Issue ID | 1348801 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10945165 |
Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
Brand | FORD |
Model | FOCUS |
Model Year | 2014 |
File date | 13/01/17 |
Component | POWER TRAIN |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Transmission fault: as i was driving the vehichle began to swerve and slow down. As i tried to maintain control i attempted to give the car gas but it would not move. Luckily i was able to hit the flashers and cars behind me went around. Transmission fault appeared in the info screen. The car was purchased in 2014 and has always had a stutter and shake during acceleration and deceleration. Also when putting it in gear a grinding sound is heard. I have taken it to the dealership several times and they say "oh it just takes getting used to". They have also claimed to "reset" it. With the car stopping and swerving i was very fortunate not to be in a sever accident. This happened right near the turnpike and large semis and heavy traffic were around. I was able to get to the roadside and call for help. Ford knows there is a problem. They have extended the warranty on transmission until 100,000. But this problem is dangerous. It needs to be recalled asap. Several thousand complaints and lawsuits have been filed. (see attachment) |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 16000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | COLUMBUS, OH |
VIN pattern | 1FADP3F20ELXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 30/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 50 |
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