2007 Ford Focus problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Air Bags (62) · Electrical System (38) · Vehicle Speed Control (26)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
330 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (19)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2026-02-24 · SSM 54601 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ford and lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. unlike the integrated wired keypad, the accessory wireless keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the
Equipment 2024-04-24 · SSM 52476 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
all accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. if the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicle s owner during initial delivery. unlike the integrated (wired) factory keypad,
Equipment:electrical 2018-01-10 · SSM 47009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the accessory (wireless) keyless entry keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with remote keyless entry (rke). the master code for the accessory (wireless) keyless entry keypad can be retrieved from fmcdealer - parts and service - parts product line information - keys/entry dev
Equipment:electrical 2018-01-10 · SSM 47009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the accessory (wireless) keyless entry keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with remote keyless entry (rke). the master code for the accessory (wireless) keyless entry keypad can be retrieved from fmcdealer - parts and service - parts product line information - keys/entry dev
Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe 2016-09-21 · SSM 46085 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the powertrain control/emissions diagnosis (pc/ed) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (etbs). the etc_act and etc_dsd pids should not used to diagnose possible etb concerns. the ids has a limited refresh rate when reading these pids and cannot display quickly enough to
Equipment 2014-07-01 · ASI-44649 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ford: a job aid was developed and now available for the ptu internal or external fluid leakage for all wheel drive vehicles. *pe
Showing the 6 most recent of 19 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2024-12-31 · Tires“tire completely blew out under normal driving conditions on [xxx] between [xxx] in roseville california. the tire was size 205 /45 r17 one of a matching installed set from america's tires in antelope california. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)…”
2024-06-25 · Steering · 198,000 mi“the contact owns a 2007 ford focus. the contact stated that on several occasions while driving at an undisclosed speed and turning, the steering wheel became stiff, and the contact heard scraping sounds emanating from the engine compartment. the vehicle was taken to the residence and inspected. the contact observed condensation on top of the power …”
2023-06-15 · Air Bags · 104,000 mi · 💥 crash“the contact owns a 2007 ford focus. the contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light, a vehicle crashed into the front of the contact’s vehicle. additionally, two other vehicles crashed into the side and rear of the contact's vehicle; however, the air bags failed to deploy. no warning lights were illuminated. the contact and the passenger s…”
2022-09-26 · Air Bags“the driver airbag light keeps going off and on. i went to ford dealer shop to fix it. only shortly after it came back on. i tried different tricks online and they dont last long. this is a common issue among ford focus owners. the connection plug from airbag to the steering wheel is bad and it just loses connection from time to time. focus owners c…”
2022-06-15 · Suspension:front:control Arm“the contact stated that her mother-in-law owns a 2007 ford focus. the contact stated that while her mother-in-law was driving at an unknown speed, the front passenger’s side wheel detached from the vehicle. the vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic who diagnosed the failure as a control arm failure. the contact stated that the vehicle was r…”
2022-04-30 · Service Brakes“had a car stop suddenly in front of me and i had to apply the brakes hard. the abs system made a strange sound and the pedal went to the floor. i missed the car in front of me, but now my brakes aren't working properly and there is fluid all over the abs module assembly.…”
2022-02-24 · Service Brakes · 140,000 mi · 💥 crash“the contact owned a 2006 ford focus. the contact stated that while driving at 20 mph and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to stop and as a result, the contact rear-ended another vehicle. the contact mentioned that when he would depress the brake pedal the faster the vehicle increased in speed. the air bag failed to deploy. the contact…”
2022-02-14 · Unknown Or Other“console transmission shift lever detents not noticeable in any positon including park (mushy shifter) and i am unable to remove ignition key in any position, on, off or lock. therefore the car can be easily stolen by anyone (minor or adult) by simply breaking the window, reaching the unlock and driving off. shifter, steering column, and key remov…”
2021-06-14 · Electrical System:ignition · 195,000 mi“the contact owns a 2007 ford focus. the contact stated that the key ceased in the ignition when the vehicle was turned off. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed nor repaired. the contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who replaced the ignition switch. the key fob was replaced however, the failure persisted. the manufact…”
2021-06-14 · Suspension“noticed small hole in front control arm while servicing brakes. stamped sheet metal control arm rusted through and was failing. very poor designe that was discontinued for apparent reasons the following model year. …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.