2001 Ford Focus Engine Problems

November 1, 2002 · 55 miles

Engine

When on a cloverleaf interchange from freeway to freeway, right when i begin to accelerate again, the car begins to shake violently back and forth. Also, when i then try to accelerate by pushing the gas pedal, the car slows down or stalls. The only way to correct the issue is to stop the car, turn it off, and restart it. This is particularly frequent when coming off mn-100 and getting onto i-394. I have taken it to…

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ODI 10020781

October 10, 2002 · 123,000 miles

Engine · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Unknown Or Other

I own a 2001 ford focus. Problems started one month after purchase. Window wiper motor blew but was under warrenty. Then after warrenty expired everything started to go wrong. Trunk hood would not latch closed, then door latches started to stick , then had to climb into passenger seat to open drivers side door because it would not unlock and door handle plays games and opens door when it wants to. Fuel pump had a…

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ODI 10108146

August 18, 2002

Engine

While driving and with no warning vehicle will shut off, and it will be hard for consumer to control vehicle. Dealer notified. *ak

ODI 8017701

July 1, 2002

Engine

While driving vehicle will stall out. Engine cylinder blew out. Dealer contacted.*ak

ODI 8013927

June 25, 2002

Engine

At start up vehicle will die.dealer has been notified. Please provide additional information.*ak

ODI 8014507

February 1, 2002 · 21,000 miles

Automatic Transmission · Engine

While driving vehicle stalled , resulting in loss of brake and steering functions. As a result, consumer collided with a truck. Ph

Crash reported

ODI 10006691

December 18, 2001 · 8,001 miles

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…

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ODI 10121514

December 1, 2000

Engine

When accellerating fast either from stop or while shifting into second gear...engine makes a clunking sound. Took it to the dealership and the technician said to be a motor mount. He said it wasnt stiff enough, but that new ones would elicit same occcurrance. Car does not have to be driven hard to get clunking sound. Dissatisfied with reaction and lack of action.*ak

ODI 739640

January 3, 2000 · 3,200 miles

Engine

While traveling on the highway the vehicle will hesitate and shut down without prior warning. Dealer is aware of the problem.

ODI 10002537

Engine

When driving there is a hesitation. Consumer feels that engine may shut off. *ak

ODI 10063498

Engine

Since the warranty on the vehicle expired, consumer would have to pay a service fee to get the engine stalling recall performed. (nar) *ph *cb

ODI 10058101

35,000 miles

Electrical System · Engine · Fuel Pump

While driving vehicle stalled, and the engine check light illuminated. Vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where the mechanic did an inspection and found no problem. *ak

ODI 10058052

34,000 miles

Engine

Consumer stated dealership was having a problem getting the correct motor mounts for vehicle. Consumer was afraid that the motor will fall out of the vehicle. *ak

ODI 10057250

75,000 miles

Engine · Fuel Pump

Dealership tested the fuel pump and indicated that it was defective, but didn't replace it. 120 miles later engine misfired. Dealership replaced the fuel pump, and determined that it was not the cause of engine misfiring, consumer indicated engine wasn't misfiring or showing any other sign of problems until dealership started working on it.*ak

ODI 10057199

Engine

Vehicle hesitated/lost power. When turning there was a loud clumping sound.*ak

ODI 10049939

6,000 miles

Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline

Vehicle stalls when turning in either direction. Dealer has replaced the fuel filter twice, but the problem still occurs. *ak

ODI 10044973

46,759 miles

Engine

While driving at any speed vehicle would suddenly stall. This almost resulted in a rear end collision. Dealership had done a diagnostic test on the vehicle, but no failure was found. *ak *ph

ODI 10044089

Engine

The vehicle shut off while driving at various speeds and the exterior lights shut off as well. The consumer managed to avoid a collision. This happened nine times. The dealer attempted to fix the problem three times but the problem had not been determined. *nlm *scc *jb

ODI 10025102

43,000 miles

Engine

THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. *JB

ODI 10019845

Engine

The vehicle started to buck/hesitate. The consumer checked the vehicle over and decided to replace the fuel filter, however the problem continued. *jb

ODI 10014957

Automatic Transmission · Engine · Front · Fuel System, Gasoline · Hatchback/Liftgate · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Tires

The engine missed usually mildly, but sometimes violently as to shake vehicle and sometimes stall, also the vehicle experienced a raw gas smell, suspension, brake,transmission and tire problems.*ak. Consumer also noted the rear hatch popped open by itself.*jb

ODI 10009623

Engine · Gasoline · Hydraulic Power Assist System

After the vehicle has been driven for a while and then parked for less than 15 minutes, the vehicle will not restart. Sometimes the vehicle will stall out and lose all power steering. The owner has contacted the dealership. *mr *scc

ODI 8019525

Engine · Fuel Pump

When accelerating vehicle completely shutsdown without warning due to carbon getting into cylinder head or dirt getting into fuel pump. Please give any further details.*ak

ODI 8017340