KNOWN FAULTS · Ford

Ford Focus (II) 1.4 / 1.6 Duratec / Ti-VCT common problems.

2004–2011 · Petrol

Sources are not verified in real time and no entry confirms that your car is affected.

By what you notice

A warning light comes on2 sheets

Jerking or losing power2 sheets

Noises or vibration1 sheet

Leaking or using oil1 sheet

Applies if: Weak points of this model from inspections, breakdown statistics and recalls; anything specific to one engine is stated in the sheet.

2.0 TDCi turbo, coils and suspension on the Focus IIKnown weak points

Engine / equipment: Ford Focus II (petrol and diesel)
Period mentioned: 2004–2011
Symptoms: On the 2.0 TDCi, a turbo starved of oil by a coked feed pipe; clogged EGR and auxiliary-belt tensioner; hesitation from moisture in the coil; the 1.6 Ti-VCT phaser; number-plate light, tailgate switch, ABS sensors and air conditioning; at the roadworthiness test, suspension, discs, oil leaks, exhaust and lights.
Possible cause described: The 2.0 TDCi turbo oil pipe ran too close to the manifold (fixed from 2008). Recalls: cooling-fan module (fire risk), 2.0 TDCi brake servo in the cold, a power-steering line and coolant monitoring.
Check for the garage: On the 2.0 TDCi, change the oil often and check the turbo pipe; check campaigns by VIN; check suspension and discs.
Cost cited in the source: No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Misfires on the petrol Focus II: washer fluid dripping into the spark plug wellsIgnition

Engine / equipment: Petrol Ford Focus II
Period mentioned: 2004–2011
Symptoms: The engine misfires (jerks, runs on three cylinders) and the engine warning light comes on; often after using the screen wash or in the rain.
Possible cause described: AUTO BILD (April 2010): on the petrol Focus II the washer jets on the bonnet leak and the aggressive fluid drips into the spark plug wells, where the plugs corrode until they fail.
Check for the garage: Have the coil removed and look for fluid or corrosion in the spark plug well. As well as drying it and replacing the plug (and the coil if needed), the leaking washer jet or pipe must be repaired, or it will happen again.
Cost cited in the source: No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Applies if: Only with a manual gearbox.

The clutch pedal over-centre spring breaks on the Focus IIClutch and flywheel

Engine / equipment: Ford Focus II with manual gearbox
Period mentioned: 2004–2011
Symptoms: The clutch pedal feels different: heavier, without help at the end of its travel, or it does not return fully; sometimes with a snap when it breaks.
Possible cause described: AUTO BILD (April 2010): on the Focus II the clutch pedal over-centre spring (the one that helps press and return the pedal) breaks again and again.
Check for the garage: Before replacing the clutch or its cylinders, have the pedal spring under the dashboard checked: it is a cheap part. If the pedal does not come back, do not drive until it is repaired.
Cost cited in the source: No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.