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2008 Ford Focus repairs by problem area
Engine (31%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (25%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)
Other (6%)
Chart based on 144 repairs.
2008 Ford Focus engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (3%)
$500 - $999 (16%)
$100 - $499 (28%)
< $100 (53%)
Chart based on 32 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Ford Focus
Engine not specified
| 28000 mi | engine vibrates and idles rough a tsp computer adjust was done but did not hide the problem, I think it is much bigger problem with motor, computer or electronic,and motor mounts are all very possible no codes so hard to fix by shop |
2008 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 34000 mi | Ignition switch was sticking in the start position after starting the engine. Ford replaced the ignition switch assembly. |
| 2000 mi | At 2100 miles the check engine light came on. it was determined that there was a fault in the fuel level circuit a new fuel level sensor was installed at the dealer in 1 hour |
| 6100 mi | At 6100 miles the gas tank fell out of my Focus on the freeway. I think this problem might be related to the gas level sensor I had replaced earlier perhaps they left a bolt or two out of the repair job! This was disturbing to say the least! |
| 13000 mi | Dealer didn't properly secure gas tank during earlier repair. Gas tank fell out while driving, heard it dragging and pulled over before any major damage occurred. |
| 41000 mi | metal in oil last time it was changed, so traded car |
2008 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 153000 mi US $800 |
Water pump was leaking |
| 168000 mi US $200 |
thermostat replaced, was stuck open due to seal coming off. |
| 130800 mi US $535 |
Motor mounts were shot and had all 3 replaced. |
| 55000 mi | I'm having a problem with car not running smooth at idle |
| 76000 mi US $200 |
Idler tension pulley was making a whining noise for some time due to the bearings wearing out. Belt and pulley were replaced. |
| 177200 mi US $399 |
heater bypass failed and car overheated |
| 180000 mi US $15 |
valve cover leaking oil into spark plug enclosure. |
| 123000 mi US $500 |
Thermostat, Cylinder head temperature sensor, Valve cover gasket, PCV valve replaced. |
| 117000 mi US $1500 |
Had catalytic converter replaced. Old one rusted out. Had fuel filter, spark plugs, ignition coils and valve cover gasket replaced. |
| 145000 mi | Engine mount was bad, causing vibration. Engine mount was replaced. Valve cover gaskets were leaking. Gaskets replaced. |
| 164000 mi US $450 |
Replacement Thermostat was faulty and failed prematurely; Water pump impeller was also damaged and needed to be replaced. Both were replaced and issue was solved |
| 9300 mi | Reflash computer for a shift flair on 3-4 shift |
| 91000 mi US $310 |
thermostat sticking closed, overheating, drove all weekend with heater on to keep temp down. took to dealer monday, repaired, problem gone. |
| 37200 mi US $233 |
Water pump failed. Failure also destroyed the serpentine belt. Replaced water pump and serpentine belt. Failure ocurred 3 months after warranty expired. |
| 9920 mi A $220 |
When stopping, car would jerk/shunt as auto transmission changed from 2nd to 1st gear |
| 10120 mi A $220 |
Shunting problem between 2nd & 1st gear (auto) when coming to a stop |
| 31000 mi | engine sensor assembly leaking oil |
| 38000 mi US $220 |
Bearing in belt tensioner went. Tensioner was replaced. |
| 115000 mi US $600 |
Thermostat stuck in open position. Replaced thermostat. Failed motor mount Car idle rough |
| 40500 mi | Belt and bander (belt tensioner) |
| 33000 mi | Car was shaking at idle-idle rpm too low. car was lugging on slight hills-OD kick-in speed set too low. Two ECU upgrades were done. |
2008 Ford Focus 2dr Coupe
140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 69000 mi US $30 |
Slow coolant leak, could not be replicated by dealer. Leaves small puddle under front drivers side. Antifreeze needs to be topped off every 3,000-5,000 mi. Update: never went away, worse in warm weather. |
| 2000 mi | Rattle from under car - loose heat shield/guard - tightened. |
| 10001 mi | 1. Car made horrible noise when reversing, sounded like rocks in the transmission. Cause was a rock caught in engine mount - shield was ordered and installed to prevent problem. Car made horrible noise when reversing, sounded like rocks in the transmission. Cause was a rock caught in engine mount - shield was ordered and installed to prevent problem. |
| 15500 mi | Loud tick from injectors - Ford has a TSB out, loud knocking if car looses traction, (also has a TSB), clutch pedal is squeaky, Burning oil, Lost 1.5 gallons of coolant in 18 months. |
| 18000 mi | Loud ticking noise from injectors. TSB solution did not fix it. 2/3 gallon coolant leaked out after 1500 miles, ordered new water pump, not replaced yet. Coolant leak - water pump replaced - leaking faster now. |
2008 Ford Focus 2dr Coupe
140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 41540 mi | Engine was racing when car was stopped or slowing down. |
| 99200 mi | Mass Flow sensor replaced |
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