Wiring Problems of Ford Focus - part 1

The wiring harness flexes where it passes from the body to the tailgate causing the iinsulation and wiring to break and short to the body resulting in a blown fuse and no rear lights. This has occurred whilst driving and when stationary opening the hatchback.

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My driver side headlight kept giving out and to find out the wire of the socket to the low beam light is melting causing my headlight not to work. I replaced it now it's still melting again I'm afraid that's there something wrong with the wiring.

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Wiring harness that controls the transmission control module had 6 wires rub on the throttle body causing them to break or tarnish which caused the vehicle to stop in the middle of the road while driving on a city street on 2 occasions. Dealership that did repairs stayed this is a common problem. They had 3 other vehicles in for service with same problem.

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Here is another picture. This is the electrical connection to the washer fluid pump. Fluid leaks out of the electrical connections to the pump and gets pushed through the wiring loom and the fluid leaks onto the body control module causing corrosion and failure of the bcm.

All dash lights such as traction control is off steering assist turns off etc all appear on the dash and the car usually stalls and various messages pop up such as engine fault service now and transmission fault service now this has been an on and off problem and it will come and go which means my car is at risk at stalling at any moment while driving and went to numerous repair shops and even went to a Ford dealer to fix a recall and still the problems remains there my vehicle stopped in a the middle of the road numerous times leaving me stranded I even lost my job because of my car and after doing some research my guess is that is has to be either the wiring harness or the bcm or possibly both because everytime the vehicle losses power and turns back on I usually hook up a scan tool and see the codes and the code that always pops up or it declared as permanent is "loss communication with tcm/pcm" I forgot the number the code is associated with but that was the description of the code.

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The factory radio shorts out and fries parts of the main wiring harness. This causes the car to make loud popping noises that sound like gun shots. Scaring the driver. It also shut the car off while I was driving.

Takata recall electrical wiring is going in and out, radio is not saving stations that I save, display goes in and out and has static. Warning sign apperars every so often.

This appears to be the same issue as the 14s17-s1 recall affecting the 2013-2014 Ford Focus st and escape models. Lost all power while driving and engine began stuttering while I was traveling on the highway at 65 miles per hour. I was barely able to reach to shoulder before the vehicle was immobilized. I was charged 830 dollars by my local dealership (inver grove Ford Lincoln in inver grove heights mn) to locate and repair chaffed and damaged wiring in the engine harness in the identical location to the st and escape models.

Upon "check engine" light illumination, I took car to garage to have codes read. They showed me what they believed to be the issue and said I should check with Ford for recalls or compensation to have what is clearly a manufacturing defect fixed. I googled my situation and was stunned to see how common a problem it is. . Read more...

As I was driving, coming off I-70w ramp onto a main city street, my cars "engine fault, service now" indicator came on the screen. My car was still on but would not accelerate. I managed to get to the side of the ramp through the traffic. I attempted to restart my vehicle but was unable. After letting it rest for a few minutes I turned the key again while giving the engine gas. It sputtered on and I was able to make it onto the street. However, it would not accelerate at usual. Reved at 400, I was still only getting up to 20 mph after about 500 ft. It died again once I got under the underpaid, attempting to make it the remaining three minutes to work. After a few more attempts I was able to get it started again and creeped the rest of the way to work with my hazards on. While working I called my dealership for a tow, since my husband carries an extended warranty and roadside assistance. After having it towed they informed us that it was the wiring harness an that it would not be covered under our warranty. They also then told us that the tow would not be covered either since we did not use the appropriate company for roadside. My husband purchased this vehicle six weeks ago and we are now facing a $1400 repair and a $300 diagnostic and tow. Aftevsome research my husband found that 2014 Ford Focus st had a recall for the exact issue. I feel that the fault may be for more that just the sports addition.

The wiring between the hatch door and the body is deteriorated with a broken wire for the license plate light and the insulation cracked and missing on many of the other wires. This is a real hazard as shorts could occur affecting all the rear lights that are controlled with these wires. Luckily I read on a youtube report about this problem. I detected the problem with the vehicle parked in my garage while investigating the lighting problem.

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The customer came in with a no start concern that required the vehicle be jumped each morning. We performed a warranty battery test and determined the battery was not at fault. At that point we proceeded with diagnosis starting with testing the draw on the system. After letting the vehicle sit and disconnecting anything that may draw on the battery we still found a 3 amp draw pulling from the battery. Upon inspection we found the air bag deactivation light lit on the dash with the key off. Checked the wiring diagram found the airbag light is powered out of the bcm. Unplugged connector c2280g draw goes away. Checked all connectors at bcm, found c2280d with washer fluid in the connector and connector burnt from high resistance. Checked connector c137 at the washer pump found the washer pump leaking into connector c137 and pumping all the way to the bcm along circuits crw23 and crw24. Connector c2280d is not serviced as a pigtail, so a complete harness will be needed to complete the repair. A bcm and washer pump will be needed to resolve this concern in its entirety.

Tl the contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated that one of the wires in the wire harness was fractured. The contact also stated that the vehicle shook violently and the "engine fault service now" and check engine indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to imperial Ford (8 uxbridge rd, mendon, MA 01756, (888) 814-8373) where it was diagnosed that the wire harness was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was scheduled to be repaired this week. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was 90,000.

I have a 2016 Ford Focus hatchback every time when it rains hard or when I have the car washed water is getting into the wiring underneath the taillights shorting out the wiring I smelling burnt wiring the left taillight is out, the right brake light stays on, the right rear red turn signal is out,the left front side running light is out, the right front side turn signal is out. This car is a 100% lemon!.

Tl the contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated a week after purchasing the vehicle the check engine light illuminated. The contact also stated while driving at approximately 55 mph he started smelling gasoline in the cabin of the vehicle and pulled over to address the failure. The contact stated he placed a rubber hose over the gas line. The contact also mentioned that the vehicle had faulty wiring and the battery warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken john megel Chevrolet,llc (1392 GA-400, dawsonville, GA 30534) but no repairs were made. The manufacturer was made aware of this failure but offered no assistance. The contact was referencing this failure to NHTSA campaign number: 19v515000 (fuel system, gasoline) however the vehicle was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

Rear hatch wiring harness has frayed wires and can cause a fire there is rubbing against wiring harness from the rubber boot covering it. These wires are live and cause a fire and are always on due to connection to all rear electrical components. I found this out when trying to figure out why my rear hatch would not open unless unlocked with the key.

Stereo will work for about 30 seconds and then there will be a loud popping and high pitched frequency of static, even with rhe radio volume on 0 or with the radio off. Could cause a driver to swerve off the road resulting in a crash or a fire to start from faulty wiring.

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While driving at 35 mph, the engine stalled without warning & would not restart. Dash displayed "engine fault, service soon. " had vehicle towed to local dealership. Dealer checked the codes and found multiple engine controller faults. Said it was a bad wiring harness. This is a se model with 2. 0 l engine, but Ford has a recall on the st model with 2. 0l engine for the same failure mode and cause (wiring harness). Ford did "participate" in the repair ($250 out of $1500) wiring harness was retained by owner for review and analysis. .

My complaint stems from faulty electrical wiring/ subpar workmanship. My car has developed another wiring harness issue. The rear electrical harnes wires have completely corroded away. The plastic insulation completely cracked leaving the wires exposed and touching each other. This is the second time I have had this issue. The first time it created an issue with the hatch not being able to close properly. The wiring harness was previously replaced( with oem harness) this time the third break light as it is called stopped working completely. . I was stationary when the problem was discovered. I took apart the rear electrical boot after using a bolt meter to test for electrical conductivity at the brake light system. There was no current so I took the next step.

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I have read many recalls on the wiring issue of the 2013 Ford Focus st model with it stalling out due to faulty wiring. My 2013 Ford Focus se is doing the exact same thing putting my daughter's life at risk every time she gets in it as well as my own and wray Ford in shreveport la says sorry cant help you. . . It's not on the recall since its not an st and you will have to pay for the repairs. This is garbage Ford is not standing behind their product and I am the little guy. This is the second recall for this issue and the se is not being taken care of with the identical issue. Runs fine when driving, but when at a light or stop sign, it shakes, gauges go crazy and then shuts off. I just bought this car and of course when I got it home that's when the issues started. Purchased as is no warranty and of course was not told of the issues but only that I should call to see if there are any recalls. Help! funny thing is that it stalled on me at the red light turning into wray Ford in shreveport.

Rodents ate through wiring effecting emission cable (located at rear of vehicle--just below gas tank)--this had to be replaced costing approx $500. --parts totaled only $15. Labor costs totally ridiculous--.

Rodents chewed through wiring because the wire is made from soybeans. Potential fire hazard. Makes car inoperable. This is a known problem for several years prior to 2016. Manufacturer should have fixed this problem by substituting wiring that does not attract rodents. Manufacturer (Ford) should make this right. The cost of repairs should not be borne by customers.

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. While driving, the vehicle lost power. The dealer diagnosed that the vehicle needed the wiring harness replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 67,000.

Rodents are eating wires in my motor. I saw on Ford website that they are using soybased wire insulation. There is a class action that has been filed by consumer against Honda. . Who is using same soybased products in their manufacturing car process and has even invented a duct tape coated with a product that should detour rodents from chewing these wires if it is wrapped around the wiring inside the motor. They refuse to cover. . (Ford). . And (Honda) these repairs under our manufactures warranty for defective material. . Which is not fair to us the consumer. It will me. . . Ford said. . . . Over two thousand dollars to repair. This soybased products. . Attract the rodents. . And either should be stopped in the manufacturing of cars. . Or manufacture to be required to. . Replace. . Free of charge. If they repair. . At my expense. . Rodents will only continue to be lured to my cars. . Wiring. . To chew it up again. This could result in fires. . Crashes. . Is very dangerous situation. . Not to mention. . Costly to us the consumer. Honda would not of invented that duct tape. . But they did because they knew darn well that it is attracting rodents. We all want eco friendly products. . But not when it puts consumers. . At grave risk. I have lived at my home for over 25 years. . Never. . Has this happened to me. This is second occurance. First time cost me under three hundred. I do not want this to cost me my or my child's life. . The next time.

New dealer maintained 2013 Focus titanium Focus 6 months old about 18000 miles had bad wheel bearing on the drivers side, at 46000 transmission was overhauled due to poor shifting,at120000 catalytic converter failed,at136000 car died due to bad wiring harness and fried several sensors, at 143000 transmission control module failed, at 144000 the transmission module failed again on a 3 year old car.

I have a 2013 Focus and on 3/14/16 on my way home on the freeway, my oil & battery light started flickering on and off at the same time and as it did the car was stalling out. I put my 4-way flashers on, slowed down and moved to the right lane as a safety measure. After another few miles both lights came on and stayed on and the car shut down. I pulled over to the berm, waited a few minutes, tried starting, it started and drove home with no issues. I drove to work the next day with no issues. On the way home things started happening again, the car shut down, but this time after waiting a few minutes the car never started. I had it towed to the dealer and they found that a wiring harness was up against the throttle body and wore through the protective insulating tape, then the wires causing the problem. Also, in speaking to the mechanic he said that the bracket the harness was using to keep in place was causing it to be up against the throttle body so he unclipped the bracket. I'm going to call the Ford customer service center to discuss. Another issue was that the "book" said it would take 3 hours, but only took 2. And yes they tried to charge me for the 3. Interesting at $125/ hour, that would be $250/ hour they're making while the mechanic starts on the next car! unbelievable.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Focus. While driving at various high speeds, the temperature gauge displayed that the vehicle was overheating. The vehicle lost power and the check engine and high temperature warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where unknown sensors and wiring were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

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The Ford zxw wagon's liftgate wiring harness had frayed inside the rubber housing at the junction where the gate pivots between the car body and liftgate. The wires shorted which caused the electric gate release to open at 70mph, while driving straight on a freeway. The liftgate rose up, opening the back of the cargo area to traffic. Luckily freeway speed winds kept it from completely opening, but when slowed to 30mph it went straight up. I'm lucky I had no children or animals in the back cargo area. And the fellow drivers on the road were lucky nothing shifted and fell out. The liftgate refused to latch after this point, making driving the car safely impossible. In researching the cause and repair, I noticed several forums where an identical problem with Ford's design was posted. The replacement bill at a Ford dealership was around $1,200, not including my time lost to research, repair, or finding alternative means of transportation for my business purposes. This is dangerous, potentially life threatening, and unfortunately, not fixed. The mechanics at Ford said the replacement part is the same as what was original. This will likely happen again.

*ongoing *please see original complaints # 10473215 and #10670375* long history of transmission repairs since purchase. Latest repair on 1/5/2014 was to replace malfunctioning tcm. When getting car back from service, odd noise and hesitation upon starting. Service manager attempted to start. Symptoms of tcm malfuntion again, and then complete loss of power. Service states that chafed wiring was found under driver seat, causing new tcm to malfunction and then shorting out all power in vehicle. After hearing odd noise upon starting, I was very close to driving car out onto very busy highway. . . Decided to turn car off instead and seek help from service manager. I am the only driver of this vehicle and I very rarely move the seat. I was told by service that moving the seat on 1/5/2015 caused the chafed wiring to short out the power in the car. I never moved the seat when I got into my car during pickup. This is very frightening and dangerous! I was just reading that chafed wiring can result in fire, also! these vehicles are putting many people at risk of injury or death. Please help the affected Ford Focus customers to get them recalled, as Ford will not help. I have filed 3 claims with Ford and I cannot even get a call back from them. Told that I don't meet the guidelines for buyback or replacement. Very afraid to drive my car, especially now since the weather is bitter cold and have already been stranded in freezing weather with sleet on 1/3/2015 because of tcm failure. Please help!!.

2013 Ford Focus. Consumer writes in regards to loss of power while driving. The consumer stated a new transmission was installed and failed. The vehicle began to violently shake. The transmission was rebuilt and the clutch repaired.

Hatch switch failed . Ghost electrical problem having wiper come on at times. Wiring harness inside rubber boot located where hinges between hatch and vehicle body develope bare and broken wires. Found this after checking all fuses and switches. This is apparently common as seen on you tube and seems to have been previously reported. Please reply as to why there has been no recall. Surely dealers have encountered this defect. Like one individual said his dog could have flew out the rear going 70. Not to mention fire. Mine blew no fuses.

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Wiring inside of boot to the hatchback (liftgate), powering the third brake light, lock for hatchback, and rear wiper is broken causing shorts.

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Tl-the contact owns a 2007 Ford Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the air bag wiring and clock spring needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000. Ss.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving 10 mph, the warning indicators did not illuminate on the dashboard. The failure occurred numerous of times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and recommended the replacement of the faulty wiring. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate mileage was 162,600.

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2001 Ford Focus. Consumer writes in regards to electrical system failure. The consumer stated the vehicle was a lemon. Over the past 2 years alone, he has spent $2,000 in non-routine repairs. Every time there was an issue, the vehicle was taken to the repair shop for the problem, but was never fully fixed. On one occasion, the vehicle started smoking and the wiring caught on fire. . The consumer was informed, the vehicle needed all new wiring, after the dash lights and tail lights went out 3 times. Also, the cruise control and all the lights inside the vehicle stopped working.