2001 Ford Focus Rotor Problems
- 39
- 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.
What owners report
- brake pads · 15 records
- pads rotors · 8 records
- brake rotors · 8 records
- brakes rotors · 7 records
- front brakes · 5 records
- rotors replaced · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 18 |
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
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
Rotor
2001 ford focus rotors (front driver and passenger side) were shredded. The brake pads were only half worn.*mr *jb *nm
ODI 10119105
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
At a routine oil change/alignment i was informed that my front brakes were 95% worn and that they and the rotors needed replacing. At first i thought i was being had -- i've only put 24,000 miles on my car, all very gentle driving. Then i discovered that i'm one of the more fortunate -- many ford focus owners are replacing brakes and rotors at 15,000 miles! There wasn't an accident, but there certainly could have…
ODI 10086466
Pads · Rotor
Vehicle was making loud grinding sounds when brake was engaged, so i took it to dealer to have it checked and was told that brake pads and rotors were worn and would have to be replaced. Parts were not replaced because, according to ford, this is normal wear. At 32,500 miles, rotor damage is not normal wear, especially when grinding sound begins once failure has occurred. *la
ODI 10082268
Rotor
Left brake pad and rotor completely worn after 24000 miles of gentle driving. Ford refused to cover the pads and rotor under the warranty. Customer service was not helpful or flexible. *ak
ODI 10078594
Rotor
2001 ford focus front brakes and rotors severely worn after 25,000 miles. Rotor and brake pads had to be replaced on both front tires by ford dealer. *jb
ODI 10081324
Rotor
At around 36,000 miles i was told that my ford focus needs new rotors with the brake job. This is the first time i hear of rotors needing to be changed at this low milage. I had to pay for the new rotors. *ak
ODI 10068286
Rotor
Consumer complained about brake rotors problem. Rear brakes rotors were replaced on three separate occasions, but problem recurred. *ak
ODI 10071983
Rotor
I purchased a 2001 ford focus in jan/2001. After 16000 miles my rotors cracked and had to be replaced along with other brake parts this repair was done on 10/15/02 and was covered by my warranty. After 30000 miles i began to hear a squeaking noise whenever i applied the brakes. At 30528 miles, on 03/05/04, i was informed by the oasis ford dealership (old bridge, nj) technician that my rotors had to be replaced along…
ODI 10062018
Rotor
Front brakes and rotors; i had 21k+ miles on my 2001 ford focus, the car would vibrate when braking, and specially downhill. I was informed by the dealer that i needed new brake pads, and "most likely rotors". That's ridiculous for such low miles. Fearing for my family safety i did replace the pads and rotors, but not with the dealer.*ak
ODI 10066503
Rotor
While braking, the consumer heard a loud squeaking noise coming from the brake rotors. The dealership informed the consumer that the front brake rotors were worn. The mechanic tried to repair the vehicle, but the problem continued. *jb
ODI 10055752
Master Cylinder · Rotor
Vehicle was taken to the dealer for a routine inspection, and mechanic determined that the rotors and master cylinder needed to be replaced, and replaced them three times due to worn out parts. *ak
ODI 10106691
Rotor
2001 ford focus serious brake problems. I bought a new 2001 ford focus se in may 2001. About 6 months after purchase i noticed a grinding noise. Ford replaced "cracked brake shoes" on the car and said it was covered under warranty. Its now october 2003, my air conditioning suddenly stopped working. Also my car was again making little squeaking noises when braking. So, i took it to a local ford dealer who told me…
ODI 10043834
Rotor
I have had my certified preowned ford focus zx3 for 10 months now. I have run it under normal driving conditions. I started having a a noise coming from the engine compartment and noticed a slight vibration on the steering wheel. I continued to drive it for a week, thinking that it may be a hard spot in the brak pad. I took it to a dealership a week later to have them inspect it, while it was still under new car…
ODI 10048816
Rotor
Brake rotors needed to be turned at 18000 miles and failed at 23,300 miles. At 23,300 miles the rotors were below the minimum thickness requirement. The brake pads, however, showed only minimal wear. The dealer refused to award warranty to the brake components. *la
ODI 10041465
Caliper · Pads · Rotor
Dt: the contact had to replace the brake pads, calipers and rotors at 30,000 miles in october 2003. Then at 47,000 miles on july 29. 2005. The brake pads wore out and the rotors rusted and pitted. The service dealer stated this was normal. The consumer has contacted the manufacturer. *ak *jb
ODI 10132447
Pads · Rotor
Problem with the 2001 ford focus brakes!!! Many complaints. *ak
ODI 10037167
Rotor
Premature brake pad and rotor replacements on front of ford focus sedan. Brakes replaced at 21,000 miles. I have never had to replace rotors on any car this early. Ford owners of focus have listed this problem hundreds of times. Yet i know of no recall for this problem. Some have had it in less than 10,000 miles. This really needs to be looked into. *jb
ODI 10038822
Rotor
Front wheel rotors had to be replaced at 20,598 miles. Brakes were squealing from the time of purchase (new car), but we were told that they would "loosen up" and be okay --- they never did stop squealing..when we inquired about any recall, we were told there were no recalls from the factory where the car was manufactured.*ak
ODI 10033215
Rotor
Car is a 2001 focus with 21,000 miles. Upon braking, steering wheel shudders and vibrates. Was told that car needed new rotors as these were warped. No resolution through ford motor company. No car should require brakes and rotors after only 21,000 miles of driving. Car actually started doing this at about 19,000 miles and has staedily worsened. *ak
ODI 10033194
Rotor
Front brake pads and rotors for my 2001 ford focus wagon need to be replaced after just 37,700 miles. The brakes on the car have squealed almost since day one (we purchased it new in august 2001), have had it in to the dealer for checking and repairs numerous times (mcmahon ford, norwalk, ct) and they said it's normal for brakes to squeal, or that they can't replicate the problem, or that it's due to dust, or denied…
ODI 10086626
Pads · Rotor
Consumer states that since purchasing the vehicle rear brake pads wore out at 8000 miles. Front rotors and pads have been replaced twice. Once at 12000 miles, and 34000 miles. Needs to replace them again.*ak
ODI 10033771
Rotor
2001 ford focus, w/ only 17,900 miles - brake pads and rotors shot. Ford will not cover under warranty, because they haven't determined this to be a defect. Ford focus break/rotor defect. *jb
ODI 10021193
Pads · Rotor
On 11-12-2001 i purchased a new ford focus at a ford dealership. On 5-13-03, the front wheels began to make a loud grinding noise and the brakes failed to operate normally. The car had only 18411 miles on it and when taken to the dealership where it was purchased, they said the brake pads and rotors were shot and needed to be replaced. I complained that no vehicle brake systems should fail that early at that low…
ODI 10043281
Equipment · Rotor
I purchased a new ford focus in july of 2001. My wife uses the car to drive on the highway to and from work. We have had the car for 18 months and took the car to the laird noller dealership in lawrence for the 30,000 check up with 33,000 miles on the car. After spending $300 for the check up, we were told that the brake pads and rotors need to be replaced. I have spoken with two mechanics and have been told that…
ODI 10013915