2002 Ford Focus Power Train Problems
- 10
- 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.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
Ford dealership in woodruff, wi replaced front right drive axle and seal 4 times before they got it right and the leak stopped. This initial leak was found by the owner after the car was taken in for a full check upon purchasing indicating the dealership did not inspect the car as they stated and were paid to do. The same day after getting the car back for the last time shifting problems began to occur and i had to…
ODI 10489557
Power Train
This car was purchased new by grandma. She sold it to her grandson this year. It is "like new" and was always kept in an enclosed garage. It has had dealer servicing. The last 10,000 miles it has intermittently failed to maintain an idle. When coming to a stop the car will often die. We took it to the dealer twice and an independent shop once - everyone thought it was the fueling/emission system but there were no…
ODI 10469728
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford focus. The contact stated that the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to coast the vehicle onto the shoulder of the road. The vehicle was successfully restarted, but the gear selector would not shift. The vehicle was then towed to a local repair shop, who performed a diagnostic test which discovered that the transmission gear pin was…
ODI 10455907
Power Train
I own a 2002 ford focus with 54000 miles on it and just last week had a problem with the transmission. When the car acelerated to 30 mph it would not engage into 3rd gear until you out more pressure on the gas. I took it to a ford dealer and they had it for 1 1/2 days and came back with an " i think it's a ring in the transmission, but not for sure" they want to charge me over $400 to take the transmission out to…
ODI 10261958
Ignition · Power Train
'02 ford focus zx5 has shown continuous problems with ignition. First, the key would get stuck and the transmission would not shift out of 'p'. Then, the key would intermittently get stuck in the ignition. This occurred with increasing frequency, and it is now stuck permanently. I have not yet taken it to get fixed, but based on phone inquiries to repair shops it will cost me anywhere from $200-500 to get it fixed.…
ODI 10213080
Power Train · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension
My 2002 ford focus wagon needed brakes because the front end would shake when i applied brakes. Also noticed a whirling noise from the back off car but did not mention that to my mechanic. He took it for a test drive and asked if i noticed the whirling noise too. He said he was concerned and checked that 1st. My right rear tire was frozen and not turning, that's where the noise was coming from. It had to be cut off…
ODI 10423611
Power Train · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
1. I was driving my 2002 ford focus wagon back from a camping trip and i was going about 60 mph on the freeway 2. All of a sudden there was a "crack"/"bang" from the back of the car, drivers side, the car continued without jolting/swerving (i.e. No affect to the driving of the vehicle), however, after another few miles the rear drivers side wheel was making a high pitched sound, plus cracking, plus some jolting as…
ODI 10163220
12v/24v/48v Battery · Engine And Engine Cooling · Equipment · Exterior Lighting · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Structure · Tires · Unknown Or Other · Visibility
There is a line that went straight into the engine's intake that has been leaking fluid since 2,000 miles and was inspected by deler who told to me that it was nothing. But the engine case should not have a large leak of fluid that soon. Finally now, they have done something on this and replaced the hose, as it was seen once more and knows of all the times reported. I hope this is just not a easy fix or this now…
ODI 10071080
Power Train · Power Window Devices And Controls · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Wheels
I have experienced problem after problem since purchasing my 2002 svt focus. Random stalls, leaks, and noises. Shift linkage failure, wheel bearing failure, power window problems. Intake manifold failure, wrong idle speed, loss of electrical power. 35 days in the shop so far and counting, all within 11mo of purchase. Don't buy a ford car, you'll regret it.
ODI 10070695
Power Train
Excessive gear chattering has necessitated the replacement of the final drive gear. Was told by dealership that final drive gear was defective and a redesign was placed in vehicle. Because of redesign i needed new drive axles. Torque converter was also shot and a new differential was put into vehicle. New bearings had to be ordered but was told by dealership they are on national backorder untill december of 2004.…
ODI 10070256