2000 Ford Focus Gasoline Problems
- 163
- 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 163 stored complaint records:
- 6 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 8 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- fuel pump · 14 records
- provide further · 13 records
- engine stalled · 11 records
- feel free · 10 records
- free provide · 10 records
- engine stalling · 10 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel Pump · Gasoline
The first time that this happened i was traveling at 50mph. My car began to lose power and become hard to control, then it stalled leaving my coasting trying to find a safe place to pull over. I took my car into the dealer and they replaced the fuel pump and several other parts. The second time it happened i was again traveling at 50mph, when again i lost power to the car and was left coasting. I believe that this…
ODI 752807
Carburetor System · Gasoline · Switch
Vehicle stalls without warning at various speeds. Losing all power and steering wheel locks up. Dealer notified 4 times. First 3 times they did nothing, fourth time they said they replaced air intake valve. The morning after we got the car out of the shop it stalled again while driving 55mph. We are tired of getting the run around and are hesitant to contact dealer again concerning this problem. 2nd problem- put key…
ODI 750808
Gasoline
The insured stated the the vehicle caught on fire under the hood.*jb(claim#04-1294-277)
Fire reported
ODI 6900773
Fuel Pump · Gasoline
Vehicle has stalled numerous times at speeds of up to 65 mph. Dealer has replaced fuel pump three times, did not remedy the problem.*ak
ODI 8013988
Foundation Components · Gasoline · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving and foot is removed from accelarator, motor races, loses power dies out.*ak brakes squeal intermittently. *tt
ODI 8007332
Gasoline
Intermittently vehicle will stall out and smoke. Dealer has repaired vehicle several times; however, problem still exists.*ak
ODI 8003058
Gasoline
While driving 20 mph, car complete shut off causing consumer to lose complete control of vehicle and manuvering of steering wheel, manufacturer contacted. *tt
ODI 785909
Gasoline
When fuel level is at half a tank vehicle stalls at highway speeds. This condition has gotten worse over last 4 months, vehicle currently stalls at any time/ speed no matter what fuel level is, and on a daily basis. Dealer cannot find cause. *ak
ODI 897339
Gasoline
Pe 02 044/engine stalling: on several occasions vehicle cut off while driving at multiple speed. Vehicle been to dealer on four occasions, and dealer was unable to duplicate the problem. Feel free to provide any further informnation.*ak
ODI 8011680
Gasoline
Engine stalls at any speed. Consumer feels it's unsafe because it can happen on freeway without warning. Dealer has replaced oxygen sensor, but problem reoccurred. *ak jg
ODI 8011722
Cooling Unit And Lines · Drum · Gasoline · Switch · Wheel Bearing
Consumer states ongoing problem with engine stalling while driving at any speed, dealer was notified. Nlm dealer replaced coil pack and fuel pump 6 times. Vehicle is under warranty however warranty is not valid. The wheel bearings failed causing the rear wheel to fall off. The main belt broke. The transmission cooling lines broke. Ignition switch had to be replaced. The rear brakes squeak especially when there is…
ODI 8007995
Gasoline
Vehicle has stalled 4 times at speeds between 45 - 75 mph in hot/ dry weather. Consumer took vehicle to dealer 3 times so far, and dealer could not remedy problem. *ak
ODI 890544
Gasoline
2000 ford focus stalls in traffic. I've had my car into the dealership's service center numerous times for this problem. They have never been able to reproduce the complaint. I've had a flight data recorder installed on it to capture what is going on with it. However, everytime the car stalled, it goes completely dead and i was not able to capture any data. The stalling seems to occur only during the hot summer…
ODI 10033275
Disc · Front · Gasoline · Lock
Purchased my car in 2000. My car currently has 51,000 miles on it now. Since that time, i have purchased two brand new sets of tires and have had my car aligned two times.. Ihave also needed my trunk latch replaced and although my brakes have been replaced they continue to squeal. Recently, whilr driving on an interstate mt car sputtered and shut down. I waited two hours at which point it was able to be driven. I…
ODI 763931
Gasoline
I would like to submit a complaint against crossroads ford in raleigh, nc who has me drivinig a death trap. I least this vehicle last year (2000 ford focus) and only put 9000 mile on it to date. Even so, it has been shutting off while driving at 45+ miles per hour. When it shuts off i do not have steering capabilities. More than once i was in the fast lane and was in very dangerous situations. Once i went into a…
ODI 744903
Gasoline
Vehicle stalls intermittently, mostly around 35 mph. Dealer cannot remedy problem.*ak
ODI 8009771
Foundation Components · Gasoline
The vehicle stalled out while driving, when making left hand turns and also exhibits no start no clank condition, dealer replaced the sender but the problem resurfaced. Nlm
ODI 563664
Gasoline
Consumer states that while making a turn vehicle will shut off. Nlm
ODI 8007878
Exterior Lighting · Fuel System, Gasoline · Gasoline · Suspension · Tank Assembly · Tires · Underbody Shields · Wiring
While consumer was driving gas tank cover blew off the tank and gas was spilling every where.*ak consumer states vehicle has experienced problems with the sending unit and gas gauge. Wheel bearings on the left rear failed. Transmission fluid leaks, consumer states this is causing slippage and shifting problems. Vehicle experiences a burning oil smell. Wiring harness failure. Light failure (consumer did not specify).…
ODI 894252
Fuel Pump · Gasoline
Engine stalled four times during normal operation. Dealership examined vehicle and replaced fuel pump and lines. Then in middle of july, while traveling at approximately 40 mph and entering highway, vehicle stalled again. Dealer stated that problem was no longer covered under warranty. Please provide any additional information/attachments.*ak
ODI 893504
Control Arm · Gasoline
Control arm failure resulted in tires needing to be replaced, though they had less than 20,000 miles. Ford would not warranty them and firestone would not honor warranty due to damage being caused by defect in the car. The problem with the engine starting and/or dying has just begun in recent months and seems to be getting worse.*ak
ODI 766244
Gasoline
On 03/08/01, while driving 65mph on freeway, engine stalled. Vehicle towed to dealer and fuel pump replaced on 03/09/01. Problem began reocurring on 03/13/01. Problem seems to start after vehicle is warm and has been driven at highway speeds for 10-15mins. Once problem starts, it will reoccur several times within short distances (1/4 to 1/2 miles), necessitating pulling to side of roadway and restarting vehicle.…
ODI 742577
Front · Gasoline · Module · Switch
Vehicle vibrated real hard when it started up and cut off. It has been to dealer 5 times. Dealer has replaced computer, and changed ignition key and more. Dealer has never said why, and didn't have a remedy to problem. Consumer has tried lemon law, but vehicle was over the mileage at that time. Consumer called ford, and was told to work it out with dealer. Problem is still not resovled.*ak
ODI 885672
Gasoline
Vehicle consistently stalls when slowing or brought to a stop when air temperature is below 0f, even after engine is fully warmed up.
ODI 741263
Gasoline · Hazard Flashing Warning Lights · Steering
While driving vehicle would shut down without prior warning. Power would completely go out, no steeering or hazard lights. Consumer would turn engine off, and start back up. This has occurred on numerous occasions. Dealer was unable to duplicate, so was not able to provide remedy. *ak
ODI 893561