2012 Ford Focus Power Train Problems
- 1,052
- 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 1052 stored complaint records:
- 27 indicate a crash
- 11 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
What owners report
- Automatic Transmission · 4 records
- Clutch Assembly · 3 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 330 |
| 60–100k mi | 243 |
| 30–60k mi | 239 |
| 100–150k mi | 96 |
| 150–400k mi | 20 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
Thr powertrain went bad again. This would make it thr 3rd time and ford will not replace it because the vehicle has over 100000 miles.
ODI 11229977
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford focus. The contact stated that after the vehicle was repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 13v523000 (power train), the vehicle stalled while driving various speeds. The failure occurred intermittently. The repair was performed by delehanty ford (1510 e pierson rd, flushing, mi 48433, [redacted]). The vehicle was not repaired again. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.…
ODI 11194132
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford focus. When the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle would not increase in speed. The contact also heard an abnormal popping noise coming from the fuel tank. The contact also mentioned that the gear shifter was stuck and would not shift into the correct gear. The vehicle was towed to capital ford (3660 s carson st, carson city, nv 89701, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed…
ODI 11172869
Electrical System · Power Train
The transmission feels like it slipping. And it rakes time to change gears sometime the car blinks hill start assistance unavailable and it keeps reseating the mpg millage and trip timer. This morning when i locked my car it was like a door was open but i checked all the doors and they was locked
ODI 11245221
Power Train
2012 focus transmission - loss of engagement while driving on to freeway, shifted into neutral causing a near accident towed in 3 times for repairs - authorized ford dealer unable to repair transmission - filed two claims with ford motor co -the letter we received at time of purchase dated august 2014 stated " we are committed to building high quality, dependable products". This is a well documented defective…
ODI 11243308
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
The car radio goes off the windows don't go down and the transmission went on the car out off no where when i maintain my car every 3 months and as needed
ODI 11209824
Engine · Power Train
My car had less than 90,000 miles on it when it began to have issues with the transmission. The engine stutters or idles when i accelerate, which has made getting on the interstate a nightmare. If i accelerate to even 35 mph, i have to completely remove my foot from the gas pedal, otherwise my rpms will shoot to over 4 (4,000 rpms). It causes my entire car to feel like it's shaking, and it almost seems like my car…
ODI 11206875
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford focus. While driving various speeds, the vehicle lunged forward without warning. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was towed to safford ford lincoln of salisbury ([redacted], salisbury, md, [redacted]) where they diagnosed and repaired the transmission control module three times; however, the failure continued. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The…
ODI 11208112
Power Train
Dual clutch transmission in my car experiences shift hesitation, shaking when launching from a stopped position, and major transmission shuddering. Reverse gear also fails to engage randomly. Seems as though transmission torque dispersion is improperly functioning. Dangerous when pulling out into traffic lanes. Excessive transmission vibration while vehicle is stationary. Other issues occur while vehicle is moving…
ODI 11234453
Electrical System · Power Train · Steering
For a few months now my power steering has been not working when i turn the car on sporadically. To fix this i have been just turning the car off then back on a few times and that seems to fix the problem. However, now it won't reset and i do not have power steering at all. I had it towed to the dealer and after they charged me 140 they tols me that it needs a new rack and pin and it would cost 2400!!! Ford issued a…
ODI 11165311
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Power Train
On my 2012 ford focus fuel consumption has decreased also once the car gets passed a half tank the fuel volume gauge is not correct the car actually runs out of fuel what's the last quarter of a mark which appears to still have fuel, also front end drivetrain makes loud noise when turning corners, engine will not crank at times and makes funny sounds under the hood electrical sounds. Battery positive lead wiring…
ODI 11287728
Body · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Today's date i have called ford motor company and spoke with miss.chris id#2191199 around 10:53 am pst.with the given recent opened number was # cas16420379 to state the said problems and to se how we could possibly solved the said concerns we have.i have told, i have been denied or refused to have my vehicle to be re-serviced over again for the reoccurring previously fixed and serviced mechanical or electronic pcm…
ODI 11152917
Power Train
2012 ford focus have transmission problem. My car have problems changing gear i almost got into an accident. Now its stalling and problem starting. Ford say there nothing they can do!
ODI 11163220
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford focus. While driving 45 mph, the transmission failure indicator illuminated. The contact immediately pulled over and restarted the vehicle, but the indicator illuminated again. The contact was able to drive the vehicle home. The vehicle was taken to dean sellers ford (2600 w maple rd, troy, mi 48084, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the clutch; however, the vehicle was not…
ODI 11151745
Power Train
The automatic transmission shudders/vibrates when taking off. I took the vehicle to the service department and they stated that the warranty has expired. I understand that most of the ford focus and fiestas have this problem for many years.
ODI 11240986
Electronic Stability Control · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
Over the last 4 months my ford focus has completely ran like [xxx] the car bogs out cuts off due to the fuel and cluster jam and it's caused my clutch or transmission to throw codes. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
ODI 11191001
Engine · Power Train
I have recently bought a 2012 ford focus and it has the clutch problem. The problem has a warranty for under 100,000 miles. But does not have a recall for when the problem happens after 90,000 miles. So now i have to pay 1,500 dollars to get it fixed. Ford needs to fix a problem they made
ODI 11151788
Power Train
My car has 75,000 miles on it. I'm 6 months pregnant, driving on the interstate, when the vehicle's transmission starts to slip. During the slip, a "transmission malfunction. Service now" light comes on and my car proceeds to lock up and stall at interstate speeds. Three different cars almost crashed into my own before i could get safely to the shoulder. Why is this happening to a car less than 10 years old, at…
ODI 11143615
Power Train
When i am starting my car i get a message that says steering assist malfunction service required and i can not turn my steering wheel at all.
ODI 11141906
Power Train · Steering
In early 2017 i started experiencing issues with the electronic power steering. I would turn my car on some days and it would say power steering malfunction and there was no power steering making it impossible to turn the wheel and drive. Turning it off and back on (sometimes several times) would get rid of the error code and i would be able to drive it like normal. A month ago at 129,000 miles the power steering…
ODI 11152057
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford focus. While driving 20 mph, the engine revved, but the vehicle would not move forward. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 20,200.
ODI 11149928
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
After multiple issues \recalls with the transmission the car still is not running right. It takes sometime for the vehicle to start and once it does it shudders on acceleration. Now i am being told both the fuel pump and the clutch need to be replaced. Based on everything i am reading there are quite a few faulty parts in these vehicles that should be recalled.
ODI 11141080
Body · Engine · Power Train
Takata recall, first off is the driver door comes unlocked while driving, also had a door lock and wasn't able to close. My 2012 focus feels like it's got no power alot of times or will start to spudder from every stop. Does same when reversing out of a drive way. Sometimes it seems like it wants to stall, i have the automatic. It revs at really high rpms like it needs to shift but doesn't. Probably have more issues…
ODI 11149571
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford focus. While attempting to accelerate at a stop light, the vehicle hesitated. The vehicle was taken to summerville ford ([redacted], summerville, sc 29485, [redacted]) where the contact was informed that the transmission clutch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 77,000. The vin was unknown.
ODI 11195577
Power Train
The transmission of my car shudders during light acceleration when it goes into motion from a stationary position. I have been facing this issue for a long time now. It runs great in 1st gear but when it switches to 2nd it shudders and then shifts. Also when it is on gears more than 2 it runs fine.
ODI 11277410