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2009 Ford Focus repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (19%)

Other (7%)

Chart based on 97 repairs.
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2009 Ford Focus other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (25%)

< $100 (63%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan

140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

57700 mi

US $102
Windshield washer resevoir leaking. Replaced. 

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2009 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan

140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

24300 mi Front passenger door sometimes needs two pulls to open. 
25000 mi Dealer replaced latch mechanism inside of door 
60760 mi

C $700
Light housing has moisture in it causing light to burn out 
79120 mi

C $150
Lug nuts apparently rusted and cracked 

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2009 Ford Focus 2dr Coupe

143-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

74700 mi

US $40
Exterior driver's door handle failed to open door. Required replacement of "door handle reinforcement" beneath door panel. 

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2009 Ford Focus 2dr Coupe

140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

96100 mi Exterior door handle became uncoupled from door latch, so the car door couldn't be opened from the outside. This 'repair' was just a diagnosis. I'll need to get parts to repair. 

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2009 Ford Focus Other Problems

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