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2014 Ford Focus: recalls and problems

12 recalls and 2,656 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is power train.

12recalls
2,656complaints
69crashes reported
10fires reported
47injuries reported
1 recall with a “do not drive” or “park outside” warning

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Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Power Train1,592 · 60%
  • Engine458 · 17%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System309 · 12%
  • Unknown Or Other279 · 11%
  • Electrical System268 · 10%
  • Steering225 · 8%
  • Vehicle Speed Control169 · 6%
  • Structure62 · 2%
  • Fuel System (Gasoline)53 · 2%
  • Latches/Locks/Linkages47 · 2%

What owners report

Power Train

The transmission control module (tcm), within the powershift dps6 automatic transmission, failed completely on a 2014 ford focus (72,000 miles). the failed component is no longer physically available for inspection as it was retained by the independent service facility as a core replacement, but full repair invoices and diagnostic documentation are available. the failure caused a sudden and unpredictable loss of fo

Fuel/Propulsion System

Car has been cutting off while idleing, or at a stop light. it has also cut off while driving. it has also lost a form of power while going down the highway. the car doesn’t cut off, but pressing the gas does nothing and the rpm’s go crazy, then eventually it catches and the gas peddle works again.

Fuel System, Gasoline

The contact owns a 2014 ford focus. the contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. the vehicle jerked and shuddered abnormally. additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated and the rpm fluctuated. the contact believed that the engine was going to shut off. the contact stated that a technician arrived and the res

Power Train

The contact owns a 2014 ford focus. the contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph and coming to a stop, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled, and the transmission was slipping with the message “transmission overheated - stop vehicle” displayed. there was an abnormal odor coming from the vehicle while stopped. the contact stated that the vehicle was restarted, shifted to neutral, and remained stopped for 10 m

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2014 Ford Focus 4 DR FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2014 Ford Focus 5 HB FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering FOCUS, FOCUS BEV. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.