2011 Ford Focus recalls and problems
No recalls and 113 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Ford Focus.
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2011 Ford Focus recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Forcus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed power steering pump. The contact was…
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction and instead turned in the opposite direction. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed steering column. The contact…
I hit an animal in my way to work as I reported the accident to my insurance company they were going to cover the parts and have it towed to my choice as it was however the professional car shop wasn't able to fix the anti theft that caused my car to not turn over as I was then told to take it to the nearest Ford…
I did not crash the vehicle I bought it preowned
My car made grinding sounds when turning the steering wheel. My mechanic found a leak on Power Steering Pump & replaced it. My car has only 48,800 miles & there's a recall for Ford Trucks with the same problem.
Focus model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | 250 | 21 | 0 |
| 2009 | 0 | 229 | 26 | 2 |
| 2010 | 0 | 287 | 22 | 4 |
| 2011 | 0 | 113 | 8 | 0 |
| 2012 | 7 | 3,770 | 107 | 15 |
| 2013 | 11 | 2,112 | 49 | 12 |
| 2014 | 12 | 2,606 | 68 | 9 |
Across all years, the 2012 Focus has the most complaints (3,770). All Ford Focus years →
Questions
- Does the 2011 Ford Focus have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2011 Ford Focus as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Ford Focus?
- Owners have filed 113 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (25 complaints), followed by power train (20).
- How many 2011 Ford Focus complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 8 of 113 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 10 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 14, 2026.