2014 Ford Focus Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

Incident: October 16, 2026 · Filed: October 23, 2026

checked out car for traction control light staying doen scanned car on computer-received code U0-0100-00 ABS Computer may have to be re-programmed checked out rubbing noise in rear of car-no start and/or transmission engagement loss of power with DTCS u0100 intermittent concerns of loss of transmission engagement while driving, intermittent no start or a loss of power-parts number AE8Z-7Z369-F Transmission Control Module Kit-car has under 100,000 miles on it

Incident: October 19, 2026 · Filed: October 22, 2026

The bolt that holds the steering wheel is not tight which causes the steering wheel to wobble and eventually come off

Incident: October 15, 2026 · Filed: October 15, 2026

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the "Steering Wheel Alert Malfunction" message displayed on the instrument panel, and the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was rendered inoperable. Upon research, the contact associated the failure with Customer Satisfaction Program: 15N01 (EPAS Steering Efforts); however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 145,145.

Incident: October 5, 2026 · Filed: October 5, 2026

The vehicle has a recurring fuel-level/distance-to-empty (DTE) malfunction that has caused it to run completely out of fuel and lose motive power while the instrument cluster indicates substantial remaining range. This has occurred four times. On the first three occasions, the vehicle ran out of fuel while displaying approximately 28-30 miles DTE. On two occasions, including the most recent, the engine shut off unexpectedly in the roadway and other motorists had to help push the disabled vehicle out of traffic. During the most recent incident, the vehicle displayed approximately 35 miles DTE when the engine shut off. There was no sputtering, warning message, warning lamp, or other indication that the vehicle was actually out of fuel. I previously brought the vehicle to an independent repair facility specifically for the inaccurate fuel/DTE indication and occasional stall-like behavior. Fuel trims were checked and no obvious cause was identified. I subsequently learned that Ford Safety Recall 18S32 had been performed on this vehicle in 2021, before I owned it. That recall addressed excessive fuel-tank vacuum/possible tank deformation and identified symptoms including inaccurate fuel gauge, inaccurate DTE, and possible stalling. I then brought the vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer and repeatedly identified the inaccurate fuel/DTE condition as my primary concern, including providing it in writing. The dealer performed a PCM update under another campaign, but the fuel-level/DTE malfunction was not diagnosed or repaired. After that dealer visit, the vehicle again ran out of fuel and shut off in the roadway, this time while displaying approximately 35 miles DTE. Roadside assistance was requested. The vehicle is available for inspection. Ford has been notified and an Automotive Safety case opened. The cause remains UNKNOWN. My concern is repeated unexpected loss of motive power while the vehicle indicates usable fuel remains.

Incident: July 16, 2026 · Filed: September 28, 2026

door latch recall

Incident: July 10, 2026 · Filed: September 12, 2026

The Transmission Control Module (TCM), within the PowerShift DPS6 Automatic Transmission, failed completely on a 2014 Ford Focus (72,000 miles). The failed component is no longer physically available for inspection as it was retained by the independent service facility as a core replacement, but full repair invoices and diagnostic documentation are available. The failure caused a sudden and unpredictable loss of forward motive power, severe gear hesitation, and failure to engage drive gears while operating the vehicle. The gears would slip and it made continuous forward acceleration at the speed limit nearly impossible. This created an immediate hazard of being rear-ended and/or stranded in ongoing traffic without acceleration capability. Shortly afterwards it also completely lost the ability to reverse. The problem was formally reproduced, diagnosed, and confirmed by an independent repair facility during service. The vehicle has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance representatives. A Check Engine Light illuminated came on at approx 72,000 miles while I was running morning errands. The light came on as I started feeling some sudden rough driving after accelerating from a red light, and within 1-2 miles of driving was when the TCM started failing completely. While Ford acknowledged this systemic DPS6 defect under Customer Satisfaction Program 14M02, strict guidelines required an active diagnostic code (P090C) before approving a warranty replacement, preventing lower-mileage owners from receiving preventive service before the 10-year calendar cap expired. I was forced to pay 1,927.26 out-of-pocket for a replacement with an OEM part.

Incident: September 2, 2026 · Filed: September 9, 2026

Car has been cutting off while idleing, or at a stop light. It has also cut off while driving. It has also lost a form of power while going down the highway. The car doesn’t cut off, but pressing the gas does nothing and the rpm’s go crazy, then eventually it catches and the gas peddle works again.

Incident: September 3, 2026 · Filed: September 8, 2026

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The vehicle jerked and shuddered abnormally. Additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated and the RPM fluctuated. The contact believed that the engine was going to shut off. The contact stated that a technician arrived and the residence to perform an unknown recall repair associated with the purge valve. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the technician inspected the vehicle and took notes. The failure reoccurred. The contact was informed that the failure was possibly associated with the transmission. The contact stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure by phone. The contact stated that a recall repair was scheduled. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 27,665.

Incident: June 15, 2026 · Filed: September 3, 2026

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH and coming to a stop, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled, and the transmission was slipping with the message “Transmission Overheated - Stop Vehicle” displayed. There was an abnormal odor coming from the vehicle while stopped. The contact stated that the vehicle was restarted, shifted to neutral, and remained stopped for 10 minutes before the vehicle returned to normal operation. The failure had occurred several times. Eventually, the vehicle was unable to be started. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the clutch actuator and throw-out bearing had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 133,283.

Incident: March 18, 2026 · Filed: August 24, 2026

The transmission over heating light comes on and says stop safely or wait 5 mins you can be going down the road and it jumps out gear and want go anywhere and it very dangerous.and I want no if ford fixes the problem.