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P0460 on FORD FOCUS

Fuel Level Sensor A Circuit

NHTSA Reports
3
Severity
Medium
Most Affected
2013, 2015, 2016
Crashes / Fires
0 / 0
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database · SAE J2012

What P0460 Means on Your FORD FOCUS

P0460 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Fuel Level Sensor A Circuit. This code relates to the emission controls system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

3 FORD FOCUS owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2013-2016. Most reports come from the 2013, 2015 model years.

Real FORD FOCUS Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"Check engine light came on Saturday morning on my way to work, When checked it comes up as fault codes P0420, with secondary codes of P144A - EVAP Emission System Purge Vapor Line Restricted/blocked, P1450 - Unable to bleed up fuel tank vacuum, and P0131 - O2 Circuit Low Voltage (Bank 1, Sensor 1),"

— 2013 FORD FOCUS owner · POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 12/11/2021

"Upon entering Interstate highway 66, my car started jerking and the RPM gage was fluctuating and loosing power. A tractor trailer swerved and blew the horn. My car shut off on me in the right lane."

— 2015 FORD FOCUS owner · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN · Filed 05/29/2021

"A stuck CPV is leading to excessive vacuum in the fuel vapor system, causing the plastic fuel tank to deform, resulting in an inaccurate or erratic fuel gauge indication, inaccurate distance to empty (DTE), and/or other drivability concerns."

— 2016 FORD FOCUS owner · ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 07/22/2021

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

1
'13
1
'15
1
'16

Common Causes on FORD FOCUS

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 33.3%
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN 33.3%
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 33.3%

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0460 mean on a FORD FOCUS? ▾
P0460 indicates: Fuel Level Sensor A Circuit. This is a emission controls code. 3 FORD FOCUS owners have reported this to NHTSA.
What are the most common causes of P0460 on FORD FOCUS? ▾
Based on 3 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train,Fuel/Propulsion System, Fuel System, Gasoline,Power Train, Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.
Is P0460 serious on my FORD FOCUS? ▾
Of 3 NHTSA reports for this code on FORD FOCUS, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.
What should I do if my FORD FOCUS shows P0460? ▾
1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.

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