I was driving and the car kept turning of. It happened when I was stopped at a light and multiple times when I was driving. It doesn't shutter and stall, it just shuts off. Engine light came on with P1450 and P0456. It is evidently a known issue. There was a recall for 2010-2011 Ford Fusion for the exact same thing. "some of these vehicles might have a canister purge valve that does not work properly, causing internal pressure changes inside the fuel tank. Repeated pressure changes inside the tank could result in a crack on the top of the tank, possibly allowing fuel to leak. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can lead to a fire." There is no recall for the Ford Focus models affected, even though it is a known issue and not related to normal wear. It is a manufacturer defect. It was a very scary experience and a very costly one to repair. I am under 60,000 miles. I do not understand why there is a recall on one model, but not the other for the exact same manufacturer issue. The estimated repair cost is $1800 from the Ford dealership service department. I was almost hit, because it happened while I was making a turn. It caused me extreme anxiety. This is not the first manufacturer issue I have had with this car. Not long after getting it, I had transmission issues.

- Oviedo, FL, USA

Pulling out of daycare on a city street, the engine starting chugging. The transmission/engine light came on. I was able to drive slowly to make it home. Chugging each time I tried to accelerate. Extremely scary especially with 3 kids in the car. I drive on state rd. 82 for work and pick up the kids. Very dangerous. This will be the third or fourth time this has happened. I need it repaired at no cost to me.

- Fort Myers, FL, USA

2015 Ford Focus. Consumer writes in regards to power shift dual clutch automatic transmission and engine failure.

- Swanton, MD, USA

The transmission keeps slowing down the car. Won't get up to speed, cannot exceed 25mph.

- Marshall, MO, USA

The check engine light will not turn off, the door sensors keep ringing, and the transmission does not shift properly amd rools backwards when I apply the brakes

- Jonesboro, GA, USA

Yesterday my car was fine on my way to work I go to leave work light comes on says transmission failure service immediately.the car began to shift out of gears and running rpms up never had any trouble with that until yesterday.you can drive mine as manual or automatic I tried to switch over to manual would not change gears at all

- Madison Heights, VA, USA

The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 16V643000 (latches/locks/linkages) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The contact received the recall notification in June of 2017. The dealer (roberts motors, 4350 N alby St, alton, il, 62002) was contacted at 855-999-5497 and stated that the earliest schedule for an appointment was April 2, , 2018. The contact stated that was unreasonable, but took the appointment anyway. The manufacturer was not contacted or made aware of the failure. The contact had not experienced a failure per the recall. In addition, the contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer on a few occasions and was informed that there was an exhaust issue. When the vehicle was diagnosed a second time, it passed the emissions test. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Godfrey, IL, USA

Ford Focus transmission module regulator recall. I have had to take my vehicle to the dealer 5 times for issues that I feel are related to this matter. In April, I was driving when I lost total power of my car and then it lurched forward as the RPM's ran over the top. I drove it approximately 5 miles to my home where I had it picked up and towed to larry hill Ford, cleveland, tn. I had the check engine light on again last week and drove there and they told me it was fine to drive while they ordered a part. Today, I stalled out completely while accelerating on 25th street (on my lunch hour). I had to call a tow for the 2nd time. I believe my safety to be in question as I continue to drive this car and Ford does not fix the issue nor have they offered me any type of buyout or trade or compensation for the constant problems not even related to my safety while driving.

- Cleveland, TN, USA

While driving locally at speeds lower than 40mph or even staying idle while using ac the engine starts to overheat and an alert pops up on the dash stating that the engine has overheated. Once ac is turned off temperature returns to normal and no issues remain. No overheating has occurred while on highway as of yet.

- Newark, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. While driving 10 mph, the vehicle inadvertently shifted into neutral. After several moments and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle shifted back into drive. The contact mentioned that the check engine warning indicator illuminated and he was able to drive the vehicle home with no further issues. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or local dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the transmission was still under warranty. The contact received a class action settlement notice in the mail. The failure mileage was approximately 69,000.

- Visalia, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the spouse was driving at 40 mph, when the check engine light illuminated as the vehicle started to shutter and stalled. The vehicle was towed to koons falls church Ford 1051 E broad St, falls church, va 22044 (703) 241-7200, where it was diagnosed with the fuel tank shrunk and was not getting proper amount of fuel to operate the vehicle. The fuel tank and purge valve needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mentioned that the dealer informed him that the transmission module was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The contact stated that the manufacturer made him aware that the vehicle has no warranty for the fuel tank. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.

- Falls Church, VA, USA

My car is having transmission problems, and loses power and has a hard time shifting sometimes. I got a recall notice at one time and lost the paperwork, and the Ford dealership refused to look up the recall and said I needed to have the paperwork to get it looked at.

- Great Falls, MT, USA

Started with horn and tail light intermittently not working. Then intermittently as you are driving the car shuts off with no warning. This is a major safety issue! everything locks up and you attempt to make it safely to the side of the road. All dash lights work but car won't start. Found same complaints on internet and youtube but no recall. Took to local Ford dealer and they cannot find the issue. The diagnostic machine did not issue a code. I explained in detail the issue and asked for documentation of the issue. The paper they gave me said runs rough when ac is on. I said that is not the issue. They said don't worry the ticket is still open in the system. I asked if they could put a reader on the car while driven to catch the diagnostic code and they said no. So I am in same situation as other owners where my safety and others are at stake each time this car shuts off. Also dealer said they H horn with a screwdriver to make it work for now. So no horn, tail light and car shutting off intermittently are serious safety issues. Ford needs to recall this problem and fix it!

- Quinby, VA, USA

Driving (straight) on a highway going 55. Car slows down to crawl, making grinding noise, error message appears "parking aid malfunction". was able to pull to side of road, put in park and cut off ignition. Would not restart. Dashboard still says car is in drive.

- Ruckersville, VA, USA

Car was running fine then turned it off and 10 minutes later would not crank. Car will not start.you can jump start it and it starts. Now cut it off want crank

- Holly Springs, MS, USA

I went to get my oil changed someplace other than my Ford dealership and since, the car has been running oddly. Mostly issues with accelerating after sitting at a red light on roads where the speed is anywhere from 35 to 45 mph. It doesn't happen all the time, but I noticed it about a week after the oil change. The other issue, that is more cause for alarm, is that the doors will not close completely. First it was the passenger front door, then the passenger rear door and finally the driver rear door. All while stationary, thank goodness. Since then, all but the driver's side front door have been secured with bungee cords for the last few weeks, because I did not have the funds to replace the door latches. One of which had been replaced only last year and cost me nearly $500 because the part hadn't been on recall! I then found out today that there is a recall on said parts that began in January 2017 but I have yet to be notified by my dealership! I only noticed because I wanted to see -if- there had been a recall due to hearing about a few other people having this same type of issue. See photos of bungee corded doors. This is extremely dangerous and those who own this same model of car should be notified immediately of a recall, not when parts are available. I would never have known had I not thought of doing my own research. I may never had known if I was waiting on my dealership to notify me... I may have been seriously injured or worse if I had waited on them.

- Indian Harbour Beach, FL, USA

I have had the car back to the dealer twice for it studdering and not shifting right. It has still shuddered once in a while while going forward coasting and turning but not as bad as when I took it in. I love my Focus but am so upset that it now has a major transmission problem that may not be covered under my extended warranty. I don't have that kind of money and I take good care of my car, getting oil changes ect when due. Ganley Ford in barberton now has it and is taking it apart to see what the issue is. Should not happen on a car this new. It started making a loud noise when pushing on the gas and driving at about 40-50mph. The noise was loud like a race car, vibration noise. I took it in to Ford the following day and was told it was not safe to drive. I mostly drive on street, not on the highway. It was in drive going forward that the noise issue occured, getting louder the warmer the car was.

- Richfield, OH, USA

Having problems maintaining speed ! when I excelerated it doesn't want to pick up speed then suddenly it picks up speed after pressing the pedal to the floor. Very dangerous. I saw this very same complaint from another Focus owner dated in March 2016. Very scary!

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

Incident description: Engine stopped and without warning while the transmission was in drive. Engine light came on as the engine ceased running. It happened while the car was in motion, thankfully approaching stop sign. Understand that this also results in the loss of power steering. The car is regularly serviced, well-maintained, and has approx. 94,000 miles. Verdict from Ford dealership mechanic: Vacuum purge valve was stuck in the open position. The vacuum force that resulted damaged/warped fuel tank, and damaged the fuel pump. The purge valve, fuel tank, and fuel pump all must be replaced. Cost: The cost of repairs is over $2000, plus towing the car, and the need for my family to get a rental vehicle for a week. Misc: There is no recall for this item and this could prove exceptionally dangerous if it occurred on a highway especially since you lose power steering when the engine dies suddenly.

- Madison, MS, USA

When accelerating the vehicle is extremely hesitant to drive on a flat road. This issue gets worst when on a upward hill. Once the vehicle gets going, it shakes and shudders until it picks up enough speed to go. There sounds like there is something scraping or rattling inside the engine. This is a hazard when making any type of turns in the vehicle or even driving.

- Smyrna, GA, USA