Coolant hose / overheating (2012–2015)
usually 0–120,000 km · High risk
Signs: Coolant loss, temperature warning
Fix: Check recall; replace hose
€100–400
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Ford Focus IV
2018–2025 · Ford Focus 4
5
engines covered
11
known faults
164,372
roadworthiness tests in the statistics
31
official recalls
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The Ford Focus IV was built from 2018 to 2025.
For this generation we cover 5 engines and 11 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is Timing chain (7 mm) premature wear / breakage: it usually appears at 40,000–240,000 km and costs €0–3,500 to fix.
In UK roadworthiness tests in 2024, at 50–100 thousand km this model most often failed on: tyres and wheels (6.9 %), lights, wipers and visibility (5.4 %), brakes (3.4 %). It fails more often than an average car of the same age and mileage on: steering, exhaust, emissions and leaks. It fails less often than average on: suspension.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 EcoBoost / 1.0 Ti-VCT (Fox) | Petrol | Wet belt · 150,000 km | 5W-20 · Ford WSS-M2C948-B · ~4.1 L · every 15,000 km |
| 1.5 EcoBoost (3-cyl Dragon, 2018+) | Petrol | Chain | 5W-20 · Ford WSS-M2C948-B · every 15,000 km |
| 2.3 EcoBoost (Focus ST Mk4, Focus RS Mk3) | Petrol | Chain | — |
| 1.5 BlueHDi / EcoBlue (DV5R) | Diesel | Chain | 0W-30 / 5W-30 · PSA B71 2312 · ~4.25 L · every 15,000 km |
| 2.0 EcoBlue (Ford 'Panther') | Diesel | Wet belt · 200,000 km | 0W-30 / 5W-30 · Ford WSS-M2C950-A / 952-A1 · ~6.2 L · every 15,000 km |
Faults by engine
1.0 EcoBoost / 1.0 Ti-VCT (Fox)
Wet timing belt inspection
usually 100,000–160,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Belt in oil degrades
Fix: Inspect; replace per schedule
€700–1,300
1.5 EcoBoost (3-cyl Dragon, 2018+)
Oil pump drive belt (runs in oil)
usually 200,000–260,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: No warning before it fails — oil pressure can drop
Fix: Replace the oil pump belt at Ford's scheduled interval
€300–700
2.3 EcoBoost (Focus ST Mk4, Focus RS Mk3)
No typical faults on record.
1.5 BlueHDi / EcoBlue (DV5R)
Timing chain (7 mm) premature wear / breakage
usually 40,000–240,000 km · High risk
model years 2017–2023 only
Signs: Cold-start metallic rattle, timing codes — can destroy the engine (built Oct 2017 – Jan 2023)
Fix: Check Stellantis extended warranty (10 yrs / 240,000 km); 8 mm chain + camshaft carrier kit
€0–3,500
Fuel rail nut leak — fire risk (2023–2025)
usually 0–200,000 km · High risk
model years 2023–2025 only
Signs: Diesel smell in the engine bay
Fix: Check recall status (free)
free / recall
AdBlue tank / pump failure
usually 60,000–160,000 km · High risk
Signs: 'Starting impossible in X km' warning
Fix: Replace the AdBlue module (extended cover exists)
€0–1,300
EGR / DPF
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Power loss, DPF light
Fix: Clean or replace
€300–1,500
2.0 EcoBlue (Ford 'Panther')
Oil pump drive belt (runs in oil)
usually 80,000–200,000 km · High risk
Signs: Sudden oil pressure loss — can destroy the engine (Transit 2016–2019)
Fix: Inspect / replace the belt proactively
€500–1,200
Wet timing belt degradation
usually 150,000–240,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Belt in oil degrades over time
Fix: Replace per schedule
€700–1,400
AdBlue / NOx sensor
usually 80,000–180,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: AdBlue warning
Fix: Replace sensor or heater
€300–900
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
Automatic (torque converter)
Torque converter / valve body
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Delayed or harsh shifts
Fix: Fluid service, repair
€300–2,500
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 1.0 EcoBoost / 1.0 Ti-VCT (Fox) engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing belt kit + water pump (belt runs in oil)Engine | every 150,000 km or every 72 months | €700–1,400 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Roadworthiness tests by mileage
Share of tests in the United Kingdom (DVSA MOT, 2024) that this model failed because of each system. Bold red means more often and green less often than an average car of the same age and mileage. Sample: 164,372 tests.
| thousand km | 0–50 | 50–100 | 100–150 | 150–200 | 200–250 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 1.3 % | 3.4 % | 4.4 % | 4.0 % | 4.5 % |
| Suspension | 0.4 % | 0.8 % | 1.4 % | 1.7 % | 3.0 % |
| Steering | 0.3 % | 0.6 % | 0.6 % | 0.3 % | 0.4 % |
| Tyres and wheels | 4.5 % | 6.9 % | 8.3 % | 7.7 % | 8.9 % |
| Lights, wipers and visibility | 3.2 % | 5.4 % | 9.7 % | 13.0 % | 14.8 % |
| Body and corrosion | 0.1 % | 0.3 % | 0.5 % | 0.7 % | 1.4 % |
| Exhaust, emissions and leaks | 1.1 % | 2.1 % | 3.7 % | 4.2 % | 3.9 % |
Owner complaints in the US
Which systems owners reported to the US agency NHTSA and at what mileage. Complaints are not confirmed faults and some relate to recalls. Sample: 462 complaints.
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (31). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
- Engine / loss of power Transit Courier: Diesel DV-Neo Engine Coolant Pump Update15/06/2026 · R/2026/237
- Electronics / software Multi Vehicle Line (MVL): Telecommunications Control Module (TCU) loss of Function Software Update05/05/2026 · R/2026/181
- Engine / loss of power 25C75 Focus - Lane Centering Assist Software Update18/03/2026 · R/2026/111
- Electronics / software 25C77 Focus Telematics Control Unit Software Update13/02/2026 · R/2026/059
- Visibility Frozen Rearview Camera Screen24/09/2025 · R/2025/361
- Visibility CrossCar: Sync3 Rear-View Camera Software Update08/09/2025 · R/2025/359
- Steering X-Car Powertain Control Module (PCM) Software Update19/12/2024 · R/2025/094
- Steering Focus Clutch Pedal spring potential touch condition EPAS power Supply wiring19/12/2024 · R/2024/442
The other recalls (23) are listed in the app.
Other generations
Ford Focus I 1998–2004Ford Focus II 2004–2011Ford Focus III 2011–2018
Sources and notes
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles.
Updated 07/10/2026