2009 Ford Focus Problems & Recalls
Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Electrical System (17.9% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.
Electrical System complaints here are 1.6× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 41 · 17.9% | not available | — |
| Power Train | 38 · 16.6% | not available | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 33 · 14.4% | not available | — |
| Suspension | 24 · 10.5% | not available | — |
| Wheels | 22 · 9.6% | not available | — |
| Air Bags | 19 · 8.3% | not available | — |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Complaints by component
Percentages are the share of the 229 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
Recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns are on file for this vehicle. New recalls can be issued at any time — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 FORD FOCUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY FAILED TO TURN IN THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN…”NHTSA complaint 10614909 — filed 07/21/2014 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“GOING 75 MPH WHEN CAR LOST POWER. PULLED OVER AND RESTARTED SEEMS TO WORK FINE UNTIL IT HAPPENS AGAIN. LUCKILY IT HAS ONLY HAPPENED WHEN…”NHTSA complaint 10593982 — filed 05/25/2014 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“I HAVE A 2009 FORD FOCUS. WHEN TURNING ON THE VEHICLE ONE MORNING A WRENCH LIGHT WAS ON AND PRESSING ON THE GAS THERE WAS…”NHTSA complaint 10585562 — filed 04/29/2014 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ford Focus?
Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 41 of 229 NHTSA complaints (17.9%), followed by power train (38), vehicle speed control (33), suspension (24). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2009 Ford Focus have?
229 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 26 involved a crash, 2 involved a fire, and 21 reported injuries. 3 deaths were reported.
Does the 2009 Ford Focus have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns are on file for this vehicle. New recalls can be issued at any time — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2009 Ford Focus's reported problems?
Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
