2001 Ford Focus Steering Problems
- 41
- 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 41 stored complaint records:
- 9 indicate a crash
- 4 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- steering wheel · 16 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 100–150k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel System, Gasoline · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering · Unknown Or Other
In november of 2002, i noticed a squeal under the hood of my 2001 focus. The first time i took it in, they claimed they heard no sound. I then told the mechanic you must actually step out of the car to hear the noise.; he did hear the noise and ford had to replace the belt tensioner and serpentine belt. I began noticing that my windshield wipers would function at will. The left headlamp and turn signal was also…
ODI 10070095
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
The steering wheel wandered to the left and right.*jb
ODI 10009186
Steering · Suspension
The vehicle hit a ditch in the road and front suspension failed completely. *jb.................*ak
Crash reported
ODI 10015369
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Steering
I purchased a 2001 ford focus se 4-door sedan in november 2002. The car was a manufacturer buy-back from the original owner and had a small warranty left. At the end of november 2002, i brought the car back to the dealership to have the spark plugs, spark plug wires and a faulty belt replaced. At the end of december 2002, the car was making a strange noise and the engine light was on, so i returned the car to the…
ODI 10071122
Electrical · Engine And Engine Cooling · Exhaust System · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Window Devices And Controls · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering · Structure · Tires · Unknown Or Other · Wheels
There is just to much paperwork to copy out, but would like to mail copies. I am going to pick up car this afternoon just had second fuel pump fitted and new gas tank. To date no recall info received by post. However i have been drenched with gas on more than one occassion while filling car. I have nearly been killed when car cut out at 55mph on highway narrowly missed by two other motorists. Vehicle has 38,000…
ODI 10069809
Steering
When going around a slight curve steering and brakes failed causing impact with curb and permantly disabling the steering. The car is undrivable and had to be towed. Recall was issued 11/06/02 but ford states that i will not be notified until 01/03. I must wait until then or pay to have car looked at to determine if faulty part is contained in the most recent recall. Dt
Crash reported
ODI 770339
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
Steering
While driving at 15mph on flat surface and with no warning steering wheel locked up, resullting in an accident. Dealer notified. *ak
Crash reported
ODI 8019076
Fuel System, Gasoline · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering
Fuel system-stall out at freeway speeds-and at any long right hand turns-contacted dealer/out of warranty,to many miles to consider. Brakes-rotors and pads worn out at 24,000miles-dealer stated maintenance issue,normal for the ford focus- they directed me to call ford motor co.to complain...
ODI 10071078
Steering
While placing the key into the ignition switch the vehicle froze up there were no steering. Please provide additional information dealer is aware of the problem. Ts
ODI 10001267
Automatic Transmission · Fuel System, Gasoline · Gasoline · Steering · Tank Assembly
Consumer states that the steering mechanism is getting looser the more consumer drives, the looser steering wheel gets. Consumer states there is a lot of play in steering and that makes it very hard to steer the vehicle. *jb the vehicle's mileage is decreasing from 300 miles to 200 miles and then to 180 miles for a full tank of fuel. The vehicle also experiences stalling and changing gears has been difficult. *yh
ODI 8010743
Steering · Tires
Hydroplaines at certain speeds even with new tires and alignment! (originally submitted december 17, 2002)
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10068830
Steering
Vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall# 02v289000 repairs concerning steering pinch bolts. The remedy for this recall is inadequate because the control arm continues to loosen from the steering knuckle, causing difficulty when steering the vehicle. *ak
ODI 10040486
Steering
When attempting to start vehicle consumer statesthat sometimes the engine will not turn over. Steering wheel gets stiff and it locks up sometime. Took to dealer and they replaced the ignition switch. Please provide any further informaiton. Ph
ODI 10002055
Steering
While driving steering becomes erratic. Also, slides in wet condition. Front end feels very loose while driving. Please provide any further information, and vehicle identification number.*ak
ODI 8007179