2010 Ford Focus Engine Problems
- 36
- 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.
Among these 36 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- throttle body · 12 records
- check engine · 10 records
- engine light · 8 records
- failure mileage · 7 records
- various speeds · 5 records
- failure recurred · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 15 |
| 1–30k mi | 8 |
| 60–100k mi | 6 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
My yellow wench check engine light came on,i was stopped at a 4 way city intersection and when i stepped on the gas pedal the car would not pick up any speed. I was stuck with traffic behind me. I had to go through the intersection at idle speed pull off the road, turn the car off and wait a few seconds then restart it. I was then able to drive it and the yellow check engine light was no longer on.the yellow light…
ODI 11231458
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes
I've replaced my motor mounts three times within 4 months. My car still is shaking, my heat and air only works on the right side, under my hood sounds like a ticking noise. This is all while parked. Please tell me what i can do
ODI 11194458
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Whenever i start my car, the rpm's are between 2-3 and it takes a couple minutes to reach the normal idling rpm rate. The engine also makes clicking noises and is louder than usual and just does not sound right. And previously, my car has randomly stalled and just turned off while the battery stayed running while making a right turn or just idling at a stop light. Mostly, my cars engine just turns off while running…
ODI 11142667
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Vehicle Speed Control
I turned on the engine in the morning and the car seem to start fine, but when i put the gear selector in reverse and pressed the gas pedal suddenly the check engine came on and the car started shaking violently, i instantly turned off the car after a few seconds i tried turning the car back on, the check engine light went away, and it seem to work fine after that, but this now happens on a daily bases at random…
ODI 11097577
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Vehicle stalled. Tried to restart it, would not fire up. It then caught on fire on the side of the highway (i-87n, exit 17/moreau) vehicle was in good working order, no check engine light or other indication of trouble, temperature gauge never showed any problem. Not sure if this is related to other ford engine fires (due to overheating/loss of coolant) or what exactly caused it. Insurance did not do an inspection…
Fire reported
ODI 11032841
Engine
I have changed many parts on my 2010 ford focus se 2.0 and has not changed anything. I started out with not idling and after spending a few hundred dollars it has not changed anything. Very dangerous. When you come to a stop it shuts off. The person behind you thinks your going to proceed and you don't do to car shut off it is a very dangerous position your in. I did read that there are many of theses mystery…
ODI 10919982
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Car does not accelerate properly at times. When pressing gas pedal car does not move accordingly. Stalls at random times on highway.
ODI 10887616
Engine
Ford focus (2010) recall - my mom is 80 years old and needs her car to work properly. She has a 2010 ford focus with shuddering problems and ideling problems.when she excelerates the car is very sluggish and slow to speed up. When she is in traffic the car idels down and almost shuts off. Please let me knoiw what i can do about this.
ODI 10876928
Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford focus. The contact stated that the vehicle jerked and lost acceleration while driving at various speeds. In addition, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle stalled. The failure occurred on numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but the failure was unable to be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the…
ODI 10876930
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford focus. When the vehicle was stopped, the engine cut off. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and the throttle body assembly was cleaned. The failure recurred within three weeks and the vehicle was taken back to the local dealer. The dealer made the manufacturer aware of the failure…
ODI 10865384
Engine · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
Doors lock and wont unlock at time trapping you in and the car goes thur tires like crazy but i'm really worried about the doors traping you in the vichle at times
ODI 10824777
Engine
The engine mounts are failing at 35,000 excessive rattling in the car.
ODI 10808562
Electrical System · Engine
When key turned and removed from ignition, engine does not shut off.
ODI 10748799
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford focus. When the ignition was started, the vehicle vibrated. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the throttle body needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 31,000.
ODI 10732284
Engine
The engine hesitates, at various speeds, it seems like it cuts out, but there is no loss of power, everything functions. It happens at irregular intervals. *tr
ODI 10692035
Engine
My 2010 ford focus will frequently experience a very rough idle, and will almost stall while stationary. This happens almost immediately after slowing down. My local ford dealer seems to be aware of the problem, they said they can replace my throttle body with an "updated version that doesn't stick". If this is a systematic safety problem, a recall should be issued. *tr
ODI 10660259
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
While driving at 50 mph engine shut off and after stopping and attempting to restart the engine would only sputter. After a few minutes it did restart and as we were 120 miles from home this event reoccurred a dozen or more times with the check engine light illuminating after 7 instances of stalling. The repair shop we took it to found that the throttle body was defective and made the repair. As some deal was…
ODI 10633331
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford focus. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond. In addition, the check engine and wrench warning lights illuminated intermittently. The contact would have to shut the vehicle off and restart to resume normal function. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of…
ODI 10640552
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
When the car comes to a stop and is idling the engine starts to shake, the wrench light comes on and when i try to accelerate, the car has no power. If i turn off the car and turn it back on, the problem is solved until i come to another stop. The dealership cannot figure out what is happening and they say the diagnostic tool reports no codes. *tr
ODI 10703213
Engine
Vehicle idle fluctuates from 500 rpm to 2000 rpm while stopped at light or stop sign. Engine kills id idling too long or while turning steering wheel when parallel parking. Grinding sound and excessive engine vibration while accelerating on highway about 2000 rpm. Dealer and independent mechanic determined it is a failure with the throttle body. Dealer claims it is not covered by warranty. Mechanic disagrees. These…
ODI 10809979
Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train
I drive approximately [redacted] to work and back. During this trip i am spend a lot of time on two lane major access roadways with speeds of 55 mph. Driving at a steady 60 mph throughout most of my trip, i had a sudden loss of power in heavy traffic and the orange wrench that signifies "limp home mode" came on. Since half of my trip is on roads that are rural in amenities, i was unable to limp to the nearest ford…
ODI 10595772
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Wrench light comes on. And vehicle loses all power. Have to pull to side of road and shut engine off and restart it. *tr
ODI 10566842
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
My son was driving in the car pool lane when the car came to an abrupt stand still. It turns out the compressor failed and threw its parts all over the engine compartment damaging parts of the engine. When the engine failed, he lost braking and steering abilities. Compressors do not last forever. However, when a compressor quits working that should be the extent of the failure. This compressor failed and basically…
ODI 10567017
Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline · Vehicle Speed Control
This has been a re occurring problem that the throttle body sticks causing my vehicle to go into "limp mode" causing the car to almost loose power. This has had several close calls now, it does get better when cleaned but is needing cleaned more and more often. *tr
ODI 10596527
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford focus. The contact stated that while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled with the illumination of the check engine light. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis but they were unable to duplicate the problem. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 46,000.
ODI 10542157