2000 Ford Focus Power Train Problems
- 44
- 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 44 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- engine light · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 9 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
While in motion on a busy highway, driving 70 mph, my 2000 ford focus (62,000 orig miles) began downshifting; the engine light illuminated. Replacement of the neutral drive sensor was completed. Now, six months later same thing happening. Driving on a busy highway at speeds of 65 mph the '00 ford focus begins downshifting causing a decrease in speed at an alarming rate, rpms increase, engine light illuminates making…
ODI 11306556
Engine · Power Train
We purchased a vehicle on 09/03/2016 from grass valley auto wholesale brokers, grass valley, ca. The vehicle was making a ticking noise and seemed to have a power issue, it kept losing it. The next day i called the lot and told them. They said they had it checked out and not to worry. I did. It kept happening sporadically. I had a 3 month/3k miles warranty. After calling the lot again, i relayed the same symptoms…
ODI 10935931
Fuel Pump · Power Train · Suspension
Had to replace transmission, cost close to $2,800.00. After that was replaced i has a coil spring break over the tire which broke off into my tire and i went careening over a railroad track and i went into a ditch. Ford motor company replaced that after much protesting on my behalf. I paid out of pocket to have it towed to a dealership. I was never reimbursed for that. The issue i have had since then is that the car…
ODI 10235957
Power Train
Rt front axel broke, car not drivable. Clicking noise noticed on left turns 60 miles previous. Boot cover over rt fnt bearing noted gaping hole, metal attachment ring off and detached. Axel broke as being delivered to dealer for repair/fix of boot cover. Cover had been inspected when tires replaced by dealer 750 miles previously and no noted defect. *nm
ODI 10144834
Fuel Pump · Power Train
The fuel pump in the consumer's 2000 ford focus failed at 39200 miles. *nm the consumer was never informed of a recall regarding the fuel pump. The consumer stated within the first few months of owning the vehicle it needed a new transmission. *jb
ODI 10157298
Power Train
1) at highway speed, abruptly shifts into low gear and deccelerates hard. Odometer displays "======", windshield wipers turn on. 2) engine abruptly stalls, with immediate loss of power steering and brakes. Again accompanied by other odd events. 3) no accident yet, but dangerous. 4) happens sporadically, getting more frequent.
ODI 10126630
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe · Power Train · Wheels
The consumer had numerous repairs performed on her 2000 ford focus. *jb recall campaign#02v288000 & 00v411000. Repairs that have taken place within one year: 14 new tires because of a problem with the wheels, engine, transmission jerking, re-wired, battery, overheating and muffler. *sc
ODI 10127952
Power Train · Steering
The vehicle's steering wheel came off twice while driving. *nm campaign id number : 02v289000. The consumer stated that she was almost killed three times while driving this vehicle. Transmission failed three times. The vehicle had been in an accident and the information was not given at time of purchase. *tc
ODI 10101449
Power Train
Transmission failure due to excessive contamination metal pieces in the planetary fluid oil transmission.*mr *jb
ODI 10054026
Fuel Pump · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Power Train · Rear · Unknown Or Other
I have a 2000 focus. I experiance hesitation when the fuel tank is about 1/4th full, it died once while turning around an offramp cloverleaf. Also when coming to stops it idles rough. When starting and waiting while in or out of gear, idling is rough. Turning corners i occasionaly get creeks from the front and rear. Sometimes i hear thumps from the rear when riding over bumps on occasion. I hear and feel a growl…
ODI 10041036
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
At 148 miles told ford there was a problem with trans, did not believe road tested fro 2 miles and had car for day and a half. Said they designed trans to slip. I continued to drive it in that condition and repeatedly called customer service back and questioned dealers about slip and they said it was designed that way. To say the least trans replaced. Trim and other items falling off car and frod would not replace.…
ODI 10070888
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Structure · Unknown Or Other
Let's see, where shall i begin. Within month or two of purchase of 2000 focus sedan it was back in the shop for the front a panel trim. It took 3 times to finally get that right. Also less than 5 months after purchase, windshield had to be replaced due to a stress fracture (was a 1-1.5 hairline crack which appeared in windshield). The windshield has since been replaced again. While adjusting the rear-view mirror the…
ODI 10070757
Electrical · Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Power Window Devices And Controls · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Unknown Or Other · Wheels
Started experiencing problems with the vehicle after purchase. Suddenly in august, all power systems/computer type items began to fail -- power locks, trunk release. Then, car began (and still does) to sputter and shake when stopped/idle until it would shutdown. Also, the radio/cd player would shut off. Checked for tsbs for the vehicle model & year and found at least 15. When i took the car to the dealer (world ford…
ODI 10070789
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train
Nov 2002 took to dealer the car was purchased from, told them it was sluggish and gas guage didn't always register. I thought at that time it was maybe the transmission. I was told nothing wrong, could not duplicate problem. Took to neighborhood dealer for the same problem replaced fuel filter. Had all this work before warranty expired in feb 2003. Never notified about possible fuel pump. June 27th started car and…
ODI 10070521
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
I have been hearing funny clunking noises from the motor at highway speeds and more recently the engine cuts out when driving, almost like it slipped out of gear. People have looked at it but they says its fine, its done it 4 times already and its kind of getting old.
ODI 10069643
Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Power Train · Sun/Moon Roof Assembly · Tires
Consumer concerned about the amount of recalls on vehicle. *mr the consumer had to replace the cable shifter when the vehicle was only 2 years old. The alternator had to be replaced, the door lock actuators, tires, sun roof control. *jb
ODI 10024305
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
I purchased a 2000 focus se on june 5, 2001 with 23,000 miles. I was told that i would be covered under the original factory warranty 3yr./36,000.i also purchased an extended warranty from the api company at the cost of $1,069 to cover 6yr./60,000.i thought i'd be protected. Wrong ! The vehicle always had horrendous brake dust but the worst was yet to come. In december 2002, my husband and i were in the process of…
ODI 10070218
Electrical · Power Train · Suspension · Unknown Or Other · Wheels
I now have a problem with the transmission. The mechanic thinks it is a filter or switch that keeps the oil level in the transmission when turning right. My car shuts off when i make right turns. I have spent way too much money and still owe on this car..frankly i would like to turn it in! Has lot of repair needs too much money. I had all of the recall work done also
ODI 10070598
Air Bags · Electrical · Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Seat Belts · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering · Unknown Or Other · Wheels
The brakes have been looked at three time because of noise and it's been serviced several times. It's in service right now and has been there for two weeks. I don't know if they are working on it or if they are repairing other things or what. I haven't had heat throughout the coldest part of the winter. The seat belts don't work and the paint is peeling. The car has locked up not letting me start the engine twice,…
ODI 10070084
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Seat Belts · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I have been in the shop about 7 times during the last 3 years due to problems with my new focus. The clutch failed at 6700 miles, along with the brakes, and things got worse from there. The front windshield leaked water into the roof, the fuse on the fan/air conditioning system melted, and the brake pads were replaced numerous times. Also, the fabric on the seats caused me to get shocked every time i got out of the…
ODI 10070021
Power Train
The vehicle rolled backwards while on a hill, the consumer's foot was not on the accelerator. Dealer was able to duplicate problem.*jb
ODI 10008693
Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Wheels
We purchased this 2000 ford focus on 11/13/00. We began having problems with the manual transmission for the first time in january 2001 and took it to the dealership on 1/25/01 for diagnosis and repair. The vehicle has been in for repairs 4 additional times for manual transmission problems on 8/01/01, 1/11/02,7/09/02, and 2/13/03. The problems have been difficulty shifting into 1st and 2nd gear, grinding when…
ODI 10069986
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
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Visibility
When driving the car it goes into neutral then back into gear when backing up the car it grinds the non-drivers side floods everytime it rains windshield wipers were no good both back doors make loud noises when opening and closing there are dents on the non-drivers side below the doors engine light goes on once in a while when driving car sometimes jumps into gear.. (scary) and others i asked the car dealer before…
ODI 10069955
Power Train · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension · Tires · Unknown Or Other
I started to replace tires as early as 5,000 miles just about 7 times by now. Replaced ignition 5/03 for $667.00 the key would go in and wouldn't turn. Spring coil driver's side broke while in traffic replaced 4/03 for $158.50. Now the transmission is completly gone the car would not back up. Please help me, i just don't know what else to do. The customer service at paul clark is so poor that i would not go there…
ODI 10068981