2008 Ford Focus Suspension Problems
- 19
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Suspension · Wheels
I have replaced the tires on this vehicle 5 times in 6 years. The car was purchased in 2010, only 2 years old, and the first set of tires was replaced in 2011. Each time the tires are replaced it's because there is abnormal wear on the inside of the tires; so much damage, the steel radial from tires is sticking out. I was told i needed new sway bar links; replaced those as well, but have since put another new set of…
ODI 11047947
Electrical System · Power Train · Suspension
Car tries to drive itself when my foot is on the brake ( stationary) & the malfunction almost caused a accident in the city.lights have malfunctioned since purchase. No backseat lights working.car isles randomly and will not stop until stitch to neutral and then it gives me control to drive again.please look into this issue
ODI 11165300
Suspension
I have read many complaints about the 2008 ford focus and most compare to mine. The suspension on these vehicles are terrible. The car will vibrate, rumble and ruin tires. This problem has been happening since i purchased the car with only 6,000 miles on it. I have done multiple alignments, rotations and balances to try and fix the problem with no luck. I am on my second pair of tires and they are wearing down fast.…
ODI 10597473
Steering · Suspension · Wheels
I have had the vehicle since it first hit the car lot with 15 miles on it. Since purchase, i have changed the wheel bearings 9 times! This is scary as the bearings can break apart and cause my vehicle to lose control. I have had enough! Now, the bearing is bad again, just changed in april 2014. *tr
ODI 10652172
Electrical System · Suspension · Wheels
I am having major issues with starting my vehicle. I will turn the key and nothing happens. I have to forcefully turn my steering wheel back and forth before my vehicle will start. This is happening with both keys that i own. Also i'm on my third set of tires as they are wearing on the inside very quickly. I've had alignment after alignment done and nothing is fixing the issue. This is my second focus and this 2008…
ODI 10545643
Suspension
On third set of tires rated for 75k to 80k because of manufacture defect. Car is in shop having another front & rear wheel alignment done after purchasing new tires again. Shop says they recommend installing after market cambers that will hopefully help the defect in design at a cost to me for $510.00. I've gone on-line and this is a common problem and safety issue. The tires wear out regardless of the length of…
ODI 10496719
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford focus. The contact stated that the vehicle jerked violently while driving over bumps at various speeds. The vehicle would also emit loud noises when the failure occurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the front stabilizers needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. The manufacturer stated that the failure…
ODI 10455837
Steering · Suspension · Vehicle Speed Control
This is a ongoing problem with this vehicles suspension since i have had this vehicle i have replaced the tires on it 4x the rear suspension cups the tires and makes it bounce i have had multiple alignments and i bought it a 52.000 miles n for the last 4 yrs i have bought many types of tires and this car has ruined them all, also strut replacement and tie rods and i just got a new rackon pinion for the steering was…
ODI 10781183
Suspension · Visibility · Wheels
Ford dealer had fixed front wheel bearings under warranty, but will not fix rear wheel bearings under warranty. Car makes a roaring noise while driving. I think the rear parts on the car have been recalled, but the dealer wants to charge me $490 to fix. Also i paid $25 from the ford dealer for wipers that keep scraping the windshield and give me poor visibility. *tt
ODI 10444596
Suspension
I bought a new 2008 ford focus. It has 26000 miles on it. I have rotated the tires two times and have put on my third set of tires in the 26000 miles. I complained to the dealer and they inspected it and said that the suspension and alignment is completely out and also out of warranty and can't be adjusted. I need to put on new tires every 9000 miles. They can repair it for me at $1200.00 and a new set of tires for…
ODI 10343077
Suspension · Wheels
I experience premature tire wear on my focus. I have had this issue for several years. I have taken it to a ford dealer numerous times to get it fixed but they tell me nothing is wrong. The car also handles horribly in wet or wintery weather regardless of the type or condition of the tires. I feel unsafe driving this car in these conditions. I have done research on this issue and have found that this is an…
ODI 10583409
Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems · Suspension · Tires
I went and got new tires and alignment in sep.2009 and within 10000 miles on 03-06-10 my tires were chopped on the inside the dealer were i had got my car from had told me that it was caused by the alignment so i went back were i got the tires done they had told me it was my struts they went ahead an put new tires on and i went to ford garage in creston not were i got the car they had check my struts they said they…
ODI 10362724
Suspension · Wheels
The vehicle has had the rear wheels misaligned since new purchase. Dealership has never omitted the problem is with the vehicle and continues to insist it is a tire issue. The misaligned wheel causes multiple flat spotting and excessive wear on tires, which leads to heavy vibration and noise at highway speeds. There is a class action lawsuit in california resulting from this problem. *tr
ODI 10504241
Suspension · Wheels
The car suspension is easily unaligned and causes the car to go through tires at an alarmingly above average rate. 30,000+ mile tires do not make it 20,000 without severe damage and wear. After owning the car and taking it to many different shops the results are always the same that my cars suspension is not correct. I have had to replace 5 sets of sway bar links and at least 8+ sets of tires in the 100,000 miles i…
ODI 10713012
Suspension
My tires will not last over 1000 to 2000 miles without starting to whine from cuffing on the edges. Ford did not provide any chamber adjustment in front or back and the car wears out tires very quickly. I have a little over 61,000 miles on my 2008 and am on my fifth set of tires. I have added replacement arms to the rear for camber adjustment and camber plates to the front. Dealer at first told me to rotate my tires…
ODI 10410434
Suspension
Having problems with tires cupping. Had it realigned around 20,000 miles because ford only covers wheel alignment up to 12,000 miles. I purchased new tires around 35,000 miles, had it realigned again around 36,000 miles. I took the car in to costco where i bought the new bridgestone tires for tire rotation and they said the tires were cupping !! Same problem, alignment don't help. After researching on the internet,…
ODI 10427149
Suspension
Tires wear uneven on 2008 ford focus which is a safety hazard especially in bad weather. So far 2 sets of tires have been worn out and when going down the road i am being bounced all around. They have no solution to the problem. *tr
ODI 10276909
Body · Electrical System · Suspension
I purchased a '08 ford focus- 4dr sdn se in march '08 from mark martin ford in batesville, ar. July '08, doors locked & wouldn't open. Since the original delivery of the vehicle, it's been returned to dealership 14+ times. Vehicle has been out of service for repairs for a total of 209 calendar days (just from may 14,'10-dec. 31,'10). It is documented that the car started having problems before 12,000 mi. Have been…
ODI 10417421
Electrical System · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Seat Belts · Suspension
The door lock, locks and you cant open them to get in or out of the car if you wont in or out you have to crawl through the windows. The front end of the car will not stay aligned eats up tires. Head lights. We have had this car in the dealers many times they tell me that its normal. This car has been a lemon since the day i drove it off the lot but they would never fix the problems. *tr
ODI 10349430