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Ford Focus (2012–2016): what actually fails

The documented failure patterns on used Ford Focuss — the mileage window where each shows up, and what the repair typically costs at an independent shop. This is the same data NoLemon's Brief checks against every VIN.

2012–2016 TYPICAL 20k–140k MI $1,500–$3,500

PowerShift (DPS6) dual-clutch failure

The DPS6 dual-clutch shudders, slips and fails clutches/TCMs repeatedly; subject of a major class action. Judder from a stop is the tell. Budget for clutch packs unless records show recent replacement.

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Ford Focus (2012–2016): what actually fails

PowerShift (DPS6) dual-clutch failure

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