2001 Ford Focus Electrical System Problems
- 85
- 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 85 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 7 indicate fire
What owners report
- engine light · 10 records
- check engine · 6 records
- ignition cylinder · 6 records
- door locks · 6 records
- electrical system · 6 records
- instrument panel · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 21 |
| 60–100k mi | 17 |
| 1–30k mi | 10 |
| 30–60k mi | 8 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
12v/24v/48v Battery · Electrical System
I have a 2001 ford focus. For the past 3 years now i have had a problem with the battery discharging. I have had the battery replaced more than once and this is not the problem. Recently, my car did not start 12/22 and again on 12/26, 12/27 and now today, 12/30/07. I had to have someone jumpstart my car each time except this morning. No one is available this early in the morning. I am tired of ford saying they…
ODI 10213197
Electrical System
The car almost stalls then surges like a kick. It happens mostly at around 30mph. All the lights come on and the speedometer and gas gauge go all the way up and then back down to zero then everything goes back to normal. I had the battery replaced but now the problem is back after only 2 weeks with a new battery. I took to a repair shop and they cannot find the problem. *tr
ODI 10199046
Electrical System
Ignition key currently cannot be removed from lock. Previous to this status, it was very difficult to turn once inserted. Problem evolves between these two types of issues. See fords tsb 05-21-17. Issues are well known. Failure means that one either is stuck somewhere and cannot get the car started (think winter and maine) or, as currently is the case, having to leave the key in the ignition while out and about!…
ODI 10192333
Air Conditioner · Electrical System
I was driving my 2001 ford focus in the left lane of a 2 lane highway at about 40 mph when i turned the ac on and the car just stopped. I took it to a garage and they told me i needed a new compressor which would cost 1000 dollars..i found a garage that would do it for less using a used one...my problem was this would happen every time i turned the air or the defroster on. I was afraid i would cause an accident..and…
ODI 10165361
Electrical · Electrical System · Rotor
I own a 2001 ford focus ztech. My car was stalling at random in the middle of driving and finally wouldnt start at all. I took it to a dealership. They said my battery cables were melted, so they replaced them, rerouted them, along with my clips, etc. They couldn't figure out why my cables would be like that and said that is probably why my car doesn't start all the time, but they couldn't be positive so they…
ODI 10174635
Electrical System
Electrical system seems to be shorting out. Interior lamps flash and flicker. Side mirrors work sporadically. Headlamps flash and flicker on occasion. Nothing has been done to correct this due to lack of funds. *nm
ODI 10160145
Electrical System
This complaint is in response to help another person in electrical complaints. The flicker you have with your 2001 focus is supposedly a ground issue to the chassis. It appears to have fixed my problem with the instruments and headlights and anything electrical flickering sporadically. The fix is pretty cheap under 20 bucks and you could do it yourself if you are somewhat mechanical. As for my complaint. For a car…
ODI 10162067
Electrical System · Mechanical · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Tires
Went so sears auto center at 9570 south west freeway houston texas 77074. For a tire change they charge 156.00 and also told me that my car rotors were broken and need shoe/pad to be replaced. And car not to be driven. Total amount 571.00. Called next morning to cancel work because i decided to take to dealer ford. But that time car wasn't fixed yet cause they told me to pay first but i didn't have a credit card…
ODI 10147389
Electrical System
Dt. The consumers vehicle would hesitate, surge and lose power and then shut off. After letting the vehicle sit for awhile the consumer was able to restart the vehicle. There were times when the consumer attempted to apply the accelerator and the vehicle would not go pass 60- 70 mph, when the consumer experienced this, the front of the vehicle would vibrate. *jb
ODI 10132124
Electrical System
On saturday 5/14/2005 the engine compartment of my well maintained ford focus se, 2001, (equipped with a zentec engine), caught on fire in a fashion similar to those described by numerous owners in the following web sites: http://www.geocities.com/archangel_jjn/ http://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/ford_focus_fires.html. The damages occurred to my focus are close to those graphically described in the pictures…
Fire reported
ODI 10121407
Cables · Electrical System · Front Underhood
On saturday 5/14/2005 the engine compartment of my well maintained ford focus se, 2001, (equipped with a zentec engine), got fire in a fashion similar to that described by numerous owners in the following web sites: http://www.geocities.com/archangel_jjn/ http://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/ford_focus_fires.html the damages occurred to my focus are close to those graphically described in the pictures of the…
Fire reported
ODI 10121405
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Front · Fuel System, Gasoline
My 2001 ford focus has stalled again. This is about the 4th time. Local mechanic found problem to be fuel injector pump. Dealership claims that is only battery replacement. I have all old parts from recent service at dealership. I would like to see this vehicle recalled. Found internet article that states that this is not an uncommon problem with this make/model.…
ODI 10104305
Automatic Transmission · Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Seat Belts · Visibility
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. The contact stated that the side view mirror on the vehicle was repaired and the transmission also slipped. After the repairs were complete, the vehicle did not drive the same. The dealer stated that the parts needed were not in stock and they kept the vehicle for one month. In addition, whenever the left turn signal was activated, the vehicle would shut off entirely. The…
ODI 10239684
Electrical System
Gauges in dash along with the rest of the electrical system cuts in & out while driving. Now, car will not start but displays same problems while attempting to start vehicle.*ak
ODI 10074874
Electrical System
The left rear door would intermittently open when making a turn while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the left rear door actuator. *ak the right rear and front locks were inoperative as well. The doors would not unlock by remote or key insertion. The doors had to be manually opened from within the vehicle. The radio had an internal defect. *sc
ODI 10094950
Electrical System
While driving at 45 mph, the vehicle stalled. The driver tried to restart the vehicle, but was unsuccessful. The vehicle was taken to the dealership and the mechanic could not determine the problem. *mr *sc *jb
ODI 10066669
Electrical System · Fuel System, Gasoline
My2001 ford focus zx3( manual transmission )with over 105,000 miles on it has had a electronic throttle problem since it had 30,000 miles on it. Intermittently the engine speed would not decrease when your foot is taken off the accelerator pedal. The car would act like the cruise control was engaged. The car could be controlled by heavy braking or depressing the clutch. It was taken into three different ford dealer…
ODI 10319550
Electrical System · Engine
While driving the consumer noticed that the instrument panel gauges were in operative. She could not tell how fast she was driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the instrument panel needed to be replaced. *jb on some occasions when the speedometer failed the odometer also stopped working and the vehicle idled erratically. At times when the clutch was…
ODI 10109799
Electrical System · Structure
The first problem that i started to have with my 2001 ford focus began less than a year after i bought it. The left rear window went out first, then about a week later the right rear window went out. I think the gears were faultily manufactured. When at a ford dealership for a recall, i was told i would have to pay about $350 per window to fix the problem, money i do not have because i have to save up to fix another…
ODI 10096205
Electrical System
On separate occasions when consumer attempted to start vehicle it failed to start. Vehicle has been towed to the dealer, and dealer replaced various computer components.*ak
ODI 10044491
Electrical System · Seats
When driving at an undetermined speed, the consumer heard a popping noise coming from the rear driver's seat. The consumer noticed that, the instrument panel lights would flick on and off. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for inspection. Please provide any further details. *jb
ODI 10083387
Electrical System · Engine · Filler Pipe And Cap
Problems similar to ea02-022. Stalls (enigine shuts off) while driving on freeway or at any speed. Fails to start in driveway or parking lot, then car gets towed to repair shop and car works fine with no problem found. Replaced fuel filter with no effect on problem. Verified spark works and relays are closing when car would not start. Happens very frequently. About once per week. Car now has 58,000 miles on it and…
ODI 10023837
Electrical · Electrical System
My car has a eletrical or computer problem which al packer ford cannot seem to fix. I,ve had two recalls they had to take care of so far .when i purchase my car i brought the extended warranty which i thought took care of everything including a loaner car which they nerver even offered for my inconvinece
ODI 10016730
Electrical System · Front
Ford focus 2001. Purchased in august of 2001. Has always had problems with suspention. Has been in shop 6 times to be fixed for the same problem. The problem has been fixed several times but the noise keep on comming back. The car has numbers of other problems. The breaks make noise, the windshiels leaks when it rains, and when i drive on the highway the engine stalls sometimes while driving at high speeds.
ODI 10007748
Electrical System
Engine stalling, check engine light stays on, transmission slips when this happens. When i took the car to the dealer, they have replaced the sensor 3 times.
ODI 10000965
Catalog parts for this system
Catalog year/make/model rows for 2001 Ford Focus.
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