2002 Ford Focus Suspension Problems
- 44
- 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 44 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- coil spring · 7 records
- noise coming · 6 records
- front passenger · 5 records
- coil springs · 4 records
- coming front · 4 records
- passenger side · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 100–150k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Suspension
The vehicle swayed from left to right and there was a popping noise coming from the rear also. *jb
ODI 10011308
Air Bags · Suspension · Wheels
On november 23 2002 i was in a accident where i broke my nose and had numerous burises. The reason i got into an accident was because my wheel and suspension broke & seem to come apart. I had complained to ford that my wheel had been shaking and that there was something wrong with it. I had taken it back 4 times to get fixed but everytime i got it back and it would shake just as bad. Also when i got into the…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10069879
Steering · Suspension
This problem just happened yesterday. My daughter was making a turn, and the cvc joint completely fell apart. She lost all steering causing her to hit a curb. We had the car towed to the dealer where we bought it only a month ago. They are refusing to fix the car saying that she was in an accident causing the joint to fall apart. This is not the case. We are not sure what to do, and need help. This is a terrible…
Crash reported
ODI 10069776
Fuel System, Gasoline · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering · Suspension
Fuel pump was replaced twice from january to june sterring wheel and car shake while stopping and driving at 50 mph or above brakes have been checked 3 times finally had replaced and rotors, no change in performance
ODI 10069221
Steering · Suspension
My 2002 ford focus started having problems after 5000 miles. It started with a noise coming from the front left wheel area. From there the steering seemed shakey at times at highway speeds. Once, the car pulled to the left suddenly on the highway. The dealership has changed the transmission, front bearing, and knuckle, on the car in the past two months. The car is still not fixed. The most noticeable problem is the…
ODI 10068717
Engine And Engine Cooling · Exhaust System · Steering · Suspension · Tires · Wheels
Problem i'm still having and was reported to dealership is car pulls to left, ( not corrected) back end of car or tires bounce on road and especially when hitting a bump, cannot stay on road in slush or snow, back end is all over road, ( nothing done) tires are completely groved in many spots on the tires, caused by rear end bouncing on road, firestone won't replace they say it is focas's rear end and it wears out…
ODI 10070586
Suspension · Tires
The 2002 ford focus se comfort wagon has been a continual problem of not staying in alignment (named the rear wheels worst that the front) for more than 5000 miles before needing addition adjustments. Tires have lasted less than 20,000 miles (regardless of manufacturer) before totally worn out and needing replacement. *tr
ODI 10210853
Suspension
Front wheels squeal when ever the consumer will start to drive faster then 30 mph. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything. Please provide further information. *ak
ODI 8013125
Suspension · Tires
ABNORMAL TIRE WEAR
ODI 10041001
Suspension
While traveling at 45 to 50 mph vehicle jerks back and forth. Took to dealer ,and they couldn't duplicate the problem. Please provide any further information.*ak
ODI 8017409
Suspension
Consumer took vehicle to dealer due to suspension's erratic behavior which caused vehicle to bounce around. Dealer fixed 4 wheel alignment. Problem reoccurred. *ak
ODI 8011325
Suspension · Tires
Inside corner of rear tire, approximately three inch strip on each tire, wears excessively. Tires have been replaced at 9,000, and at 20,000. Still belt tread is showing. Consumer maintains problem is vehicle and not tire. Contacted manufacturer and dealer. Problem has not been resolved.*ak *slc
ODI 8017743
Air Conditioner · Automatic Transmission · Child Seat · Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Door · Hatchback/Liftgate · Hydraulic Power Assist System · Suspension · Tires · Windshield Wiper/Washer
The original firestone tires (205/50r16) wear out prematurely. The vehicle becomes unsteady on bumpy, wet or snow covered roads, causing the driver to lose control. The rear tires vibrate and chatter when driving on wind roads and on open roads at highway speeds, also the rear tires were showing irregular and premature wear. The manufacturer representatives stated that improper factory alignment specification were…
ODI 8009263
Gasoline · Suspension
While driving, it becomes very unstable when moving over bumpy roads, manholes. It also becomes very erratic when roads are wet. Took to dealer several times. The problem has not been resolved. Nlm vehicle starts and then stalls in am. Dealer could not duplicate customer concern. *tt
ODI 8006501
Exterior · Suspension · Tires
2002 ford focus zts firestone tires with flat spots. Customer states that the flat spots would make a noise at certain speeds. Mechanic told the consumer that they no longer carried firestone tires and they couldn't help him. *kb the consumer was able to get the tire pro-rated, however the new tires started to experience cupping. The rear view mirror was loose, the sway bar bushings, front link pins, rear suspension…
ODI 10208313
Suspension
While driving 50-60 mph the vehicle vibrates violently. *nlm
ODI 10019378
Suspension
When driving the vehicle there's a loud noise coming from the rear of vehicle. Took to ford and they states that the rear wheel bearings are wobbling. Please provide any further information. *nlm
ODI 10002433
Suspension
The vehicle is experiencing severe wheel/tire thump, which causes a vibration in the steering and a loud audible noise in the cabin, the manufacturer is aware og the proble but a solution was not available for some months, the fact that the consumers vehicle had high mileage the manufacturer would not repair the vehicle free of charge although the vehicle was only 12 weeks old. *scc
ODI 567565
Suspension
WHILE DRIVING THE SUSPENSION BROKE. NLM
ODI 567193