Defogger Problems of Ford Focus

Ford Focus owners have reported 7 problems related to defogger (under the visibility category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford Focus based on all problems reported for the Focus.

1 Defogger problem of the 2003 Ford Focus

Failure Date: 03/13/2011

The contact owns a 2003 Ford taurus. While the vehicle was parked there was a noise in the heater vents and the heat was not working. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or a local mechanic for diagnostic testing. The approximate mileage was 121,000.

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2 Defogger problem of the 2007 Ford Focus

Failure Date: 05/11/2009

The contact owns a 2007 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the a/c heat knob broke. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the knob was repaired. However, the knob broke again. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The VIN was unavailable when the complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000. The current mileage was approximately 60,000.

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3 Defogger problem of the 2007 Ford Focus

Failure Date: 05/01/2007

The contact owns a 2007 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the defroster would not remove the dew from the window while the air conditioner was activated. The defroster would only remove the dew when the heater was activated. The dealer has not inspected the vehicle. The current mileage was 6,527 and failure mileage was 200.

4 Defogger problem of the 2006 Ford Focus

Failure Date: 08/01/2006

Windshield will not clear off with defrost on, either on cold or hot. It looks like clouds or vapor crossing the windshield when defrost is on and the windshield seems to be coated with something. Took to dealer with complaint and they said it was just the humidity.

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5 Defogger problem of the 2002 Ford Focus

Failure Date: 11/12/2002

There is a strong mildew smell when defrost is turned on. Took to dealer, dealer states that there is a bacteria producing agent in the defrost system. Dealer states all new cars are like this. Consumer has a breathing problem and this mildew smell may create a bigger problem. Ts.

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6 Defogger problem of the 2000 Ford Focus

Failure Date: 03/01/2001

Numerous problems with vehicle some of which dealers have not been able to correct and have done cosmetic damage when making repairs. Feel Ford has made a troublesome vehicle and it's support network is poorly trained in making proper repairs . No safety defect listed.

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7 Defogger problem of the 2000 Ford Focus

Failure Date: 12/01/2000

When running air conditioner or heater there's a mildew smell. Consumer took car to dealer, and dealer sprayed lysol into venting system. Dealer stated that sometimes condensation clogs up in vents, and do not drain completely. Please provide further information.


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