Ford Focus RS Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 5, 2018 · 6 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Ford Focus RS, across 1 model years (2016–2016). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is power train.

Ford Focus RS years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Focus RS model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2016 Focus RS: 6 complaints, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Ford Focus RS problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Power Train310
Engine210

All Ford Focus RS model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2016 Focus RS60—Power Train

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Frequently asked questions

Which Ford Focus RS years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (6). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Ford Focus RS?

Power Train, with 3 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Ford Focus RS have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.