Table 1 shows one common electronic stability control related problems of the 2006 Ford Focus.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control problems |
Rainfall on/off/moderate. Tires ~5/32" tread; michelin; age? while navigating interchange from I-64w to I-81n (staunton, va) car lost traction. Several attempts to steer to inside curve shoulder resulted in violent fishtailing & total loss of control. Vehicle slid about 100 yds. In grassy ditch, flipping "1+?" times, leaving driver hanging upside down. Left temple head injury. Sternum injury under shoulder belt. Driver walked away dizzy but oriented. "reckless driving" citation issued. Car totalled. Grocery trip ended badly but driver glad to be "alive". Owner purchased auto used in 2013 seeking esc as standard equipment. Ford denied provision of same. Accident entirely preventable/unnecessary due to manufacturer neglect of key safety equipment as standard issue (electronic stabilization control. ).