2001 Ford Focus Suspension Problems
- 45
- 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 45 stored complaint records:
- 9 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- steering wheel · 9 records
- ball joint · 4 records
- front coil · 4 records
- coil spring · 4 records
- loud noise · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 8 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Suspension
2001 ford focus with 146k miles. Adult driven one owner and well cared since new. Noticed clunking sound so took it in for brakes to the ford dealer. Was told by dealer they can't fix as entire subframe is rotted and "i was one pothole from the engine falling out". It appears that dealers use this line as i found other complaints with the exact same wording. How can you recall the escape and windstar for the same…
ODI 10824264
Steering · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. While driving, the vehicle pulled to the right independently and the contact lost control of the steering wheel. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the lower control arm, ball joint assembly, and axle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact did not know if the vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number:…
ODI 10810424
Suspension
Right front coil spring broke as i was driving to the mechanic to have a ball joint on my left front tire replaced. Heard a clanging noise while driving. I thought it was from the bad ball joint, when mechanic checked he said the coil spring had snapped. Called ford about safety recall which came up when i put my vin number into their website. I was informed that the warranty period was over and my car was not…
ODI 10681681
Suspension
Checked your site for recalls. Found field service action number:03m02 re: coil springs. Previously checked for recalls two year ago. This notice was not on your site then. As the original owner, i have made it a point to keep abreast of all recalls. I was never notified of this notice by ford. Used the same dealer for repairs for the last 5 years. Called ford today. Ford said the dealer had a copy of this notice.…
ODI 10650346
Suspension
Right front coil spring broke while driving on the road. The broken spring penetrated the right front tire and immediately disabled the vehicle. It has been documented that this is a common problem for this vehicle, and it was determined that the springs were manufactured improperly and do not resist corrosion. Ford has recognized the probelm through several tsbs and even had a customer satisfaction program 03m02…
ODI 10582850
Seat Belts · Suspension · Underbody Shields
SUBFRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH. *TR
ODI 10578416
Suspension
Front right lower balled joint separated and broke the control arm almost separated the wheel from the car. The car has not been repaired. *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10490498
Suspension · Underbody Shields
Heard clunking noise-rear subframe is completely rotted and broken on both sides. *tr
ODI 10485281
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. The contact stated that while driving 5mph there was a clunking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnose that the front coil springs fractured. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not offer any assistance. The failure mileage was 122,000.
ODI 10484616
Engine · Steering · Suspension · Underbody Shields
My last oil change i was inform the front subframe is badly rusted, to the point the mechanic could push a screw driver through it in spots. He informed me that driving it was a major safety risk, as the frame could fail, causing an accident. He said ford has not issued a recall. They must be waiting for a higher body count when the front end of the car fails while going down the interstate. *tr
ODI 10458073
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. The contact was driving 40 mph when the steering wheel became loose and a clunking noise emitted from the front of the vehicle. The power steering also failed, causing the vehicle to steer to the left abnormally. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the private mechanic confirmed that the front spring from the struts had detached and needed to be replaced. The…
ODI 10447108
Suspension
Coil spring on front passenger side broke while driving on the highway. Unable to move the vehicle because a metal object from broken spring jammed into the front tire. The car is old, but has been kept inside a garage and has low mileage.
ODI 10423393
Suspension · Underbody Shields
On may 9, 2011 my car went for emergency repairs to bill wilcox's charlon ford agency of ridgecrest, ca. After $1725 repairs, i experienced a reduction in mileage, dropping from 30-31mpg to 25-26 mpg, a 17 to 18 % drop. That began immediately, with the initial purchase of gas - in visalia; and, it was later confirmed was caused by the improper use of a torch on a suspension cross member. The car was taken to rob…
Crash reported
ODI 10437286
Engine And Engine Cooling · Steering · Suspension
I've had numerous problems with my ford focus and despite regular maintenance i've been stranded on the side of a highway countless times.thus far i've replaced the engine twice. Twice i've had to replace the alternator. My throttle does not return to idle and has unexpected moments of acceleration and i've had to replace the engine throttle sensor. Both of my front coil springs have broken and were very close to…
ODI 10433536
Suspension · Tires · Wheel Bearing
I have a 2001 ford focus, originally there has only been one owner to this vehicle. Very recently, i experienced a very loud noise in my left rear tire which as days past, i was unable to drive the car. My tire had begun to wobble to the point i thought that it may come off my car. This was caused by defective wheel bearings in the tire. *tr
ODI 10214201
Suspension · Tires
My 2001 zx3 focus would eat tires .. Got it used but with only 30,000 miles put new firestone tires on and had it rotated every 3000 miles to keep it from shaking .. Did that 4 times and sold the p.o.s. The people at firestone told me it was bad engineering on fords part . Brakes would make nose that the dealer had no clue what it was . .. Now i date someone i with a 2002 ford focus. At 30,000 new brakes and rotors…
ODI 10183974
Automatic (Asc) · Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Suspension
While driving consumer's wife made a left turn and front wheels locked. Then, vehicle drifted and hit the curb and a pole. Both, consumer and wife had their seat belts on, but sustained back and leg injuries. Also, a recall was issued on the fuel lines. Insurance company had the vehicle towed, and was told by the insurance company that vehicle was totaled.*ak *tr
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10057464
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension · Unknown Or Other · Wheels
My daughter slammed on the brakes at 40mph and the vehicle steering wheel jerked to the right and she felt a drop in the left front side of the car, the car started sliding and hit a curb. When the car came to a stop the front left wheel was broke off. A tow truck took it to the ford dealership. They said it needed a control arm; hub assembly; tie rod end; tire & wheel; axle; brake line; brake pads & rotor; trans…
Crash reported
ODI 10069792
Suspension
Right rear lower control arm/rear trailer arm broke in half, near the rear right wheel, of my ford focus 2001 after driving on sandy road during a rain shower.
ODI 10069214
Fuel System, Gasoline · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension
The fuel filter gets clogged which blocks the flow of fuel to the engine, causing stalling. This is the third time that the fuel filter had to be replaced. A recall was issued regarding this problem. *ak recall campaign # 03v482000. There was brake pulsation, the front end creaks really bad and the vehicle would have no power and or stall while going 40-45 mph. *sc *jb
ODI 10113623
Suspension
While driving and making a left vehicle makes noise and is hard to control the steering. Dealer notified. *ak
ODI 10026553
Suspension
While driving and turning to the left steering wheel makes noise. Dealer inspected several times and could not duplicate or correct the problem. *ak
ODI 10026460
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering · Suspension · Tires · Wheels
I have had several repairs for this car. In regards to steering, wheel, tire as well the suspension. As the car was under 18000 mile i had so much problem with mentioned above problems. I could not control my car when it rained or when ever the road was not in perfect shape.
Crash reported
ODI 10070037
Steering · Suspension
The vehicle hit a ditch in the road and front suspension failed completely. *jb.................*ak
Crash reported
ODI 10015369
Electrical System · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering · Suspension · Visibility
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing numerous failures. The main failures were the electrical system, brake system, bent tie rod, shaking and vibrating, rear window mechanisms, and flooding after it rains. The leak occurs on the passenger side and the water rises 2 to 3 inches. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer due to the inspection costs. The…
ODI 10242026