Ford Focus owners have reported 612 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's door latch (288 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (275 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the front driver's side door failed to latch securely while closed. The contact stated that the door occasionally unintendedly opened while driving. Read details...
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20v331000 (latches/locks/linkages); however, the part to do the recall repair was denied. The contact stated that upon further inspection, the front driver’s side door failed to remain closed. Read details...
Tl the contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. On several occasions, while driving, the trunk unlocked independently. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 43,000. Read details...
Tl the contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the hatchback failed to close and lock securely. The vehicle was taken to scaffidi motors parts department (3733 stanley st, stevens point, WI 54481, (715) 344-4100) where the area around the locking mechanism was cleaned. Read details...
Tl-the contact owns a 2017 Ford Focus. The contact stated while her daughter was driving apprximately 60 mph the hood released and cracked the front windshield without warning. The driver sustained injuries to the face and neck however no medical attention was provided. Read details...