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ProblemsByVin File / 2007-FORD-FOCUS
2007 · ford

ford Focus problems

1 safety recall. 391 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
106 reports · avg $1,100
critical
electrical
71 reports · avg $850
moderate
powertrain
37 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
suspension
22 reports · avg $900
severe
brakes
18 reports · avg $450
severe
tires
18 reports · avg $150
severe
cruise control
16 reports · avg $600
severe
body
14 reports · avg $1,500
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2007 Focus · tires
Tire completely blew out under normal driving conditions on [XXX] between [XXX] in Roseville California. The tire was size 205 /45 r17 one of a matching installed set from America's Tires in Antelope California. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT…
12/31/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11633439.0
2007 Focus · airbags Crash
IN DEC. 12-23 A DEER LANDED IN FRONT OF US AS WE WERE DRIVING ON A ON HIGHWAY AND GOING ABOUT 50 MPH. DEER DAMAGED HOOD RADIATOR ETC. BIGGEST CONCERN . BOTH AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. THE POWDER. RIGHT AFTER THE INITIAL IMPACT I SAID OPEN THE DOOR OPEN THE WINDOW CUZ THE DUST WAS…
12/30/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11292023.0
2007 Focus · brakes
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 FORD FOCUS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR BEFORE THE VEHICLE STOPPED. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER WHO STATED THAT THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE…
12/29/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10938487.0
2007 Focus · airbags Crash
12-26-2012 I WAS ON ROUTE 77 IN AKRON,OHIO WHEN I SLID ON ICE AND SNOW, MY CAR STARTED SPINNING AND AN SUV GOING NORTH AND MY CAR CRASHED. I SPUN INTO THE LEFT LANE WHERE A CADILLAC SUV WAS DRIVING NORTH AND HE HIT THE DRIVERSIDE FRONT SIDE OF MY VEHICLE. MY CAR MAY BE TOTALED.…
12/29/2012 · NHTSA ODI #10490450.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 06E056000 13/06/2006

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES

FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Fix: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.

Common questions

Is the 2007 Ford Focus reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 391 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Ford Focus is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2007 Ford Focus?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 106 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Ford Focus has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Ford Focus?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 391 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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