2012 Ford Focus Engine Problems
- 349
- 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 349 stored complaint records:
- 7 indicate a crash
- 4 indicate injury
- 4 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 24 records
- engine light · 16 records
- indicator illuminated · 12 records
- takata recall · 10 records
- engine indicator · 9 records
- failure mileage · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 94 |
| 60–100k mi | 78 |
| 30–60k mi | 76 |
| 100–150k mi | 43 |
| 150–400k mi | 10 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford focus. While the vehicle was stopped in traffic at a red light, it suddenly shut off on two separate occasions. The vehicle was taken to jim oneal ford ([redacted], sellersburg, in) where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank valve was faulty. The vehicle was serviced per nhtsa campaign number: 18v735000 (fuel system) and the fuel tank valve was replaced, but the failure continued. The…
ODI 11180221
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford focus. While attempting to drive the vehicle, it failed to start and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 18v735000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called autonation ford lincoln union city at [redacted]…
ODI 11180266
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
Engine
My car has stalled out 3 times in 2 days. Once while parked after filling the tank with gas. I had turned the engine off to fill the tank, and then it took three attempts with sluggish turnover to start. The next time, i was in idle at a red light and the engine suddenly died. I was able to restart. The third time, i was in the middle of a turn in a downtown area and i lost compression and nothing happened when i…
ODI 11144128
Engine
I received an email in october 2018 and then a letter in december 2018 for a recall on my vehicle. And was told when the parts were available i would be notified.now here we are 7 months later and i have heard nothing is there anything i can do about this
ODI 11206354
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
On your vehicle, the pcm software may not adequately detect a stuck-open canister purge valve (cpv) within the fuel vapor system. If the cpv malfunctions and sticks open, it can lead to excessive vacuum in the fuel vapor system, potentially deforming the plastic fuel tank. This can cause the following symptoms: illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (mil) with certain diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) inaccurate or…
ODI 11252285
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
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
This car has had problems since purchasing it as a certified used vehicle for my daughter. The stereo went out completely and had to be replaced. The transmission has been having issues but ford says the problem is not bad enough when hooked up to the computer for it to be replaced under their extended warranty which ford has put in place an extended warranty up to 100,000 miles and 7 years. Lastly twice while my…
ODI 11130990
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford focus. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated when the accelerator pedal was depressed after a complete stop. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The contact noticed the failure in november of 2017. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 98,540.
ODI 11129136
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Ran out of fuel in this vehicle, once when my daughter was driving on a highway, even though the fuel gauge would say there was between 75-100 miles before empty. The last time this happened the interior of the vehicle had a strong smell of gas. I then proceeded to take it to the dealership and after diagnosis the service manager said some valve remained open causing the gas tank to crack and in turn gas flowed back…
ODI 11122102
Engine
This car when you are driving the engine jump or skeep the change
ODI 11190962
Engine · Power Train
2012 ford focus with 55,000 miles. Driving on interstate at 60 mph and the car suddenly shut down. Weather was sunny and 84. Fortunately, i was not hit and was able to coast to the shoulder of the interstate. Steering and brakes worked fine. Car will not restart. Turning the key is uneventful, no noise or action of any kind. There is electric, as i was able to put the windows down. Waited 3 hours for a tow truck. I…
ODI 11120485
Engine · Power Train
Vehicle shudders when taking off but once initial take off is complete there is no shudder anymore.
ODI 11205279
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford focus. While driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle started shuddering and inadvertently shifted gears. The contact was able to drive the vehicle home. The dealer (capital ford of charlotte, 5411 n tryon st, charlotte, nc 28213) stated that they were aware of the failure with an engine module and the warranty was extended to 100,000 miles. The contact was advised to tow the…
ODI 11113011
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Car was being driven at about 30 mph when it suddenly shut off. Car would not restart. Fuel gauge indicated 71 miles to empty, 2 days after dealer supposedly recalibrated fuel gauge by reprogramming computer. This has happened several times in the past 3 months. Dealer says clutch (in this automatic vehicle) failed "shudder test", and needs $1500 replacement. He says this could explain car shutting off. I cannot…
ODI 11112771
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
The car will cut off once you try to start it up after filling up the gas. It also stalls while you're sitting idle at a light. The gas gauge is also broken. It stays at full and moves around freely.
ODI 11102576
Engine
When you go to start it as soon as you turn the ignition on it starts to crank the car over when i don't have it turn all the way to crank the motor over. As it has a short i been told by ford but nothing being done they said it should be on the recall list.it cranks over like a dead battery when the battery brand new.but the key switch should never start the engine till ya turn it all the way.it's like if i turn…
ODI 11132149
Engine
Twice, when exiting car in the garage, the doors locked and the engine started on it's own. Had to use the key to unlock the car, insert key and the engine stopped. Without hearing aids i would have just gone in the house. Disaster!
ODI 11150914
Engine
While driving my transmission/engine will cut out for 1 second causing the car to lurch forward and stall for a brief second, then it resumes driving normal. Other times the engine will shutter/ sound like it's almost going to stall out, especially when slowing down or accelerating from a rolling or stopped position. Often these occur on city streets.
ODI 11082668
Engine · Unknown Or Other
Check engine light on, both on road and highway staling and front end making noise.
ODI 11289136
Engine
Takata recall the engine light warning is on on my car and slips while driving. I am trying to get help to determine what is wrong to avoid accidents. I received a recall letter but i lost the letter that was sent to me. Your attention and time on my concern is very much appreciated. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).' *pm
ODI 11194115
Engine
My engine got hot around march 7, 2018 as i was driving it.
ODI 11089328
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 ford focus. When the contact attempted to drive the vehicle, the check engine warning indicator remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to hawkeye ford (2027 us-34, red oak, ia 51566) where it was diagnosed with failure codes p144a and p0456. The codes indicated that the evap, purge vent, vent valve, fuel tank, and fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 11075849
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
I was driving and the car kept turning of. It happened when i was stopped at a light and multiple times when i was driving. It doesn't shutter and stall, it just shuts off. Engine light came on with p1450 and p0456. It is evidently a known issue. There was a recall for 2010-2011 ford fusions for the exact same thing. "some of these vehicles might have a canister purge valve that does not work properly, causing…
ODI 11067252
Engine
Pulling out of daycare on a city street, the engine starting chugging. The transmission/engine light came on. I was able to drive slowly to make it home. Chugging each time i tried to accelerate. Extremely scary especially with 3 kids in the car. I drive on state rd. 82 for work and pick up the kids. Very dangerous. This will be the third or fourth time this has happened. I need it repaired at no cost to me.
ODI 11065344