How many electrical complaints does the 2014 Ford Focus Electric have?

NHTSA lists 30 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 model year, which is 55% of all 55 complaints filed for that year.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Ford Focus Electric electrical system?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this problem area.

At what mileage do these electrical problems usually happen?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 4,918 miles for this problem area.

Did any of these electrical complaints involve fires or crashes?

NHTSA records show 1 fire, 1 crash, and 1 injury associated with Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Focus Electric.

How does 2014 compare to other Focus Electric model years for electrical complaints?

The 2014 model year has the highest complaint count in this area among listed years, with 30 complaints versus 27 in 2013, 14 in 2012, and 4 each in 2015 and 2016.

2014 Ford Focus Electric Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 30 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Ford Focus Electric, 55% of all 55 complaints filed for the year. No related recall is listed for this problem area. Median mileage at failure is 4,918 miles.

Electrical System complaints: 30; 55% of 55
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 4,918 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report a "stop safely now" warning that appears suddenly and causes a total loss of power to the wheels while still moving, sometimes at highway speeds.
Several drivers describe the car shutting down completely, with dash gauges going dark and the vehicle stalling in traffic or while braking at a red light.
One owner reported a charging outlet melting after the vehicle was plugged in, with the failure recurring on more than one occasion.
Some complaints describe the vehicle becoming unresponsive to the remote key and doors locking after a shutdown, leaving the car undriveable.
One owner was told the electrical harness needed replacement after repeated shutdown warnings and error messages including tire fault and engine coolant errors.

When 2014 Ford Focus Electric electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 28, 2013, latest Apr 18, 2019.

30 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2013 to Apr 2019; peak Nov 2014 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2014 Ford Focus Electric

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Focus Electric model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201214 (42%)
201327 (39%)
201430 (55%)
20154 (33%)
20164 (80%)
20173 (43%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2014 Ford Focus Electric have?: NHTSA lists 30 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 model year, which is 55% of all 55 complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Ford Focus Electric electrical system?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this problem area.
At what mileage do these electrical problems usually happen?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 4,918 miles for this problem area.
Did any of these electrical complaints involve fires or crashes?: NHTSA records show 1 fire, 1 crash, and 1 injury associated with Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Focus Electric.
How does 2014 compare to other Focus Electric model years for electrical complaints?: The 2014 model year has the highest complaint count in this area among listed years, with 30 complaints versus 27 in 2013, 14 in 2012, and 4 each in 2015 and 2016.