2015–2018 · 4 model years · 3 recalls

Ford Focus EV problems by year

We don't rate the Ford Focus EV yet, because we don't have its sales figures. The 2015 has the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (20). Owners complain most about electrical system. Popular years get more complaints, so treat these counts as a guide to what goes wrong, not a ranking.

Most common problems

Electrical system11
Engine & cooling8
Transmission & drivetrain7
Driver-assist & stability3
Brakes1
Body, glass & interior1

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, all years 2015–2018.

Every Ford Focus EV year at a glance

Model yearReliabilityComplaintsRecallsBest mpg
2018 Focus EVNot rated yet00107
2017 Focus EVNot rated yet120107
2016 Focus EVNot rated yet91105
2015 Focus EVNot rated yet202105

Reliability compares each year with similar cars from 2015 to 2024, using owner complaints filed with NHTSA per car sold. Complaint counts on their own aren't a score: popular cars get more of them.

Questions people ask

What are the most common Ford Focus EV problems?

Owners complain most about electrical system, engine & cooling, transmission & drivetrain.

Which Ford Focus EV year has the most recalls?

The 2015, with 2 recalls on record with NHTSA.