The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. While the vehicle was idling at a red light, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the failure recurred on several occasions. In addition, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road until it started slowing down and stopped operating. The vehicle was turned off and was able to restart. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The contact called pundmann Ford (2727 w clay St, St charles, mo 63301, (636) 946-6611) and the vehicle was awaiting diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.

- O'fallon, MO, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. While accelerating from the idle position, the vehicle hesitated and lost power without warning. The vehicle was taken to Suburban Ford of sterling heights (40333 van dyke ave., sterling heights, mi 48313, 586-434-0943) where it was diagnosed that the clutch and seal needed to be replaced, and the vehicle needed to be reprogrammed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 64,000.

- Sterling Heights, MI, USA

On Thursday August 2, 2018 around 8:30. The wires in the dash board caught on fire. The card began to fill with smoke. I could smell the burning and I wasn't sure of what was happening. I could hear a spark sound and I could tell that the wires where burning. This was an extremely dangerous situation, the entire car might have caught on fire, if my boyfriend didn't come and contain the fire.

- Opa Locka, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the engine warning indicator flashed and remained illuminated as the failure progressed. The vehicle jerked and decelerated to a low rate of speed each time the indicator flashed. The dealer (landers Ford, 2082 w poplar ave, collierville, tn 38017, (901) 854-3600) provided a software update to the computer; however, the failure recurred. The contact planned on taking the vehicle to a second dealer (jack schmitt Ford, 1820 vandalia St, collinsville, il 62234, (618) 477-8126) for further diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure numerous times, but offered no assistance. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.

- Edwardsville, IL, USA

Transmission shudder then driving on highway low oil light came on randomly happened before took to shop and said the rear main seal went out which caused oil to leak into transmission and making the clutch slip

- Canton, OH, USA

At highway speed when it is warm outside with no warning from the vehicle power will be reduced to the point that speed can not be maintaned.I have to drive well under the speed limit with my hazard lights on until I can find a safe place to park and restart the car.once restarted I can continue on a normal speed.

- Lancaster, PA, USA

After filling up the tank with gas, the vehicle stutters and feels like it's jumping when I am at a stop light and start to go. The gas gauge goes up while I am driving and the vehicle runs out of gas randomly. I was parked at my house and it wouldn't crank when I ran out of gas the 1st time (about three weeks ago) and the 2nd time (6/6/2018), I was on the interstate and the vehicle died due to no gas, yet the gauge was not on empty. Fortunately I was able to get off the side of the road and call roadside assistance. The vehicle is now at at Ford service repair shop and I am waiting to hear from them but the service repairman said this is a common problem, that he had the same vehicle in the week before with this same issue. Last Friday, I had a customer service representative with a Ford dealership tell me this is a common problem that occurs in this vehicle. Obviously running out of gas randomly is very dangerous. There needs to be a recall on this immediately to save lives. Ford needs to take responsibility for this manufacturing defect.

- Jacksonville Beach, FL, USA

I understand that there is a powershift recall on all 2013 Ford Focus cars with automatic transmission. My car falls under that recall and I want this taken care of. I plan on retaining an attorney so I can get something done about the fact that I am driving and paying on a defective car. I was driving down a steep hill and a warning about my transmission running hot came on, I had just called my mechanic to check why my engine light had come on, and had to get the car towed to the shop. He checked and told me that it was due to the powershift recall, and that Ford plant should make the necessary repairs, they will also claim that in court if necessary.

- Woodstock, GA, USA

Auto stop working and sudenly shift off un highways with unknown rasons or cause. This is exprience at lease 2 or 3 times daily. Several warning lights comes on. Then you need to stop and restart. This is dangerous when it happens in highways.

- San Juan, PR, USA

I was driving the car started on fire 39mins after I started the vehicle. The car was in motion and I had an engine fire

- Joliet, IL, USA

I bought this car brand new in 2013. On 5/16/2018 I was driving down the road during rush hour in the left lane of traffic when all of a sudden the I get a notification that says "engine fault service now". then the engine cuts off in the middle of a busy road. The person behind me almost smashed into me but swerved at the last second and cut a car off in the lane next to me. I tried to turn the car off and then on, but it wouldn't start. It was sooo dangerous to be stuck on the road not able to do anything. I had to call the police to set up flares behind me. I have been reading blogs and I am not the only person this has happened to.

- Laurel, MD, USA

The car is stalling when accelerating which seems to be a common complaint from this year Focus owners. I took the vehicle to a transmission shop but they too were unable to diagnose. Some of the reading is showing there is an electrical connection issue which is causing this.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

While driving at speed the car will shut off without warning. There is a recall for the wiring harnesses for other Ford focuses with the same issue but mine is not covered under that recall. The engine shutting off while driving has caused me to almost be hit several times and is a safety concern.

- Milton, WV, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the check engine and oil warning indicators illuminated as the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that this was the second time the failure occurred. The contact coasted to a parking lot and waited approximately three hours before restarting the vehicle at that time the vehicle started normally. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for a diagnosis or repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000.

- Newport, MI, USA

Ford Focus shuts off when you press the brakes. It cranks back up fine but whenever you pull off and stop or try to slow down the car will shut down. It is happening constantly now.

- Theodore, AL, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. On several occasions, while driving at undisclosed speeds, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the vehicle vibrated abnormally and the passenger side motor mount was replaced several months ago, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to butch ostalet Ford Lincoln (9274 us 49, gulfport, ms 39503, (228) 863-5525) where it was diagnosed that the clutch was slipping. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that the warranty period had expired and no additional assistance would be provided. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

- Biloxi, MS, USA

While traveling on a surface street, at approximately 50 mph the engine decelerated very quickly. The dash instrumentation showed "engine fault service now!" the engine was sputtering and shaking as I attempted to accelerate to get over to the shoulder. I did get over safely. My wife and I were very badly shaken. After about 5 minutes I regained my composure enough to try to restart the car. It took about 3 tries to restart. The instruments were back to normal except the check engine light was on. I drove home without incident and turned the car off. A half hour later I tried to start the car and it did it again. The car has been towed to a repair shop. My wife is now afraid to drive this car. We live in Arizona. The speed limit is 65 mph. The average speed of cars on the highway is 75 mph just to keep up with the flow of traffic. Not if, but when this happens to a driver travelling at 65 to 70 mph there will be costly repercussions and hopefully no loss of life, but life changing injuries. This car is a death trap. I also have filed a claim in the ongoing Ford transmission settlement, vargas V. Ford Motor Co., case. No. 2:12-cv-08388-ab-ffm. I am sure that you are aware of this case. This car needs to be taken off our streets and highways. I know you will do your due diligence and please, sooner rather than later. I will have documentation when my car has been repaired, so feel free to contact me. When

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

Engine tends to falter when accelerating. Engine tends to hesitate. Shuddering and vibration regardless of whether on city street or highway.

- Blackfoot, ID, USA

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. While stationary and driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning upon acceleration. In addition, the rear passenger door latch became unlatched and the door opened. Furthermore, the vehicle's transmission failed due to the inability to shift to second gear properly. Bertwolfe Ford in charleston, West Virginia was made aware of the series of failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 20,000.

- South Charleston, WV, USA

I purchased the certified pre-owned Ford in 2014 and in 2016 had to it in for service on a clutch asy- sensor turbi issue. After a few weeks the vehicle was returned. The aforementioned happened again and was taken in for the 2nd time for the clutch asy-sensor turbi issue. On 11/17/2017 it was diagnosed with the same issues for the 3rd time, this time I was told its out of warranty. I explained that the vehicle had this issues two prior times and the clutch system was defective. I was then told to take the matter up with corporate. I also located a class action lawsuit against Ford for the same issues am facing. Please help hold Ford responsible for installing defective clutch systems in their vehicles.

- Temple Hills, MD, USA