The 2016 Ford Focus has a elevated safety risk profile with 7 recall campaigns and 1,172 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

1,172

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

17V0520002017-24-01

STRUCTURE:BODY

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 Focus and C-Max vehicles. The floor pan may have improperly welded left-hand apron joints.

Improperly welded apron joints may reduce the front-end structural integrity of the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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18V7350002018-22-10

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles with a 2.0L GDI or 2.0L GTDI engine. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, possibly causing excessive vacuum in fuel vapor management system.

The excessive vaccuum may result in an engine stall while driving, without warning and without the ability to restart the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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18V8450002018-28-11

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with a 1.0L Fox GTDI engine and a 6-speed manual transmission. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.

A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.

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18V1690002018-12-03

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Ford Fusion vehicles equipped with a 1.6L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission and 2015-2016 Ford Focus vehicles equipped with a 1.0L GTDI engine and 6-speed manual transmission. Also included are four 2017 Ford Focus vehicles that had clutch replacements with potentially affected parts. The clutch may fracture, resulting in damage to the transmission assembly and possibly a transmission fluid leak.

A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.

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16V6980002016-28-09

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Ford Focus hatchback vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to August 26, 2016 and equipped with a manual transmission. The hatchback of the affected vehicles may be unlatched with a single press of the interior latch release button. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

With only a single press needed, the driver may accidently unlatch the hatchback, increasing the risk of injury to any unsecured passengers in the back.

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23V9050002023-22-12

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus and 2018-2022 Ford EcoSport vehicles. The oil pump drive belt or drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loss of engine oil pressure.

A loss of oil pressure can result in an engine stall and a loss of power braking assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

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26V0120002026-15-01

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Focus, 2019 Explorer, and 2024 Explorer vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 1,172 owners have filed complaints about the 2016 Ford Focus. POWER TRAIN issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Power Train500

02Engine81

03Fuel/propulsion System81

04Unknown Or Other52

05Power Train,engine40

1,172 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Focus Fuel Economy

22–105mpg combined

19-110city

25-99hwy

$700-$2,650/yr

Across 11 configurations, the 2016 Ford Focus returns 22–105 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Focus Electric - Automatic (A1)

105mpg

Front-Wheel DriveEV

110 city99 hwy~$700/yr10/10 Clean

Focus FWD - Manual 6-spd

34mpg

1.0L 3-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

30 city41 hwy~$1,300/yr8/10 Clean

Focus FWD - Automatic (S6)

32mpg

1.0L 3-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

28 city39 hwy~$1,350/yr8/10 Clean

Focus FWD - Automatic (AM6)

31mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

27 city39 hwy~$1,400/yr7/10 Clean

Focus FWD FFV - Automatic (AM6)

31mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

27 city39 hwy~$1,400/yr7/10 Clean

Focus FWD - Automatic (AM-S6)

30mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

26 city37 hwy~$1,450/yr7/10 Clean

Focus FWD FFV - Automatic (AM-S6)

30mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

26 city37 hwy~$1,450/yr7/10 Clean

Focus FWD - Manual 5-spd

29mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

26 city36 hwy~$1,500/yr7/10 Clean

Focus FWD FFV - Manual 5-spd

29mpg

2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

26 city36 hwy~$1,500/yr7/10 Clean

Focus ST FWD - Manual 6-spd

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

22 city30 hwy~$1,750/yr6/10 Average

Focus RS AWD - Manual 6-spd

22mpg

2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

19 city25 hwy~$2,650/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2016 Ford Focus

34States

26%in top 3

12% of the market sits in Florida, though listings span 34 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

FLFlorida

18412%

MIMichigan

1198%

TXTexas

1006%

CACalifornia

946%

PAPennsylvania

906%

ILIllinois

735%

WAWashington

614%

OHOhio

543%

MOMissouri

503%

NCNorth Carolina

483%

DCWashington DC

473%

DEDelaware

463%

INIndiana

403%

AZArizona

403%

OROregon

393%

MNMinnesota

342%

COColorado

312%

GAGeorgia

292%

OKOklahoma

292%

NYNew York

252%

VAVirginia

242%

WIWisconsin

242%

UTUtah

221%

TNTennessee

221%

MD21

NJ21

KY21

MA18

NH16

ID14

NV13

NE11

IA9

NM9

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2016.

Buying a 2016 Ford Focus?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2016 Ford Focus a good car to buy?

The 2016 Ford Focus has its strengths and its watch-outs. 7 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report power train as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2016 Ford Focus?

There are 7 documented recalls for the 2016 Ford Focus. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2016 Ford Focus?

You'll get between 22 and 105 MPG combined from the 2016 Ford Focus, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2016 Ford Focus?

Out of 1,172 owner complaints, power train issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.