How common are engine problems in the 2010 Ford Focus?

NHTSA has logged 94 engine-related complaints for the 2010 Focus, making up 33% of the 287 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2010 Ford Focus engine problems?

No. The JSON data shows no related recalls listed for the engine complaints on this model year.

At what mileage do 2010 Focus engine problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on the 2010 Focus is 56,000 miles.

Did the 2010 Ford Focus engine issues cause crashes or fires?

NHTSA records show 5 crashes, 3 fires, and 4 injuries connected to the engine complaints for this model year.

What kind of engine failures do 2010 Focus owners report?

Owners describe stalling at various speeds, high idle or RPM surges while braking, misfires, and in some cases engine fires.

2010 Ford Focus Engine Problems

Engine problems account for 94 complaints on the 2010 Ford Focus, 33% of all 287 complaints filed for the year. Owners most often reported stalling, sudden high idle/RPM surges while braking, and engine fires, with failures reported at a median 56,000 miles. NHTSA lists no related recalls for this issue.

Engine complaints: 94; 33% of 287
Crashes reported: 5
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 56,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Engine suddenly stalls while driving at various speeds, then often restarts on its own after a delay.
Engine RPM surges or revs high on its own while the driver is braking or coming to a stop, sometimes pushing the car forward into another vehicle.
Some engine stalling events have been followed by smoke or fire, including cases while the vehicle was moving or parked after a crash.
Owners describe misfiring or rough, loud idling linked to wiring or sensor issues inside the engine.
Dealers in some cases replaced the throttle body or diagnosed an internal engine sensor failure after repeated stalling complaints.

When 2010 Ford Focus engine complaints were filed

First complaint May 9, 2010, latest Jul 1, 2024.

94 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2010 Q2 to 2024 Q3; peak 2016 Q3 (11).

Engine recalls for the 2010 Ford Focus

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Focus model year

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

201094 (33%)
201111 (10%)
2012606 (16%)
2013430 (20%)
2014560 (22%)
2015205 (20%)
2016303 (26%)
2017326 (36%)
2018364 (44%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems in the 2010 Ford Focus?: NHTSA has logged 94 engine-related complaints for the 2010 Focus, making up 33% of the 287 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2010 Ford Focus engine problems?: No. The JSON data shows no related recalls listed for the engine complaints on this model year.
At what mileage do 2010 Focus engine problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure for engine complaints on the 2010 Focus is 56,000 miles.
Did the 2010 Ford Focus engine issues cause crashes or fires?: NHTSA records show 5 crashes, 3 fires, and 4 injuries connected to the engine complaints for this model year.
What kind of engine failures do 2010 Focus owners report?: Owners describe stalling at various speeds, high idle or RPM surges while braking, misfires, and in some cases engine fires.