2012 Ford Focus Electric vs 2013 Ford Focus Electric
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Ford Focus Electric | 2013 Ford Focus Electric |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 33 | 69 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 22 | 25 |
| Investigations | 4 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 105 | 105 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 19,202 mi | 5,600 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Focus Electric | Ford Focus Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 14 | 37 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 27 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 15 |
| Engine | 2 | 16 |
| Steering | 6 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 5 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 5 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 12 |
2012 Ford Focus Electric
2013 Ford Focus Electric
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.