CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Ford Focus has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2,112 complaints with NHTSA, including 49 crashes, 12 fires, 28 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (1,111 reports).
2013 Ford Focus recalls
Focus Engine Can Stall While Driving, Raising Crash Risk
A Canister Purge Valve in certain 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles may malfunction, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly while driving.
Engine Block Heater Can Crack and Cause Electrical Fire
The engine block heater in certain Ford Escape, Focus, and Lincoln MKC vehicles with a 2.0L engine may crack and develop a coolant leak.
Door May Not Latch Securely and Could Open While Driving
A component in the door latches can break, making a door difficult to latch or causing the driver or a passenger to think a door is closed when it is not.
Engine may stall while driving without warning, raising crash risk
Certain Ford Focus vehicles with 2.0L gasoline engines did not have the Powertrain Control Module updated as intended under an earlier recall.
Engine May Stall While Driving, Risking a Crash
A malfunctioning canister purge valve in the fuel vapor system can create excessive vacuum.
Hatch Can Open Accidentally, Risking Rear Passengers
Certain 2013-2017 Ford Focus hatchbacks built between February 2012 and August 2016 with a manual transmission can have the rear hatch unlatched by a single press of the interior latch release button.
Door Latch May Break, Leaving Door Unsecured While Driving
A component inside the door latch can break.
Wiring splice may cause engine hesitation or stalling
Some 2013 Ford Escape and 2013-2014 Focus ST vehicles may have insufficiently compressed splices in the engine wiring harness connecting to the Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor.
Most common 2013 Ford Focus problems
Problem areas named in the 2,112 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 1,111 |
| Engine | 344 |
| Electrical System | 277 |
| Steering | 274 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 209 |
| Unknown Or Other | 196 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 112 |
| Structure | 86 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 54 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 53 |
What owners report
Transmission error stating clutch A engaged. Yes, the vehicle is available for inspection. My safety and the safety of others were put at risk because the vehicle would not move after being stopped at the stop light or stop sign or stop during traffic.
The vehicle suffered a major mechanical and electrical failure on July 28, 2026, and was immediately towed to an authorized dealership. After a multi-day delay awaiting a senior technician's analysis, the dealership issued a single service ticket grouping two distinct issues: a failed Canister Purge Valve (active Safety Recall 26S40) and localized wiring damage. The dealership fraudulently drafted the ticket to imply that external rodent damage caused the recall component failure. However, forensic photographic proof uploaded to the manufacturer database on August 13, 2026, reveals a classic consequential engineering failure: the wiring insulation is severely bubbled and thermally fused from
RE: FAULTY THROTTLE WIRING / LOCATION CAUSING CORROSION 2013 FORD FOCUS - RECALL NEEDED To Whom It May Concern: My 2013 Ford Focus SE Flex with VIN [XXX] lost power while traveling from [XXX] to [XXX] a couple times before completely dying. My code reader was getting fixed throttle codes 2112, 2111 and pending codes 122, 223. I switched out the throttle body AND accelerator pedal position sensor. This did NOT resolve the issue. I had the Focus towed to Downey Ford in [XXX] where they found a Technical Service Bulletin stating endless Focuses had this issue with corroded wiring, which appears to be caused by TSB 15-0036, which is regarding the wiring harness rubbing against a sharp part of
I purchased a 2013 Ford Focus from Boucher Ford of Menomonee Falls, WI in February, 2026. A few months later, Ford issued a recall on this car that requires the Powertrain Control Module to be reprogrammed to avoid issues like a collapsed fuel tank or stalling while driving, potentially causing an accident. I had been informed by a mechanic that this car was sold to me with a custom tune on the PCM. This tune was not disclosed to me when I purchased the car and due to the PCM being modified, the recall cannot be performed without damage to the PCM rendering the car undriveable. I tried working with Jeff Samp (General Manager) at the dealership but he told me they were not required by law to
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the transmission failed, and the vehicle lost motive power, and the vehicle was stuck in the middle of traffic. The contact referenced several satisfaction programs for the issue; however, the VIN was not included in the repair. The vehicle was towed back to the residence due to it not being able to operate. The contact stated there was an unknown warning light on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the transmission had overheated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and it was confirmed with transmission failure.
2013 Ford Focus questions
Does the 2013 Ford Focus have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2013 Ford Focus: Focus Engine Can Stall While Driving, Raising Crash Risk; Engine Block Heater Can Crack and Cause Electrical Fire; Door May Not Latch Securely and Could Open While Driving; Engine may stall while driving without warning, raising crash risk; Engine May Stall While Driving, Risking a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ford Focus?
Based on 2,112 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (1,111), Engine (344), Electrical System (277).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Ford Focus has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.