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2007 Ford Focus ZX3 SES

The 2007 Ford Focus ZX3 SES is a 136-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $16,180 MSRP and is rated at 27 mpg combined.

It makes 136 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 136 lb-ft of torque at 4250 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 33 mpg highway (27 mpg combined).

The Focus measures 168.5 inches long on a 102.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,605 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeHatchback
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$16,180 ($25,367 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.0L I4
Displacement2 L
Horsepower136 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque136 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City24 MPG
Highway33 MPG
Combined27 MPG
Tank Capacity14 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15.0 in
Wheels Rear15.0 in
Tires FrontP195/60R15
Tires RearP195/60R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length168.5 in
Width66.7 in
Height56.8 in
Wheelbase102.9 in
Curb Weight2,605 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2007 Ford Focus 2-DR. Hatchback
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2007 Ford Focus 4-DR.: overall not rated

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Ford FOCUS. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Aug 11, 2008 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

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."

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: 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.

NHTSA campaign 08E050000

Jun 13, 2006 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.

Consequence: FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.

NHTSA campaign 06E056000

391 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2007 Ford FOCUS

Owner Complaints

391 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Ford FOCUS (60 mention a crash, 7 a fire, 54 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags118
Electrical System85
Power Train43
Latches/Locks/Linkages30
Vehicle Speed Control27
Structure24
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Dec 31, 2024 · Tires
“Tire completely blew out under normal driving conditions on [XXX] between [XXX] in Roseville California. The tire was size 205 /45 r17 one of a matching installed set from America's Tires in Antelope…”
Jun 25, 2024 · Steering
“The contact owns a 2007 Ford Focus. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at an undisclosed speed and turning, the steering wheel became stiff, and the contact heard scraping…”
Jun 15, 2023 · Air Bags Crash 2 injuries
“The contact owns a 2007 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light, a vehicle crashed into the front of the contact’s vehicle. Additionally, two other vehicles crashed into…”
Sep 26, 2022 · Air Bags
“The driver airbag light keeps going off and on. I went to ford dealer shop to fix it. Only shortly after it came back on. I tried different tricks online and they dont last long. This is a common…”
Jun 15, 2022 · Suspension, Exterior Lighting
“The contact stated that her mother-in-law owns a 2007 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while her mother-in-law was driving at an unknown speed, the front passenger’s side wheel detached from the…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2007 FORD FOCUS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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