Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. While driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle shuttered while accelerating. Additionally, when the key was removed from the ignition, the vehicle continued to run and failed to shut off. In addition, the gear shifter failed to move out of gear. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (titus-will ford, 3606 s sprague ave, tacoma, wa 98409, 888‑600‑9734), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified and provided case number: [xxx]. No further assistance was provided. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 28,558. *tt information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. While the vehicle was idling at a red light, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the failure recurred on several occasions. In addition, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road until it started slowing down and stopped operating. The vehicle was turned off and was able to restart. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The contact called pundmann ford (2727 w clay st, st charles, mo 63301, (636) 946-6611) and the vehicle was awaiting diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. While accelerating from the idle position, the vehicle hesitated and lost power without warning. The vehicle was taken to suburban ford of sterling heights (40333 van dyke ave., sterling heights, mi 48313, 586‑434‑0943) where it was diagnosed that the clutch and seal needed to be replaced, and the vehicle needed to be reprogrammed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 64,000.
On thursday august 2, 2018 around 8:30. The wires in the dash board caught on fire. The card began to fill with smoke. I could smell the burning and I wasn't sure of what was happening. I could hear a spark sound and I could tell that the wires where burning. This was an extremely dangerous situation, the entire car might have caught on fire , if my boyfriend didn't come and contain the fire.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. The contact stated that the engine warning indicator flashed and remained illuminated as the failure progressed. The vehicle jerked and decelerated to a low rate of speed each time the indicator flashed. The dealer (landers ford, 2082 w poplar ave, collierville, tn 38017, (901) 854-3600) provided a software update to the computer; however, the failure recurred. The contact planned on taking the vehicle to a second dealer (jack schmitt ford, 1820 vandalia st, collinsville, il 62234, (618) 477-8126) for further diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure numerous times, but offered no assistance. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.
Transmission shudder then driving on highway low oil light came on randomly happened before took to shop and said the rear main seal went out which caused oil to leak into transmission and making the clutch slip
At highway speed when it is warm outside with no warning from the vehicle power will be reduced to the point that speed can not be maintaned.I have to drive well under the speed limit with my hazard lights on until I can find a safe place to park and restart the car.once restarted I can continue on a normal speed.
After filling up the tank with gas, the vehicle stutters and feels like it's jumping when I am at a stop light and start to go. The gas gauge goes up while I am driving and the vehicle runs out of gas randomly. I was parked at my house and it wouldn't crank when I ran out of gas the 1st time (about three weeks ago) and the 2nd time (6/6/2018), I was on the interstate and the vehicle died due to no gas, yet the gauge was not on empty. Fortunately I was able to get off the side of the road and call roadside assistance. The vehicle is now at at ford service repair shop and I am waiting to hear from them but the service repairman said this is a common problem, that he had the same vehicle in the week before with this same issue. Last friday, I had a customer service representative with a ford dealership tell me this is a common problem that occurs in this vehicle. Obviously running out of gas randomly is very dangerous. There needs to be a recall on this immediately to save lives. Ford needs to take responsibility for this manufacturing defect.
I understand that there is a powershift recall on all 2013 ford focus cars with automatic transmission. My car falls under that recall and I want this taken care of . I plan on retaining an attorney so I can get something done about the fact that I am driving and paying on a defective car. I was driving down a steep hill and a warning about my transmission running hot came on, I had just called my mechanic to check why my engine light had come on, and had to get the car towed to the shop. He checked and told me that it was due to the powershift recall, and that ford plant should make the necessary repairs, they will also claim that in court if necessary.
Auto stop working and sudenly shift off un highways with unknown rasons or cause. This is exprience at lease 2 or 3 times daily. Several warning lights comes on. Then you need to stop and restart. This is dangerous when it happens in highways.
I was driving the car started on fire 39mins after I started the vehicle . The car was in motion and I had an engine fire
I bought this car brand new in 2013. On 5/16/2018 I was driving down the road during rush hour in the left lane of traffic when all of a sudden the I get a notification that says "engine fault service now". Then the engine cuts off in the middle of a busy road. The person behind me almost smashed into me but swerved at the last second and cut a car off in the lane next to me. I tried to turn the car off and then on, but it wouldn't start. It was sooo dangerous to be stuck on the road not able to do anything. I had to call the police to set up flares behind me. I have been reading blogs and I am not the only person this has happened to.
The car is stalling when accelerating which seems to be a common complaint from this year focus owners. I took the vehicle to a transmission shop but they too were unable to diagnose. Some of the reading is showing there is an electrical connection issue which is causing this.
While driving at speed the car will shut off without warning. There is a recall for the wiring harnesses for other ford focuses with the same issue but mine is not covered under that recall. The engine shutting off while driving has caused me to almost be hit several times and is a safety concern.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, the check engine and oil warning indicators illuminated as the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that this was the second time the failure occurred. The contact coasted to a parking lot and waited approximately three hours before restarting the vehicle at that time the vehicle started normally. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for a diagnosis or repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000.
Ford focus shuts off when you press the brakes. It cranks back up fine but whenever you pull off and stop or try to slow down the car will shut down. It is happening constantly now.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. On several occasions, while driving at undisclosed speeds, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the vehicle vibrated abnormally and the passenger side motor mount was replaced several months ago, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to butch ostalet ford lincoln (9274 us 49, gulfport, ms 39503, (228) 863-5525) where it was diagnosed that the clutch was slipping. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that the warranty period had expired and no additional assistance would be provided. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
While traveling on a surface street, at approximately 50 MPH the engine decelerated very quickly. The dash instrumentation showed "engine fault service now!" the engine was sputtering and shaking as I attempted to accelerate to get over to the shoulder. I did get over safely. My wife and I were very badly shaken. After about 5 minutes I regained my composure enough to try to restart the car. It took about 3 tries to restart. The instruments were back to normal except the check engine light was on. I drove home without incident and turned the car off. A half hour later I tried to start the car and it did it again. The car has been towed to a repair shop. My wife is now afraid to drive this car. We live in arizona. The speed limit is 65 MPH. The average speed of cars on the highway is 75 MPH just to keep up with the flow of traffic. Not if, but when this happens to a driver travelling at 65 to 70 MPH there will be costly repercussions and hopefully no loss of life, but life changing injuries. This car is a death trap. I also have filed a claim in the ongoing ford transmission settlement, vargas v. Ford motor co., case. No. 2:12-cv-08388-ab-ffm. I am sure that you are aware of this case. This car needs to be taken off our streets and highways. I know you will do your due diligence and please, sooner rather than later. I will have documentation when my car has been repaired, so feel free to contact me. When
Engine tends to falter when accelerating. Engine tends to hesitate. Shuddering and vibration regardless of whether on city street or highway.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. While stationary and driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning upon acceleration. In addition, the rear passenger door latch became unlatched and the door opened. Furthermore, the vehicle's transmission failed due to the inability to shift to second gear properly. Bertwolfe ford in charleston, west virginia was made aware of the series of failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 20,000.
I purchased the certified pre-owned ford in 2014 and in 2016 had to it in for service on a clutch asy- sensor turbi issue. After a few weeks the vehicle was returned. The aforementioned happened again and was taken in for the 2nd time for the clutch asy-sensor turbi issue. On 11/17/2017 it was diagnosed with the same issues for the 3rd time, this time I was told its out of warranty. I explained that the vehicle had this issues two prior times and the clutch system was defective. I was then told to take the matter up with corporate. I also located a class action lawsuit against ford for the same issues am facing. Please help hold ford responsible for installing defective clutch systems in their vehicles.
I have a check engine light that is on found out its a evap leak gas gauge not working ran out of gas can not put gas on gas tank with a gas can if I try it pours out the bottom when I start vehicle it shudders and wants to die out on me lack of power when I press on the gas pedal and ticking sound in engine also door latch on passenger back door does not unlock unless I push the button unlock 2 or 3 times
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. Ever since the vehicle was initially purchased, there was a safety concern with the clutch. The contact stated that the clutch assembly shuttered and affected the condition of the vehicle. Years later, the dealer (pat milliken ford, 9600 telegraph rd, redford charter twp, mi 48239, (313) 731-6436) repaired the vehicle per an unknown recall. Months later, the failure recurred. In addition, after completing an unknown manufacturer recall concerning the door locks, the horn, key fob, and electronic locks failed to function. The contact was not experiencing the electrical failures prior to the dealer's repairs. The contact was concerned that the recall remedy caused multiple electrical failures. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was not available. *bf
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. While depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle jerked and hesitated to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (tallahassee ford in tallahassee, fl) where it was diagnosed that the canister purge valve and air mass sensor were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure continued. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 75,000.
This car excelarated on my wife jumped a curb and she ended up on a steep embankment in a pile of landscaping rocks.knocked a hole in oilpan and damaged airconditioner and compressor.it also jumps out of gear going down the highway.happened 2 times the vehicle wason the highway and jumped out of gear,you have to come to a compleete stop turn engine off restart and put it back in gear
I was driving home on the I- 5 san diego, ca and my car completely lost power. The check engine light started flashing. After I turned the car off for about five minutes, I drove it once again and it seemed to be normal and the check engine light was no longer flashing. Then, after a week it happened again, the car died on the highway.
I have read many recalls on the wiring issue of the 2013 ford focus st model with it stalling out due to faulty wiring. My 2013 ford focus se is doing the exact same thing putting my daughter's life at risk every time she gets in it as well as my own and wray ford in shreveport la says sorry cant help you...it's not on the recall since its not an st and you will have to pay for the repairs. This is garbage ford is not standing behind their product and I am the little guy. This is the second recall for this issue and the se is not being taken care of with the identical issue. Runs fine when driving, but when at a light or stop sign, it shakes, gauges go crazy and then shuts off. I just bought this car and of course when I got it home that's when the issues started. Purchased as is no warranty and of course was not told of the issues but only that I should call to see if there are any recalls. Help! Funny thing is that it stalled on me at the red light turning into wray ford in shreveport.
Transmission lags, shifts rough, jerks, and hesitates especially when pulling from a light or turning into enter roadway. Defective transmission clutch. Recent class action suites settled on this with ford co. No recall at this time. I had purchased this car from the dealer in 2014. I have had to visit the dealership maintain 6 times. It has had transmission control module was adjusted and then replaced. Also, the transmission clutch adjustment and then replaced. These attempts only work temporarily. The dealer treats me like I am making this up, however, there is plenty of information available online with regard to this issue. There was a recent (march 27, 2017) class action suit settled in california for this exact problem. I have all of my documentation for the maintenance of the vehicle. The manufacture has admitted to the issue and extended my warranty on the transmission, however, that is not sufficient as it will continue to have this problem and I have lost significant use, value, and time related to maintaining the car to function properly.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. While the contact's daughter was driving 70 MPH, the driver heard a loud scraping sound from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to north brothers ford (33300 ford rd, westland, mi 48185) where it was diagnosed that the muffler detached from the rest of the vehicle and was dragging on the road. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and stated that they would not assist because the vehicle was no longer under warranty. The approximate failure mileage was 19,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford focus. While driving various speeds, the vehicle jerked while the accelerator pedal was depressed. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but the cause of the failure could not be diagnosed. The dealer stated that the vehicle was designed in that manner. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown.
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