Major Problems with 2001 Ford Focus Derived from Complaints & Recalls


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Worst 3 complaints of 2001 Ford Focus

2001 Ford Focus DELIVERY Victims: 5

2001 Ford Focus UNKNOWN OR OTHER Victims: 5

2001 Ford Focus AIR BAGS Victims: 4 Mileage: 20000 miles

Browse 2001 Ford Focus complaints by category

Problems with IGNITION, FUEL PUMP and SWITCH are the most frequent issues recorded by the NHTSA from Ford Focus owners.

Problem Category Number of Problems
IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
avance trac control doesn't engage and/or mulfunctions-disabling it total. many elect problems. twice it has shut down on interstate i40...
193
~ 50961 miles
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
3/07/02 engine failure at 35 mph -- 3/14/02 engine failure at 65 mph on interstate 95. fuel pump replaced after...
140
~ 29650 miles
SWITCH > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
consumer states that brake pads and rotors were replaced while braking at high speeds the steering wheel will shudder. *slc
129
~ 40795 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
consumer states that brake pads and rotors were replaced while braking at high speeds the steering wheel will shudder. *slc
94
~ 54794 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
power door locks failed to open after the vehicle was turned off. consumer and child were stuck inside vehicle for...
85
~ 78172 miles
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS
while driving vehicle was involved in a single car front-end collision. the driver side air bag deployed as expected however...
83
~ 13228 miles
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
when accellerating fast either from stop or while shifting into second gear...engine makes a clunking sound. took it to the...
73
~ 34165 miles
GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
engine experiencing several problems vehicle is stalling and then not starting oil is leaking the engine races and vehicle runs
71
~ 2239 miles
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
the consumer has experienced the following: the brakes has an abnormal noise pulsation when moderate-hard braking and grinding the accelerator...
62
~ 49165 miles
TIRES
consumer has taken vehicle in for repairs to tires on numerous occasions for repair due to nails. there also appeared...
56
~ 9921 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
while driving vehicle the brakes squeak very bad. took to the dealer several time for repairs the brakes have been
52
~ 19263 miles
AIR BAGS
consumer stated that the air bags deployed during a rear end accident injuring the driver and the passenger who sustained
49
~ 41519 miles
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
on several occasions when exiting freeway or fast lane consumer states that vehicle would not shift properly and hesitate for...
47
~ 14970 miles
SUSPENSION
brake failure only on rainy days loosing air pressure from same wheel(passeger side)vibrating on steering& brake strong vibration going over
45
~ 38750 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
while attempting to park the vehicle took off and accelerated without any warning. the vehicle took off going through the...
42
~ 30763 miles
STEERING
when going around a slight curve steering and brakes failed causing impact with curb and permantly disabling the steering. the...
41
~ 53448 miles
ROTOR > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
noise in left front. pedal pulsation. dealer turned rotors. noise didn't leave pulsation did. 3k miles noise still there pedal...
39
~ 16454 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
dash lights flashed on and off several times then quit...
37
~ 27485 miles
LATCH > DOORS > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
consumer called complaining about having problems with door handle. manufacturer was contacted and stated that there was no recalls on
35
~ 50592 miles
FRONT > SUSPENSION
purchased 4-30-2001. upon driving vehicle home noticed oil/gasoline burning odor from air conditioning vents and loud thump and groaning noises
32
~ 27514 miles
ENGINE
my last oil change i was inform the front subframe is badly rusted to the point the mechanic could push...
29
~ 110647 miles
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
my ford focus 2001 se will suddenly lock all the doors and i can't get back in. i bought the...
27
~ 75468 miles
CABLES > 12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
bad egr system followed by battery ground failure. ph...
26
~ 37937 miles
DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
replacement of both driver and passenger side brake rotors and brake pads at low milage. symptoms such as brake squeal...
23
FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
on several occasions when exiting freeway or fast lane consumer states that vehicle would not shift properly and hesitate for...
21
~ 714 miles
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
on 7/27/2012 the car caught on fire while being driven. the smoke started coming into the interior through the vents....
20
~ 118704 miles
COIL SPRINGS > SPRINGS > FRONT
my 2001 ford focus zx3's coil springs broke causing me to have to replace the coil springs struts and get...
20
~ 55808 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE
bought the car from karlson motors in ketchikan ak where we reside at. on june 7 2002 needed to take...
20
~ 96238 miles
PADS > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
purchased car in december 2000 within days brakes squealing and grinding..called dealer said to let wear in..problem persisted..engine light came...
20
~ 31222 miles
POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY
when i bought the car they said they programmed the aut. door locks. there were none. i was told to...
20
~ 31898 miles
REAR > SUSPENSION
no summary listed for abov evehicle. 8ak...
19
~ 20756 miles
ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
this car has been taken back for brake failues multiple times. each time the dealer informs me that a switch...
17
~ 10998 miles
EQUIPMENT
i purchased a new ford focus in july of 2001. my wife uses the car to drive on the highway...
16
~ 51348 miles
WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
while driving 45 mph driver started smelling smoke. when she pulled window down smoke began pouring through the ventilation. she...
16
~ 50864 miles
DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
no summary listed for above vehicle. *ak...
16
~ 36906 miles
POWER TRAIN
vehicle will stall out once gas gauge reaches a quarter tank. also keeps getting a power surge. policeman offered consumer...
16
~ 60300 miles
TREAD/BELT > TIRES
original equipment on a 2001 ford focus. p195/60r15 size. tread on all four tires has started to separate from base
15
~ 4165 miles
MODULE > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
purchased car in december 2000 within days brakes squealing and grinding..called dealer said to let wear in..problem persisted..engine light came...
14
~ 60821 miles
FRONT UNDERHOOD > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
after i started the car i turned on the ac unit. minutes later as i turned a corner i noticed...
14
~ 21463 miles
WHEELS
# of the orginal wheels bent. warranty replaced 2 out of 3 now all 4 are bent again. ford is...
13
~ 47865 miles
LINKAGES > STEERING
please advise if you have had any other problems or complaints in this area. no safety defect listed. *ak...
13
~ 20008 miles
DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE
consumer states that brake pads and rotors were replaced while braking at high speeds the steering wheel will shudder. *slc
13
~ 45178 miles
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
i was taking the south i-75 exit ramp to east m-59 and experienced a stall out at the bottom of...
12
~ 40777 miles
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
while in motion consumer's foot slipped from gas pedal. consumer tried to put foot back on the pedal but there...
12
~ 8120 miles
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS
i was broadsided by a bus moving about 30 mph on my driver side and the side airbag did not...
12
~ 13188 miles
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
while parked vehicle caught on fire. mechanic indicated fire was caused by malfunction on inertia switch. *ak consumer further states...
12
~ 49181 miles
GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM
my vehicle has just been turned into our dealership this morning for the same repeated problem of engine check light...
12
~ 23623 miles
MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
engine experiencing several problems vehicle is stalling and then not starting oil is leaking the engine races and vehicle runs
12
~ 16917 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
vehicle will stall out once gas gauge reaches a quarter tank. also keeps getting a power surge. policeman offered consumer...
12
~ 52904 miles
ANTI-THEFT DEVICE > COLUMN LOCKING > STEERING
focus zx3 has 20 000 miles steering column locked entire ignition locked couldn't turn key had to be towed and
11
~ 20350 miles
ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT
my car has a eletrical or computer problem which al packer ford cannot seem to fix. i ve had two...
11
~ 22006 miles
WHEEL BEARING > FRONT > SUSPENSION
front wheel bearing sheared off while consumer was driving at 60 mph and then drum and tire came of vehicle.
11
~ 35754 miles
STRUCTURE
consumer states that there is water leaking from under the dashboard that will flow into the vehicle and get the...
11
~ 7909 miles
COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
on several occasions when exiting freeway or fast lane consumer states that vehicle would not shift properly and hesitate for...
11
~ 60891 miles
TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
i have 18-2001 ford focus' and 7-2000 focus'. i live in erie pa. when the outside temperature goes up 25-30degrees...
11
~ 35364 miles
LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS > WHEELS
an appointment was scheduled to have the wheel bearings replaced however consumer was informed the parts were not availalbe and
10
~ 35734 miles
SEATS
while backing vehicle into the driveway the engine surged and the vehicle shot back toward the house hitting it. the...
10
~ 63030 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
the dealer changed the front and rear brake 3 times the rotors. twice however the problem continued. consumer indicated that...
9
~ 51964 miles
12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
consumer stated the battery light indicator illuminated just as stated under recall#02v288000 however dealer would not repair because the vin...
9
~ 19724 miles
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY
when driving in the rain windshield wiper blades cause a film on the windshied and with oncoming light of other...
9
~ 13778 miles
INTERIOR/UNDER DASH > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
engine experiencing several problems vehicle is stalling and then not starting oil is leaking the engine races and vehicle runs
9
~ 21489 miles
COLUMN > STEERING
when trying to start the vehicle the key did not turn in the ignition. dealer replaced the steering column four
9
~ 46303 miles
AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT
the check engine light illuminated and was told it was a faulty switch that needed to be reset the problem
8
~ 21125 miles
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
when fuel tank registers 1/4 tank or less car loses acceleration after climbing a 6-8% grade with a curve. car
8
~ 15938 miles
SERVICE BRAKES
i was driving to work and i turned on my cruise control i had to barely brake for a caution...
7
~ 103409 miles
SEAT BELTS
contact stated: when the key was put in the ignition the key became stuck. the car was at the ford...
7
~ 89857 miles
SIDEWALL > TIRES
this incident occurred in canada. i have a canadian address. the province is ontario and the postal code is n8t...
7
FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE
intolerable wind noise beginning at approximately 45 mph (windows are closed). *ak...
7
~ 49719 miles
MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT
i purchased my 2001 ford focus in october 2001. in april 2003 i had to get the front brakes pads...
6
~ 12381 miles
ROTOR > DISC > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
the firestone firehawk tires has had terrible road noise for the past 6 000 miles. even though i had the...
6
~ 17032 miles
TURN SIGNAL > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
the check engine light illuminated and was told it was a faulty switch that needed to be reset the problem
6
~ 25167 miles
HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > STEERING
while in motion consumer lost power steering. while at the service station the mechanic explained the power fuel container was...
6
~ 4836 miles
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY
windshield washer fluid reservoir is located underneath frame of vehicle and washer fluid level can not be determined. dealer has
6
~ 23593 miles
CONTROL MODULE > ANTI-THEFT > IGNITION
i bought the car used the previous owner told me he had the ignition cylinder replaced. well its a couple...
5
~ 43200 miles
AXLE ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN
the bushings failed ruining the back tires. the door locks have a mind of their own which could be dangerous...
5
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
while driving at night unable to see as a result of headlights not being bright enough the consumer was told...
5
~ 44600 miles
CABLES > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
while traveling at normal highway speed i was crossing the tacoma narrows bridge when i experienced complete loss of throttle...
5
~ 6800 miles
BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
a/c tends to have smoke and very bad smell coming from vents brakes constantly squeal and grind vehicle doesn't always...
5
~ 27200 miles
FILLER PIPE AND CAP > TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE
consumer states fuel fill door snapped off in his hand dealer states it is not a covered item and to
5
~ 12060 miles
DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
brakes & switch done - 2 vin's- many reports to nhtsa - no forms/response or action. inoperable.impounded. *ak...
5
GLASS, SIDE/REAR > VISIBILITY
back window apparently spontaneously shattered while parked in the sun.*ak...
5
~ 74916 miles
VISIBILITY
2001 ford focus displaying problems with transmission due to several leaks cruise control and trunk of vehicle. *mr water leaked...
5
~ 74018 miles
UNDERBODY SHIELDS > FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE
on may 9 2011 my car went for emergency repairs to bill wilcox's charlon ford agency of ridgecrest ca. after...
4
~ 125369 miles
TAIL LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
i have had more repairs incidences with 2001 ford focus than is normal on any car. if most of the...
4
~ 86938 miles
SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS
i was sitting at a red light. when the light turned green the driver in front of me moved and...
4
~ 110250 miles
EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
the dealer changed the front and rear brake 3 times the rotors. twice however the problem continued. consumer indicated that...
4
~ 16750 miles
CRUISE CONTROL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
engine light comes on and stays on. vehicle will not accelerate properly and has a rough idle. replaced sensor and
4
~ 11000 miles
LOCK > TRUNK LID > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
power door locks failed to open after the vehicle was turned off. consumer and child were stuck inside vehicle for...
4
~ 30250 miles
MASTER CYLINDER > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
driver experienced catastrophic brake failure resulting in crash. *ak...
4
~ 12023 miles
BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
consumer states that the brake lights on the vehicle have stopped working. contacted dealer and the dealer cannot figure out
4
~ 61019 miles
SHOES/LININGS > DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
purchased car in december 2000 within days brakes squealing and grinding..called dealer said to let wear in..problem persisted..engine light came...
4
~ 8625 miles
CONTROL ARM > FRONT > SUSPENSION
the ball joint broke the car rolled about 3 times.*ak...
4
~ 19000 miles
RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT
radio repaired and replaced 4 times for same problem: radio sound cutting in and out intermittently. *ak...
4
~ 17000 miles
ANCHORAGE > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
consumer states that brake pads and rotors were replaced while braking at high speeds the steering wheel will shudder. *slc
4
VISIBILITY/WIPER
tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. the contact stated that the rear driver side and rear passenger side...
3
~ 127333 miles
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
battery positive terminal corrosion on my 2001 ford focus have replaced battery twice and alternator once because of no start
3
~ 440935 miles
FRONT > SEAT BELTS
while driving at 72 mph c onsumer lost consciousness and vehicle took a nose dive off the inner state rolling...
3
~ 14000 miles
CALIPER > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
i own a 2001 ford focus zx3. i have put 17 100 miles on it since its purchase in may...
3
~ 45650 miles
PADS > DISC > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
consumer states that while driving at any speed and no warning the brake pads are rubbing causing extended stopping distance.
3
~ 14367 miles
ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
have there been any reported problems with rack/pinion transmission and alternators on this vehicle since mileage has been so low
3
~ 62333 miles
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
while at a stop with foot on the brake consumer stated that brake pedal suddenly went to the floor and...
3
~ 55000 miles
UPPER BALL JOINT > CONTROL ARM > FRONT
attempting to enter freeway at approx 50 mph the front right felt like it was starting to skid. the next...
3
BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS > GASOLINE > ENGINE
i was stopping at a light to turn. as i was slowing down i heard a big clunk. i thought...
3
REAR/OTHER > SEAT BELTS
rear seat belt extender gets stuck during cold weather not being able to use seatbelt.*ak...
3
~ 23335 miles
CONVENTIONAL > PARKING BRAKE
purchased car in december 2000 within days brakes squealing and grinding..called dealer said to let wear in..problem persisted..engine light came...
3
~ 2333 miles
EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
purchased car in december 2000 within days brakes squealing and grinding..called dealer said to let wear in..problem persisted..engine light came...
3
~ 29181 miles
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
while attempting to park the vehicle took off and accelerated without any warning. the vehicle took off going through the...
3
~ 93000 miles
MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
service bulletin for oil leaking into air conditioning from manifold. ford says do not smoke in vehicle. dealer offered to
3
~ 20000 miles
LINKAGES > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
throttle cable appears to be too long - cable has kinked and causes car to hesitate acceleration. when the car...
3
~ 13479 miles
RIM > WHEELS
vehicle slides sideways in rain or snow. rims are too wide for factory supplied tires. please add further comments. goodyear
3
~ 2333 miles
SHOCK ABSORBER > REAR > SUSPENSION
the consumer has experienced the following: the brakes has an abnormal noise pulsation when moderate-hard braking and grinding the accelerator...
3
~ 37667 miles
SOLENOID > STARTER ASSEMBLY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2001 ford focus zts - ignition wouldn't start during summer months (not predictable) have been stranded on side of road...
2
~ 62500 miles
SWITCH > BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
the high mount bulbs did not work. the brake lights turned automatically on when the trunk lid was closed. engine
2
~ 100500 miles
SWITCH > TURN SIGNAL > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
automatic turn signal cancellation inoperative it has not worked for about 3 months have not gotten it repaired but plan
2
~ 33570 miles
COIL SPRINGS > SPRINGS > REAR
driver's side rear coil spring broke causing the tire to blow. manufacturer will be contacted by consumer.*ak...
2
~ 40900 miles
FUEL RAIL > FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
oct. 13-14 2004: engine would crank and crank and not start after sitting overnight or for several hours. after much...
2
~ 50946 miles
MID/REAR ASSEMBLY > SEATS
consumer's vehicle experienced the same defect as mentioned in nhtsa recalls 0v418000: vehicle description: station wagons and 3-door vehicles. the...
2
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
consumer had a front collision and neither of the air bags deployed. dealer notified. *ak vehicle's engine stalled causing steering...
2
~ 19000 miles
HORN > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
while driving from a parking lot doors locked. doors were inoperative except driver's side door. also horn started to blow
2
PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) > CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN
i just bought vehicle used in november with 13k on it. the trunk latch was the first thing that wasn't...
2
~ 31459 miles
PARKING BRAKE
check engine light illuminated and the emergency brake failed. *dt *nlm...
2
~ 17500 miles
UPPER ARM > CONTROL ARM > FRONT
vehicle frictioned against curb and front suspension control arm broke in half. delaer has been notified. please provide additional information.*ak...
2
~ 16750 miles
GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) > STEERING
vehicle delivered on 6/1/01. soon after i started experiencing problems with the steering gear not being stable. the car and...
2
~ 5000 miles
GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
consumer states when driving if vehicle hits a bump the rear end of vehicle goes from side to side like...
2
~ 32000 miles
FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
power door locks failed to open after the vehicle was turned off. consumer and child were stuck inside vehicle for...
2
~ 39000 miles
STARTER ASSEMBLY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
i was watching the news last night and heard a story that the nhtsa was investigating complaints that the ford...
2
DRIVESHAFT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN
there is slippage on driveshaft at very low speeds which can cause vehicle to speed up. contacted dealer. *ak...
2
~ 18235 miles
POWER ASSIST > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
the vehicle engine stalls without warning. the initial occurrence resulted in my wife crossing into the left lane due to
2
ANTILOCK > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
car was turning right while leaving wal-mart parking lot onto 4 lane highway when steering and brakes failed. front left...
2
SHOES/LININGS > DRUM > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
brakes squeal at least 4 times now. it will be going back for a fifth time next week. the dealer
2
~ 12400 miles
DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY
dripping from pass. side heat vent during a/c use or rain severe rattling from transmission during acceleration or at idle...
2
~ 21000 miles
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY
i have tried to have this problem fixed but community ford says that it does not cause a problem. unless
2
SHOCK ABSORBER > FRONT > SUSPENSION
while driving at any speed and vehicle hits a bump steering is difficult to maintain. vehicle wanders unexpectedly from side...
2
REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY
driver believes that the outside / inside rear view mirror does not give a fair evaluation of where a car...
2
~ 500 miles
HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE > BODY > STRUCTURE
there is no way to secure the hatch when transporting long items & thus exhaust fumes are sucked back into...
2
LOWER BALL JOINT > CONTROL ARM > FRONT
the front wheels of the vehicle came off while driving. the vehicle was taken to the dealership which replaced the
2
STABILIZER BAR > FRONT > SUSPENSION
stabilizer bar broke and the dealer bolted it back. consumer stated that vehicle rode rough and veered from side to
2
~ 19000 miles
FLOOR SHIFT > LEVER AND LINKAGE > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford taurus. after starting the ignition the gear shifter level could only be placed...
1
~ 102000 miles
REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY
tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. while driving 15 mph the windshield wipers would fail intermittently and only work...
1
~ 65600 miles
CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN
tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. the cv-joint makes a noise when the vehicle made a right turn at...
1
~ 40000 miles
AXLE SHAFT > AXLE ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN
tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. while driving 40 mph the contact heard a loud noise and the vehicle...
1
~ 30050 miles
MARKINGS > TIRES
bought new in '01 ford focus. noticed right off brakes would make a grinding noise and squeak. tires were worn...
1
ABS WARNING LIGHT > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
brakes have been failing frequently. after taking it to be repaired the first time in june i attempted to make...
1
~ 50000 miles
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER > EQUIPMENT
brakes have been failing frequently. after taking it to be repaired the first time in june i attempted to make...
1
~ 50000 miles
SWITCH/WIRING > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY
rear window does not operate automatically either from the driver's mechanisms nor the one by the window. this is the...
1
~ 65000 miles
REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
the rear wiper in my 2001 ford focus zx3 stopped working. upon investigation i found that 5 wires in the...
1
~ 65000 miles
CONCEALMENT DEVICES > HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
headlight lenses have turned opaque and make it very difficult to see at night. this could lead to an accident.
1
~ 38000 miles
MOTOR > REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY
tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. the rear windows collapsed in the vehicle. the mechanic stated that the plastic...
1
~ 23000 miles
MOUNTING > TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE
was driving vehicle home early in the morning of the 12th when i heard a loud clunk and then the...
1
~ 75028 miles
ANTI-THEFT DEVICES > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT
the ignition switch does not permit the car to start. the switch (xs4z-11582-ac cvr asy aux fl) has been replaced...
1
~ 41407 miles
MACPHERSON STRUT > FRONT > SUSPENSION
my car has 29 500 miles on it. i bought it used about 3 weeks ago. following symptoms: 1 -...
1
~ 28444 miles
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > HYDRAULIC > POWER ASSIST
so many problems don't know where to start ok lets talk about the doors. we bought the car new in...
1
~ 120000 miles
HUB > FRONT > SUSPENSION
my 2001 ford focus zx3 (zetec) was traveling on freeway and the rear end began to wobble fish tail side...
1
~ 144000 miles
CARBURETOR SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
events leading up to the failure: check engine light came on has never gone off since highly increased running noise...
1
LABELS > OTHER > EQUIPMENT
was driving home and engine began knocking and got louder and when i returned home had my husband look at...
1
MOTOR > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY
while driving in inclement weather windshield wipers failed to come on. dealer was aware of this problem which was intermittent.
1
ARM > SPINDLE > KNUCKLE
while having the brake pads changed service man noticed that the left front steering knuckles wore out and needed to
1
~ 53153 miles
FAN > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2001 ford focus z3 cooling low speed fan system resistor failure hot lead wire in plastic shielding melted insulation melted...
1
~ 64871 miles
CALIPER > DISC > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
i purchased my 2001 ford focus in october 2001. in april 2003 i had to get the front brakes pads...
1
~ 23300 miles
DISC > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
excessive wear on the front brake pads and rotors only 16 900 miles on car...
1
~ 16900 miles
SWITCH > BACK UP LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
the light bulb and fuses of the rear turn signals and brake lights melted together making it impossible to replace...
1
AUTOMATIC (ASC) > ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
while driving consumer's wife made a left turn and front wheels locked. then vehicle drifted and hit the curb and...
1
HEATER CORE > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY
when the heat was in use there was a foul order (like burning oil) which seemed to have emitted through
1
~ 27000 miles
LATCH > TAILGATE > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
the vehicle's tailgate unlatched and opened. the dealer was contacted. please provide any additional information. *nm...
1
BUMPERS > BODY > STRUCTURE
the left side bumper plastic rattled and the tail pipe hit the bumper which made a rattle noise. the dealer...
1
HUB > WHEELS
the dealer changed the front and rear brake 3 times the rotors. twice however the problem continued. consumer indicated that...
1
HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS > DOOR > BODY
outside handle on driver's side fell off without prior warning. when she went to open the door for access. *ak...
1
NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY > AXLE > REAR
tire problem possible rear bearing problem possible alignment problem egr replaced- engine misfiring is beginning to reappear...
1
~ 22000 miles
OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL > OTHER > EQUIPMENT
i took my car to the dealer for a problem which is now a recall. how do i know if
1
LOWER ARM > CONTROL ARM > FRONT
16k- dec 02 brakes and rotors shot $387 16.5k jan 03 transmission rebuilt 2 weeks due to parts on back...
1
~ 16750 miles
DRIVELINE > PARKING BRAKE
while applying the brake the vehicle has a squeaking noise coming from the rear wheel. please furnish additional information. dealer
1
POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > DRAG > LINKAGES
while driving 15mph power steering malfunctioned and vehicle lost control. please provide any additional information.*ak...
1
RACK AND PINION > STEERING
have there been any reported problems with rack/pinion transmission and alternators on this vehicle since mileage has been so low
1
PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
at highway speeds vehicle will suddenly slam into park. consumer has smelled wires burning. dealer has been contacted. please provide
1
TIE ROD ASSEMBLY > LINKAGES > STEERING
while driving the tie rod broke causing consumer to lose control of the vehicle and hit a guard rail. *jb
1
~ 8700 miles
TAILGATE > BODY > STRUCTURE
when putting key in ignition key won't turn and sometimes it will afterwards jiggle around. took to dealer and tumblers
1
RELAY > STARTER ASSEMBLY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
startern relay sensor on vehicle was not working properly causing vehicle to stall out intermittently. contacted dealer and dealer could
1
MULTIPLE AXLE > SUSPENSION
the bushings failed ruining the back tires. the door locks have a mind of their own which could be dangerous...
1
INJECTORS > FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
car would lose power buck and surge stall on highway and side streets. when taken to dealership tech couldn't give...
1
~ 12000 miles
EXTERIOR > REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY
on the way home after purchasing vehicle the side view mirrors would not adjust. consumer called the repair service to
1
CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
avance trac control doesn't engage and/or mulfunctions-disabling it total. many elect problems. twice it has shut down on interstate i40...
1
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM
engine floods and stalls at idle or in motion. emissions light comes on wen it stalls. owners manual states if...
1
RETRACTOR > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
passenger's side seatbelt will go inside of retractor and seat belt will not come back out.*ak...
1
RECLINER > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS
tested my brand new focus rear seat release in the trunk and had trouble releasing the 60 of the 60/40...
1
RADIATOR ASSEMBLY > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2001 ford focus displaying problems with transmission due to several leaks cruise control and trunk of vehicle. *mr water leaked...
1
DRUM > DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
brakes make noise when brakes are apply.afreind of my has the same kind of car took it back to his...
1
HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
vehicle stalled and shuttered as if it was going to cut off. *ak...
1
TRUNK LID > BODY > STRUCTURE
the trunk collapsed on the consumers head due to the hydraulic lifts failing. the consumer was injured and had to
1
DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
while merging into traffic 2001 ford focus stalled.*mr (nar) defective fuel delivery module. *cb ...
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