2013 Ford Focus: misfire or rough idle

Filed Oct 18, 2024 · Electrical, Engine · SC

P0236 , p0238, p007d, p0456, charged air sensor A fault, boost sensor range/performance fault, and other faults , crank car engine service now pops up everytime, clear codes pops rite back up, car stumbles ,misfires , no boost, no throttle shuts off . Only had this car a week . Performed wire splice and anything I saw that I could do to fix this . No help making payments on a car I can't drive is very frustrating. Replaced sensors. These faults pop up within 2 seconds of clearing codes and starting vehicle everytime.

Filed Jun 7, 2024 · Fuel system, Transmission · OH

I have had multiple instance of losing power with my car, I completed Customer Satisfaction Program 14M02 and the known issue was not solved. I then went to a mechanic to have a diagnostic test performed due to the check engine light being on and they concluded that the issue was the Canister Purge Valve as well as possibly the Charcoal Canister due to the CPV malfunctioning. Other than losing power within my car the other associated problems, as confirmed by mechanic, are rough idling, difficulty starting, decreased fuel economy, and increased emissions.

Filed Jan 18, 2023 · Engine, Transmission · 113,659 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated and flashing. While driving at an unknown speed, the engine misfired and the vehicle was chugging. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the powertrain control module (PCM) needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no additional assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 113,659.

Filed Sep 11, 2020 · Transmission · 74,000 miles · CO

There is a shudder on take off and vibration while accelerating - 2013 ford focus. 2013 ford focus to vibrate upon acceleration. From your description, it describing an engine misfire. Misfires can be caused by many issues, but the most common are spark plugs, coil, fuel pump, fuel injectors, maf sensor, vacuum leaks, or a wiring harness fault.

Filed May 11, 2020 · Fuel system · 97,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a misfire and sputtered. Additionally, the contact stated that after refueling, the vehicle occasionally stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to quick lane at saw grass ford located at 14501 west sunrise blvd, sunrise fl 33323, where the mechanic performed a software update under the federal safety agency campaign number: 19v515000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer where an additional unknown software update was performed but failed to fix the failure. The contact indicated that the fuel tank was damaged however, the fuel tank was not replaced as stated in the federal safety agency campaign. The contact stated that the vehicle also received a fuel system cleaning and a fuel induction injection however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 97,000.

Filed Jul 30, 2019 · Driver assistance, Transmission · OH

We had had this car in at least 6 times for issues with the transmission. The last visit was 2 weeks ago when the car would not start. There is also a warning light that is constantly on. They told us it has to do with a sensor by where the gas is put into the car but they don't seem to be able to fix the problem or turn off the warning light. The car still stutters and runs rough after many complaints. Mostly when first accelerating after a stop. Also clunks when turning.

Filed May 23, 2019 · Fuel system · 65,000 miles · IL

First sign of an issue was the check engine light illuminating in october of 2018. Shortly after the engine randomly started losing power and shutting down completely at random intervals. It could either be while driving or sitting at a stop light. I go to accelerate and notice the engine has shut off. The car will frequently behave as if it has reduced power when pushing the accelerator pedal. The rpms of the car will also randomly fluctuate as the car is struggling to get enough fuel to keep it running which also brings a very rough idle. The rpms do not climb as quickly and the engine has a low rumble to it sounding like it is struggling. This is also accompanied by what sounds like backfires coming from the exhaust. When refueling and putting the gas pump into the car there is a large high pressure release from the gas tank. Upon trying to restart the car the starter motor has to spin for an extra 5 seconds or so until the engine turns on. When it does turn on it sputters and struggles to get to a stable idle RPM.

Filed Nov 14, 2018 · Transmission · 131,000 miles · OH

When accelerating from a stop sign/ light, the car shakes violently. I've had the car in the shop multiple times where the information on the bill states "clutch misfire". The fix is temporary, lasting a month or two, and then the problem is back. I've had the car for two years and this has been a reoccurring problem.

Filed Sep 4, 2018 · Fuel system · 130,000 miles · TN

Vehicle runs rough and stalls at idle and low speeds. Dealership states that fuel tank is collapsing due to defective purge valve.

Filed May 28, 2018 · Fuel system · 165,000 miles · VA

The car is stalling and has a rough idle. Within 2 weeks my car stalled and then shut down while driving 55 MPH on the highway and would not restart or stay on once I got it pulled over to side of the road. I was lucky that there was no one directly behind me on the road otherwise it would have been a really bad disaster. Gas mileage said I had over 100 miles to empty. Paid to get it towed twice and when taken to the mechanic he turned it on (after 2 hours) and the car showed empty 0 miles/fuel. He put a few dollars in gas and it ran just fine. Since then I cannot trust the fuel reading of mileage. Ford dealer says there is no recall on fuel system but they are happy to do a diagnosis for over $100 and then they can tell me whats wrong with it. Not an affordable solution at this time other than to put gas in it after I drive every 50 miles. South boston, va

Filed Nov 30, 2017 · Electrical, Fuel system · 86,000 miles · FL

We had he check engine light come. A check of the code showed a fuel delivery system problem. We also noticed that when trying to fuel the vehicle when placing the fuel nozzle into the fuel fill a rush of air would escape. After fueling the car would not start. Once we get the car started it would run rough for several miles. Also, the fuel gauge was wrong. The fuel gauge would show 1/2 tank but we ran out of gas. The mechanic had to replace the fuel tank, our mechanic had to replace the fuel tank, purge valve and associated hoses, fuel pump. Also, another problem arose with the instrument cluster. All of the gauges including the radio went blank and would not function. The mechanic had to disconnect the battery and reset the computer for the instruments and radio to begin working again.

Filed Jul 22, 2017 · Electrical, Fuel system · 72,000 miles · FL

Car won't start after refueling.... Takes several attempts to crank before barely firing up, random rough idle and rpms will drop and the car will stall for no reason. All problems with idle will come and go, it will run fine for a bit, then the idle problem will come back. The problem cranking the ca rafter putting gas in is every time I get gas.