How common are engine problems on the 2013 Ford Focus?

NHTSA lists 430 Engine complaints for the 2013 Focus, which is 20% of the 2,111 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Ford Focus engine?

No related recalls are listed for the Engine area on the 2013 Focus in this data.

At what mileage do 2013 Focus engine problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this area is 43,000 miles.

Have engine complaints led to crashes or fires on the 2013 Focus?

Yes, NHTSA data tied to this area for the 2013 Focus includes 12 crashes, 7 fires, and 9 injuries.

Is engine a bigger complaint area for the 2013 Focus than other years?

The 20% share for 2013 is lower than the 22%, 26%, 36%, and 44% shares seen in 2014, 2016, 2017, and 2018, but higher than 2011's 10%.

2013 Ford Focus Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 430 Engine complaints for the 2013 Ford Focus, 20% of all complaints filed for this model year. Reported failures included sudden loss of acceleration, stalling, and engine fires, with a median mileage at failure of 43,000. No recalls are listed for this specific area.

Engine complaints: 430; 20% of 2,111
Crashes reported: 12
Fires reported: 7
Injuries reported: 9
Median mileage: 43,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden loss of acceleration or the engine failing to respond to the gas pedal, sometimes followed by a surge of power once the pedal is pressed again.
Some owners describe the vehicle stalling without warning at low speeds, including while slowing down to make a turn.
Several complaints describe an engine or dashboard fire starting while the vehicle was being driven or shortly after starting it.
Owners report the transmission jerking, slipping, or stalling in a way tied to engine behavior, in some cases leading to a crash.
A few complaints mention the vehicle jumping out of gear on the highway, requiring a full stop and restart to re-engage.

When 2013 Ford Focus engine complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 13, 2013, latest Sep 23, 2026.

430 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2013 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2019 Q3 (38).

Engine recalls for the 2013 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 on the 2013 Ford Focus?: NHTSA lists 430 Engine complaints for the 2013 Focus, which is 20% of the 2,111 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Ford Focus engine?: No related recalls are listed for the Engine area on the 2013 Focus in this data.
At what mileage do 2013 Focus engine problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this area is 43,000 miles.
Have engine complaints led to crashes or fires on the 2013 Focus?: Yes, NHTSA data tied to this area for the 2013 Focus includes 12 crashes, 7 fires, and 9 injuries.
Is engine a bigger complaint area for the 2013 Focus than other years?: The 20% share for 2013 is lower than the 22%, 26%, 36%, and 44% shares seen in 2014, 2016, 2017, and 2018, but higher than 2011's 10%.