Suspension Problems of Ford Focus - part 2

Takata recall I just bought this car in 03-08-19 I notice the car wheels, transmission shakes its like it didn't want to go when you hit the gas. I thought maybe its out of liniment but something is not right. In motion in city and highway, turning. I have not taken to dealer ship I saw that they are some recall on this car. If so what next do I?.

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Takara recall my car is shifting weird the evap canister for fuel is clicking and my car is getting bad mpg my car clunks when going over bumps the front end clicks when you turn and feels like something might break I dont think the electrical system is working rite.

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I have had the motor and transmission mounts replaced twice in the last two years on this vehicle. I was told to report it as that should never happen.

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At speed of 40+mph and uneven highway or when encountering a manhole cover the rear of the car sways and shimmies left to right in an extreme manner. Noticed much worse with new tires that grip well. Have had it inspected by a professional who says all vital parts look okay. 4 wheel alignment did not remedy. I see references to a design issue with the upper control members that make it impossible to reach a correct camber setting. I don't trust much on the internet though, and would like NHTSA guidance or further information. Thanks for any help you can provide, I appreciate it.

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Takata driving on city street and my car jerked and exceller rated on its own causing me to pull over.

I started engine today and got notification that "steering assist" needs attention. I just recently took my car to dealer for recalls on door latches, windshield wiper motor, and transmission. They kept it 2 weeks and I had to pay $393. 00 for repair of broken motor mount and wiring diagnostic because linkage to computer failed due to short. I have attached the dealer invoice for these services. On seeing problem with power steering assist I looked on internet and see that Ford has issued recalls for motor mounts,steering assist problems, and faulty wiring issues on other Ford models but not for the Focus. I have not received recall info for the motor mount, steering assist problem, or wiring issues for my Focus. Should they not be required to do so if they have issued recalls for other Ford products with the same issues?.

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Still waiting for settlement recall transmission related problem not being repaired right I was it manufactured if it was not covered by insurance.

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Skids to side and spins on wet road even if the tires are good even at 30mph. Too much side ways shift on little bumpy roads.

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While driving at highway speeds in even mild wind or turbulent air from traffic the car has a loss of stability. The car was purchased in winter and as soon as conditions improved for highway speed to resume we found out. We do not feel the car should not be used for highway driving. When getting off the highway intermittently a vibration occurs as well as when traveling at 50mph occasionally feeling a drive line vibration feels like it comes from the right front wheel. So far the car has been to 2 dealers and they both acknowledge the issues and then say that this is proper that when driving a new Focus from their lots they are the same.

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The transmission slips or stops sudden when driving and is not smooth when stopping . Its hard to control the brake too. Makes noise.

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Engine tends to falter when accelerating. Engine tends to hesitate. Shuddering and vibration regardless of whether on city street or highway.

Since I have had this vehicle, the message " steering assist fault" for my electronic steering has been popping up in the dash screen since as far back as 2016 when there were recalls on the Ford fusion. However, a simple fix would be to turn off the engine and restart the vehicle, and it was go away, only to return a few weeks, or a month later. I repeated the same steps. Now, it has gone out completely, a few months ago. Back then, they told me it would cost about $800, now they are saying $2500. It has occurred various times going back to 2016 until currently, which it is out. Keep in mind, this message has appeared since 2016 and I believe I have contacted you all, who told me that only the Ford fusion, which has the same exact electrical steering system, went out and that the recall only covered the Ford fusions models.

Lower arm w/balls and joints x 2 motor mount check engine light for p0420 catalyst and clutch and transmission jerking and hesitation and radio not working and I called 1800 number to Ford and at this time could not help me and woman stated she reported to NHTSA #cas13448516 and also stated to call dealership which is balise ready credit in springfield mass.

The bottom of my subframe is completely rusted out. I called Ford dealer and they told me it is because of the area I live in the vehicle has 151239 miles.

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The vehicle handles horribly on wet and/or icy roads. When stopped at a traffic light or sign at even a very slight incline the tires have trouble getting traction. This is the worst vehicle for wet/icy roads I've ever driven. It is also the first, and most likely the last, Ford I will own.

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Fsa title: transmission control module extended warranty coverage field service action number: 14m02.

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Focus. While driving 65 mph, the contact drove over a bridge expansion joint and the vehicle fishtailed. The contact stated that the vehicle became almost uncontrollable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the rear shocks needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 127,000.

The speed control stuck for a few and the doors always locks and will not open its a safe hazzrad and the car bounces all the time.

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Check engine light is constantly on and the engine leaks oil. The transmission does not change gears, shudders excessively and lacks power going uphill.

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. When the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle shook violently without warning. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the vehicle was operating normally. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000.

Rear sub frame crossmember rusted away and broken causing rear of car to bang and twist while driving.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the engine rpms fluctuated and there was an abnormal noise coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure occurred on two occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it diagnosed that the tcm and pcm needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 15v813000 (electrical system) however the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.

The contact owns 2000 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while having maintenance performed, the contact was made aware that the coil springs had fractured. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician verified the failure and determined that both coil springs needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 112,604.

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Heard noise in steering and tires took car to be checked out was nothing wrong that is how it sounds and drives. This was 2 months after getting the car. In March 2016 turning a curve car steering got hard and locked up hit curve busted axlle and steering component. Replaced axle thought that was all. Then had car taken to Ford I was then informed of $3000. 00 in damages and labor to fix it. I did not proceed to getting fixed . The service manager proceeded to throw the keys at me and got pissed because I wouldn't get car fixed right then. I found out about the issues on the internet looking into the car parts and any issues with the car. The car was in motion.

My vehicle lost all power in regards to acceleration and deceleration on the freeway at the speed of around 40-45 mph. I had to coast over two lanes and almost got rear-ended. The rpm would rev up but no power. Restarted car and problem went away. Next day had tcm flashed as part of recall. Two days later had the same issue only going 60-65 on freeway. Transmission went haywire and had to coast over and almost got rear-ended again. This time car wouldn't restart for about 2 min. No power. Engine revving and complete loss of power twice and I feel this car is a major accident waiting to happen. I do not feel safe while driving not knowing why my car is losing power even after the so called software fix.

Driver was making an unprotected left turn into stopped traffic on a city street. As he was turning south (at approximately 5 mph) a north bound vehicle struck in the front driver's side quarter panel. The uniframe was damage and the wheel well was pushed into the engine compartment, damaging most of the engine components. None of the airbags deployed.

Doors lock and wont unlock at time trapping you in and the car goes thur tires like crazy but I'm really worried about the doors traping you in the vichle at times.

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. While driving 35 mph down an incline, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle shook and took a longer distance to stop. In addition, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle vibrated and accelerated in excess. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 44,002.

2001 Ford Focus with 146k miles. Adult driven one owner and well cared since new. Noticed clunking sound so took it in for brakes to the Ford dealer. Was told by dealer they can't fix as entire subframe is rotted and "I was one pothole from the engine falling out". It appears that dealers use this line as I found other complaints with the exact same wording. How can you recall the escape and windstar for the same problem and not the Focus? because Focus owners don't have the same money that those other higher end cars have? I was driving my new baby around in this car and thank god I didn't hit that one more pothole or both our lives could have been ended! all it takes is an internet search to realize that this is a common problem. The subframe is a very important component to a car that should not just rust away in 14 years! clearly the design or materials used were at fault for this. Ford needs to recall these cars before more people are killed or injured!.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2007 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at speeds above 50 mph the vehicle would become unstable and was difficult to drive in a straight line. In addition the air bag sensor and over drive sensor light would suddenly illuminate while operating the vehicle. The cause of the failures were not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000. Jft.

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I bought my car from the original owner. I had to buy a re-furbished motor, the tires were splitting and the suspension and air conditioner all needed repairing. When I received the recall from dot, frank s. Borris ii, I immediately contacted tallahassee Ford. They denied there was a recall and I was mistaken. My VIN # was listed in the recall. I tried several times but Ford kept giving me a run-around and they lied. So now, I have apparently missed a deadline which was not listed on the original notice to me. I am a senior citizen and this has really stressed me out and it really makes me not to purchase another Ford from anyone. On ethics alone, I should be able to make them do what they basically refused by lying to me. It was in motion and went to the shop within two weeks after the notice.

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Vehicle was accelerating from a traffic stop on a four lane city street. At approximately 200 feet beyond stop the vehicle went out of control and began swerving into oncoming lanes. Breaks and steering were ineffectual. Because of slow speed, vehicle stopped withing twenty to forty feet. Initial inspection on site indicated the right front wheel separated from the lower suspension arm and drive shaft. Inspection by a qualified mechanic and insurance adjuster stated that rust had weakened suspension arm causing it to break approximately 5. 5 inches inward from the ball-joint attachment point. Because of the slow speed and light traffic there were no casualties or property damage. This vehicle while being fifteen years old has only seventy-six thousand mile and is garage kept.

Excessive shuddering/shaking upon acceleration, vehicle does not seem to have any power. On 8/28 I was stopped at light in drive and vehicle would not move, after changing gears I finally was able to drive it, a short time later vehicle would not move again in drive but the engine light came on, on the way to the dealership vehicle lost power and would only go 15 mph crawled to the dealer with emergency flashers. Dealer had the vehicle for 5 days and completed the software update program 15b22, since receiving the vehicle back I am still experiencing low power and shuddering. Have been rear ended tapped once because it doesn't have any power, very concerned to drive vehicle to to loss of power and excessive shuddering. Contacted Ford customer care and they did not have a sense of any long term fix to this issue nor does the dealership. Dealer states they are slammed with these vehicles every day.

Tl-the contact owns a 2010 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving back from a long vacation the contact notice metal fragments coming out of the tires. In addition the contact states when making a turn the vehicle passenger seat shakes uncontrollable. There was also leakage coming from the front passenger strut. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 42,045. The VIN number was not provided. Ng.

2010 Ford Focus can't be driven if the road is wet. The backend try's to throw you to the left. It had new tires when I got it. Had it one year put anew set on and now it needs another set. My boss bought it new and had to put 3 sets on. He never found what caused it to throw the back end. I'm getting ready to take to try to find out what is causing the problem. When I bought the tires I was told my tires were wearing out from the inside out. They are going to check it out before new tires are put on.