Four problems related to ignition module have been reported for the 2012 Ford Focus. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Ford Focus based on all problems reported for the 2012 Focus.
Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the vehicle radio makes a loud static noise and that the failure been happening for a while. The contact stated that the noise started out loud noise which causes the radio and bluetooth to turn off. The contact stated that the noise progressed loud with static and was not able to concentrate while driving. The contact also stated that she would coast to the side of the road and powered off the engine but the noised will continue to occurs when the key was out of the ignition. The contact stated that she thinks the noise was coming from the speakers. The contact stated that the noise became a distraction while driving and was concerned for her safety and taken the vehicle to bommarito Ford dealer, (675 dunn rd, hazelwood, mo 63042, (314) 895-0600) and it was diagnosed that the audio control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the repair fees. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided a case number: cas-24624323. The failure mileage approximately was 80,000. Aw.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. While driving approximately 35 mph, the steering assist module warning indicator illuminated and the steering wheel seized. The contact had to turn the ignition switch off and on to be able to resume driving. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. In addition, while exiting the driveway, the vehicle jerked and lost power. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 87,025.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. Within two weeks of purchasing the vehicle, it failed to start and the key was not recognized in the ignition. Also, the 6 speed automatic transmission failed to shift appropriately and the contact had to turn the vehicle off and back on due to the failure. There was also a sudden loss of eps and the steering assist fault warning indicator flashed. The vehicle became difficult to steer intermittently. The dealer (dave knapp Ford Lincoln, 500 wagner Ave, greenville, OH 45331, (800) 717-3673) was unable to diagnose the cause of the failures. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 16v643000 (latches/locks/linkages) and two manufacturer service campaigns (transmission clutch shudder/transmission input shaft seal - 14m01, transmission control module extended coverage). The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.
The car was running fine until last week when I drove to the supermarket. After I came out and attempted to leave, the engine would not turn over. Everything works electrically (radio, lights, etc. . . ) but turning the ignition key fully did nothing. This now happens daily after the car warms up. If you turn the car off it will not start or turn over. If you let the car cool down for a couple hours it generally will start. Driving is done mainly at highway speeds and the oil level and engine temperature are fine according to dipstick and gauges. Bought a new battery in case something was wrong with it. It did not resolve the problem. Ensured the negative terminal of the battery was solidly attached to metal (not painted metal) to ensure proper grounding. Nothing helped. Dealer appointment this week. Also received "hill assist not available" warning on dash. A friend of mine who owns the same exact model and year vehicle (2012 Ford Focus) had the exact same thing happen to him. The dealer switched out their tcm (transmission control module) and this fixed their problem. Time for a recall.