2017 Ford Focus Electric
Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 7 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 33 |
| 2013 | 69 |
| 2014 | 55 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 7 |
Known problem areas
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
3 of 7 total reports mention: engine.
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I buy a 2017 Ford focus se. On September 2017 the engine lights turn on, I leave the car in greenford east colonial to fixed. Now on December the engine light turns on again.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-11
Brand new Focus Electric, less than 3 days old from dealer on 8/17/2017. For the last two days, I have driven less than 100 miles. Car was charged overnight and shows full charge this morning. I drove the car less than 30 miles today.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-08-21
Also filed under Electrical system and power train
Electrical system
3 of 7 total reports mention: electrical system.
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While driving around [XXX] PM on Thursday, [XXX], the Focus Electric displayed a "Stop Safely Now" message and proceeded to cut power going to the electric motor, allowing the car only to coast as if it was in neutral.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-20
Also filed under Vehicle speed control and fuel/propulsion system
Car has about 13,000 miles. Suddenly lost power while stopped at a traffic light. 'stop safely now' warning showed on dashboard. Tried for 10-15 minutes to restart, finally restarted and completed commute to work.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-06
Power train
2 of 7 total reports mention: power train.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 7 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Service brakes
1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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The regenerative brake system occasionally causes problems when on bumpy, slippery, or uneven pavement. The brakes appear to lock-up, or "Skip" When attempting to stop or slow down, causing the vehicle to slide forward abruptly.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-22
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2017 Ford Focus Electric — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2017 Ford Focus Electric reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Focus Electric?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Ford Focus Electric have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.