of place. When the vehicle was taken to the dealership, they were not sure if they were going to able to fix the problem. The dealership made adjustments, but the consumer didn't feel it was properly corrected. The consumer stated only one half of the headlight assembly was able to be put in compliance. He has been told the radiator support…

    ODI 10134349

  • May 14, 2005 · 490 miles

    Structure

    Dt: the dashboard panel frame is severly rusted.*ak

    ODI 10122138

  • May 14, 2005 · 210 miles

    Structure

    Dt: brand new ford focus has heavy rust on the dashboard frame. The ford motor company says this is normal oxidation on untreated metal. *ak

    ODI 10122137