Used 2014 Ford Focus Consumer Reviews
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Don't buy unless you have a great lemon law lawyer
Jill M., 06/20/2017
2014 Ford Focus S 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I wish I could give this car less than 1 star. I bought this car in 2013 because the safety ratings seemed to indicate it was good quality and it had great mpg. This car became a nightmare to own for the past three years and ruined Ford as a company for my entire family. Ford has designed a TERRIBLE transmission that CANNOT be repaired. For the Focuses and the Fusions the clutch WILL degrade and will need to be replaced over and over again. Your car will shake and shudder in stop and go traffic. It will lose power when going up hills, stalling out. With less than 30,000 miles on the car I had the clutch replaced 3 times, took the car in for 2 recalls, and 2 system reboots. Every Ford mechanic told me the same answer; there is no permanent solution for this car, just bring it back in when it starts to shudder again. I was smart enough to buy the premium warranty, providing me with a rental car each time I took it in, because this car was ALWAYS in the shop. Even though Ford knew they sold me a lemon, their mechanics know it, their sales reps know it, they even train people specifically to deal with disappointed Focus and Fusion owners, they would not honor the lemon law and agree to a buy back process. After hiring an attorney to represent me and a year of jumping through hoops I have finally got my money back and got out of this car. I will never be buying a Ford again after this terrible car.
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stat focused
Phil, 05/18/2016
2014 Ford Focus SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I was never aware of The transmission issue before I bought the Ford Focus. I enjoy driving the car it is great handling and driving on the highway,with the constant repairs being made. I have informed the dealership and they have ordered the required parts. Lets' see if they hold to the workmanship of the repairs. If not the games will start.
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11 MONTHS--20,000 MILES--NO PROBLEMS **UPDATE
texasaustin, 01/18/2015
updated 02/17/2017
2014 Ford Focus Titanium 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6AM)
5 of 11 people found this review helpful
Writing because see negative reviews. 2014 5-door Titanium--loaded. No problems at all 20,000 miles. "Auto manual" transmission is a little quirky-adapt to it. Power more than adequate-flooring it has a 1-2 second delay--plan ahead. Usually add oil when 1/2 quart low-wanted to see how long before must add oil. 5w20 full synthetic not quart low after 10,000 miles. Wish less firm ride but it came with the package. Every car should have capless fuel filler, auto/pushbutton start, auto climate control, auto answer phone system, auto on head light. My Ford info system-learn it-seldom malfunctions. Gas mile average 29.9-30.4. (Saw 46.6 on 26 mile loop@71 speed control--40.6@71 over 50mi on IH-35. **UPDATE 2/16/17--70,000 MILES. Gas mileage average now: 31 winter/ 31.6 summer. 1 problem: Battery failed under warranty & due to so many smart electronic systems, caused many false symptoms. Fixed under warranty but took dealer 3 days to figure out the battery was the real issue. 1 past recall but I don't recall for what--fixed during normal service interval. Just notified of 1 more recall for door latch issue--No issue for me with 70,000 miles but will take it in during next regular servicing--recall provides a loaner car. OEM tires lasted about 50,000 miles but were rated for less than that. Automatic oil analysis system in car tells when to change oil--has consistently been in the 10,000 mile range. I use Mobil-1 extended life full synthetic so, I am comfortable with the longer oil change intervals. I still love the auto-on headlights, capless fuel filler, pushbutton start, key fob auto start, hands free auto answer phone system & auto climate control. (set & forget auto climate control is better for hot weather than cold weather.)
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Do not buy this car
Mr. C, 09/23/2015
2014 Ford Focus SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
ITS A LEMON!!!!
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I love my Focus
JP, 08/19/2015
2014 Ford Focus SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
Reading about cars is my leisure activity. Because of that, I knew to avoid My Ford Touch and the dual clutch transmission. Equipped with a manual and My Ford, my focus is the best car I've ever owned. It has some issues, the voice control button works only about 80% of the time, and the dash rattles during winter. However, the car is comfortable, quiet, fun to drive, has great speakers, has functional space, the transmission is very smooth, and has a nice interior. Additionally, the fuel milage beats the EPA estimate of 28 mpg combined. My Focus averages between 30 and 36 mpg combined. I recommend the car to all of my friends and family.
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