2001 Ford Focus Ignition Problems
- 193
- 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 193 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 45 |
| 60–100k mi | 38 |
| 100–150k mi | 19 |
| 1–30k mi | 16 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Ignition
Ignition key fails to turn on my ford focus. The ignition has been drilled out and replaced 2 times already for this problem, this is the 3rd time it has haoppened.*ak
ODI 10075310
Ignition
October 14 2003, without any warning the key stopped turning, vehicle had 64 035 km or 4 035 km over warranty -ignition cylinder assembly replaced (cost 554.41$ cdn) june 12 2004, again without any warning the key stopped turning in the switch. Vehicle mileage approximately. 89 000 km or roughly 5 000km after part warranty -ignition cylinder to be replace (estimated cost 341.51$ cdn) *la
ODI 10080979
Ignition
Key will not turn in the ignition, steering locked. His is the second time this has happened. 1st time july 2002 - miles 14,500 - fixed under warranty. Ignition drilled, tumbler replaced, new keys 2nd time jun 2004 - miles 24,000 (9500 since last time). Not fixed under warranty as it was over 1yr even though i have only put 9500 on the part for 2years. Ignition drilled, tumbler replaced, new keys - cost $300. *ak
ODI 10075384
Ignition · Module · Switch
Key will not turn in ignition, steering wheel locked, brake petal locked, gear shift locked. Car out of warrenty. Ford emergency road service won't help because of expired warrenty. Called nearest ford dealershop (tom holzer), gave me the phone number of their "towing" person, tried 12 times, got voice mail, no call was ever returned. (i was "stuck" in a bank parking lot.. And they were ready to close) the bank…
ODI 10075062
Ignition
I own a 2001 ford focus w/ 45,000 miles. I was left stranded memorial day weekend 2004 when the ignition in my automobile locked up. I place the key in the ignition (with some difficulty) and i am unable to turn the key. I have researched this problem and it appears that many other people have had this experience w/ 2000/2001 ford focus. My car remains immobile and i am unable to address the problem until after the…
ODI 10074492
Electrical · Ignition
Since august 2003, i have experienced ignition lock five (5) times with my 2001 ford focus. First two "repairs" (8/03 and 12/03) were covered under warranty, and supposedly replaced the ignition cylinder. I never saw the old part. However, when vehicle was taken in for subsequent repair to the same problem (2/04), i was told that a permanent repair would require replacement of the steering column and would cost me…
ODI 10074455
Ignition
Consumer complained about steering problems. When he took vehicle to the dealer for repairs consumer was told that it was ignition cylinder. Consumer could not make any turns, steering locked, and could not get key out of ignition cylinder. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer twice in 8 months, but problem recurred. *ak
ODI 10073566
Ignition
Key will not turn. Called dealer and it appears this is a widespread problem affecting many ford focus'. After searching the web i see that is true. Dealer wanted $325 + tow to replace ignition. Not sure if that included rekeying. In any event, i found a locksmith who will come to my residence and replace the ignition with a better one than ford is offering for substantially less money.*ak
ODI 10066481
Ignition
The ignition - the key won't go in, or goes in hard, but will not turn. I am told that it needs a new steering column, ignition and computerized key, and the warranty won't cover the $800+ charge. This is the 2nd time the key has been stuck in the ingition.*ak
ODI 10066248
Ignition
I bought a used 2001 ford focus in febuary of 2004. The ignition jammed and was replaced in march 2004. I went to the ford dealership and paid 300 dollars to get a new one. On september 27, 2004 my ignition got jammed again. I am sapposed to have a 12 month warrenty or 12,000 whatever comes first, so its in the shop now being repaired. I have read alot on this and it seems this is a common problem and is very…
ODI 10093292
Ignition
The ignition locks when the key is placed within the cylinder and the car is attempted to start. The ignition cylinder does not turn at all. I have attempted to turn the steering wheel and use another key, but this does not solve the issue. *la
ODI 10054805
Ignition
At 38000 miles the ignition cylinder in the consumer's 2001 ford focus failed. The consumer was unable to turn the key in the ignition. *jb *nm
ODI 10127918
Ignition
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle after adding fuel. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The failure occurred on december 15, 2003 and recurred approximately three weeks ago. The ignition lock assembly switch was replaced. The cost to repair the vehicle was $433 at the owner's expense; however, the first repair was covered by the warranty. The ignition switch…
ODI 10210604
Ignition
The key won't turn in the ignition. The emergency roadside assistance locksmith told me that he sees it a lot in fords. He also told me that i would have to get the ignition replaced. My mother has the same make/model/year & she has had her ignition replaced twice! This is for a 2001. *la
ODI 10049333
Ignition
Ford focus 2001 ignition locked. Wasn't able to turn key and had to have ignition replaced for relatively new car.*ak
ODI 10053143
Ignition
Ignition lock cylinder failed, preventing car from starting. Key would go into ignition but would not turn. I was stranded in parking garage until a tow truck that could reach it was located. Ignition cylinder rebuilt, new keys created, total cost $550. Dealer kept old parts. This is the second failure of the same part. It was first replaced in october 2003. *jb
ODI 10182847
Ignition
When attempting to start vehicle ignition locked without warning. *ak
ODI 10040019
Engine · Front · Ignition
3 major complaints for 2001 ford focus zts 1.) front suspension needs a right arm replacement 2.) engine light turned on and was turned off when brought to ford dealer shop. 3.) on a separate occasion, car stalled while driving. *ak
ODI 10037022
Ignition
IGNITION TUMBLER WILL NOT TURN ON FOCUS 2001 LX. *AK
ODI 10032653
Electrical · Ignition · Module · Switch
Ignition cylinder broke without any signs, and was stuck without a car for a week. *ak
ODI 10031172
Ignition
Consumer states that while driving at any speed and without warning vehicle will stall, and it will be hard to start up the vehicle again. Dealer notified. *ak
ODI 10026746
Ignition
2001 ford focus bucked severely several times then lost power at 65 mph on interstate in traffic. I was able to move to breakdown lane from passing lane and continued at a maximum of 30 mph off the interstate, car was still "bucking". The car then completely lost power, unable to accelerate on bridge. Coasted to side of road, car would not restart. Towed to dealership. Service dept advised they could not recreate…
ODI 10025184
Ignition
My ignition cylinder locked up leaving me stranded 200 miles from home. *la
ODI 10054819
Ignition
Consumer ignition cylinder would not turn. *tx the consumer stated when the incident occurred the steering wheel would lock up and everything would have to be re-coded. *jb
ODI 10138877
Ignition
Ignition cylinder has been replaced twice. Key will go in, but is stuck, you can not turn the key at all to start vehicle. *nlm
ODI 10021017
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Catalog year/make/model rows for 2001 Ford Focus.
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