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2017 Ford Focus

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 Focus.

Body PASSENGER CAR

Classified as a passenger car requiring 4.9 quarts of 5W-20 engine oil, the 2017 Ford Focus presents a distinct mechanical baseline for researchers evaluating its long-term viability. The model has accumulated 889 owner complaints alongside 10 recalls, with the power train representing the predominant area of concern. When contextualized within the Focus's complaint history spanning 1999 to 2018, this model year falls well below the problematic peak of 3,881 complaints seen in 2000 but remains far above the record low of 11 in 1999, placing it in a moderate reliability tier where power train vulnerabilities demand particular attention.

Model year201820172016201520142013201220112010

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.9 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque100 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 96R · AT: 590; MT: 500 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 96R · AT: 590; MT: 500 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP235/50R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rimNS inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

BatteryBAGM48H6760

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length171.7 in
Overall width72 in
Overall height57.9 in
Wheelbase104.3 in
Curb weight2926 lb
Track (front / rear)61 / 60.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)60/40

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Focus of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

4.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.50 sec — 2017 RS 5-door Hatchback
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2017RS 5-door Hatchback 2.3L Turbo I-44.50 sec13.40 sec350 hpAWD
2016RS 5-door Hatchback 2.3L Turbo I-44.50 sec13.30 sec350 hpAWD
2016RS 5-door Hatchback 2.3L Turbo I-44.60 sec13.40 sec350 hpAWD
2016RS 5-door Hatchback 2.3L Turbo I-44.60 sec13.40 sec350 hpAWD
2016RS 5-door Hatchback 2.3L Turbo I-44.70 sec13.40 sec350 hpAWD
2016RS 5-door Hatchback 2.3L Turbo I-44.80 sec13.60 sec350 hpAWD
2016RS 5-door Hatchback 2.3L Turbo I-45.00 sec13.60 sec350 hpAWD
2016Titanium 5-door Hatchback 2.0L I-48.50 sec16.50 sec160 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.9 qt of 5W-20 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 100 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity1.3
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity1.8-2.0
Brake FluidDOT 4
Clutch FluidDOT 4
Engine Coolant Capacity9.0
Engine Coolant Capacity9.0
Engine Coolant Capacity9.1

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)5.1 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)Duratec: 4.4, Ecoboost: 5.1 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)5.1 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)5.1 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)35.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)14.75 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts100 ft-lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts35.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerMotorcraft
Spark Plug Gap0.028 in
Spark Plug Torque10.0 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerMotorcraft
Spark Plug Torque9.0 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerMotorcraft

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.31 lbs
Oil TypeYN-32
Oil Capacity5.20 oz
RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.33 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46

Service checks

RPM82-102 rpm
Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO)DURATEC: 72.5; TURBO: 58.0
RPM51-85 LOW PRESSURE SIDE rpm

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 21; Rear: 21
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 129; Rear: 52
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.118; Rear: 0.118 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .906; Rear: .354
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishStamped on rotor
Maximum Rotor Runout0.002

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Front Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
159.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9059 ft. lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 2 stages
135.0 inch lbs.35 in
289.0 inch lbs.89 in
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 2 stages
162.0 inch lbs.62 in
2142.0 inch lbs.142 in
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 2 stages
162.0 inch lbs.62 in
2142.0 inch lbs.142 in
Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) — tightening sequence 1 stages
137.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 70.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 4537 ft. lbs
Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) — tightening sequence 1 stages
137.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9037 ft. lbs
Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) — tightening sequence 1 stages
130.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 6030 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages
1159.0 inch lbs.159 in
235.0
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 4 stages
189.0 inch lbs.89 in
2Back off bolts 360.0 degrees360 degrees
321.0 ft. lbs.21 ft. lbs
490.0
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 4 stages
189.0 inch lbs.89 in
2Back off 360.0 degrees360 degrees
321.0 ft. lbs.21 ft. lbs
490.0
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages
118.0 ft. lbs.18 ft. lbs
252.0
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages
174.0 ft. lbs.74 ft. lbs
2+ 90
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages
174.0 ft. lbs.74 ft. lbs
2+ 90
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 5 stages

Prep New cylinder head bolts must be installed.

15.17 ft. lbs.5.17 ft. lbs
211.0 ft. lbs.11 ft. lbs
341.0 ft. lbs.41 ft. lbs
490 degrees90 degrees
590 degrees90 degrees
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages
137.0 ft. lbs.; Step 2; 59.0 ft. lbs.37 ft. lbs
383.0
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 3 stages
137.0 ft. lbs.37 ft. lbs
259.0 ft. lbs.59 ft. lbs
383.0
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 4 stages
189.0 inch lbs.89 in
218.0 ft. lbs.18 ft. lbs
322.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
415.0
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 3 stages
144.0 inch lbs.44 in
218.0 ft. lbs.18 ft. lbs
390.0
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 3 stages
144.0 inch lbs.44 in
218.0 ft. lbs.18 ft. lbs
390.0
Oil Pan to Block Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
17.4 ft. lbs., Step 2: 35.07.4 ft. lbs
Oil Pan to Block Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
17.4 ft. lbs., Step 2: 18.07.4 ft. lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs — tightening sequence 2 stages
189.0 inch lbs.89 in
2177.0 inch lbs.177 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBrake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 20,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 100,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 100,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Hybrid Inverter (drain, flush & refill coolant) · Timing Belt (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
At 200,000 miHybrid Inverter (drain, flush & refill coolant)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2017 Ford Focus sits in the later portion of a generation that saw a pronounced spike in complaints and recalls from 2012 through 2014, peaking at 3,789 complaints in 2012. Compared to those peak years, the 2017 model shows a clear downward trend with 889 complaints and 10 recalls, though it still records more complaints than the 2018 model (821) and significantly more than the pre-2012 models. The top complaint area for 2017 is the Power Train (333 complaints), and the data includes 18 crash-related and 2 fire-related complaints, though the root causes are not specified in the record. Overall, the 2017 represents a moderate improvement over the most troubled years of the generation but remains in a higher-complaint era for the Focus. Given this context, the 2017 is a cautiously acceptable buy if you can verify that any Power Train issues have been addressed, but it is not a standout reliable year.

10
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
180
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
4
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
889
Owner complaints
18 involved a crash · 2 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 889 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train333
Engine94
Engine & Engine Cooling67
Fuel/Propulsion System52
Fuel System, Gasoline40
Unknown Or Other39
Power Train,Engine25
Power Train,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System15

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 10 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

18V735000Fuel System, Gasoline:StorageReported 22/10/2018

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles with a 2.0L GDI or 2.0L GTDI engine. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, possibly causing excessive vacuum in fuel vapor… Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module. Dealers will also check for fault codes and replace the CPV as needed. If the CPV is replaced…

19V515000Fuel System, Gasoline:StorageReported 05/07/2019

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 and 2017 Focus vehicles equipped with 2.0L GDI gasoline engines and 2013-2014 Focus ST vehicles equipped with 2.0L GTDI engines, previously recalled under 18V-735. The… Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module. Dealers will also check for fault codes and replace the CPV as needed. If the CPV is replaced…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 180 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
25B512026-05-08EngineCertain 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco, 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco Sport, 2020-2022 Model…
25H05 S12026-04-29Electrical SystemHarvest Program 25H05 – Supplement #1 Certain 2011-2021 Model Year Vehicles Software…
25N172026-03-25Unknown Or OtherAdvance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year…
25E052026-03-03Power TrainCertain 2015 - 2018 Model Year Focus Vehicles with 1.0L Engine Canister Purge Valve (CPV)…
SSM 546012026-02-23Electrical SystemFord and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2017 Focus take?

4.9 qt of 5W-20 Meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C945-A or equivalent., per the factory manual.

Does the 2017 Focus have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 10 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.