2000 Ford Focus Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
- 92
- 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 92 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- fuel pump · 21 records
- fuel system · 20 records
- system gasoline · 9 records
- fuel delivery · 8 records
- fuel filter · 8 records
- failure mileage · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 23 |
| 60–100k mi | 16 |
| 100–150k mi | 12 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. Shortly after the vehicle was repaired according to nhtsa campaign number: 03v482000 (fuel system, gasoline), the failure indicated in the recall notice recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer twice for repairs, but the dealer stated that they did not have to honor the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 41,444.
ODI 10615302
Fuel System, Gasoline
Stalled then would not crank over. Mechanic said they would need to replace the fuel pump. *tr
ODI 10446827
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. The vehicle stalled while the contact was driving approximately 40 mph. The contact was able to restart the vehicle however, the failure recurred intermittently whenever the fuel tank was one quarter of a tank fuel. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 03v482000 (fuel system, gasoline) but was advised…
ODI 10457999
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. The contact was driving 55 mph when the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the mechanic advised that the fuel pump had malfunctioned would need to be replaced. The contact stated called the manufacturer regarding the fuel pump and the manufacturer stated that there was nothing they could do to assist because the vehicle was no…
ODI 10425058
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. The contact stated while driving various speeds the vehicle would hesitate and fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but offered no assistance since the vehicle was over the statute of limitation on nhtsa recall campaign number: 03v482000 (fuel system,…
ODI 10419515
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. While driving approximately 30-35 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle began to jerk abnormally as the speedometer failed. The vehicle later stalled yet the contact was able to restart the vehicle and it was taken to an authorized dealer. The dealer performed a diagnostic and advised that the fuel delivery modular would need replacing. The contact…
ODI 10390123
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle was unable to be restarted. The vehicle was inspected by a mechanic who stated that the failure seemed to be identical to recall 03v482000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle had not been repaired. The vin was unavailable. The failure mileage was approximately 38,500.
ODI 10369108
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. The contact was attempting to add fuel to the vehicle, when he noticed that the fuel tank had detached from the vehicle and fell to the ground with a full tank of gasoline. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic who replaced the straps. The contact did not in inform the dealer nor was the manufacturer aware of the failure. The current mileage was 99,944. The failure…
ODI 10401429
Fuel System, Gasoline
My 2000 ford focus stalls whenever i come to a stop, it occurs everyday and at times my car has shut off right in the middle of traffic almost causing collisions. Nothing has been done to correct the failure, ford has not contacted me in regards to the recall nor have they return any of my attempts to get the problem solved. *tr
Fire reported
ODI 10357797
Fuel System, Gasoline
Normal driving when accelerating or going on ramps onto the hwy. Also it happens when making left turns onto street etc. Car stalls, or the power gets caught off. This problem led to oncoming traffic car hit my car as the car stalled when i was making left hand turn. It occurs often when below 1/3 fuel tank of fuel. Ford had issued extended warranty on the fuel delivery module 10 years only since initial purchase…
Crash reported
ODI 10351900
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle would hesitate, stall and lose power while moving uphill and occasionally on a level surface. He had to restart the vehicle for it to function properly. The contact replaced and checked all components within the fuel system except for the fuel pump; however, the problem continued. The vehicle had not inspected or repaired. The…
ODI 10358070
Fuel System, Gasoline
2000 ford focus. After pumping gas and then starting the engine. The car starts and then dies. The rpm. Goes just under 2 and then drops down to nothing and the engine stalls. I have taken it to my mechanic several time and he can't figure it out. So then i took it to a mechanic that deals just in engines, and he doesn't know what's going on with it. The problem is that it only does it after you pump fuel. It starts…
ODI 10361445
Fuel System, Gasoline
I noticed slight hesitation in my 2000 ford focus in june of 2009, and requested that my local ford dealership consider replacing the fuel sender and pump because this was a known internal ford campaign replacement part issue. They indicated because it was not a severe hesitation, they could not perform that work under the replacement campaign. This hesitation continued but very intermittently. Then in july 2010, i…
ODI 10357749
Automatic Transmission · Front · Fuel System, Gasoline
Driving down the road in a subdivision at about 20 mph, turned, and heard a cracking sound from left front tire. Stopped and got out to look = left front spring coil was broken. I drive a 2000 ford focus. Have also had trouble with the ignition system - key not turning in tumbler - and with the fuel pump module. Last contacted recall from ford dealership was for "wiper motor in 2001." *tr
ODI 10330712
Fuel System, Gasoline
Everytime i try to merge into traffic my car loses power and sometimes dies. I have tried to keep my gas tank above half a tank bc it seems to run better when it is. But i cant always do that and as soon as it hits around a fourth of a tank it struts to mess up bad.. It feels kinda like a miss. It will start messing up and eventually start losing power. It has jerking movements when i push on the accelerator. I have…
ODI 10351883
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline
Engine hesitation, loss of power and surging. I lost power and was escorted off the highway by a sheriff deputy . *tr
ODI 10327970
Fuel System, Gasoline
I bought the car in 2008 since then the car has stalled out on numerous occassions. I have replaced the wires and plugs twice, had the fuel injectors flushed out and have been without my car for many days having to leave it with the mechanic to try and solve this mystery. It wasn't until last week that we became aware that the fuel system was recalled. I had to replace the entire fuel modular system, pump and…
ODI 10322624
Fuel System, Gasoline
2000 ford focus in excellent condition and less than 50,000 miles failed to start due to no fuel pressure with fuel in the vehicle. *tr
ODI 10293459
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. While driving between 55-60 mph, the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The contact pulled over and opened the gas cap, which was difficult to open. When the cap was finally opened, there was a popping sound coming from the gas tank. The contact noticed that the temperature in the vehicle was warmer than normal. Ford stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number…
ODI 10262235
Fuel System, Gasoline · Ignition
I went to the gas station to buy gas. After filling the tank i got in and when i tried to start the car it would not turn. Not even to the acc position. I called for a tow truck and they came and got it. I called my local ford dealer and asked them about it and they told me its becoming very common for this type of car and to repair it i would have to replace the ignition cylinder and have it programmed... *tr
ODI 10249533
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. The contact could not accelerate over 20 mph, even after she shifted into third gear. She also noticed that the engine warning light illuminated on the instrument control panel. The dealer stated that her vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 03v482000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer did not provide any assistance. The failure and current mileages were…
ODI 10227032
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. The vehicle would hesitate driving at any speed. There are times where the engine will rev and it will raise 2 or 4 rpms but the speed of the vehicle will remain the same. She took the vehicle into a shop and was told that there was a problem in the fuel line and that it needed to be repaired. But she decided to check for recalls before making repairs. She went online and…
ODI 10236539
Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. While driving 50 mph, the contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to be restarted a few seconds later. Ford stated that the failure was included in nhtsa campaign id number 03v482000 (fuel system); however, the recall repair was previously performed. The failure mileage was 72,800 and current mileage was 73,000. Updated 01-15-08.…
ODI 10209941
Fuel System, Gasoline
Car would start stalling at lights or stop sign. Then started shaking and jumping at lights and stop signs. Would have to put in neutral which did not help much. While driving would rpm high would have to take foot of gas so it would change gears, at the same time no power. At 1/4 tank while driving just stalls/wait & start again. *jb
ODI 10199987
Fuel System, Gasoline
Pertaining to nhtsa campaign id number 03v482000 and ford campaign number 03n01. *jb
ODI 10198681