PROBLEM GUIDE
Here's what owners are experiencing, based on our research of real owner reports and repair data.
Last updated June 2026
3,798
complaints filed for the 2012 model year
2011–2016
Model years affected
$1,350 – $1,800
Typical repair cost, by problem
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Start my diagnosis →Stalling, loss of power, inability to shift — "unexpected loss of drivability"
Check engine light: On
~40% of all complaints for this vehicle concern the transmission. Ford's DPS6 dual-clutch transmission is one of the most extensively documented single defects and is widely reported in the automotive press as the subject of a major class-action settlement.
Documented defect symptoms, denied because a warranty/recall window had closed
Check engine light: On
Owners describe being denied coverage specifically because a warranty or recall window had expired, despite the defect being present and documented — here the denial is based on the date rather than on the VIN.
Recurring within 2 years/35,000 miles in some cases
Check engine light: On
Clutch assemblies fail prematurely and repeatedly even after replacement, sometimes recurring within 2 years/35,000 miles, creating unsafe acceleration delays.
Engine stalling, one report of a "collapsed fuel delivery module"
Check engine light: On
A defective purge valve causes vacuum collapse that deforms the fuel tank, raising a fuel-tank-separation risk during operation, distinct from and more severe than a simple stalling complaint. One report describes a 'collapsed fuel delivery module.'
Doors opening during driving or failing to close securely
Check engine light: Off
Door latch failures cause doors to open during driving or fail to close/latch securely, with dealers reportedly refusing to perform the applicable recall repair.
Motor mounts break
Check engine light: Off
Motor mounts break. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 128 owner reports on file.
The check engine light comes on along with hesitation or stumbling while driving
Check engine light: On
The check engine light comes on along with hesitation or stumbling while driving. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 80 owner reports on file.
Warped front brake rotors cause the steering wheel to shimmy
Check engine light: Off
Warped front brake rotors cause the steering wheel to shimmy. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 59 owner reports on file.
Rear bearings corrode in regions with heavy winters
Check engine light: Off
Rear bearings corrode in regions with heavy winters. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 20 owner reports on file.
The check engine light comes on due to the intake manifold control lever
Check engine light: On
The check engine light comes on due to the intake manifold control lever. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 10 owner reports on file.
Some owners report being denied recall or warranty coverage for documented defect symptoms specifically because a warranty or recall window had expired, despite the defect being present and documented. Enter your VIN to get the confirmed, current recall picture for your specific car.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and is not a diagnosis. It is compiled from aggregated owner-reported data and publicly available sources, not from an inspection of your vehicle. Symptoms described here can have multiple causes, and the presence of a commonly reported problem does not mean your vehicle has it. Repair cost ranges are estimates that vary by region, shop, vehicle condition, and parts availability. Recall and service campaign information may be incomplete or out of date — verify current recall status with NHTSA or your manufacturer. MyGearGuru is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer; manufacturer and model names are used for identification only. Always consult a qualified technician before making repair decisions.
The DPS6 dual-clutch ('PowerShift') transmission control module defect dominates this generation's complaints at roughly 40% of the total volume — stalling, loss of power, and inability to shift, described by owners as 'unexpected loss of drivability,' with warranty denial reported despite the defect being widely known and the subject of a major class-action settlement in the automotive press.