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2012 Ford Focus repairs by problem area

Engine (11%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (37%)

Brakes and Traction Control (1%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)

Other (4%)

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2012 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan

160-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

108000 mi

US $45
Braking was normal, but brake fluid reservior was at minimum. Decided to replace front pads rather than topping off. 

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2012 Ford Focus 4dr Hatch

160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD

51000 mi Wheel motion sensor died. 
4300 mi The PCM TCM ABS system needed to be reprogrammed. 

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2012 Ford Focus 4dr Hatch

160-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

3500 mi Emergency brake would not fully release after parking, leaving the brake light on. Bolts that hold the brake in place were loose. They were torqued down, fixing the problem. 

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2012 Ford Focus Brake Problems

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