2000 Ford Focus Switch Problems

November 1, 1999

Switch

When putting key in ignition vehicle locks up, and there is no power to start vehicle. Lights comes on and the dealership is aware of problem.*ak

ODI 886112

October 22, 1999

Recliner · Rotor · Switch · Tread/Belt · Wiring

Consumer was in an automobile accident, car was towed into dealership where she was advised that tires did not cause accident and there was nothing wrong with the brakes, two weeks later consumer went to another mechanic and was told that tires were bald and there was metal coming out of them, also rotors were cracked and had pieces missing out of them, so rotors and all brake pads had to be replaced. *jb

ODI 560367

Switch

2000 ford focus ignition problem.***no answer required***. *mr ignition switch will not work. This is a very common problem and should be considered a safety issue. *tt *nm

ODI 10127983

Switch

The key would get stuck in the ignition switch . Vehicle was towed to the dealership for repair, and technician replaced the ignition cylinder, which was the second repair for the same part.*ak

ODI 10068601

40,000 miles

Switch

Intermittently the key sticks in the ignition which causes the vehicle not to start. The ignition was replaced once before in may 2003 for the same problem. *ak

ODI 10065369

41,000 miles

Switch

Consumer complained about an ignition switch problem. Consumer put the key in the ignition switch but it will not turn. Later, vehicle was towed to the dealer for repairs. *ak

ODI 10064661

10,000 miles

Switch

The vehicle experienced a problem with the ignition switch. It was replaced on three separate occasions. Please provide further details. *jb

ODI 10055229

36,000 miles

Switch

When trying to start the vehicle key would not turn in the ignition. Ignition switch was replaced. *ak

ODI 10054051

Switch

The key ignition cylinder was replaced on three separate occasions. Ford was not willing to assist in the repairs of this problem. The warranty expired three months ago. *ak *scc *jb

ODI 10044403

56,000 miles

Switch

Upon entering the vehicle key would not turn the ignition. Vehicle had to be towed to the dealer. *ak

ODI 10041923

27,604 miles

Anti-Theft Device · Switch

Consumer states while driving engine and steering column may lock up. There is no warning. Dealer says ignition switch needs replacing.*ak

ODI 10032320

50,865 miles

Switch

Consumer put key into ignition but it would not turn or crank. Dealer diagnosed defective ignition switch cylinder as the cause.*ak

ODI 10032315

39,123 miles

Switch

While driving vehicle stalled. Driver unable to start vehicle back up,due to a failure in the ignition switch, keys wouldn't turn.*ak

ODI 10031947

45,016 miles

Switch

Keys got locked in the ignition because the ignition lock broke and tumbler bent per dealership.*ak

ODI 10029825

Switch

Vehicle had 12000 miles when consumer attempted to start, but key would not turn. Dealer diagnosed problem as failed ignition switch and replaced it. At 40000 miles problem occurred again, and dealer diagnosed and replaced ignition switch.*ak

ODI 10027049

Switch

The ignition switch/ steering column was replaced 3 times.*jb *ts

ODI 10008941

Switch

Consumer notice once placing vehicle key in the ignition switch consumer was unable to start engine. Please provide further information. Ts

ODI 10003761

Switch

Consumer states after putting key in ignition switch consumer was unable to turn switch to start the vehicle. Consumer contacted a lock smith. Dealer was notified and notice ignition cole need to be replace. Vehicle is on it's third repair. Please provide further ph information.

ODI 10002122

Switch

Steering wheel and ignition switch locked up while, repair/replace ignition switch three times. Automatic transmission shifter will not come out of park position, trunk will not close properly, front brake disk pads had to be replace, because the pads separated from the backing plate.

ODI 9004093

Switch

Consumer states of having problems with the ignition swich. Dealer was contacted. Mr

ODI 8021162

Switch

While entering key into ignition switch the key would not enter all the way through. Had a locksmith fix the problem.*ak

ODI 8010580

Switch

While trying to park ignition switch locked and prevented from turning the steering wheel.*ak

ODI 8010576

Switch

While puting key in ignition switch it would not turn, and key would not fit all the way. Please provide further information.*ak

ODI 886053

Door · Switch · Vehicle Speed Control

Ignition cylinder failed and had to be replaced, the dealership had 4 other focus' with the same problem, my normal mechanic had also seen 4 other focus' with this problem, i reported it to ford company's customer service center but they just said they'd look into it. Also, my cruise control does not work, nor do the electrical locks. I don't know if the ignition cylinder could have went out during operation,…

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ODI 760173

Switch

The consumer could not start the vehicle due to ignition switch failure. The dealer installed new key lock assembly and repaired the vehicle several times, but the ignition problem reoccurs. *yh *scc

ODI 568049