The 2016 Ford Focus has 1205 problems & defects reported by Focus owners. The worst complaints are transmission, engine, and steering problems. C-Max; C-Max Energi; C-Max Hybrid; Contour Reliability 4/10 – Mechanical problems are widespread on the 2014 Ford Focus. We recommend avoiding models from 2012 – 2015 with some quality improvements in 2016. Performance 8/10 – Performance is average from the base 4-cylinder engine while the turbocharged motor offers more power than most competitors. Posted June 2, 2012. I recently had the front disks and pads replaced on the focus, with no issues, and the garage said the rears would need doing soon. Got the parts, and myself and brother in law (an ex mechanic), replaced rear disks and pads, no issues, but now the brake pedal is very soft+++. When engine off the pedal firms up OK, with It’s one of the most common Ford Focus problems owners report on the consumer site RepairPal. Owners have reported broken motor mounts in 12 model years from 2001 to 2013. The issue occurs The best way I have found to clean mine is to use a wet/dry vac. 1. Rod the drain tube with something soft like a 12” ty-wrap or a stranded wire so as not to damage anything inside. 2. Slip some ½” heater hose over the drain tube and secure the other end onto your wet/dry vac with duct tape. 3. Posted via FF Mobile. The easiest way to check the IAC , is to turn on the ac. When the compressor clutch. Engages the idle should increase. And vice a versa when disengaged. EDIT: unless it is stuck on high idle like you said all the time. Then clean or replace it 4 days ago · Your Repair Cost Forecast. Annual Service Costs for vehicles like yours. Your costs may vary. 48 K 60 K 72 K 84 K 96 K 108 K 120 K Miles $ 150 $ 300 $ 450 $ 600. 84 K - 96 K. $ 458. $ 237. Repair Fuel injectors are responsible for delivering fuel to the engine, and a dirty fuel injector can cause problems such as a rough idle. Dirt, grime, and other contaminants can build up in the fuel system over time, leading to clogged or blocked fuel injectors. Common sources of dirt in the fuel system include old fuel, dust, and dirt. 8021 posts · Joined 2003. #2 · Jan 19, 2011. There's a number of things to check: 1) the parking brake cable under the car (there a number of threads with pictures that address one) 2) The upper rear shock mount (inside the car) is know to make noises and there's a couple of fixes including a new mount and delrin inserts, and 3) my son found To apply this easy fix you do not need to be a mechanic or to have expensive fancy tools. This video will also show you how to get to the actual horn. Hope Qukt8N.