2000 Ford Focus 12v/24v/48v Battery Problems
- 29
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 29 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 8 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering wheel · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
12v/24v/48v Battery
Had my oil changed. Drove to wal-mart. I smelled somthing burning, stoped and looked under the hood didnt see anything, thought maybe some spilt oil was burning. Went inside wal-mart and returned to car and started it and began to drive home. Car stalled and some guys yelled at me to get out of the car. I got out saw flames comming out of the wheel wells opened the hood and put out fire and pushed my car off the…
Fire reported
ODI 10127785
12v/24v/48v Battery · Front
After having the vehicle serviced on two different recalls vehicle performed poorly. The first recall was for battery wiring corrosion. Currently, the battery failed. The second was for the pin bolt controls. Steering wheel shook, and the two left front tires were replaced for extensive wear, and a blow out. The tires were replaced, and the vehicle aligned. However, vehicle continued to wear out, the tires and the…
ODI 10105084
12v/24v/48v Battery · Ignition
We have had several problems with the car since we purchased it.our battery died at 25000 miles, had to be replaced no explanation given. The ignition tumbler had to be replaced be cause it broke, when i took it to the dealership they gave no explanation for it. *akalso we have had our brakes replaced twice within 1 year and need to have them done again(last done in july 2003).and we have been having a problem with…
ODI 10050757
12v/24v/48v Battery · Switch
Zx3; after shutting off the engine, the driver noticed the steering wheel locked. When the driver tried to start the vehicle the key could not be inserted into the ignition, the steering wheel stayed locked. The vehicle had to be towed to the dealer. The ignition cylinder and battery were replaced. *ph *sc *jb
ODI 10050080
12v/24v/48v Battery · Electrical · Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension · Tires · Unknown Or Other
Bad brakes, leaking transmission x 2 repairs, numerous electrical probs, one "accident", damage repaired at ford expense, bad tire, noise from front rt side, "surge" prob, car seemed to "stick" in a gear. I don't have my file with me but i know there is more.
Crash reported
ODI 10069965
12v/24v/48v Battery · Power Train · Seat Belts · Suspension · Tires · Wheels
My complaint is all the problems we have had with the focus. We have had numerous recalls and work done from the drivers seat collapsing, wiring harness replaced, bearings in front, and rear, brake assembly, sway bar, and have had to replace 3 sets of tires, and line up 3 times because they will not make good and the car eats tires. Now we have 52,000 miles on the car, and a pin has come loose and gone through the…
ODI 10069676
12v/24v/48v Battery
The battery cable (part #14301) shorted out, causing the car not to start as well as other minor electrical issues. I found the part was recalled for my vehicle(nhtsa campaign id number: 02v288000), and contacted ford. They had said that the car/part was not covered by the recall since my car was made in nov 99, and the recall only covers cars made after jan 2000. I just wanted to make it know that i experienced…
ODI 770059
12v/24v/48v Battery
Consumer stated there was excessive corrosion on the positive terminal of battery. Consumer had to clean terminal monthly. Ts *tt *jb
ODI 8023239
12v/24v/48v Battery
Consumer stated there was excessive corrosion on the positive terminal of battery. Consumer hads to clean terminal monthly. Consumer also stated the insulation on positive terminal was starting to melt at the point where it connects to battery. Ts *tt *jb
ODI 8023238
12v/24v/48v Battery · Alternator/Generator/Regulator
On 2 occasions in last week vehicle completely stopped without any warning while driving in heavy rush hour traffic. All electric systems failed. There were no warning lights prior to engine shutting down. First failure, battery replaced; charging system checked but seemed ok. Five days later same thing happened alternator and battery replaced. Afraid to drive the car on highway now, for fear it will shut down…
ODI 769372
12v/24v/48v Battery
Consumer states that the some wires melted on the battery causing the car to start. Mr
ODI 8021112
12v/24v/48v Battery · Tie Rod Assembly
Vehicle stalled twice, then engine caught fire in battery area. Please note that i live in canada, and site does not permit canadian address. Actual zip is m4k 1m6 in toronto ontario, canada. Vehicle is total writeoff. Ford dealership denied knowledge of fire or stalling problems with focus.*ak
Fire reported
ODI 767255
12v/24v/48v Battery
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
Fire reported
ODI 765469
12v/24v/48v Battery · Wiring
After parking vehicleovernight next morning it would not start. After getting vehicle started consumertook it to dealer, and was told that wiring had melted, causing battery not to charge. Consumer heard something on tv that nhtsa was investigating such problem.*ak
ODI 8016570
12v/24v/48v Battery · Gasoline
While driving at any speed batteries will die, then engine will start again without turning ignition.*ak
ODI 8015375
12v/24v/48v Battery
2000 ford focus zts, 4-dr sedan. The engine caught on fire on 3/19/02. Car was totaled as a result of the fire. Fire/police suspected fire originated around the battery.
Fire reported
ODI 10011030
12v/24v/48v Battery · Engine And Engine Cooling
I purchased my vehicle in february of 2002. Just 2 weeks after purchasing, car shut down and locked up. Had towed to dealership and found out that there were several recalls to be fixed. There was no cost for that work. Then in about april of 2002 the button that turns the air on and off messed up and the air would not work. We went to ford and since i had no warranty, i was going to have to pay for the repairs,…
ODI 10069134
12v/24v/48v Battery
I was south bond on warren and observed, and smelled smoke. I went to pull over and found out i had lost brakes. I applied the emergency brake and came to a stop,
Fire reported
ODI 10140790
12v/24v/48v Battery · Drum · Ignition
Many, many problems and defects with this car...all problems have been replaced more than twice and still faulty. No safety defect listed. *ak
ODI 765817
12v/24v/48v Battery
The insured noticed that the check light had illuminated, once the hood of the vehicle was opened there was a noise and then smoke began coming from the battery and the fire started with the wiring near or on the battery.*jb (claim#28-3088-224)
Fire reported
ODI 6900772
12v/24v/48v Battery · Front Underhood · Ignition
On 9/5/01 electricial system: battery/ ignition coil assembly had to be remove and install,sparks plugs replace,ignition wires repaired
ODI 753801
12v/24v/48v Battery · Automatic Transmission · Engine · Rear
While working on the vehicle, the mechanic discovered a seal leak in the engine, and a leak in transmission cooler lines. Later,while on the road, the vehicle started to fishtail in the back due to a bolt which held the rear suspension had loosened. In addition, the vehicle had stalling problems, and severe corrosion buildup on the battery. *ak *jb
ODI 10017582
12v/24v/48v Battery · Gasoline
Engine stalled at 30 to 35 mph. Vehicle was towed to a mechanic, and mechanic stated that battery was defective. Dealer replaced battery. Consumer stated that problem still occuring.
ODI 8009602
12v/24v/48v Battery · Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Ignition · Interior Lighting
On four occasions since purchare vehicle completely stopped with dashboard lights flashing while driving in traffic. Dealer replaced the battery, the alternator. Each time returning the car which once again shut down while driving.*ak
ODI 731545
12v/24v/48v Battery · Body · Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel Pump · Parking Brake
Have had very discerning trouble with 2000 ford focus. Things previously fixed are still not working properly. I have had the car since late 2000, and it has been in the service dept. More than i have been able to enjoy it.
ODI 10011012