2000 Ford Focus Engine And Engine Cooling Problems
- 121
- 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 121 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 12 indicate fire
What owners report
- Exhaust System · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 25 |
| 30–60k mi | 23 |
| 100–150k mi | 15 |
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. While driving 60 mph, the engine shut off and all of the warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The contact stated that the failure is similar to the one noted in recall # 00v302000 (vehicle speed control:cables). The powertrain was unknown. The current mileage is 118,000 and failure mileage was 116,000.
ODI 10194942
Engine And Engine Cooling
Engine malfunctioned: ford focus se year 2000. Purchased from omar car sales in fremont [redacted] i thought it was the battery. When i came out of raley's at about 4:50 pm, i could not start my car. It was making a clicking sound only. (1) just had major work some of the timing belt, a motor mount, and spark plugs, all new ford parts were used as replacements. The car had been in excellent condition beforehand. I…
ODI 10184033
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Equipment · Unknown Or Other
There is a leak in the resevoir for the radiator, electrical problem with the radio. The radio keeps losing power when going down the road. The master switch for the passenger window does not work, the rear passenger window assembly is broke leaving the window not able to stay up. There is a funny noise when driving down the road. It sounds like a crackly noise. Half of the time the heat will not work. *jb
ODI 10147140
Engine And Engine Cooling
Dt: caller said that the vehicle started making a clanking noise. The vehicle stalled and would not start. Vehicle was on a road that had no emergency lane to pull over. Vehicle was towed to caller's house, and was still leaking oil. A mechanic said the engine blew out. Manufacturer said there was no recalls, and caller's warranty expired. Dealer said to bring to bring vehicle but she would have to pay for any…
ODI 10133722
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
Engine And Engine Cooling
Driving up freeway on ramp , while pressing on accelerator engine made loud noise. I pulled to the right emeregency lane open the hood. There was a hole on the block of my engine. Metal chunks were stuck on my radiator . I also picked up metal pieces on the on ramp. When inspected the damages at home the camshaft rod that holds the cam was broken. *ak
ODI 10116361
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. While driving approximately 25 mph there was knocking sound coming in the engine. There was also hesitation while accelerating. The contact stated that the engine light also illuminated on the dashboard. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic twice and the engine was replaced. The failure continued to occur after the vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was not repaired.…
ODI 10389848
Engine And Engine Cooling
My 2000 ford focus se's engine has repeatedly died while driving. It has died even at speeds above 60 mph, and has endangered me several times, especially when it happens going around a curve. Luckily i have avoided an accident so far, but it's only a matter of time. This has happened i would say about 50 times. I am too poor to have it fixed, but i have had an engine flush and injector cleaning with no effect. *jb
ODI 10110457
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel Pump
Nhtsa campaign 00v303000/rear wheel hub nuts. Owner was driving and heard a rattling noise in the rear of the vehicle. Owner took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the left rear wheel and brake drum assembly began to seperate. Owner also contacted the manufacturer. Although this year make and model is currently being recalled for this defect, due to the vin this vehicle was excluded and the owner…
ODI 10107495
Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving and upon making a left or right turn vehicle stalled which almost caused an accident. Consumer contacted the dealer. However, the dealer will do nothing to assist the consumed. Recall 03v482000 concerning stalling was issued. *ak
ODI 10119112
Engine And Engine Cooling · Rear · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Tires
The vehicle's brakes had to be replaced about every three months. *nm the rear end was unable to be lined up, if so, the vehicle would fishtail back and forth and the consumer would unable to drive the vehicle. The tires were out of round and the vehicle would run rough, especially when going up hills. *sc *jb
ODI 10111201
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicle was recently serviced at the dealership. Consumer parked the vehicle at home and inadvertently the vehicle caught on fire. Consumer called the fire department, and the fire was extinguished. According to the fire department it was an engine fire.*ak
Fire reported
ODI 10107133
Engine And Engine Cooling
While at a stop the pistons dropped. Consumer managed to pull over, and had the vehicle towed. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
ODI 10103932
Engine And Engine Cooling · Rack And Pinion
At 77,230 the rack and pinion needed to be replaced because it was worn and about to break. Also a week or two later at 77,300 miles the engine seized while driving. The dealership thinks that a housing ring came loose and welded on the cylinder. The engine was installed, but did resolve the problem. The vehicle has been shipped to the factory for further service. *jb
ODI 10096750
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel Pump
The vehicle stalled while driving. This failure is possible related to recall 03n01. *nm recall number number (03v482000) the consumers vehicle experienced engine problems (engine hesitation, loss of power, and surging)as a result of a faulty fuel pump. The consumer was able to minimize the problems by keeping the fuel tank 3/4 to full as set forth in the notice. *tc
ODI 10095356
Engine And Engine Cooling · Front
When driving more than 20 mph the whole front end shook violently. Please provide additional information. *jb altenator replaced still having problems. Engine will only allow the vehicle to drive 20 mph. *tc
ODI 10091461
Engine And Engine Cooling
After receiving a recall letter vehicle was taken to dealer for service, and was told the service could not be performed because of a branded title. Previous recall service has been performed.*ak
ODI 10089349
Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving at any speed vehicle stalled intermittently, resulting once in a crash. *ak
Crash reported
ODI 10083822
Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving 75 mph vehicle stalled. Consumer managed to pull over, and had the vehicle towed. But on one occasion was able to restart the vehicle. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
ODI 10084026
Emission Control · Engine And Engine Cooling · Ignition · Vehicle Speed Control
Problems with the vehicle motor going fast then slowing down. *mr when the vehicle was in motion, there was thump in the rear under the seat as if it were stopping and or losing power, the emission light had come on the dash board and would go off and on again, the floor would vibrate and rattle, the engine would cut off when at stop lights, the key would not turn in the ignition/stuck in cylinder. The stalling…
ODI 10083985
Engine And Engine Cooling
2000 ford focus se, car was pulling. Felt like a jerking. Car seemed to idle out. If i was to sit at a light for more than 30 secs it cut off. Maybe 2-3 times in one day.i thought it was my transmission again. But my engine was failing . The head gasket was blown. The mechanic said it's from the car over heating. I don't know how that is possible when i literally fill the coolant to max every week to maybe two…
ODI 10082547
Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving 70 mph vehicle stalled. Consumer restarted the vehicle. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak. Consumer claims intermittent stalling which started five months after purchasing vehicle. *ak
ODI 10099863
Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving vehicle stalled. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
ODI 10088007
Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving consumer noticed black smoke coming from the engine. Consumer pulled the vehicle over, opened the hood, and saw that the engine was on fire. Driver was able to put out the flames. *ak
Fire reported
ODI 10067091
Engine And Engine Cooling
Recall 03 v 482 000 concerning stalling. Vehicle stalled and hesitated while in motion. Vehicle was repaired for this recall by the dealer, and problem recurred. *ak
ODI 10083577