2011 FORD FOCUS — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
156
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
3
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2011 FORD FOCUS
The 2011 FORD FOCUS has received a total of 156 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 3 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (25 complaints), Power Train (19 complaints), and Latcheslockslinkages (12 complaints).
Recalls for the 2011 FORD FOCUS
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 FORD FOCUS. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2011 FORD FOCUS
156 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2011 FORD FOCUS. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 25 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkages | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Structurebodydoor | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulic | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmission | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction and instead turned in the opposite direction. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed steering column. The contact was informed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was advised that the parts to repair the vehicle were discontinued. In addition, the contact was informed that the aftermarket parts were not available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 19,000.
I hit an animal in my way to work as I reported the accident to my insurance company they were going to cover the parts and have it towed to my choice as it was however the professional car shop wasn't able to fix the anti theft that caused my car to not turn over as I was then told to take it to the nearest Ford dealer to get it reprogrammed to the original status I was told that it would cost more to fix the problem then what my car was purchased for so my insurance company claimed a total loss of the vehicle, Oliver Ford Lincoln Mercury in Plymouth Indiana sold me a lemon as I was a customer to them for over 8 yrs and covid came in the middle of my lease being up on 2017 Ford fusion I asked if I could purchase my lease vehicle but was refused and told no because I was collecting unemployment benefits but for the last year and half I paid my car note out of my unemployment benefits money each month but they didn't seem to accept my money then, I have always been a Ford customer and drove 4 brand new Ford fusions and paid off each one with my hard earned money, I was devastated by the decision of being told that my unemployment money wasn't earned money, yes correct it wasn't earned Money that I paid into it was because of my employer who paid in for me as I worked enough for the company to take care of me while I suffered through no fault of my own a pandemic that should not be held as a turniquit over my ability to have transportation no matter what money is paid and where it comes from I felt disappointed discriminated and I will never buy or refer any customer or vehicle
I did not crash the vehicle I bought it preowned
My car made grinding sounds when turning the steering wheel. My mechanic found a leak on Power Steering Pump & replaced it. My car has only 48,800 miles & there's a recall for Ford Trucks with the same problem.
Door latches inoperable. Cannot open from outside the vehicle. Passenger side front and both back doors. Back door passenger side door does not open from inside either. Had to pay $373 to Ford dealer to replace driver door latch because it wouldn't latch and made the dashboard not work. Latch codes as follows: driver 02717a (new), passenger 224100 (or 224188 cant see it clearly). Left rear 22418a Right rear cannot open door at all to see latch code. These 3 doors cannot be opened from outside and the rear right door cannot be opened at all. The contact is just inquiring if these door latches will be recalled.
Safety Rating for the 2011 FORD FOCUS
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2011 FORD FOCUS in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2011 FORD FOCUS
Ford Motor Company has issued 3 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2011 FORD FOCUS. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
14M01-S6 — POWER TRAIN
CERTAIN 2011 THROUGH 2014 MODEL YEAR FIESTA AND FOCUS VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A DPS6 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TRANSMISSION CLUTCH SHUDDER / TRANSMISSION INPUT SHAFT SEAL WARRANTY EXTENSION.
TSB-15-0121 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
ASI-44283 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FORD: DURING COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES, AND AT LIGHT ACCELERATION OR COASTING, A GRINDING, SCRAPING NOISE IS HEARD, BETWEEN 20-50 MPH. MODEL 2012-2013 FIESTA, FOCUS. *PE
NHTSA Investigations for the 2011 FORD FOCUS
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the FORD FOCUS
- 2006 FORD FOCUS — 269 complaints
- 2007 FORD FOCUS — 524 complaints
- 2008 FORD FOCUS — 333 complaints
- 2009 FORD FOCUS — 321 complaints
- 2010 FORD FOCUS — 408 complaints
- 2011 FORD FOCUS (current)
- 2012 FORD FOCUS — 4,950 complaints
- 2013 FORD FOCUS — 2,902 complaints
- 2014 FORD FOCUS — 3,577 complaints
- 2015 FORD FOCUS — 1,294 complaints
- 2016 FORD FOCUS — 1,539 complaints
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