Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2013 Ford Focus

Table 1 shows four common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2013 Ford Focus. The number one most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (22 problems). The second most common problem is related to the door latch (21 problems).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Ford Focus


Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2013 Ford Focus

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20v331000 (latches/locks/linkages) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.   Read details...

The Door Latch problem

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the driver's side door failed to close and remained ajar because the door would not latch securely. The contact used a rope to keep the door closed while driving.   Read details...

The Trunk Lid Latch problem

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the trunk independently unlatched. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.   Read details...


Latches/locks/linkage related problems in other Ford Focus model year vehicles:



Focus Service Bulletins
Focus Safety Recalls
Focus Defect Investigations