2001 Ford Focus Wiring Problems
- 16
- 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 16 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
What owners report
- wiring harness · 8 records
- electrical system · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Wiring
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. The contact stated that the third brake light on the tailgate had malfunctioned. All other brake lights were working fine but the third brake light has failed due to the wires melting. The contact has called the manufacturer regarding the brake light and referenced the recall for the electrical system:wiring (00v411000) for the 2000 model ford focus. The manufacturer informed…
ODI 10354651
Fuel Pump · Wiring
I have had numerous stalling condition while driving that have been frightening. Several fuel modules have been replaced as well as harness repairs. The dealer has finally replaced the harness going to the fuel pump stating it had been rubbing against the body and grounding out. I am not sure this will fix the problem since it is intermittent. It appears the dealer has done several wiring harness repairs leading to…
ODI 10316491
Wiring
In my 2001 ford focus zx3, there is a serious electrical problem. Several things do not work or have shorts, or the switches operate other things. Right now, the dealer is installing a new wiring harness for $500 at least. I just found that there is a recall for 200 focus on this issue. This is the same car as mine. Mine should also be covered. The problems began just a few days after the 3 year warranty period…
ODI 10213564
Delivery · Engine And Engine Cooling · Wiring
Tl* - the contact owns a 2001 ford focus with a current and failure mileage of 140,000. The contact stated that she was driving 55 mph on a hot day and the vehicle would sputter and lose acceleration , then lost power. The contact stated that the engine would stall, but the car would still be driving until the contact applied the brakes. The contact had the mechanic changed the spark plugs, wires, and fuel filter,…
ODI 10187509
Wiring
I was driving home from work one night and as i was driving all the lights, inside and out, except my brake lights went out. I took it to a repair place and they told me i have to take it to a ford dealership because it was something wrong with my entire electrical system. This is not safe. I could've been in an accident. I have searched for recalls on 2001 ford focus zx3 and have not found any. I also looked up how…
ODI 10185372
Wiring
Dt*: the contact stated the dealer determined the wire jackets on the wire harness at the deck lid, wore away and resulted in an electrical short. In addition, the license plate light bracket within the deck lid also shorted out, due to the wires being burned. There is an nhtsa recall, # 00v411000 regarding the electrical system/wiring. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not…
ODI 10152970
Wiring
2001 ford focus wagon se: [xxx] intermittent problem: rear hatch opens when car is started. Rear hatch cannot be closed when car is running. When i jiggle the wiring harness at the top of the hatch, i hear crackling noises. Eventually, after jiggling the harness, i can get the problem to go away. I also had the fuse blow for the rear lights a while back, but replaced it with no further problems, thinking nothing of…
ODI 10155279
Wiring
Consumer noticed that instrument cluster lights were turned on, and tail lights were not operating. Results showed that the wiring harness tore due to wear and tear, causing the lights not to operate.*ak *nm
ODI 10105311
Wiring
Rear taillights failed wiring harness (rear) has become worn. All wires exposed and are in contact with one another. I have photos. Please contact me to have them forwarded. I know of this problem occuring on at least 8 other zx3's. *jb
ODI 10104956
Wiring
Vehicle caught on fire in the parking lot. Consumer has no idea as to why the vehicle caught on fire. *ak
Fire reported
ODI 10099723
Fuses And Circuit Breakers · Headlights · Interior/Under Dash · Tail Lights · Wiring
Dt: the rear tail lights do not come on when lights are turned on. The dash panel lights also do not come on when headlamps are on. The turn signals work, and rear tail lights do work when brake pressure is applied. The consumer replaced a fuse several times, and it continued to blow out, indicating a short in the electrical system. Between the hatch and the body there is wiring harness, and inspection of that…
ODI 10135832
Wiring
While driving 55 mph consumer smelled a burnt odor coming from the steering column. Vehicle caught on fire due to exposed wires. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and pulled over. Passenger extinguished the fire and disconnected the fuel box. Vehicle was towed. *ak
Fire reported
ODI 10067075
Wiring
The vehicle started smoking under the dashboard. The dealer stated that the vehicles rear wiring harness failed. *nlm
ODI 10017708
Cables · Fuel System, Gasoline · Wiring
Bad egr system followed by battery ground failure. Ph
ODI 10005447
Wiring
While driving 45 mph driver started smelling smoke. When she pulled window down smoke began pouring through the ventilation. She pulled over, and vehicle began to smoke even more. Fire department wasn't able to detect cause of severe smoking. Please describe details. *ak
Fire reported
ODI 8018392
Wiring
All functions on the dash board failed, and then the engine shut down, the dealer had to replace a ground wire. *jb
ODI 10014961