2000 Ford Focus Ignition Problems
- 536
- 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 536 stored complaint records:
- 7 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 4 indicate fire
- 2 indicate a death
What owners report
- Switch · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 108 |
| 60–100k mi | 107 |
| 100–150k mi | 33 |
| 1–30k mi | 27 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Ignition
The consumer inserted the key and could not turn the key. When the consumer tried to remove the key from the ignition, the key wouldn't turn or come out. The reason was due to the tumblers in the lock had dropped. The consumer was told the entire steering column assembly needed to be replaced. *scc *jb
ODI 8021984
Ignition
On sunday, 21 july 2002, the ignition switch on my focus went out. At first, the key would not go into the lock, then it would not turn. This raised three major concerns: one in the mid 90's, ford us recalled over 8 million cars and trucks that had faulty ignition switches. Some of those defective switches resulted in vehicle fires. Two although i wasn't moving when the defect happened, what if i had been driving…
ODI 768710
Ignition
The problem with my ignition happen twice a year apart. I was not compensated for the repair because my car was not under warrant; however the ford relatioin departmetn and the dealership agreed that this is a defect. I was compensated the a year ago the first time it happen. I am requesting that i be refunded the amonut of 368.65. This was the fee for the repair. I also want for ford to buy the car back because…
ODI 766298
Ignition
Vehicle would ntermittently not restart within 10 minutes or more after turning off vehicle. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
ODI 8014104
Ignition
The ignition in my 2000 ford focus has been replaced three times in the last four years. Nothing unusual was happening, one day i got in my car, drove the coffee shop came out and the key would not turn. That was the first time, six months later the same thing and about six months after that. The fourth time this happened i returned to the dealer and was told that it was my key this time not the ignition. *nm
ODI 10107533
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Fuel System, Other · Ignition
This car has had 4 recalls so far. In addition to the recalls i have had it in for other problems like the gas light failed to to work, the igntion part after turning car off would act like the key was still in. The biggest complaint i have is the brakes at 9000 miles i had it in to check the brakes and then 8000 miles later my roters went bad. I do not feel safe in this car at all.*ak
ODI 762988
Ignition
On two ocasions the car stalled while stopped at intersection. Car then restarted and continued on. Both came within a week of each other. Reporting because of article i saw in usa today dated 6-7-2002.*ak
ODI 762791
Ignition
Tonight my husband was driving from our home to pick up our son in south jersey. He was in 3rd gear and going approximately 30 mph car just died. A tow truck came. Car unable to start. Thankfully noone was with him and it was at night because a major accident could have happened. I see that 72 incidents of similar focus cars dying have previously been reported to the nhtsa. I would like my car added as the 73rd…
ODI 762574
Ignition
Ignition freezes after inserting key; after several attempts it turns over. *ak
ODI 762935
Ignition
Ignition switch failed. Key would not turn when placed into the ignition. Dealer is currently replacing ignition switch and ignition column. Ford was contacted and has denied any knowedge of previous problems. *ak
ODI 761097
Ignition
Consumer states the ignition lock/switch mechanism failed, causing ignition key to get stuck and the steering wheel to lock. *yd
ODI 565409
Fuel Injection System · Ignition
My whole is my problem. I lease this car for three years and they could not tell what the problem is. I spend more time at the dealership then i did on my job. I am still having problem with ford focus and they still don't know what the problem is. The customer service at adamson ford is very poor . This where my first time driving a american car. They did not want to get me out of the car and then i call the owner…
ODI 760129
Ignition
While driving at any speed and no warning the vehicle will shut off, causing consumer to pull over and it will be hard to get the vehicle back started.dealer notified. *ak
ODI 10022102
Foundation Components · Frame And Members · Gasoline · Ignition · Suspension
Consumer experiencing many problems with ignition, key will not turn when inserted in ignition switch. Dealer replaced ignition. *tt
ODI 566207
Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Anchorage · Drum · Ignition
Many safety recalls for this car. No safety defect stated. *ak
ODI 761145
Ignition
Consumer states unable to start vehicle due to fact that you cannot put key in the ingnition. Dealer replaced part. Nlm
ODI 8007892
Ignition
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
ODI 757040
Ignition
I have had to replace my ignition in my car 3 times....every year at the exact same time its goes out....i think everybody with a focus is tired of paying tons of money to get this fixed when its not even our fault.....something has to be done, this has to b mad into a recall.... *tr
ODI 10225990
Automatic Transmission · Drum · Ignition · Rack And Pinion · Rear Compartment/Trunk · Unknown Or Other
I have had nothing but problems with this vehicle just last month the cable and motor in the rear passenger side door window burned up and now will cost over $600. To fix i can not get the front rack & pinion fixed because it will cost $1800.00. The transmission is going out now it slips out of gear sometimes not at all. I just got the brakes repaired for the third time in may and they are again squeaking. I have…
ODI 769355
Ignition
When the key is placed in the ignition, the key will not turn and start the vehicle. The dealer examined the vehicle and replaced the ignition switch. This vehicle has had the ignition switch replaced three times since ownership. *la
ODI 10082191
Caliper · Ignition · Suspension
The ignition housing locked up and as a result the vehicle could not be moved. The front axles on the right side fell off. The dealer refused to repair them. The front brake calipers fell off. The rear end slid while driving on a wet surface. *mr cb *nlm
ODI 10027031
Fuel Pump · Ignition
Vehicle constantly stalls. Sometimes she cannot take key out of ignition. Then, sometimes cannot put key in ignition. Also, fuel pump has been changed twice. When accelerating vehicle begins to vibrate.*ak
ODI 8014278
12v/24v/48v Battery · Drum · Ignition
Many, many problems and defects with this car...all problems have been replaced more than twice and still faulty. No safety defect listed. *ak
ODI 765817
Ignition
Car stalled while at a stop signal, then re-started; after 25 yds car stalled again and fire appeared from under the hood. Extinguished by towels and water. Damage noted to be a melt-down at battery and both pos and neg cables. Some melted and burned components adjacent. Insurance fire investigator noted damage in starter area. *ak
Fire reported
ODI 752128
Automatic Transmission · Disc · Door · Ignition · Trunk Lid · Unknown Or Other
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
ODI 760548
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