- The problem
- K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. These headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
- The risk
- Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. The recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. Owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.
Vehicle safety record
2008 Ford Focus Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2008 Ford Focus have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in August 2008 for the headlights.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Focus year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2008 Ford Focus recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements specified in federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, 'Occupant crash protection.' The driver air bag module may not have been properly assembled.
- The risk
- This condition may prevent the driver air bag from properly deploying and reduce occupant protection in the event of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace your driver air bag module free of charge. The recall began on november 20, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
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No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Ford Focus: every year compared
All Focus years2008 Ford Focus vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Ford Focus | 0 | 2 | A | |
| 2008 Toyota Prius | 1,498 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2008 Honda Civic | 916 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2008 Toyota Corolla | 345 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2008 Hyundai Elantra | 316 | 7 | D | Compare |
| 2008 Mazda MAZDA3 | 303 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 209 | 15 | F | Compare |
| 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | 190 | 6 | C | Compare |
| 2008 Nissan Sentra | 167 | 3 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2008 Ford Focus
Does the 2008 Ford Focus have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Ford Focus: headlights (August 2008); inflator module (November 2007). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2008 Ford Focus had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2008 Ford Focus a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 89 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Ford Focus year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2008 Ford Focus has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data