2013 Ford Focus Engine cooling Problems

“We were driving eastbound on 290 at 1st ave.our vehicle stopped accelerating. We pulled over to the shoulder. We called the Ford 1-800 number and requested tow service and that an illinois trooper be called. We also called the dealership where we purchased the brand new car. The person at the dealership suggested we try starting the car again. Seconds after starting the car again, a flame burst out of the front hood. We evacuated the vehicle. Moments later more flames appeared , followed by the entire front of the car becoming engulfed in flames.”

“The transmission shifts roughly between first and second gear. It causes the car to shutter and on an incline, has caused the vehicle to roll backwards. I have taken the car to a Ford dealership at least 4 times to fix the issue, but they have told me each time that there is no problem with the transmission. My driver door and driver-side passenger door have both opened while I was driving because of a faulty latch. They opened on separate occasions, so I have been to Ford twice because of the door not closing. Lastly, the AC has two separate issues where it doesn't work. …”

“I bought a brand new 2013 Ford Focus in january 2013 after having previously owned a 2011 Ford Focus that was having transmission issues. The dealership had told me that the 2013 Focus models had a redone transmission that was more expensive and didn't have the issues that plagued the 2011 Ford Focus. Turns out it is the same transmission, except with a computer update which does not fix the issue. Within the first few weeks, my car was 'shuddering' for lack of a better description when accelerating; the RPM's go up sporadically to, revving the engine higher than it needs to go. …”

“Car jerks when accelerating. After being stopped and stepping on the gas, car feels like it is going to stall out to the point when it begins to move again it jerks you back in the seat. Makes a loud grinding noise under the hood. Also, when turning the key to start the vehicle, it is hesitant to start. Car shakes and does not drive at an even pace unless on the highway at or above 40 MPH. Been to the dealer numerous times about these problems, all to which they have no answers for.”

“Vehicle lost all power while driving at 45 MPH with no warning. After attempting to restart for 10-15 minutes, the car did re-start, but the check engine light stayed on. Took to dealership on 2/22. Awaiting information from dealer.”