2012 Ford Focus
The 2012 Ford Focus has 4,988 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (28%) concerns drivetrain & axles. After that come steering (19%) and engine (10%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 4,988 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Drivetrain & axles 28% of complaints
- Recalls
- 7
- Fuel economy
- 29 to 32 MPG combined
- Safety rating
- 4 of 5 stars NHTSA overall
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
The 2012 Ford Focus has 4,988 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (28%) concerns drivetrain & axles. After that come steering (19%) and engine (10%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2012 Ford Focus
Recalls
The 2012 Ford Focus is affected by 7 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 8 versions of the 2012 Ford Focus. Combined fuel economy ranges from 29 to 32 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 28 city / 39 highway.
Safety rating
In NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2012 Ford Focus earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.