2013 Ford Focus Power Train Problems
- 793
- 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 793 stored complaint records:
- 11 indicate a crash
- 6 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- Automatic Transmission · 2 records
- Clutch Assembly · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 372 |
| 30–60k mi | 154 |
| 60–100k mi | 126 |
| 100–150k mi | 40 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. While driving 40 mph, the vehicle stalled and the instrument panel lights illuminated. The "transmission not in park please select (p)" message appeared; however, the vehicle was already in park. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission module failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was being repaired. The…
ODI 10873389
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle began to violently jerk without warning. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the clutch failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired twice, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately…
ODI 10789632
Power Train
Bought on 2/23/15 and reported problem with car hesitating/shuttering at start of moving and at stopping. Set up appointment. Was told they could find nothing wrong and suggest to me i was under warranty not to worry. A week later it is now shifting hard from 1st to 2nd. I found a letter from ford to prev. Owner about this exact problem i'm now describing. Recall this vehicle b4 someone dies. *tr
ODI 10695474
Power Train
While driving 40 mph behind a pickup truck, i came over the top of a hill and down to bottom where road is flat and was able to pass the truck. I slowed down to 30 mph when attempting to make the pass (i had my foot off gas and brake both). I could start the pass without pushing on gas at this time. I was beside the truck when i started pushing on gas to speed up then instead of up shifting, the rpms went up and…
ODI 10706741
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. While driving at various speeds, the engine stalled and the check transmission warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 15,000. Updated 6/11/15*cn updated 9/28/2017*cn
ODI 10695077
Power Train
The car stutters violently when taking off from a stop, and some times stalls. Also the car will on occasion get stuck in first gear. Very dangerous to have the car stall when trying to cross a busy street. Been into the shop three times still no fix, and my understanding is this is a recall and there is no real fix for the problem
ODI 10790106
Engine · Power Train
The vehicle shudders and makes noise when shifting gears. When accelerating at around 15mph, the vehicle bogs down and lacks power. Engine oil leaks also.
ODI 11254196
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. While driving at approximately 60 mph, the vehicle jerked and the vehicle failed to accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the input shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and…
ODI 10694827
Power Train
Pulling from red lights/stop signs is very dangerous due to the transmission stalling, shuttering, grinding, etc. I have owned the car for 2 weeks and i am beyond mad that i traded a great truck for something i am afraid to drive. *tr
ODI 10691292
Power Train
Transmission is causing car to hesitate when giving it gas witch making it pretty scaring turning at open intersections and just driving it starts vibrations bad also its like it puts on brakes be driving and car slow down as if like some one was gearing down does all on its on!! Needs fixing the proper way be for some one it's hurt or killed!!! *tr
ODI 10683593
Power Train
Rear main seal failure causing complete loss of transmission fluid and engine oil, this could cause the engine to seize unexpectedly,leakage noticed and this has required the replacement of seal and clutch 3 times in past 15 months
ODI 10871428
Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
When turning car sometimes hesitates when gas is pushed, could cause accident when there is oncoming traffic. Automatic transmission (or dry clutch) also grinds loudly often, and car jerks and shudders when shifting. Been to dealer twice for repair, transmission replaced once. Still messed up and dangerous. *tr
ODI 10703894
Electrical System · Power Train
Have taken the car to fairview ford san bernardino. Were i bout the car. With trans problem under extracare warranty and they cannot fix it. Its been 3 times that i've taken it for the same problem. Now a new problem with the car not starting with the dash and radio turning on but the engine. I don't know why these problems have not became a recall issue. Cant take it to any other ford dealer because they will not…
ODI 10683562
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. While driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle shuttered while accelerating. Additionally, when the key was removed from the ignition, the vehicle continued to run and failed to shut off. In addition, the gear shifter failed to move out of gear. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (titus-will ford, 3606 s sprague ave, tacoma,…
ODI 11121092
Power Train
I'm not sure of the exact date of the incident, but i started the car and shifted it into d (drive), and the vehicle revved, jerked, and the "check engine" light came on. I drove the car home carefully, pulled it in the garage, and went to adjust it by putting the car in r (reverse), and the transmission would not engage. I did call ford up, and the problem was "fixed" but since i have had this car the transmission…
ODI 10713882
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a complete loss of power while driving 60 mph. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that they would continue to try to…
ODI 10763882
Power Train
Even though there was no accident, there is a possibility to have one since the transmission "slip" and then car looses power, so the driver will accelerate and suddenly the transmission engages again and your car will make a sudden movement. This cars are equipped with a noisy transmission and now slips. I wish i can return my car. My first cars did not required any major maintenance other than oil, oil filter,…
ODI 10678279
Power Train
We have a 2013 ford focus and while we love the car, there is a huge safety concern with the transmission. We have been back and forth with multiple ford dealerships (4 rental cars) trying to resolve why our car has been stuttering and jerking in low gear. We have yet to have any answers with the problem. The car is under full warranty plus ford's premium warranty that covers an extra 500 components of the car. Ford…
ODI 10678761
Power Train
Every single time i drive in the city and take off the transmission shutters and skips. It sounds like a dump truck taking off. It feels very unsafe and likes to do things on its own. A car should not have these types of issues at that low of miles. I have to much money in this car for ford to sale a defective product. *tr
ODI 10676168
Power Train
Ford is experiencing significant repair obligations due to the defective design of their clutch/automatic transmission arrangement on their 2013 ford focus models. The owner of this vehicle is driving a car that has a tendency to stall at intersections and at highway entry lanes. I have been told this condition is being experienced by many other focus drivers. This is a hazardous condition and as far as i can tell,…
ODI 10714765
Power Train
After purchasing this vehicle in 2013 we found out the transmission does not have a torque converter. Therefore, the transmission shakes, makes noises, and seems to grab, feeling like the vehicle might stall although it never has. We have had it in to the local ford dealer two times and both times we were told that the transmission is "within specs". The vehicle seems to be better when the vehicle is cool. Once it…
ODI 10863789
Body · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
TAKATA RECALL
ODI 11207392
Power Train
Car shakes and hesitates while trying to accelerate. Seems like clutch or transmission slippage. There is also some type of vibrating/rattling noise at the same time. Once the car shifts past 2nd gear it seems to be better. Bought the car with 35000 miles and didn't notice it right away. Slowly has gotten worse and the car now has 56000 miles. Something is not right.
ODI 10758799
Engine · Power Train
For a number of months the vehicle transmission shudders, lags, and acts intermittently lurching. Very dangerous. When applying gas, one never knows if the vehicle will go forward smoothly, or instead lurch or shudder potentially causing to be rear-ended by someone or hit because the vehicle doesn't accelerate to queue. All accompanied by a loud grinding sound. A piece of junk! *tr
ODI 10691357
Power Train
The 2013 ford focus has an ongoing safety concern regarding the transmission. This is a known problem, as there is a plethora of similar complaints online. The transmission jerks/shutters/jumps/vibrates etc. When shifting, mostly between neutral and gears 1 through 3. This is most prevalent when starting from a stop, or any low speed/coasting situations. This is a huge safety concern which ford needs to address. I…
ODI 10690721