2014 Ford Focus problems
The Ford Focus is a compact car (C-segment in Europe) manufactured by Ford Motor Company since 1999. It was created under Alexander Trotman's Ford 2000 plan, which aimed to globalize model development and sell one compact vehicle worldwide. The original Focus was primarily designed by Ford of Europe's German and British teams. Production of the fourth generation Focus began in 2018 in Germany and China.
Naming
The decision to name the new car the "Ford Focus" was made in early 1998, as Ford's senior management had been planning to keep the "Escort" nameplate for its new generation of small family cars. A last-minute problem arose in July 1998 when a Cologne court, responding to a case brought by the publisher Burda, ordered Ford to avoid the name "Focus" for the cars in the German market since the name was already taken by one of its magazines (Focus). This eleventh-hour dispute was resolved, however, and the car was launched with the name Focus.
First generation (C170; 1998)
Ford of Europe introduced the Focus in 1998 to the European market as a replacement for the Ford Escort. The Focus Mk 1 was awarded the 1999 European Car of the Year award. The project manager for the Ford Focus at Dunton was Rose Mary Farenden.
Ford of North America began marketing the Focus in September 1999 for the 2000 model year, with some changes from the European version. The car was launched as a three-door hatchback, four-door sedan, and five-door wagon; a five-door hatchback debuted in 2001.
In 2002, Ford launched its highest performance version of the Focus, called the Focus RS. It came with a 2.0-litre turbocharged Duratec RS engine, a Quaife ATB limited-slip differential, an AP Racing clutch, and a revolutionary design front suspension strut system called "Revo-knuckle"- as marketed by Ford, Sachs Racing dampers Brembo brakes, 18” O.Z Racing alloy wheels, Michelin Pilot Sport tyres and a host of other performance changes, combined with a much more aggressive appearance, and was available only in Ford's Imperial blue. Tickford Engineering won the engineering contract for the research, development and to oversee production of the Mk 1 Focus RS. Tickford made substantial modifications to the base unit, with up to 70% of the base components either updated, re-engineered or completely redesigned. Despite the development being carried out in the United Kingdom, Ford produced the Focus RS in the Saarlouis plant in Germany between 2002 and 2003 making a limited run of 4501 cars only. This original Focus RS was only available in Europe; just under half (2147) of these were sold in the UK.
For decades, in the U.S., small cars like the Focus were seen as a tool to draw in younger buyers looking for a cheap basic transportation and to increase auto makers' fleet average fuel economies to meet U.S. federal standards. Ford was said not to be concerned about losing money on the Focus so the company could sell gas guzzlers for big profits. However, recent sales of new Focuses have been able to maintain lower or overall discounting incentive rates than many competing vehicles in its class. Many industry insiders view cars like the Focus as 'compliance cars' because of their role in helping to bring up the corporate fleet average fuel economy to meet current fuel-economy standards.
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Common 2014 Ford Focus problems
The 2014 Ford Focus has been criticized for several common problems, primarily related to its engine, transmission, and power steering system. These issues can lead to high repair costs and affect the overall reliability of the vehicle.
- Transmission problems: Transmission issues are widespread in the 2014 Ford Focus, with many owners reporting hesitation while shifting between gears around 25,000 miles.
- Power steering system failures: Complete power steering system failures have been reported on many 2014 Focus models around 75,000 miles.
- Recalls: There are 12 serious recalls on the 2014 Focus, which is much worse than other compact cars.
These issues can significantly impact the overall reliability and cost of owning a 2014 Ford Focus. While the car offers a refined and quiet ride with nimble handling and a strong engine, the transmission and power steering problems can lead to expensive repairs and downtime.
Are there any problems with the 2014 Ford Focus?
Overall Rating 5/10 – 2014 is a bad year for the Ford Focus since there are still a lot of transmission problems. Owner reviews complain about high repair costs, transmission issues, as well as a rundown interior.
What is a common problem with a Ford Focus?
The most common Ford Focus problems include fluctuating engine revolutions per minute (RPM), pre-ignition at low speeds, and engine stalling.
Is a 2014 Ford Focus a good car to buy?
Major reasons to consider the 2014 Ford Focus sedan and hatchback include sprightly performance, an upscale interior, a refined ride and excellent fuel economy. Another key attribute is the Focus' abundance of available high-tech convenience features.
What year did Ford Focus have transmission problems?
Vehicles impacted are the Ford Fiesta (model years 2011-2016) and the Ford Focus (model years 2012-2016) equipped with a PowerShift transmission.
Are there any problems with the 2014 Ford Focus?
Overall Rating 5/10 – 2014 is a bad year for the Ford Focus since there are still a lot of transmission problems. Owner reviews complain about high repair costs, transmission issues, as well as a rundown interior.
What is a common problem with a Ford Focus?
The most common Ford Focus problems include fluctuating engine revolutions per minute (RPM), pre-ignition at low speeds, and engine stalling.
Is Ford Focus a good car 2014?
Major reasons to consider the 2014 Ford Focus sedan and hatchback include sprightly performance, an upscale interior, a refined ride and excellent fuel economy. Another key attribute is the Focus' abundance of available high-tech convenience features.
How long will a 2014 Ford Focus run?
The lifespan of a Ford Focus is totally dependent on how well You are able to take care of it. If You take great care of it and do regular maintenance it can last anywhere froM200,000 miles to 400,000 miles or even longer. If You take not so great care of it maybe it will last 50,000 to 150,000 miles.
2014 Ford Focus car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Focus problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Steering problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2014 Ford Focus vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2014 Ford Focus
The NHTSA has received 33 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2014 Ford Focus. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2014 Ford Focus vehicles.
2024-11-21
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-21
- VIN: 1FADP3K20EL
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, steering wheel seized, and felt very stiff. The power steering warning light was illuminated. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 167,000.
2024-11-20
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-18
- VIN: 1FADP3K2XEL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2014 Ford Focus due to recurring error codes P0456 (Very Small Leak Detected), P1450 (Unable to Bleed Up Fuel Tank Vacuum), and P2190 (System Too Rich at Idle). These issues relate to the Evaporative Emission Control System (EVAP) and fuel tank system, which have caused symptoms such as intermittent Check Engine Light warnings, fuel odor, and difficulty refueling. These problems were confirmed by an independent service center during diagnostic testing, but the dealership refused to perform a goodwill fix, citing that my vehicle is not currently included in related recalls. This is particularly concerning because a large number of 2014 Ford Focus vehicles—approximately 1.5 million—have been recalled for similar issues with the EVAP and fuel systems, which pose risks such as fuel vapor leaks and stalling due to fuel system pressure irregularities. Although my VIN is not listed under the recall, the identical symptoms strongly suggest my vehicle should be included. I have not had the vehicle inspected by Ford or other representatives, but I urge NHTSA to investigate further as this is a significant safety concern that endangers me and others on the road.
2024-11-19
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-19
- VIN: 1FADP3F23EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shaking abnormally and then stalled with the “Service Transmission” warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle shut off in the middle of the roadway. The contact was assisted by a Police Officer was nearby in moving the vehicle over to the shoulder. The contact stated that the failure had occurred several times. The contact stated that occasionally while depressing the accelerator pedal the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that occasionally while driving and exceeding 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled. Additionally, the horn and the hazard lights failed to function as intended. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 81,000.
2024-11-18
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-16
- VIN: 1FADP3F21EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated while reversing, the vehicle failed to reverse as intended. In addition, the contact stated that the gear shifter did not function as intended. The contact stated that the gear shifter did not go into park or drive. The contact had to use the parking brake. The contact stated that he tried driving the vehicle again, the contact was able to drive a short distance and the failure reoccurred. In addition, the transmission was slipping. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline and report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.
2024-11-14
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-06
- VIN: 1FADP3K24EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I am the owner of a 2014 Ford Focus VIN [XXX] . I have had the car into an Authorized Ford Dealership numerous times. On the 2nd to last visit the Transmission Control Module was replaced at no cost to me. However, since then the transmission has malfunctioned again. It lurches, loses power and stalls. I took it back to the Ford Dealer and was told I needed a new transmission. I blame this on the extended length of time it took the Ford Motor Company to get the TCM and schedule the replacement. Am I entitled to any compensation or a buyback from Ford? What other steps can be taken to resolve my issue? Thank you for your time. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2024-11-11
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-24
- VIN: 1FADP3K27EL
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The warranty was extended on the transmission control module (TCM) instead of a recall. Symptoms of the TCM include “intermittent loss of transmission engagement while driving, no start, or lack of power”. All potentially very dangerous in my opinion. It is also my opinion (and others) that a failing TCM can harm the clutch. My TCM was reprogrammed in 2019 and the clutch (under warranty at the time) was replaced. Last week the TCM was replaced at no charge and the clutch was replaced again but at a cost of $3,571.77 this time. I was driving on an interstate highway when a warning light came on and minutes later the car went into neutral. Fortunately for me I was able to get off an exit and pull over on the exit ramp shoulder. I see online that many others are having similar problems. Some might not be as lucky as I was.
2024-11-09
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-31
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FADP3F25EL
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: At stop sigh,another vehicle coming down from a hill with a high speed hit and crush my car from behind.Two back passenger doors bent and the trunk hood bent as well.This is why i'm requesting a salvage title.
2024-11-06
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-01
- VIN: 1FADP3K2XEL
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle, the vehicle sputtered and stalled. The vehicle was able to restart. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was running roughly. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V515000(Fuel System, Gasoline), and the contact replaced the purge valve; however the failure recurred. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the local dealer and to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 116,000.
2024-11-04
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-07
- VIN: 1FADP3K25EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while his grandson was driving at various speeds and accelerating and decelerating, the vehicle hesitated and shuddered abnormally. The contact stated that the vehicle also lunged forward while braking. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact’s grandson was informed that the clutch needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 92,000.
2024-11-01
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-08
- VIN: 1FADP3J25EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle shuddered while shifting into 2nd gear. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent but had become a recurring failure. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the TCM and the transmission clutches needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had been advised by the dealer that there was a manufacturer recall for the TCM (14M02 - TCM Extended Warranty); however, the vehicle was no longer covered under warranty. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
2024-10-30
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-01
- VIN: 1FADP3F26EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 to 40 MPH, the vehicle started jerking abnormally. The contact stated that while at a traffic light, the vehicle revved up abnormally. The vehicle failed to go into gear. The check engine and another unknown warning light were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the vehicle had experienced transmission failure. The mechanic informed the contact that the transmission needed to be rebuilt or replaced. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, opened a case, and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
2024-10-29
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-30
- VIN: 1FADP3F22EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH and ascending a slope, the transmission was struggling to shift into gears and downshifted abruptly. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and the dealer determined that the transmission control module(TCM) and the transmission clutches needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the TCM replacement would be covered under Ford Campaign Number: 14M02; however, the transmission clutches replacement was not covered under Ford Campaign Number: 19N08. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 118,000.
2024-10-25
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-02
- VIN: 1FADP3K23EL
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Car failed to turn
2024-10-23
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-23
- VIN: 1FADP3F28EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power, after which the contact became aware that the transmission had shifted into neutral, and then shifted back into drive independently. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed failures with the shift forks and dual-clutch. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 109,000.
2024-10-22
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-13
- VIN: 1FADP3N25EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission failed to upshift or downshift as intended. Additionally, the RPM was rising independently. The transmission warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic where it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
2024-10-17
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-17
- VIN: 1FADP3F20EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at 25 MPH, the message "Transmission Hot" was displayed. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 108,000.
2024-10-17
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-10
- VIN: 1FADP3F29EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated while reversing, the message "Transmission Hot" was displayed. The contact stated that the failure recurred occasionally while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,441.
2024-10-10
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-03
- VIN: 1FADP3E23EL
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact's daughter owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at approximately 45 MPH, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that while turning the steering wheel, the steering became tight. The contact was unaware of any warning lights being illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent and the contact was informed about a recall. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V514000 (STEERING). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who informed the contact there was no recall coverage on the VIN. The vehicle was diagnosed and determined that the steering gears needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was unknown.
2024-10-07
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-07
- VIN: 1FADP3F23EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was shuddering in the transmission. The contact who is a mechanic, stated that the failure was due to the transmission module. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was driven for four miles, and the vehicle was aligned with the required specifications. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 9,000.
2024-09-30
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-15
- VIN: 1FADP3N27EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle jerked abnormally. The contact drove the vehicle to a safe location and parked the vehicle. The contact turned the vehicle off and allowed the vehicle to sit for several minutes. The vehicle was restarted, and the vehicle was driven to a dealer where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transfer case needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact required second opinion. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with transmission control module failure and transmission clutch failure. The contact was informed that the transmission control module and the transmission clutch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was made aware of Customer Satisfaction Program: 19N08; however, the contact was informed that the program had expired. In addition, the contact was informed that the transmission control module repair was eligible for coverage under Technical Service Bulletin: 14N02. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.
2024-09-27
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-27
- VIN: 1FADP3K28EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.
2024-09-24
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-11
- VIN: 1FADP3K2XEL
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: -Canister Purge Valve malfunctioning. Vehicle is available for inspection upon request. -This is a potential safety risk, makes and models within the same year are showing recall. When checking the specific VIN, does not appear to be covered under current recall. -Failure Code P1450 -No -Check Engine Light
2024-09-13
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-07
- VIN: 1FADP3F23EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered while the transmission was in second gear. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a transmission shop, where it was diagnosed with transmission clutch shudder. The mechanic replaced the transmission clutch assembly; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on two occasions, and the transmission clutch assembly was replaced twice; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 63,478.
2024-09-10
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-09-11
- VIN: 1FADP3F20EL
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated and shuddered while accelerating and shifting gear. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the transmission clutch had previously been replaced but had failed again. The transmission clutch was replaced. The vehicle was returned to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission clutch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to a transmission shop where it was diagnosed that the transmission clutch and actuators had failed. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact learned of a Customer Satisfaction Program, NHTSA ID Number: 10072057 (Power Train). The contact called the dealer and was informed that the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included and that the clutch was not covered under warranty. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 58,000.
2024-09-07
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-06
- VIN: 1FADP3E29EL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I purchased a ford focus 2014 in 2018 and was told everything was OK with my car. Fast forward to 2024, my transmission is now slipping and making noise & shuddering when I drive. Ford refuses to fix my car because the extended warranty to fix the faulty transmission of the ford focus expired. I am now responsible to pay $4,000 if I want to replace it. I was not told that the car had any recalls when I purchased it. I don’t believe that I should be held responsible to fix it when the dual clutch transmission was a known problem with 2011-2017 ford focuses before I bought it. Please HELP to fix my issue. I feel as if I was scammed and no one can help me.
2014 Ford Focus recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 10 recalls for different components of the 2014 Ford Focus.
2020-06-08
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recalls 15V-246, 16V-643 or 17V-210, however the repair may not have been completed properly. A component within the door latches may break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
- Consequence: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the latch date codes to confirm if the repair was done correctly, and replace the side door latches if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to inspect their own vehicle's door latches and enter the date codes into a website to determine if the latches are correct. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 27, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S30.
2019-07-05
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 and 2017 Focus vehicles equipped with 2.0L GDI gasoline engines and 2013-2014 Focus ST vehicles equipped with 2.0L GTDI engines, previously recalled under 18V-735. The affected vehicles did not have the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) updated as intended. Therefore, the Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, possibly causing excessive vacuum in the fuel vapor management system.
- Consequence: The excessive vacuum may result in an engine stall while driving, without warning and without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module. Dealers will also check for fault codes and replace the CPV as needed. If the CPV is replaced, dealers will inspect and replace the carbon canister, fuel tank and fuel delivery module as necessary. The recall began July 29, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S22.
2018-10-22
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles with a 2.0L GDI or 2.0L GTDI engine. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, possibly causing excessive vacuum in fuel vapor management system.
- Consequence: The excessive vaccuum may result in an engine stall while driving, without warning and without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module. Dealers will also check for fault codes and replace the CPV as needed. If the CPV is replaced, dealers will inspect and replace the carbon canister, fuel tank and fuel delivery module as necessary. The recall began August 19, 2019. Owners may contact Ford Customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S32. Note: Until the vehicle is serviced for this concern, owners are advised to keep the fuel tank at least halfway full.
2016-09-28
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Ford Focus hatchback vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to August 26, 2016 and equipped with a manual transmission. The hatchback of the affected vehicles may be unlatched with a single press of the interior latch release button. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
- Consequence: With only a single press needed, the driver may accidently unlatch the hatchback, increasing the risk of injury to any unsecured passengers in the back.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module with updated software, free of charge. The recall began February 10, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C13.
2016-09-06
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Ford Focus, 2013-2015 Ford Escape and Ford C-MAX, 2015 Lincoln MKC and Ford Mustang, and 2014-2016 Ford Transit Connect vehicles. A component within the door latches may break, preventing the doors from latching and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
- Consequence: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door latches with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S30.
2015-12-02
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013 Escape vehicles manufactured January 11, 2012, to April 1, 2013, and 2013-2014 Focus ST vehicles manufactured May 03, 2012, to October 14, 2013. Insufficient compression in the engine wiring harness splices to the Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor may provide incorrect signals to the powertrain control module (PCM).
- Consequence: The incorrect signals could cause the vehicle to hesitate or the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the current crimped splices with new splices, free of charge. The recall began on January 7, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S17-S1.
2015-01-09
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on January 8, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 15, 2014, to May 8, 2014, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured April 21, 2014, to May 15, 2014. On April 30, 2015, Ford expanded the recall to cover an additional 45,505 vehicles, including certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured November 11, 2013, to August 29, 2014, 2014-2015 Ford Fiesta vehicles manufactured April 10, 2014, to June 17, 2014 and 2014 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured April 30, 2014, to May 21, 2014. Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.
- Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S30.
2014-09-02
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Focus vehicles manufactured May 1, 2014, to May 24, 2014, 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured on June 6, 2014, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured June 4, 2014, to July 7, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack between the filter body and the filter cap, possibly resulting in low fuel pressure.
- Consequence: A reduction in fuel pressure may result in a vehicle stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S20.
2014-08-22
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Park It: 1
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 Focus and C-Max vehicles manufactured August 8, 2014, to August 15, 2014. The affected vehicles may have steering gears that were incorrectly assembled.
- Consequence: The incorrectly manufactured steering gears may cause impaired steering, including the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gears, free of charge. The recall began on November 11, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S18.
2014-08-11
- Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Escape vehicles manufactured October 5, 2011, to April 1, 2013, and equipped with 2.0 liter engines and Focus ST vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to October 14, 2013, and equipped with 2.0 liter engines. Insufficient compression in the engine wiring harness splices to the Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor may provide incorrect signals to the powertrain control module (PCM).
- Consequence: The incorrect signals could cause the vehicle to hesitate or the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the current crimped splices with new splices, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S17.
Negative 2014 Ford Focus car reviews
Positive 2014 Ford Focus car reviews
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The repeated issues with my transmission have been a major inconvenience since the beginning. Despite having a new clutch put in three times, the problem persists. It is concerning that the dealership has not been able to provide a satisfactory solution. I urge Ford to take notice of these reviews and address the transmission issues in this car. It is unacceptable for a car to roll backwards at a stop sign. As a customer, I expect a reliable and safe vehicle.
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2014 Ford Focus Review, Problems, Reliability, Value, Life ...
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2014 Ford Focus Problems: What to Look For If Buying Used - CoPilot
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2014 Ford Focus Problems | Kelley Blue Book
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How reliable is the 2014 Ford Focus? See the most common repairs performed and learn if your vehicle is at risk for major repairs in the next 12 months.
2014 Ford Focus - So many problems - EVAP System, DPS ...
https://www.focusfanatics.com/threads/2014-ford-focus-so-many-problems-evap-system-dps-transmission-now-new-pcm.826034/
Jan 28, 2022 ... The fuel tank deformation and other EVAP related system issues was the infamous EVAP purge solenoid. Ford didn't do anything for years until an ...
2014 Ford Focus SE for $7,550, good deal or no? : r/FordFocus
https://www.reddit.com/r/FordFocus/comments/wnrdah/2014_ford_focus_se_for_7550_good_deal_or_no/
Aug 13, 2022 ... 112,000 miles, no major issues as far as I can tell, new tires, no accidents. Test driving was fun and I fell in love with the handling and ...
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Are you having problems with your 2014 Ford Focus?
Douglas Hills 2025-03-26
Our automatic transmission is experiencing issues with hesitation and slipping when shifting from a stop. After consulting with the dealer, we were quoted a price of $1200.00 to install a new clutch, which unfortunately falls 500 miles outside of our warranty. We are disappointed with this situation. During our test drive, the Ford salesman assured us that all Ford Focus vehicles shift in this manner, which we now know to be untrue. We are confident that a resolution can be reached and look forward to resolving this matter in a satisfactory manner.
Giovanni Hamill 2025-03-14
This is my second time purchasing a new Ford Focus. I absolutely loved my first one, a 2011 model, which had great mileage, handled well, and was reasonably priced. I decided to trade it in for a 2014 model, which I initially thought was another reliable mid-size sedan that handled well, had great mileage, was comfortable, roomy, and looked classy. However, after driving it for about 17,000 miles, I started experiencing acceleration issues. The car would jerk and was slow to get up to speed when accelerating, which was quite scary. I even had a scary situation when I was going up a ramp in a parking garage and it felt like the car was going to lose power and roll backwards. The sputtering and jerking usually starts after driving the car for a while. I had the car inspected by a Ford Dealer and was told that I needed the clutch assembly replaced. Unfortunately, it has been over a month since then and I was informed that the clutch assembly parts have been ordered for many customers but none of the parts have been delivered by Ford. I am disappointed with the customer service and outreach as I was never contacted by Ford or received any notification regarding the transmission issues. It was only after I heard about a report on my local news and I started doing some investigation on my own. Despite all these issues, I still have no choice but to drive my car every day. However, I have to say that the complaints I've read make me very leery. I hope that Ford can address these issues soon and regain my trust as a loyal customer.
Moshe Gleason 2025-03-12
I would not recommend purchasing this car due to issues with the dual clutch transmission. Ford has been experiencing problems with this transmission for the past 5 years, yet they continue to produce it. The transmission can have difficulty shifting in and out of 1st gear, which can be frustrating. Additionally, the 2.0L engine's performance is difficult to assess due to the transmission's hesitation and clutch slipping. After driving the car for 2 years, I decided to trade it in for a Prius. Unfortunately, I only received half of what I paid for it, but I am grateful to have gotten that much. Based on my experience, I will not be purchasing a Ford again.
Lewis Grimes 2025-03-03
This is about the transmission shuddering issue. Despite the interior not having a lot of storage space, I absolutely love my car. I purchased it last May and have not even reached 10k miles. After a few months, I noticed a noise the car was making - clunking/clicking when driving/accelerating. I immediately brought it to the dealer I purchased it from and had to wait three days for them to test drive and verify my claims. Although it took a few days to fix, everything seemed well until this morning when I thought I heard the noise start up again. Not bad, but enough to make me worry. However, I am confident that the issue will be resolved during my upcoming 10k service. It is worth noting that some websites and sources have reported transmission issues with these cars. I will update this post if anything changes. If you are experiencing the same problem, do not hesitate to bring it in for repair. Rest assured that the dealership will take care of it.
Louisa Sipes 2025-01-22
When I first saw and drove the car, I instantly fell in love with it. It was cool, fun, sporty, smooth, and solid. I bought it (used) right away, thinking I just got a great deal on a great car. However, I soon noticed that the car had a really strange transmission feel. When I was test driving it, the transmission felt like a manual. I just assumed it revved high because it was a sports car. It felt sporty. But later on, after I bought the car, I started to notice some jerking when starting from a stop. With all this going on, I decided to do some research on the car and its transmission. I didn't realize it was a dual-clutch transmission (automated manual) when I bought the car. This explained the manual feel of it. After that, I went on a drive to test the transmission, and it was terrible - rough starts, jerking uphill, weird revving. I read reviews on here, and everyone says the same thing - lemon transmission. Dual clutches tend to be not as smooth as traditional manuals, but this one is just awful. I can't believe Ford would put such a terrible transmission in a car in this day and age. My advice to you is to spend the extra money and get a Mazda 3 or Corolla. Luckily, my dealer offers a 3-day return policy, so I will be sadly returning this car at once.