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2013 Ford Focus repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (22%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

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

Other (3%)

Chart based on 365 repairs.
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2013 Ford Focus other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (22%)

< $100 (78%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Ford Focus 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 252hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

2000 mi Rear view mirror is slightly distorted when using the flipped 'night mode'. Got the mirror replaced and the problem is still here but not as bad. 
73000 mi

US $100
Rear hatch 
10000 mi Stud broke off front wheel hub. After some push back dealer agreed to fix on Warranty. 
3100 mi Windshield wipers needed adjustment as the swing was too wide and running over the trim.  
10000 mi

US $130
Continuous vibration at 40-60mph had tires rebalanced 3 times at out of pocket expense by Ford. Problem is still somewhat apparent with steering wheel vibration at speed. 
58200 mi

US $50
Lug Nuts Over Torqued when Dealer aligned car, nuts seized and were destroyed upon removal. Wheel was slightly damaged (cosmetic). 

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2013 Ford Focus 4dr Hatch

160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed automatic FWD

7000 mi Hatchback struts began leaking fluid and no longer held the tailgate open. Was replaced at dealer at no cost. 
17000 mi warranty work. cover handle replaced. 

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2013 Ford Focus 4dr Hatch

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

5000 mi Driver's door lock froze and door wouldn't stay shut. 
3000 mi Passenger seat won't adjust 

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2013 Ford Focus 4dr Hatch

143-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD

20000 mi While completing the door latch recall, they noticed a broken cable and had to order the part which took a few days. 

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2013 Ford Focus Other Problems

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