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 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Suspension
While applying the brakes there is a grinding noise coming from the rear wheel. The dealership is aware of the problem. Nlm
ODI 8020094
Suspension
My new 2001 vehicle in less than a year started making clucking noise loud vibration. The complete axle shaft had to be replaced and new tires the bearings failed and ford would not help. Even though it usually takes six years before they go they confirmed the bearings needed to be replaced. I spent over 300.00 dollars with another mechanic who said they should pay.
ODI 10008191
Rotor · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
While applying the brakes there was a squeaking noise coming from the front/rear of the vehicle. The pedal had gone down and made a squeak noise. *ak the front end bounced and vibrated due to the pinch bolt that retained the steering knuckled to the lower ball joint. (may not have the proper torque) there was a problem with the front end and rear. The wheel was replaced, the flat tire was balanced and the beam…
ODI 10022717
Conventional · Equipment · Rim · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension · Tires
The car starting having problems at 7000 miles. Front end jumping. I had a tire go bad and replaced it. Had the tire rotated and the front end lined up. Then, the noise and the car still did not feel right. I took it back to ford and the rim is bent. Replaced that. So far i am out 250.00 for the tire and 298.00 for the rim/. The problem continued, but by 15000 miles the car was jumping, front end problems. Had the…
ODI 10021319
Suspension
Vehicle would shimmy at 45 mph or more . Vehicle was at the dealer,and problem was reoccurring. Feel free to provide any futher information.*ak
ODI 8013508
Suspension
When driving at speed bumps there is a loud noise that comes from front of vehiicle. Contacted dealer, and the dealer was not willing to do anything.*ak
ODI 8012152
Suspension
Vehicle delivered on 6/14/01. Shortly after i started experiencing problems with the vehicle. The steering gear was not stable. The car and steering wheel would shake when the speed would hit up to approximately 60 mph. Vehicle was taken into the dealership for front end repairs on two occasions 8/16/01 & 2/14/02. Shortly before 5/26/02 i noticed that there was a great deal of vibration on the steering column and…
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 763588
Suspension
Consumer states that while driving at high speeds the vehicle will start to pull to the left and when trying to adjust it to the right the vehicle will then move over to the right and then back to the left so the vehicle is moving from side to side on the road. Contacted dealer. Nlm
ODI 8008066
Suspension
While driving on highway heard a loud noise from front of vehicle, then pupping. Lost control of vehicle/ resulted in a crash. Car totalled. *ak
Crash reported · 3 injuries
ODI 8006802
Suspension
While driving over 50 mph extreme vibrations occurs within steering wheel, causing loss of vehicle control. Cause unknown. Dealer has been notified. Please give any further details.*ak
ODI 8011270
Foundation Components · Gasoline · Suspension
Consumer states there is a vibration in vehicle and steering wheel at speeds over 55 mph. Vehicle sways back and forth, also vibration when braking. Dealer has replaced and balanced tires. Vehicle has been taken to dealer 6 times could not remedy problem.*akthe spindal was stripped affecting brakes and causing vibration and pulsation. It was stated that the spindal appeared to be defective from the manufacturer. The…
ODI 8018476
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel Pump · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension · Tires
2001 ford focus experiencing problems with the front brakes, fuel pump, battery, sway bars and tires. *mr the consumer replaced the front brakes five times, the radiator went out, the thermostat and sensors pertaining to the engine light ad gone out, the fuel pump and the battery went out and the mechanic could not find the problem. Currently the starter showed signs of going out and the vehicle needed sway bars and…
ODI 10121514
Headlights · Seat Belts · Seats · Suspension · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. The contact stated that she experienced numerous issues with the vehicle which included the passenger side struts which had to be replaced twice. The vehicle would sit sideways when parked. The back of the front passenger seat would not lock into place, so it slid forward while the vehicle was in motion. The headlights were too dim and did not provide adequate lighting on the…
ODI 10358453
Suspension
Vehicle would make a loud noise and vibrate when driving 25 mph or more. Dealer was notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
ODI 8000834
Foundation Components · Suspension
Brake failure only on rainy days, loosing air pressure from same wheel(passeger side)vibrating on steering& brake, strong vibration going over 60 miles car drives from side to side. *ak
Crash reported · 4 deaths
ODI 760448
Suspension
While driving vehicle will pull to the left. Checked over 6 times. Still caus eof problem unknown.*ak
ODI 8017764
Suspension
Consumer states that the left front would make a grinding noise when speed dropped down to 30 mph. Vehicle been to the dealer on three occasions and the problem still reoccurring. Feel free to provide any further information. Mr
ODI 8020504
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel Pump · Ignition · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension · Tread/Belt
2001 ford focus ignition cylinder broke, problems with the tire equipment, engine light illuminated and the sway bar bushing needs to be replaced.*mr the ignition cylinder had been replaced three times. The steel belts were showing through the front tires at 54000 miles. The sensor which caused the engine light to illuminated was replaced three times. The front brakes were replaced twice. The battery, radiator,…
ODI 10121480
Suspension
Both springs failed in the consuemr's 2001 ford focus. *bf
ODI 10113370
Suspension
While driving front passenger wheel makes a loud thumping noise. Also, steering wheel shakes erratically. There is also a burning smell which is very harsh. Please provide any further information.*ak
ODI 8010949