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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1FMCU9GXXGUB49068 · Checked Oct 19, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 22

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1FMCU9GXXGU•••••• 2016 Ford FOCUS

This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 2016 Ford FOCUS build (22 vs 11).

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1154on the model
104builds in total
Most reported Power Train 7 Back Over Prevention 5 Engine 4 Steering 2

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Unknown Or Other Sep 2026
Summary on your vehicle, the rear view camera could display a blank or distorted image on the center display screen when the vehicle is in reverse. You may also receive a message that the rear view camera is unavailable on the center display screen. Safety risk a rear view…
Back Over Prevention Jun 2026
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. While the contact's wife was reversing out of a driveway at approximately 1-3 MPH, the rearview camera displayed a white image and failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that due to the failure, the vehicle almost struck a child…
Power Train Jul 2025
The vehicle experienced multiple critical system failures within one week of purchase: Transmission failure (slipping, delayed shifting, and stalling during acceleration) Braking system malfunction (brakes jump or pulse when pressed, inconsistent stopping) Fluid leakage inside…
Engine Apr 2025
Engine 1.6l needs replaced with less than 100k miles because of coolant leaking into cylinder causing misfire, only fix is a new engine for 8k! Serviced every 3000k miles by the local ford dealer
Air Bags Apr 2022
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a faulty driver's side air bag. The dealer informed the contact that 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 1FMCU9GXXGUB49068 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.