Used 2012 Ford Focus Consumer Reviews
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Avoid this unreliable car
wrenthamma, 10/19/2013
2012 Ford Focus SEL 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6AM)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
In addition to transmission-related grinding, shuddering and halting described by every other reviewer, I have experienced the following problems: At 5,500 miles, the "body control module" failed, resulting in loss of instruments, headlamps, tail lights, turn signals, etc. while driving. The car was, of course, not road worthy, and required 3 days of repairs. At 9,000 miles, the "audio control module" failed, requiring two days of repairs. The vehicle's electrical system is still not quite right. Recently (26,000 mi) a bearing required replacing (2 days of repairs). Finally, the clutch needs replacing (2-3 days estimated repairs). Bottom line: This car is not reliable and should be avoided.
This car is a trap
Zach, 09/27/2019
2012 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
It borders on criminal that Ford dealerships continue selling this car. Whoever wrote the review for this website is a fool. Owning the car for less than 4 years it has needed repairs 4 times for transmission and suspension issues on one occasion requiring a previous repair to be fixed. This vehicle has been a nightmare. The worst of it for me is the total lack responsibility taken on Ford's part. This company does not stand behind their product. Never again will they get a dime from me.
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2012 Ford Focus S Nightmare in Texas.
Texas Focus Nightmare., 03/01/2019
updated 03/05/2021
2012 Ford Focus S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My older Sister purchase the vehicle brand new before retiring and it turn out to be a maintenance nightmare. Transmission drop the first year, Brake pads and rotors replace, Transmission failed a second time. all of this under 30217 miles. Ford engineers should ask for a refund on their college education or rename Ford to Fiat. We are so disappointed.. UPDATE: 5 March 2021 Thigs are still breaking under 45,000 miles. We will bever but a Ford again, dealership service is awful. total ripoff.....
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Love my Focus!
Ann Davis, 09/17/2018
2012 Ford Focus SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had no problems with this car except for a transmission recall that was promptly fixed by the dealership. I have had it for 7 years.
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Great ride. Bad Transmission
Jacob M., 03/10/2018
2012 Ford Focus SEL 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6AM)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
If you are looking to get a great ride at a good price. The Ford Focus is definitely a car for you. This car has almost never let me down. It ride so comfortable. Has wonderful gas mileage. Plus you can maneuver just about anywhere as well as park. This car has awesome technology to: great sound system, sync voice activated command system, and stylish interior lighting. Just be careful because some of these cars have bad transmissions. Mine failed on me. That the worst part about this car. But Ford does have recalls on the bad parts. So as long as you are cool with taking it in to get fixed if anything breaks then this car is a good choice.
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