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 · Unknown Or Other
Seat belt would not stay locked. Ignition key would only go part way into ignition, could not start vehicle. Had vehicle towed to dealer. Dt
ODI 770304
Ignition
At 40mph with no warning vehicle shut off, and could have caused an accident. Cause unknown. Cause dealer notified.*ak
ODI 8013871
Ignition
Car would repeatedly chug and all guages would drop to 0, radio/cd would turn off. Finally, car stalled while driving. Luckily car behind us was able to swerve and go around. *ak
ODI 762886
Ignition
Car shuts down completely, no warning. The first time it happened, the car took a while to restart, radio wouldn_x0012_t come back on. Dealership replaced radio. After numerous times in the dealership, service manager of the dealership, as requested by ford motor co, ask specific questions as to help isolate why it was happening. I was asked if i notice the lights dim prior to car shutting down. I replied, i…
ODI 762813
Ignition
There is a delay when starting vehicle, at 55-65 mph vehicle jerks and is hard to control. Dealer has been contacted.*ak
ODI 8011726
Ignition
Consumer called complaining about having problems with the ignition on the vehicle. Also stated that has contacted the dealer and the manufacture and the have stated that there is no problem with the vehicle. Consumer also stated that this has had the vehicle towed five times into the shop because the vehicle will not turn on which causes the owner to have the vehicle towed. *ak *cb
ODI 10021524
Headlights · Ignition · Lock
While driving at night unable to see as a result of headlights not being bright enough, the consumer was told that the head light on this model vehicle cannot be adjusted, also the key cannot be removed from the ignition every time the vehicle is stopped, at times the vehicle has to be restarted before the key can be removed, intermittently the trunk will not open on the first attempt. *ak *nlm
ODI 8013937
Ignition
I have a 2001 ford focus with a locked up ignition. I only have 24000 miles on my car.*ak
ODI 10100620
Control Module (Tcm, Pcm) · Front Underhood · Ignition · Unknown Or Other
Avance trac control doesn't engage and/or mulfunctions-disabling it total. Many elect problems. Twice it has shut down on interstate i40 at rate of speed of 50 and 60 and once at maybe 5 mph in the driveway. When it shuts down there is no warning. Other problems w/this car have been radio had to be replaced, fuel pump module, key gets stuck and key willn't turn. *ak
ODI 757888
Ignition
While driving my car would stall out causing the steering wheel to lock. I initiated the lemon law, but was offered a 2002, same model, to avoid my proceeding to arbitration hearing. Wrong move on my part. I traded in the 2001 for a 2002 and have the same iginition problems ... Stalls out/steering wheel locks while driving! I do not recommend buying a ford focus. This car is a horror and extremely dangerous!
ODI 764377
Conventional · Emission Control · Ignition · Module · Pads · Shoes/Linings · Unknown Or Other
Purchased car in december 2000 within days brakes squealing and grinding..called dealer said to let wear in..problem persisted..engine light came on ..took car to nearest d dealership..in january 2001..brakes shoes back and pads on front replaced. Oxygen sensor, and parking brake replaced ..brakes still had problem engine light still on..took to dealership where purchased..kept 12 days..brakes adjusted and computor…
ODI 758210
Air Conditioner · Buckle Assembly · Disc · Gasoline · Ignition
A/c tends to have smoke and very bad smell coming from vents, brakes constantly squeal and grind, vehicle doesn't always want to start, no pickup or stalling when stopped at lights, etc. Engine makes loud grinding noices, engine also makes loud reving noises like it can't get into gear. Front passanger seatbelt tightens and locks for no reason. Ford manufactor notified via certified letter twice, no contact to date.…
ODI 763469
Ignition
2001 ford focus zx3 ignition does not turn. Consumer states that the dealer told her it would cost around $350 to fix the problem and then the problem might return. She would like to know if nhtsa has any suggestions. *kb
ODI 10229576
Ignition
I bought my 2001 ford focus 4 months ago and i am having to replace the ignition cylinder because the key will not turn. After research, i am seeing this is a very common problem for my car. Many people have had to replace this component 3 or 4 times in the last 3 years. I do not look forward to continuously having a problem with a car that is supposed to be dependable. *nm
ODI 10132176
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel Pump · Ignition · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension · Tread/Belt
2001 ford focus ignition cylinder broke, problems with the tire equipment, engine light illuminated and the sway bar bushing needs to be replaced.*mr the ignition cylinder had been replaced three times. The steel belts were showing through the front tires at 54000 miles. The sensor which caused the engine light to illuminated was replaced three times. The front brakes were replaced twice. The battery, radiator,…
ODI 10121480
Fuel Pump · Ignition
While driving at 45 mph vehicle stalled without warning. Dealership indicated that this was caused by fuel pump failure. The fuel pump was replaced. Also, vehicle failed to start. Driver was unable to turn key in ignition, it was stuck in the lock position. *ak
ODI 10046603
Automatic Transmission · Ignition · Rear · Seats · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Windshield · Windshield Wiper/Washer
Rear wheel bearings are wearing out on vehicle.*mr the automatic transmission does not shift properly, the consumer discovered the wrong transmission fluid was in the vehicle. The front windshield cracked due to excessive heat. The rear seat latch, the seat fabric and the key ignition failed.*ts the windshield wipers wore out, which were only used about seven times and the rear brakes had to be replaced. *jb
ODI 10040652
Body · Door · Front · Fuel Pump · Fuel System, Gasoline · Gasoline · Ignition · Upper Ball Joint
At no particular speed, vehicle jerks hard and stalls. Consumer had vehicle checked and repaired by dealer with no resolution.*akthe dealer is having consumer to monitor the vehicle when it starts failing, by pushing a button. This is supposed to pinpoint where the problem is occuring. The vehicle was downshifting while in motion, the sending unit was replaced. Also the jerking and stalling were caused by an erratic…
ODI 8013109
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