2015 Ford Focus Power Train Problems
- 220
- 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 220 stored complaint records:
- 9 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- clutch replaced · 8 records
- under warranty · 7 records
- complete stop · 7 records
- stop light · 6 records
- check engine · 6 records
- where diagnosed · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 74 |
| 30–60k mi | 57 |
| 60–100k mi | 55 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
Vehicle shakes and transmission slips when pulling out from a stop. It does this every time you pull out from a stopped position.
ODI 11307986
Power Train
Driving on an interstate and my 2015 ford focus wouldn't shift correctly. Then a light came on saying "transmission failure. Service now." i was able to cruise to safety but it was a very scary situation with 3 children in the car!
ODI 11306434
Power Train
When i am driving my car is fine, however when i come to a complete stop then try to accelerate, my car's transmission seems to stick... Then it causes my car to shudder. It happens every time my car hits 1600rpms.
ODI 11292517
Power Train · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
My vehicle accelerated when i was slamming full pressure on the brake and caused me to hit a store, thank the lord i had full coverage and it only did cosmetic damage to the vehicle, i've also had times where it will say the traction control is out or it has no uphill start, my model doesn't have that. I would like a refund on my vehicle but it has issues already.
Crash reported
ODI 11287694
Power Train
The vehicle continually surges when accelerating from a stop. Vehicle has been taken in repeatedly and i am told that they update software on a module. Am told it is a known issue but because it is in litigation they can't replace transmission. I want a safe car. I am afraid to let my grandchildren ride in it. Date below for event date is most recent.
ODI 11287399
Power Train
While in rush hour traffic the vehicles dps6 dual-clutch "powershift" transmission failed to downshift properly causing the car to rear ended the car in front of it. Impact was roughly 15-25 mph.
Crash reported
ODI 11287119
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford focus. The contact stated that on various occasions, the vehicle stopped abruptly while driving. In addition, all the warning indicators illuminated simultaneously. The contact had the vehicle towed to cavalier ford greenbrier (1515 s military hwy, chesapeake, va 23320, [redacted]) where the vehicle was inspected multiple times. The key fobs and battery were replaced; however, the…
ODI 11289492
Power Train
#1- on an incline: after coming to a complete stop, transmission periodically shudders around 15-20 mph when shifting gears automatically. Also occurs frequently when slowing down to 10 mph for a speed bump, then accelerating modestly; usually occurs in 15-20 mph range. #2- after transmission heats up (driving for about 30 minutes), transmission shudders after coming almost to a complete stop, then turning onto…
ODI 11288813
Power Train
Vehicle experiences clutch shuddering on light acceleration. Ford has extended the warranty but refuses to repair the vehicle as the service tech advises, after driving it, that it isn't severe enough yet, per ford's arbitrary standards. When driving the vehicle, the shudder occurs when first starting out from a stop. The normal reaction when this occurs is to give it more gas, resulting in more rapid acceleration…
ODI 11281995
Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train
I was sent a letter of recall dec 2018 for my 2015 ford focus, reference 18s32; nhtsa recall 18v-735; i promptly took my car into autonation ford katy tx for repair, on dec 22 2018, warranty claim invoice# 981353 at this time pcm was reprogrammed and it checked ok. On oct 30 2019 my car was at half tank of gas, and it stalled out repeatedly, and engine light remained on. I took it back in. Im concerned that: 1) the…
ODI 11277313
Power Train
Car began shuddering and then would no longer shift gears or accelerate while going up an on ramp to the highway. Had to put the car in neutral to roll out of traffics way.
ODI 11278136
Power Train
Slipped transmission, it hesitates to go, when stopped at stop light. It has a salvaged titel
ODI 11270211
Power Train
Vehicle shutters very badly in first gear. Ford sent out a letter in september extending the warranty to include a free clutch repair, but dealerships refuse to fix the problem instead opting to 'update' the software, which does nothing.
ODI 11277833
Power Train
My 2015 ford focus 2.0 sedan electric randomly had the check engine light come on and started shifting abnormally and out of control. At first it wouldn't shift properly and then out of nowhere it revved up high and made my vehicle accelerate down the road almost causing me to wreck.
ODI 11266896
Power Train
I purchased the car with 6k miles 18 months ago and have driven it for approximately 15k miles since then. During that time i've experienced a recurring, persistent and severe transmission shudder that makes the car lurch and lag when starting from a stop or shifting from 1st to 2nd gear (although it is less severe - still very noticeable, but not scary when shifting from 1st to 2nd). Starting from a stop is the…
ODI 11265964
Power Train
The rpm's constantly jump up and down from 2-4, not accelerating sometimes when i hit the gas stalling and almost pausing happens all the time. Also, the gear switches are not in a safe location. I don't use them and have accidentally hit them while driving which lead to sudden stops on the expressway putting me at risk to be rear ended. Has happened several times.
ODI 11259114
Power Train
Vehicle sputters after take off from stops such as traffic lights and stop signs. Pulling out of places into traffic. Vehicle cuts off sometimes after pulling out from locations. The problem is becoming worse and worse. I'm afraid it's going to cut if and i'm going to be killed or seriously injured. Vehicle does this every single day now. Whenever i'm driving and come to a complete stop or if i'm pulling into…
ODI 11253970
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford focus. The contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 18v735000 (engine). Prior to receiving the recall notice, the check engine indicator illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where she was informed that the vehicle needed to be serviced by a dealer. The contact also stated that the vehicle began to stall while driving various speeds.…
ODI 11265221
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford focus. The contact stated that the gear shift lever was placed in reverse however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact also stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle independently decelerated. The contact stated that the electronic control module and transmission clutch were previously repaired. The contact stated…
ODI 11307027
Power Train
Recently had my transmission replaced for 7th time, car still shuddering, hesitating with lack of power whether at a standstill or on the move.
ODI 11245103
Power Train
Car shakes badly when accelerating from a stop, especially on an incline. Car can stall and come to a stop when traveling less than 40 mph. The first issue has been happening since the car was new and the stalling began happenin just in the last week.
ODI 11243906
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
A bought a used ford car from toyota, the car unknowingly had a recall on it. The car has been seen 10 times, under warranty, the transmission and clutch has gone out, ford and toyota have refused to by back the car. Car has been out of service for 31 days as of now. And i have not received a rental, ford will not open the recall back open. Hendricks won't look at the car they tell me to take it back to ford. While…
ODI 11242935
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford focus. While driving low speeds, the vehicle violently jerked as the rpms increased. The contact stated that there was a delay in acceleration. The vehicle was taken to autonation ford gulf freeway (12227 gulf fwy, houston, tx 77034, [redacted]) where the contact was informed to let the computer catch up after getting it upgraded. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was…
ODI 11269002
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ford focus. The contact stated that the vehicle's pressure plate was not functioning and caused the clutch to lock and become unresponsive, which resulted in a forced gear change. The failure occurred after an extended time period. The vehicle was taken to marshal mize ford (5348 tn-153, hixson, tn [redacted]) to be diagnosed, but they were unable to replicate the failure. The…
ODI 11243539
Power Train
The transmission in my 2015 ford focus has had numerous transmission control module updates ( tcm ) which the dealership kept saying would fix the problem which it did not in most cases made it worse. The dual clutch has been replaced 4 time's the throw out bearing, and the shift motors for the fix to last between 10,000 to 15,000 miles and the vehicle clutch being replaced again. At the last visit to dealership was…
ODI 11235090