2008 Ford Focus problems by component
250 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Ford Focus, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System → | 57 | 23% | 86,500 mi |
| Structure → | 41 | 16% | 74,100 mi |
| Air Bags → | 26 | 10% | 57,475 mi |
| Latches/locks/linkages → | 25 | 10% | 52,975 mi |
| Power Train → | 23 | 9% | 77,000 mi |
| Suspension → | 23 | 9% | 33,500 mi |
| Tires → | 18 | 7% | 30,000 mi |
| Engine → | 14 | 6% | 83,000 mi |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 14 | 6% | 70,000 mi |
| Wheels → | 14 | 6% | 60,000 mi |
| Steering → | 12 | 5% | — |
| Service Brakes → | 11 | 4% | 82,500 mi |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 3% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 3% | — |
| Visibility | 5 | 2% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 1% | — |
| Seats | 3 | 1% | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 1% | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 0% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.