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2007 Ford Focus problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2007 Ford Focus sits mid-pack among Focus years: 524 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 1,139, with 2 recalls and one closed investigation. Reports tied to this model year include 2 deaths and 109 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across airbags (119), electrical system (88), and transmission (45), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

524

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

86

Crash-involved

11

Fires reported

109

Injuries

2

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Focus years?

Focus NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted5,152 complaints1999: 15 complaints2000: 5,152 complaints2001: 2,361 complaints2002: 1,198 complaints2003: 1,224 complaints2004: 499 complaints2005: 599 complaints2006: 270 complaints2007: 524 complaints2008: 336 complaints2009: 323 complaints2010: 409 complaints2011: 157 complaints2012: 4,967 complaints2013: 2,913 complaints2014: 3,614 complaints2015: 1,313 complaints2016: 1,560 complaints2017: 1,165 complaints2018: 1,105 complaints
Focus NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Ford Focus problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Airbags11923%
Electrical System8817%
Transmission459%
Latches & Locks306%
Tires & Wheels296%
Speed Control275%
Other255%
Body & Structure245%
Suspension234%
Brakes204%
Engine183%
Fuel System173%
Lighting153%
Steering132%
Visibility & Wipers122%
Seat Belts122%
Seats61%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)10%

Does the 2007 Ford Focus have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

08E050000LightingAugust 11, 2008 · 1,921 units

Defect

K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Consequence

WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.

06E056000Fuel SystemJune 13, 2006 · 58,640 units

Defect

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.

Consequence

FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy

UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“MY DAUGHTER WAS RECENTLY IN A HORRIFIC CAR CRASH IN HER BRAND NEW 2007 FORD FOCUS. THE CAR FLIPPED, HIT A TELEPHONE POLE (REAR END) LANDED ON THE TOP AND ROLLED. THE AIRBAGS (FRONT AND SIDE) NEVER DEPLOYED. MY DAUGHTER SUSTAINED HEAD INJURIES AND CUTS, SCRAPES & BRUISES - BUT THANK GOD SURVIVED.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · April 2, 2008 · crash

“WHILE DRIVING AROUND DOWN TOWN LOS ANGELES THE 2007 FORD FOCUS THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE WENT FLAT THEN THE ENGINE STALLED. WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO RESTART SMOKE WAS COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. WHEN WE GOT OUT OF THE CAR FLAMES WERE COMING FROM THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AREA. 911 WAS CALLED AND THE FIRE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 27, 2010 · fire

“WAS DRIVING IN GOOD WEATHER CONDITIONS AND 2007 FORD FOCUS BEGAN TO VEER TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT OUT OF CONTROL - I HAD NO CONTROL OVER THE STEERING OR BRAKES IS WAS AS IF THE CAR WENT ON AUTO PILOT AND STARTED DRIVING ITSELF. AFTER ABOUT TWENTY SECONDS OF ROCKING LEFT AND RIGHT IN THE ROAD THE CAR…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 14, 2007 · crash

“I HAVE SOME MAJOR CONCERNS WITH MY BRAND NEW FORD FOCUS. I WAS IN A VERY MINOR CAR ACCIDENT. THE ONLY DAMAGE TO MY VEHICLE WAS A COUPLE OF CRACKS IN THE FRONT BUMPER, LOSS OF THE FORD EMBLEM AND CRACKED GRILL. THE FRONT WAS NOT CAVED IN OR THE GRILL EITHER. THE SUPPORT BRACKETS FOR THE GRILL WERE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Latches & Locks · February 15, 2007 · crash

“FRONT LEFT TIRE BLEW CAUSING TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE CAR IT WENT OFF ROAD AND SLAMMED INTO A DITCH. FRONT BUMPER AND QUARTER PANEL DAMAGE, FRONT AXLE BROKE, RIMS DENTED, SUSPENSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED TO NAME A FEW. ALMOST 5000.00 IN DAMAGE. PERSON JERKED FORWARD ENOUGH TO HAVE CUTS IN THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · October 19, 2013 · crash

2007 Ford Focus — common questions

Is the 2007 Ford Focus reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 524 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Focus year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2007 Focus problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are airbags (119 complaints), electrical system (88 complaints), transmission (45 complaints).

Does the 2007 Ford Focus have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Ford Focus. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2007 Ford Focus under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Ford Focus years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Focus years to avoid are 2000, 2012, 2014, 2013, 2001, 2016, 2015, 2017, 2018. The cleanest record among Focus years belongs to 1999.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.