MYRModel Year Report

1999 Ford Focus

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1999 Ford Focus
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:44:08.713Z

Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Focus Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1999: 11 complaints 1999 2000: 3686 complaints 2001: 1761 complaints 2002: 939 complaints 2002 2003: 977 complaints 2004: 387 complaints 2005: 441 complaints 2005 2006: 204 complaints 2007: 391 complaints 2008: 250 complaints 2008 2009: 229 complaints 2010: 287 complaints 2011: 113 complaints 2011 2012: 3765 complaints 2013: 2109 complaints 2014: 2599 complaints 2014 2015: 1017 complaints 2016: 1179 complaints 2017: 895 complaints 2017 2018: 831 complaints 2018
1999: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
199911
20003686
20011761
2002939
2003977
2004387
2005441
2006204
2007391
2008250
2009229
2010287
2011113
20123765
20132109
20142599
20151017
20161179
2017895
2018831

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

7 of 11 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and emission control.

Show complaint excerpts

THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED, WHICH WAS CAUSED BY A CRACK IN THE ENGINE HEAD AND THE MOTOR MOUNT BEING BUSTED.*JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030225

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY THE VEHICLE WILL STALL. PLEASE FILL IN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. PH

NHTSA ODI report, 20030203

THE ENGINE MELTED COMPLETELY WITHOUT ANY WARNING. ACCORDING TO THE DEALER, THIS WAS DUE TO A FAILED IMPELLER IN THE WATER HEATER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20010830

STEERING

2 of 11 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing rack and pinion and tie rod assembly.

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 11 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing switch.

STRUCTURE

1 of 11 total reports mentions: structure.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Ford Focus — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

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WORST YEARS

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FAQ

Is the 1999 Ford Focus 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 1999 Ford Focus?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 64% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Ford Focus have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.