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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2017 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 123hp 1.0L I3 6-speed manual FWD
13000 mi
oil pan leaking replaced oil pan gasket covered under warranty
Engine main seal leaking oil. Was not found on driveway due to areo shielding. But saw it on CV boot. Under warranty but est is $800
17000 mi
Head gasket recall. Factory installed incorrect gasket.
62000 mi
US $1000
I noticed that my coolant was disappearing. After 2 trips to the dealer to fill it up, 3 months later the head gasket failed for a second time after the original recall. Ford did not cover the faulty recall work. Luckily I had the extended warranty and had to pay the deductible.
7000 mi
Replaced head gasket
4788 mi
Pressure tested engine under Ford Customer Service Program 17B32. Car failed pressure test, so the engine was inspected for evidence of coolant in the cylinders. Evidence found so both the head gasket and cylinder head were replaced.
18457 mi
Repair oil leak: Install new turbo oil return tube gasket and o-ring. Install new oil feed tube
banjo bolt washers.
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