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1FADP3K21DL••••••2014 Ford FOCUS
This build draws 2.9× more complaints than the average 2014 Ford FOCUS build (59 vs 20).
59on this build
2428on the model
120builds in total
1involved a crash
1injuries
Most reportedPower Train 41Steering 7Vehicle Speed Control 5Electrical System 5
What owners of this build wrote
Power TraincrashApr 2014
The contact owns a 2013 ford focus. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle on a hill, it rolled away in reverse and crashed into another vehicle. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.…
SteeringFeb 2026
During recent freezing weather, upon starting the car and attempting to turn, I realized that the steering wheel was frozen solid. While researching what could have happened, the war warmed up enough to melt the water in the electric power assisted steering motor, allowing the…
Air BagsMar 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic however, the vehicle was not able to be diagnosed when connected to the diagnostic machine. The…
WheelsJan 2024
Swollen lug nuts. They corroded and were almost impossible to remove. Lug nuts were destroyed during removal and had to be replaced. Apparently some two piece lug nut Ford used. They were original equipment
Engine And Engine CoolingAug 2022
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the catalytic converter and vacuum hose needed to be replaced. The…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1FADP3K21DL291812 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.