2000 Ford Focus Vehicle Speed Control Problems
- 116
- 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 116 stored complaint records:
- 18 indicate a crash
- 7 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- Accelerator Pedal · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 11 |
| 100–150k mi | 7 |
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Vehicle Speed Control
My idle speed control valve i was told was not working properly and the rpm's would shoot up whenever i would have the car in neutral. However this posed as a high danger risk because it would jerk forward because of the car idling and such a high point. This almost caused me several accidents and is seeming to be hurting the engine. However the danger of keeping my car like this is why i am writing. I think this…
ODI 10150068
Vehicle Speed Control
The vehicle has a recall for the speed control cable and servo unit (99v346000). The dealer and ford motor co. Service state that the recall doesn't apply to my vehicle even though i have the problem described in the recall which is a faulty servo unit. *jb
ODI 10140129
Abs Warning Light · Automatic Transmission · Electrical System · Vehicle Speed Control
Purchased 2000 ford focus, vin [xxx] from croft ford on dec. 19, 2001; mileage was 12,163 (car was still under warranty); have been unable to walk since march of 2002 (mileage on car is now just over 13,000; last 200 plus miles has been put on by ford dealerships attempting to fix car). Have had this car in to several ford dealerships; none of which can solve problem of engine surges; dash lights sweeping;…
ODI 10137913
Vehicle Speed Control
After releasing accelerator the engine rpms remain at the original level as if it was pressed in netrual or the clutch is engagged. Accelerator is not sticking. Then rpm's are normal for a time while driving. It seems to happen above 3000 rpms. *ak
ODI 10116363
Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle lurched forward, and owner had to take out the key from ignition in order to stop the vehicle. Manufacturer will be contacted by consumer.*ak
ODI 10111503
Vehicle Speed Control
On 01-15-05 at approximately 10:00 hours, my fiancee, myself, and my son were riding in our 2000 ford focus se 2.0 liter dohc. When trying to pass a truck the accelerator broke off completely and the throttle cable snapped. We were then stuck next to the truck with no where to go could not accelerate. If it was not for the evasive actions of my fiancee i may not be talking to you right now. We had to pull onto the…
ODI 10106408
Vehicle Speed Control
While stopping at stop sign at an intersection consumer applied the brakes and vehicle suddenly accelerated. Then, vehicle stopped. But this incident happened more than once. Consumer drove drive vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic could not duplicate the problem. *ak. Idle speed shoots way up for a few seconds. Consumer have to stand on brake to keep car from moving into intersection. *ak
ODI 10101713
Vehicle Speed Control
Recall 00v302000, when coming to a stop engine revved at a high rate. Consumer pulled over, and restarted the vehicle. Dealership would not repair the problem because vin was not included. *ak
ODI 10090116
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 · Fuel Gauge System · Hood · Lock · Vehicle Speed Control
Leaking water into passenger foot-compartment. Isolated problem to plastic cover that sits beneath windshield, and is mostly accessible with hood open. The problem is that the plastic comes away from windshield due to some buckling in the plastic. Fixed problem by applying pressure to plastic to bend it back to shape so it snagged-up closer to windshield. Not seen problem since. Mastic to adhere plastic to…
ODI 10046826
Vehicle Speed Control
For the second time since june 2003 my car drove sluggishly with poor acceleration and stalling. It was repaired by the dealership in june. As i was taking it back to the dealer while turning into their driveway i took my foot off the gas to brake to slow down. My car surged forward and the spedometer shot up to 140 and back down as i applied the brake.*ak
ODI 10032663
Vehicle Speed Control
While driving 5-10 mph the vehicle suddenly accelerated at a very high speed. *nlm
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10016099
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Ford focus 2000 sputters and lunges on right hand turns. Sometimes stalling and dying. This is a potential safety hazard if your car dies right in the middle of the road.*ak
ODI 10021279
Electrical System · Frame And Members · Motor · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Vehicle Speed Control · Wheel Bearing
Consumer received poor service from ford motor company, as well as from following local ford dealers morande ford of berlin, ct and ray seraphin ford of vernon ct, and different opinions from ford employees concerning multiple recalls on a-frame/stereo/windshield wiper motor/rear wheel bearings, electrical system, and sudden acceleration/lurching. *ak
ODI 10014554
Vehicle Speed Control
When entering a driveway owner proceeded forward when vehicle accelerated out of control, striking a wall. Both air bags deployed from extent of impact. Please describe details. *ak
Crash reported
ODI 8018077
Vehicle Speed Control
Engine revved and vehicle jerked 4 times, vehicle is at dealership at this time. Please provide additional information.
ODI 8016931
Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle will lose power when accelerating. Dealer has been notified. Please provide additional information.*ak
ODI 8014608
Vehicle Speed Control
For the past two weeks my 2002 ford focus se has been running rough when rpm exceed 3500. Yesterday this problem became worse while i was travaling on i-94 east bound. While trying to accelerate to maintain the speed of the freeway the car begain to stall out. It stayed running but i could no longer press the gas pedal without the motor wanting to stall. Finally after a the car slowed down to 40mph i was able to…
ODI 764232
Vehicle Speed Control
6/3/02 : my ford focus was accelerating on an entrance ramp to interstate 70 in abilene, kansas, and upon reaching about 40 mph it suddenly stalled. Fortunately, there was plenty of shoulder to pull off onto. After about 20 minutes, the car was able to continue on to manhattan, kansas, without further problem. Later that evening when attempting to move the focus from my driveway into my garage, it started up ok, but…
ODI 762748
Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle accelerates on its own, engine revs. Throttle recall was done first in october of 2001, then a second time.*ak
ODI 8010562
Vehicle Speed Control
While driving cruise control will lock up and could cause an accident. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.*ak
ODI 8012415
Vehicle Speed Control
Car sometimes stalls or experiences hesitation when accelerating...such as merging onto a freeway during rush hour and having cars swerve around you. Only notice the acceleration and stalling problems when gas goes below half a tank. Afraid to merge onto freeway for fear of accident and being stranded.*ak
ODI 761346
Fuses And Circuit Breakers · Unknown Or Other · Vehicle Speed Control
Car stalls or surges when going 50+ miles per hour/headlights flash on/off and other electrical components fail/engine light illuminates
ODI 760250
Vehicle Speed Control
While driving vehicle will start to accelerate, then slowing and completely shutting off. Vehicle has to sit for an hour before starting back up, and will drive for a few minutes and do the same thing all over again.*ak
ODI 8008622
Vehicle Speed Control
The vehichle lock with the steering wheel and the wheels in a locked position.the vehicle then accelerated on it's own,and hit a curb.the other times it happened the same way.the car pulling real fast to one side,and the car won't stop it actually accelerates. *ak
Crash reported · 3 injuries
ODI 760522