2016 Ford Focus structure problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2016 Ford Focus — 1% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“New clutch failing after 20000 miles about 1.5 years after factory change. Car shutters when trying to change gear. Dealership has been able to reproduce issue but doesn't want to cover it. Transmission randomly goes into neutral when driving on highway at speed. This has caused issues with…”
filed Jul 10, 2023
“While driving on the highway my 2016 ford focus stalled without warning and would not start until after having it towed. When I go to the gas station after filling the gas tank my vehicle is either hard to start or doesn't start until after waiting a while. This happens often. My check engine light…”
filed Feb 28, 2023
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Floor pan may have improperly welded left-hand apron jointsCampaign 17V052000 · Jan 24, 2017
Structure problems in other Focus years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Focus | 6 | 1% |
| 2017 Focus | 7 | 1% |
| 2015 Focus | 16 | 2% |
| 2014 Focus | 62 | 2% |
| 2013 Focus | 83 | 4% |
| 2012 Focus | 332 | 9% |
| 2011 Focus | 14 | 12% |
| 2010 Focus | 24 | 8% |
| 2009 Focus | 12 | 5% |
| 2008 Focus | 41 | 16% |
| 2007 Focus | 24 | 6% |
| 2006 Focus | 15 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Ford Focus
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.