1999 Ford Focus Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Focus years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 20th of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Ford Focus. That ranks 20th out of 20 Focus model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (6 complaints, 55%), typically at around 119,754 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 11owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Ford Focus problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 55% | 119,754 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 18% | 166,508 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 18% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 9% | 125 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Ford Focus recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Ford Focus.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 45 mph on the highway the vehicle stalled without warning. It was restarted but stalled again. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop and later driven to the dealer. The dealer could not determine the problem. Updated 11/14/2006 - the failure a ay…
Consumer requesting recall information on 1999 focus. *ts the consumer experienced emission problems. *jb
Head impact tubes (oflex tubes) are being installed the majority of the time by hand on head liners at former employer grupo antolin-wayne 47440 michigan ave. Suite 130, canton, michigan 48188. The head impact tube are to be meet federal regulated safety standards, they are to be put on by a fixed…
While placing the key in the ignition vehicle would not start. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection., and mechanic replaced solenoid switch. *ak
When brakes are applied brake pedal goes to the floor. Consumer had to use emergency brake to stop the vehicle. Cause unknown. While driving up a hill engine stalled. Dealer replaced the fuel filter. *ak
Other Ford Focus years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Focus | 837 | 7 |
| 2017 Focus | 898 | 10 |
| 2016 Focus | 1,183 | 10 |
| 2015 Focus | 1,022 | 9 |
| 2014 Focus | 2,603 | 12 |
| 2013 Focus | 2,112 | 11 |
| 2012 Focus | 3,769 | 7 |
| 2011 Focus | 113 | 0 |
| 2010 Focus | 287 | 0 |
| 2009 Focus | 229 | 0 |
| 2008 Focus | 250 | 1 |
| 2007 Focus | 391 | 0 |
| 2006 Focus | 205 | 0 |
| 2005 Focus | 441 | 1 |
| 2004 Focus | 387 | 1 |
| 2003 Focus | 977 | 1 |
| 2002 Focus | 939 | 1 |
| 2001 Focus | 1,761 | 7 |
| 2000 Focus | 3,686 | 11 |
| 1999 | 11 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Ford Focus?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Ford Focus?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 Ford Focus a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Focus model years, the 1999 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.