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.
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
Power Train · Power Window Devices And Controls · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Unknown Or Other
1)we had trouble with right rear door lock stuttering nothing found to be wrong has only occured once since 2)transmission makes a whirring noise intermitenly when car is in reverse dealer found nothing wrong on both occasions 3)rear brakes on two occasions have made squeaking noises first time at 34950 km new shoe pads. Second time at 41346 km shoes and drums sanded 4mm left on shoes has squeaked on only one…
ODI 10071309
Power Train · Rotor
Both front rotors were cupped and tapered, the dealer suggested that the brake pads were too hard for the rotors which caused unusual wear. In less than 3 years, 27,736 miles the transmission has slipped 6-8 times, the vehicle was taken to the dealer but they were unable to duplicate the problem on two different occasions. Nlm
ODI 568374
Electrical · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering · Suspension · Tires
Car is only 2yrs,8mo. Have currently expended over $4000.00 on repairs. Problem with seals allowing fumes in car from other vehicles running beside mine. The noise and wind shear level is very unsatisfactory. Squeal noise and thumping feeling from pressing on brake pedal. Hesitation on accelerating into traffic flow. Poor quality on parts and workmanship from manufacturer
ODI 10070124
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train
My car started by losing power and the the engine would race up in any gear. The lights on the dash would dim along with the radio and the headlights. Then on oct 31 2002, the gages went crazy. I parked the car and called ford and asked if they would run a test to see what was wrong. They said i would have to pay for the test and i told them i could not afford it. Since then i only drive the car to the store about 5…
ODI 10070080
Power Train · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension · Tires · Unknown Or Other · Wheels
Purchased ford focus se in may of 2002 with 13,260 miles. We did not buy the extended warranty because we could not afford. Soon after bringing the car home, we noticed the tire was very wobbly, and the brakes were squeaking--took it to the ford dealer and they told us these cars are notorious for brake noise, as for the tire nothing is wrong-the service dept. Test drove and didn't notice a thing. Have taken it in…
ODI 10070828
Power Train
THE TRANSMISSION FAILED.*JB
ODI 10009077
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Power Window Devices And Controls · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
Takes off real hard like it wants to die but won't, then stops. When car is ran for a while it starts doing. We are not the only focus with this problem. There are others along with their reverse going out or first gear. Every one who takes it in doesn't get it fixed
ODI 10069612
Front Underhood · Module · Power Train
While driving vehicle at approximately 40mph it would suddenly die out without any warning. Would lose all power steering and brakes. Taken to dealership each time and had speedometer repaired/ wiring harness replaced, and brain box of computer repaired. After each repair problem would reappear. Manufacturer is buying back vehicle. *ak
ODI 898159
Interior/Under Dash · Power Train
On aug 31, 2001 at approxametly 1:40pm, while on my way to work my speedometer, and tachometer topped out. And all dash electrical systems began flashing. My car began excelerating and stopping on its own, and i imedeiately noticed smoke pouring from under the hood and from the vents. I pulled into parking lot at work, i poped the hood and called the fire department, becuase there were flames coming from the battery…
Fire reported
ODI 751668
Door · Interior Lighting · Power Train · Rotor · Structure
After 6 months of purchase, the brake system specifically rotors failed. While applying brakes there was a constant grinding noise, resulting in extended stopping distance before vehicle came to a complete stop. Mechanic stated ford focus had these common problems, also experiencing other problems such as erratic speedometer failure, an the interior light fell out from roof of vehicle, and 2 inches of water entering…
ODI 8005005
Gasoline · Power Train
Consumers vehicle jerks and surged while being driven and the check engine light illuminates, the dealer has replaced the trans rang sensor 3 times and the entire transmission once but the problen reoccurs, possibly related to the engine. (attorney for client). Nlm
ODI 556494
Air Bags · Electrical · Engine And Engine Cooling · Exhaust System · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Power Window Devices And Controls · Seat Belts · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Structure · Unknown Or Other
I bought the car in june of 2000 since this time the car has had a number of recalls on the car. I feel that the people that bought the 2000 model of this car should not be liable to pay the amount the contact was signed. Due to the fact that at the time the car was bought, the people that bought the car didn't know that most of the car's life would be in the shop being fixed. Also ford knew that the focus was prone…
ODI 10069304
Power Train
2000 ford focus transmission developed problems.*mr the consumer stated the vehicle was stuck in second gear. The vehicle broke down 5 times due to transmission problems. *jb
ODI 10134553
Electrical System · Power Train · Rearview Mirrors/Devices · Seat Belts · Steering · Structure
The consumer experienced two defects with her vehicle. *ph the back passenger seat belt was placed in backwards per manufacturer, the volume on the radio increased and decreased without control, the gear stick slid off the post, the vehicle stalled when going to a complete stop, the power knob to the radio would become sticky whenever the sun was present, the trunk would not open, the ignition switch jammed twice,…
ODI 10057272
Power Train
The vehicle failed to shift gears while going up hills, and the transmission light was flashing. The vehicle was serviced and the servo piston needed to be replaced. *jb
ODI 10019817
Fuel Gauge System · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control · Wiring
The vehicle experienced problems with the wiring, transmission-(jump out of gear), fuel gauge level is inoperative, and the motor would race. The shifter and cable was removed, and the center console was removed to replace the shifter assembly. The dealer could not duplicate the fuel gauge problem. Mr scc
ODI 10011706
Air Conditioner · Headlights · Power Train
At once speedometer/ a/c motors boggles down, and headlight flicker dim and bright.*ak
ODI 8005429
Air Conditioner · Headlights · Power Train
Reason unknown as to why at once speedometer, a/c motor boggles down, headlights flicker dim and bright.*ak
ODI 8005396