P0805 on FORD FOCUS — Clutch Position Sensor A Circuit

Q: "What does P0805 mean on a FORD FOCUS?"

"P0805 indicates: Clutch Position Sensor A Circuit. This is a transmission code. 7 FORD FOCUS owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0805 on FORD FOCUS?"

"Based on 7 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System, Power Train,Vehicle Speed Control. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0805 serious on my FORD FOCUS?"

"Of 7 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."

Q: "What should I do if my FORD FOCUS shows P0805?"

"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."

What P0805 Means on Your FORD FOCUS

P0805 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Clutch Position Sensor A Circuit. This code relates to the transmission system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

7 FORD FOCUS owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2012-2017. Most reports come from the 2012, 2013 model years. The most commonly reported component is Power Train (71.4% of reports).

Real FORD FOCUS Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"I was driving down the freeway in the middle lane and all of a sudden my car went into neutral and I could not get rpm's to go past 1500 and I was stuck with rush hour traffic blowing horns at me and I coasted to a stop could not get over to the breakdown lane so I sat in the lane till a man in a pi"

— 2012 FORD FOCUS owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 07/09/2021

"While driving on the freeway around 6pm and taking an on ramp onto another freeway the ford focus stalled mid-drive and would not accelerate anymore or switch to higher gears when the accelerator was pressed."

— 2012 FORD FOCUS owner · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 06/19/2020

"The transmission on our 2013 has now failed. We brought it to Ford’s attention back During the Covid shut down before The Focus reached the 100,000 mile expiration. Ford said there’s nothing they can do about it."

— 2013 FORD FOCUS owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 06/17/2022

"Starting february 2018 the car was jerking and it had turned off on me while on the highway 3 times. i have changed oxygen sensors and purge valve (i have receipts) and it had initially helped. as of june 2, 2018, it is jerking and turning off again and throwing check engine code p0805 and p080a."

— 2013 FORD FOCUS owner · POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL · Filed 06/02/2018

"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at slow speeds, the transmission overheated and failed to allow the vehicle to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed and produced code: P0805 P0809."

— 2014 FORD FOCUS owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 03/01/2023

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

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

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'12

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'13

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'14

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'16

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'17

Common Causes on FORD FOCUS

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN 71.4%

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 14.3%

POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 14.3%

What To Do Next

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
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
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 P0805 mean on a FORD FOCUS? ▾

P0805 indicates: Clutch Position Sensor A Circuit. This is a transmission code. 7 FORD FOCUS owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0805 on FORD FOCUS? ▾

Based on 7 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Vehicle Speed Control,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System, Power Train,Vehicle Speed Control. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0805 serious on my FORD FOCUS? ▾

Of 7 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 P0805? ▾

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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