general problems of the 2013 Ford Focus - part 2

My power steering wont work at all. I just barely got the car and had it for 3 weeks and this happened. I was literally driving when this happened and now Ford wants to charge me $2200 that I cannot afford right now.

I was driving down a city street and an engine light appeared and instantly power steering stopped while I was in motion. I had to slowly drive the car back to the house which was 10 mins away and park it which obviously was not easy considering the circumstances. Ford stated that there were no recalls on electrical or power steering for this model but I have seen that some other models have had electrical issues and its concerning. Luckily, I was the only person in the car and my children were not present. I am also thankful I was not on the interstate when this occurred as this could have been a potentially dangerous situation. This occurred yesterday, 8/26/2020 in indianapolis, in.

Driver side window repaired ones and brocke again. 2 times transmission problems and had the cluch replaced. And driver side door rubber seal keeps falling off.

My car is constantly having electrical issues the radio will cut off in the middle of playing it won't turn back on my car literally hass to be turned off for a certain amount of time before the radio will come back on at all and then it disconnects and makes a loud popping sound like somethings going to catch on fire in the car won't even be on nor will the key be in the ignition I feel that it is very unsafe due to the fact that that kind of annoys is a big distraction and could cause an accident. Also while driving my car has hesitated a number of times while at a stoplight or in the rain or while I'm trying to make a turn or when I'm taking off it doesn't matter it's like it doesn't get enough gas or it has problems switching with the rpms and this is a constant problem this is not just one or two times this is since I have owned this vehicle and it's a little bit ridiculous considering this car has a five star rating definitely not a five star rating car considering how many times I've been stuck out in the middle of traffic and almost gotten into car accidents because of this cari would really like for this to be investigated quickly this is a liability to anyone who owns this year make and model of car.

Power to dashboard went off, no exterior lights including head lights, tail lights, brake lights, flashers, speedometer, directional s. The only thing that worked was the ac. Car was stationary. This is the second time this occurred. If this had happened while driving, it could have created a hazardous situation for me and other motorists.

Car jerks during acceleration, cpu was updated at Ford dealership but jerking is persistent, transmission overheating signal appeared, check engine signal appeared, car reverse gear faulty. All happened while car was in motion in a busy street. After car showed the transmission overheating signal it shut down and I was close to getting hit by another car from the rear end as it shut down simultaneously. Called towing service right after because car would no longer drive when on gear.

When the car is in park or I'm driving on the road. The radio will abruptly go out, with a loud noise. Then it's silent, and abruptly you hear popping and loud static noises. It is a road hazard, because this loud static noice comes and goes; and when it happens it makes you jump. It take you Focus off the road, because you're trying to turn the radio down or off, but it's already off and nothing working. So you wait for it to stop. I did take my car into a dealership and had it inspected, they said it was the whole front component (radio/ ac) cost about $650. There's no way of just disconnecting just the radio, because it's also wired with some dash lights and the ac. There are also many other people struggling with this problem.

Tl- the contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph when the vehicle suddenly stalled and lost power. The contact had to get the vehicle to the side of the road. The contact had to jumpstart the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated, as well as, the information warning light. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who was unable to diagnose the vehicle. The contact then took the vehicle to the dealership (capitol city Ford address: 8623 e washington st, indianapolis, in 46219 phone: (317) 898-0700) who informed the contact that the wire harness shifted and crushed other wires within the vehicle. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in any recall. The vehicle was not repaired as of yet. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue who referred the contact to NHTSA to file a complaint. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. Gl.

Ok so for one, the screen (I think it's called the cluster) in between my odometer and my speedometer has officially gone all the way out. One day last week it started to have lines going through it and then all of the images went away but I could still see a back light, it just wasn't telling me any information. It stayed like that for two or three days and then it started flashing like a strobe light. It did that for a couple of days and then it went all the way out for like a day and then it started flashing again but it's out now. Well now the screen is connected to the radio is starting to do the same thing and I don't have to be driving down the road for it to do it. Sometimes when I crank my car it's already doing it but sometimes when I am driving my car it'll switch to whatever it wants to do next. I hope that makes sense, that's just the best I know how to explain it. Why is this happening?? has this happened to anyone else? I get migraines and I can't be driving with a strobe light happening like right in front of my face, ya know? like, that's a migraine trigger. This isn't cool. . In the picture that I submitted it's a radio screen in the first phase of what happened to my other screen above the steering wheel and the date selected is the date in which other screen started this whole process of whatever it did.

I bought a 2013 Focus st in February 2020. It was having stalling issues reportedly due to a wire harness TSB/recall car was taken in to have recall repair done. Took the vehicle in to corwin Ford in nampa idaho after two weeks of them having the car they could not figure out what was wrong and told me the car was fine. I test drove it and it drove better than before they stated they did nothing so I left. The second I turn out of the dealership it stalls so I took it back and let them know it's still stalling a tech came and looked and verified something was wrong with the car. I finally researched and came across that TSB so I called and left a voicemail advising them to check the harness. Well it turned out to be the splices not being done correctly the first time. I was charged and accused of trying to foot the bill for telling them it should be covered under a recall remedy or recall warranty. . .

The vehicle displays "stop safely now" and all electrical systems shut off immediately. Not able to start the car nor charge the main hv battery. Ford service at certified Ford dealer reprogrammed some of the modules but that did not fix the problem.

My radio has very high static and I cannot use my phone system. My fuel gauge is not reading properly. My car just shuts off while I am driving it. When I pull off the engine stalls. These issues have been on going every since I owned the car. It is a complete lemon.

2013 Focus hatch with manual transmission. Bought the vehicle with 69k miles, currently has just over 100k. Great vehicle, very happy with it for the most part. Haven't had any issues since purchase. Ford recall number 16c13 for the reprogramming of the body control module to require 2 presses of the trunk release to open the hatch on manual transmission vehicles has been reported as completed on my vehicle in January of 2017. However my vehicle still only requires one press of the button to open the hatch. Something that I have done inadvertently several times while driving when attempting to turn on the fog lamps. I contacted the dealer that reportedly completed the recall (sioux falls Ford Lincoln, sioux falls, south dakota), and Ford. Both of whom told me the recall has been completed and there's nothing they can do about it without bringing the vehicle in and paying for a service. I replaced the battery in the vehicle shortly after buying it. Not sure if the body control module lost the programming, or if the recall was never completed. At any rate it doesn't affect the overall performance of the vehicle, have not experienced any issues with the hatch coming open while driving, only unlatching. I have not looked any further into the issue than this, just wanted to put my experience out there.

With no cause or warning, the instrument panel notified me that "hill assist is unavailable". Also, when stationary, there appears to be no power steering when attempting to turn left. This problem stops when rolling forward or reverse. After moving, the problem does not reoccur (stop signs, stop lights, etc). It does, however, occur again when the ignition is turned off, then back on. Both of these problems began at the same time.

My battery unexpectedly died. Upon further diagnostics my battery is charge and is fine. Car code reader indicates tcm power level low. My vehicle was stationary in a parking lot where I recieved a jump.

Car stalled on 99 highway without any warning losing all power and unable to restart. Towed to dealership and was informed tank was now deformed due to the vapor system lock of the cpv safety recall notice 18s32 technicians have sent pictures that they are in possession of and said they could not give us copies of but allowed us to see and showed us the technicians recommendations for tank to also be replaced along with the cpv . Ford customer service centers have not returned phone calls after being informed of our concerns and state specs due not met there requirement so therefor are refusing to pay for tank to be replaced . Although the specialist states different.

The car, started jerking really hard. It was not shifting well, then not at all, it slung me into traffic even with my brakes pressed. The car began to just idle almost as if in neutral then it said warning transmission hot.

The car is overheated after 5 minutes of ignition, the engine stopped when the car was running and then the check engine light came on.

Vehicle transmission stuttering while driving. Ac is out. Multiple electric issues.

My key is stuck in the ignition and will not release on my 2016 GMC acadia. The battery had to be replaced because it was completely draining my electrical system. It has been determined that my car is not recognizing it is in park to release the key. The floor shifter needs to be replaced according to my GMC dealership. This is extremely dangerous as the car could drift at any time, not to mention the strain on the battery.

Tl the contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. While driving 10 mph and/or making turns, the vehicle spontaneously accelerated and stalled. The vehicle was able to restart. Additionally, the air conditioner and radio turned on by themselves without warning. The vehicle was taken to arlington heights Ford (801 w dundee rd, arlington heights, IL 60004, (888) 481-8607), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 52,269.

Transmission system on dash doesn't recognize car is in park or any changes in gear. It refuses to start (or even crank).

We had transmission clutches replaced through recall. This did not fix problem. While driving, car will start flashing transmission error, hill assist error, breaking error , etc. . Then the car will stall. We have taken it to dealer 3 times now. This has happened on busy city streets and highway.

One day while filling car up. . I noticed a few drops of gas on the ground afterwards. Today I wanted to add $8 to my gas tank. The moment I started pumping the gas started coming out. I tried a few times to continue but I kept coming out.

Since ive purchased my Ford Focus back in 2013 I have taken the car back to Ford dealership on numerous occasions in relation to the faulty transmission and electrical issues. On my 5th attempt my transmission was replaced. This was around the end of 2017 to 2018. On may 2nd 2019 I was driving to work and as soon as I turned on the car the windsheild wipers started to go off and for some reason I could not turn them off. Once I arrived onto my work campus I turned the cornee to park my car. . . When all of a sudden my car flashed an error message on my dash stating the following, " transmission failure repair now". I calmly parked the car and within seconds of turning off the car I see smoke and then flames from the bottom of my engine hood. I quickly exited the car abd the flames got bigger and bigger. The fire department was called and the had to smash the back window due to the flames that had over taken the front of the car. Unfortunetly my car is not a total loss. I was at the end of my contract agreement with Ford and inly having to pay 6400 left on my loan. Ive called their customer service to complain and see what can be done and was told I would get a letter in 2 weeks by their legal council. This has caused me to delay my entry into nursing school since now I have to work to handle the car the new car I just had to buy. I need transportation for work and Ford took that from me. Ive now seeked out a lawyer to see what can be done. With all the times I asked for help and I ended up seeing my car go up in smoke. Im just so thankful I was able to get out iof the car in time. But believe me im still shaken and this has caused me to never buy Ford again.

Radio will cut out and then sound like wires are sizzling and wont play. The vehicle is in motion. And even when its turned of the sizzling sound is still there.

My stereo has decided to terrorize me with loud popping, crackling, and white noise. In the beginning my stereo would make a loud pop and then not emit any sound. The display would work, and I could change the stations, inputs, and volume, but no noise would come out of the speakers. I would simply turn the car off and back on and the problem would be resolved. Since, this gremlin has transformed into a creature off a "predator" movie. Now when I start my car, the music may play for a couple seconds and then the loud popping takes over. Whether the volume is on "1" or "10" the noise is just as loud and startling. I would simply turn off the power to the stereo, but this did not seem to alleviate anything. Although not as consistent, the noise seems to intermittently come even if the car is turned off and the key not in the ignition. � as stated, this noise is very loud and startling. It startled me enough that I accidentally jerked the wheel out of reflex while driving down the highway yesterday. Music is a luxury, but having the crap scared out of you by your own car while driving is a giant safety issue!!�.

The transmission has been slipping badly but warranty is only 100k miles and car has 105k so Ford dealer says I have to pay repairs. This is a know issue. Dashboard display is damage and shows no information - millage - and can not pass emission testing since can not determine millage. Dealer want $800. Vehicle just shut-off in middle of driving - very scary - disconnect and connect battery and worked but scary and dangerous. All these three issues -transmission, display & shutting off- should be a recall because car can not be use.

Less than 24 hrs ago I started Focus and the dashboard that tells me how much fuel, and how fast I'm going didn't work pulled over turned it off and back on and is still not working. Went to change fuses and that didn't fix the issue. Talked to local repair shop who has seen the issue and says it control module and that the piece is connected to security system and that something would have to be rebuilt. Called Ford home office 800 number and was no help.

Vehicle has repeatedly had transmission issues coming in a variety of forms. At times I will be unable to accelerate, with my pedal to the floor, while the car seems to 'coast' and with no explanation. Other times I have had the vehicle's alert lights come on with a warning the transmission has overheated and to pull over 'immediately. ' this is difficult to do when on a 55 mph zone or on the highway; the inability to accelerate has led to multiple incidences pulling into traffic or attempting to merge where vehicles have had to swerve or stop because I am in their way. In daily driving, there is a constant shudder that makes me believe the vehicle will fail at any moment. This vehicle was the daily driver of my wife and we were forced to lease another vehicle because she did not feel safe. It has been in for a multitude of repairs and requires more. However, no dealership is able to schedule an appointment or provide a loaner, even though it is supposed to be a covered repair. I exceeded my warranty to have it entirely covered simply because no dealer could schedule me. The problems began in 2013 and have persisted since, to this date. The most recent safety-related matter occurred on a winding two lane road a month ago where there was nowhere to pull over safely and the car threatened to shut down due to the transmission overheating.

Ford dealer in melbourne, florida refuses to perform recall work. Took the car in--it failed inspection. The manager refused to order parts or work on the vehicle and told me the mechanic was on vacation. I went back again to have the other recall items worked on, the manager said it was still a "no go," and I'd have to wait two months to get my unsafe car looked at. . .

Instrument panel went out, unable to tell how fast your going or if lights are on, or blinkers. Unable to determine mileage of vehicle.

2013 Ford Focus se. The dealership will not perform the recall. --my vehicle is subject to multiple items, according to the VIN report. I don't know what to do. . .

My radio in my car does not work but before that it started popping snd crackling really loud with the ignition on or off moving down the road or stopped. Whenever it wanted to it did it. It was so loud it would scared me to the point I would jump and almost go off the road. But now it just doesn't work. I've looked into it and a lot of people report this problem but nothings been done about it and I feel somebody safety is in jeopardy.

Car is driven in moderate raining conditions in va. Suddenly while maneuvering in a walmart parking lot a fault �engine faul service car now� showed up on the dashboard screen. Didn't feel anything different at first and continued driving back home. About 2 miles later in the middle of route 28 the car lost acceleration and completely stalled in the middle of the highway. Was able to maneuver it on the shoulder before car completely stopped. Restarted engine but same error showed up and car only moved a meter before stalling again. Had it towed to Ford chantilly va. Dealer called a few days later and stated it's a 800usd repair on a electrical harness issue. It is the same electrical harness recall that Ford released but only for the Ford Focus st models and not se. This is the 2nd time this year that I've brought the car back to the dealer for major performance issues. The first one is covered by the transmission pcm recall. For a 2013 model that is barely being used (car has only 35k mileage) this is unaccepatable. Btw car also has an issue on the driver side power window (doesn't go down) but I have not requested them to fix them yet.