2017 Ford Focus problems and complaints
Owners have filed 902 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Ford Focus. The most-reported areas: Power Train (453), Engine (232), Fuel/Propulsion System (117).
Key takeaways
- 902 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 18 involve a crash, 2 a fire, 16 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 453 | 50% |
| Engine | 232 | 26% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 117 | 13% |
| Unknown Or Other | 81 | 9% |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 81 | 9% |
| Fuel System | 61 | 7% |
| Gasoline | 61 | 7% |
| Electrical System | 39 | 4% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 38 | 4% |
| Steering | 20 | 2% |
| Air Bags | 15 | 2% |
| Service Brakes | 11 | 1% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Ford Focus 4 DR FWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| 2017 Ford Focus 5 HB FWD | 5/5 | 5/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Unknown Or Other - filed 2026-09-01
We have a recall for our car. The recall is 18532A. In this recall it states that if there are drivability issues with this car they are to replace the canister purge valve. We have complained of these exact issues which include complete loss of power while driving and they have refused to replace the CPV. They are att...
Power Train - filed 2026-08-29
The transmission on my 2017 Ford Focus started not shifting correctly. It would shudder, slip and hesitate when shifting. At times when it did get up to speed it would unexpectedly downshift and go into limp mode. The automobile is not safe to drive and is now parked at my residence. A warning would flash up on the das...
Engine - filed 2026-08-26
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Transmission failure after 2 recall/warranty repairs, most recently in July 2026. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Vehicle accelerating and then stopping out right on and off the freeway "bucking...
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More for the 2017 Ford Focus
Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.