| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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 other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (25%)
< $100 (75%)
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.
2008 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan
140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 49072 mi US $100 |
Emergency brake not functioning. Repaired under extended warranty. Paid deductible. |
| 53000 mi US $84 |
Windshield washer nozzles leaking. Units replaced. |
| 130700 mi US $133 |
driver's door handle won't open. Door reinforcement replaced to repair it |
| 100800 mi US $75 |
Had to replace driver's side door handle reinforcement. Outer Door Handle would not open door. |
| 15000 mi | At approx. 13.2K miles the Focus developed a whine/hum at 46, 48 to 50, 56, and 60 to 62 mph. I've had tire noise for over 13K miles, so I knew the new noise was not tires. Also, when flooring the car from take-off, the 1-2 shift has a 1 sec. hesitation |
| 34000 mi | Brakes still making noise since previous trip. Told that front brake pads should have been replaced but Ford wouldn't approve. Front end noise was different than before. Told that tires were cupped and bad and needed replaced. |
2008 Ford Focus 2dr Coupe
140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 18000 mi | Bumper pops off, replaced right side bumper reinforcement. |
| 69000 mi US $30 |
Plastic windshield washer nozzle froze, cracked, and fell off. Replaced by dealer. |
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