2001 Ford Focus Engine Problems
- 73
- 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 73 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- fuel pump · 12 records
- fuel filter · 7 records
- without warning · 7 records
- engine light · 6 records
- replaced fuel · 6 records
- loss power · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 19 |
| 60–100k mi | 12 |
| 1–30k mi | 9 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine
This vehicle has suddenly died dozens of times since april of 2011. It dies when applying the brakes on the interstate, it dies when braking in a parking area. There is no specific speed when this occurs. The vehicle starts back up after two or three times while giving it gas. It happens when the gas tank is full or low and our very reputable mechanic can find no cause. This is extremely dangerous, especially in…
ODI 10425648
Engine · Latch
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. She received a recall notice for the rear door handles which were repaired at the manufacturer's expense (see nhtsa campaign id 05v030000). The front passenger door came open due to a defective door handle while the contact was driving. The manufacturer was contacted and advised her to take the vehicle to the dealer where they would further investigate the defect. Repairs to…
ODI 10292879
Engine
Engine failed at 109,000. It threw a rod and destroyed the engine with no warning. *tr
ODI 10230890
Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. While driving at any speed, the vehicle would begin to stall and then shut off. The vehicle would also stall and then regain power. The vehicle was not diagnosed by the dealer. The failure mileage was 86,000.
ODI 10226061
Engine
My daughter was driving around 30 to 40 mph and when she hit or tap the brake the car would vibrate and try to cut off. The car did cut off and would not start . I towed the car to a shop and found that the valve seat came loose and fell on the pinions, therefore, destroying the engine. The valve seat was totally gone and went through the exhaust. Ford mechanic recommended replacing with new motor and manifold…
ODI 10220028
Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. While attempting to accelerate at any speed, the vehicle hesitates for several seconds before eventually accelerating. The failure occurs everytime the vehicle is driven. The vehicle has not been in any crashes due to the failure and has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The current mileage was 107,000 and failure mileage was 100,000
ODI 10227712
Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. While driving 25 mph, the vehicle began to make a loud rattling noise. There were no warning indicators or prior failures. The contact drove approximately 1/2 mile to her residence. The mechanic stated that the bottom piston failed in the engine. The current and failure mileages were 93,000.
ODI 10198197
Engine
At seemingly random time my 2001 ford focus zx3 stalls. So far the stall has only happened when at a stop, but sputtering and loss of power randomly at highway speeds has me worried about an eminent stall. I have had the fuel filter changed as well as the egr valve and egr pressure flow sensor and nothing has solved this problem. *mn
ODI 10181915
Engine
2001 ford focus - 23,000 miles. Engine stalls without warning. I have taken the vehicle to 4 different mechanics and the problem is not located. *jb
ODI 10153774
Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline
Dt*: the contact stated while driving at any speed and without warning the vehicle stalls. After one hour the vehicle restarts. The dealer replaced the fuel pump, fuel filter, cam, oxygen sensor, fuel sensor, fuel line, coil tech, and vacuum hose; however this did not remedy the problem.
ODI 10152659
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Engine · Switch
Brakes had to be replaced at less than 24,000 miles; continues grinding and squeaking continue even following brake replacement and turning of rotors; at have replaced all four tires two times, with less than 20,000 miles on each set of tires; ignition switch malfunctioned - i could get the key into the ignition, but it would not rotate; now at only 41,000 miles, the engine attempts to stall in idle - the whole car…
ODI 10148857
Engine
I was driving my 2001 ford focus i just bought from an independent dealer and 3 or 4 days later the engine started stalling out of the blue. I didn't think anything of it until my engine light came on while driving. I got it tested and it said cylinder 2 misfire. I got the spark plugs and wires changed and it didn't do it anymore. Then a week later it started doing it again. This time with my wife driving the kids…
ODI 10155012
Engine
Just driving to the bank and the car started to sputter as if it was losing power when i came to a stop at a red light. I have replaced the air filter and the fuel filter. I checked all fuses. When braking i have to have one foot on brake and other on gas to give it a little gas so it doesnt stall. *nm
ODI 10146682
Engine
Dt: while driving vehicle stalled and operated at a reduced speed. Went back and forth eventually allowing the engine to die. This happened at all speeds. There was loss of power. The vehicle could not restart easily. It may take 20-30 minutes to restart the engine. The vehicle has not been to a dealer. No repairs were made. The consumer has no idea why this happened. The consumer believed this vehicle was included…
ODI 10137275
Engine
Consumer states: starting to have engine hesitation,loss of power, some surging. The check engine light has been on for a few days. The engine sounds rougher but there is no knocking. *nm
ODI 10120744
Engine
The vehicle stalled. Consumer pull over, and had the vehicle towed. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak at the stop light the motor blew out which caused the vehicle to stall. The #4 valve set dislodged some how most parts stayed in #4 and #3, but got in every part of the head. The service quote need replaced engine with long block. Vehicle need engine assembly complete- remove and replace.…
ODI 10117615
Engine · Fuel Rail
Oct. 13-14, 2004: engine would crank and crank and not start after sitting overnight or for several hours. After much cranking, engine finally would start. Oct. 14 - personal mechanic identified that fuel pressure was bleeding off - fuel was not remaining in fuel rail. Directed me to take it to ford dealer for fuel pump recall 03v482000. Oct. 18 - to solve the problem, related to ford's recall program #03n01, ford…
ODI 10100113
Engine
My 2001 ford focus has stalled numerous times and died once while i was getting on the highway. It usually dies when it has a quarter tank of gas or less but still not on empty. I have replaced the fuel filter and had the injectors cleaned. I also took it in and had the recalled bolt fixed.none of these things have fixed the problem.*ak
ODI 10096002
Engine
I had experienced a loss in acceleration and my car stalled. I started the vehicle again, it ran for about one mile and then it stalled again, this time there was a clicking noise from the engine. I could not get it started again and i called for a tow to the dealership. After they ran some tests and took apart the engine, they found that a valve had broken in the cylinder and damaged the piston and the head/head…
ODI 10088669
Engine
While drivingthe vehicle stalled. The driver was able to drive it to dealer for inspection. The mechanic could not duplicated the problem. The driver informed the mechanic that this problem still occurs, and has not been resolved. Please provide any additional information. *nm *tc
ODI 10074317
Engine
Vehicle shakes and dies erratically. Took to dealer for fuel pump assembly recall. Repair has not fixed. Driving on highway, step on gas all the way and car decelerates and loses speed. Intermittently dies when this happens. Also shakes violently while stopped leading to stalling. All of the above have happened on several occasions in the past couple of months. I thought the recall for fuel pump assembly would fix…
ODI 10073199
Automatic Transmission · Engine
While driving at an undetermined speed vehicle stalled. Consumer took vehicle to dealer, and mechanic determined that engine and transmission failed. *ak
ODI 10058066
Engine
When trying to start the vehicle, consumer noticed a bit of hesitation on the engine. As driver started to back-out of the garage and headed on to the neighboring street, vehicle stalled and died. (nar) *la *cb
ODI 10059895
Engine
While driving 65 mph the vehicle stalled. The consumer managed to pull over and had the vehicle towed. The dealerships mechanic has been notified but did not resolve the problem. *nm the same incident occurred when the consumer's son was driving the vehicle. (the vehicle died while in heavy traffic) *sc
ODI 10054116
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