2002 Ford Focus Automatic Transmission Problems
- 22
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford focus. When the vehicle stopped it began to shake. The failure recurred whenever the vehicle stopped. Approximately one month later a check engine light began illuminating on the dashboard. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where the contact was told that the engine was misfiring. The contact was later told that the failure was within the transmission. The vehicle…
ODI 10373448
Automatic Transmission
The bracket that holds the transmission mount at the rear of the car, failed and dropped the transmission down on to the rear-transaxle and damaged motor mounts. The bracket appears to be made of very flimsy metal and is not an adequate piece of machining for the task holding the transmission mount. *tr
ODI 10293513
Automatic Transmission
While driving at freeway speeds sudden loss of acceleration and smell of burning fluid. Car would not shift beyond 2nd gear. Took to dealer and was told that the 3rd and 4th gears were burnt up. Req'd replacement of transmission at cost of $4,000. Vehicle mileage was 78k and well maintained. *tr
ODI 10257502
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford focus zx3. While driving 60 mph, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle began moving very slowly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the diagnostic indicated failure at the transmission main control body valve. The dealer replaced the main control valve. The manufacturer stated that there was no recall for the failure. The failure and current mileages were 53,000.…
ODI 10234778
Automatic Transmission
The gear shift switch that locks the car into park and allows the driver to remove the key is faulty. The driver can put the car in park and then pull the gearshift back to reverse without having to engage the button on the gear shift. Also, the driver is unable to remove the key. There does not appear to be a fix or recall on this issue and there should be, it is not safe and the car is just not that old to have…
ODI 10293516
Automatic Transmission
The transmission slips and shifts extremely rough. Other times when the times comes for the transmission to shift, there is great hesitation. At times it doesn't change until the very last high rpm. The shifting patterns have been off completely. Horse power as well as torque are lost due the faulty shifting. *jb
ODI 10169568
Automatic Transmission
Dt: the consumer complained about a transmission problem. While driving at any speed the transmission would slip. The vehicle was not in cruise control, the consumer manually pushed the accelerator pedal and the transmission would slip into neutral. After 10 to 20 seconds it would go back into drive. At times when stopping at a traffic light the vehicle would attempt to surge forward. The dealership was unable…
ODI 10140278
Automatic Transmission · Latches/Locks/Linkages
Drivers side lach breaks so the door doesn't open from the out side. So you have to open the door from the passenger side the problem is there is only two locks on this car.
ODI 10124541
Automatic Transmission
Transmission shifted into neutral and kicked back into drive while driving. *ph the dealer was unable to duplicate the consumer's concern. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times before the warranty expired. *jb *sc
ODI 10061305
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle's engine began to race while driving and then vehicle lost power.*mr the consumer stated she experienced the problem again, but this time she took the vehicle to the dealer and it was determined that the transmission was beyond repair. *jb
ODI 10082065
Automatic Transmission
While driving 40 mph, the vehicle revved. The revving continued for about 30 seconds, then returned to normal. The vehicle was examined by the dealer who found that a new transmission was needed. *ak *sc *jb
ODI 10065106
Automatic Transmission · Switch
On august 11, 2003 i took my car into koons ford of annapolis, to have the have the ignition switch took at, because the key would not turn. I was told my service manager mike sheckells, the service advisor pete, and factory tech: 063 - randall bounds, and a cashier that this has been a major problem with most of the ford focus, i feel this i should be on a recall notice if its has been a major problem with the…
ODI 10032822
Automatic Transmission · Frontal · Fuel System, Gasoline · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Lower Ball Joint · Turn Signal
Transmission went out 2 times in 1 year. Driver airbag shifted on its own. Rear passenger door does not unlock/open. Front ball joint cracked. Gas cover/door fell off. The smell of gas inside car at all times. Blinker would not turn off by itself. Key chime goes off when the key is out. *jb
ODI 10088734
Automatic Transmission
My 2002 ford focus se wagon purchased 1 year ago has been at the dealer over a week. The automatic transmission is slipping ;car is still under warranty. They are replacing it. I will be contacting ford motor company as i have been drivinf fords for the last 17 years. Also had problems with the door locks.*ak
ODI 10030642
Automatic Transmission
Consumer was having problem with automatic transmission. Dealer notified. *ak
ODI 10026558
Automatic Transmission
Transmission was replaced after owning the ford focus zx3 for less than a year, and is going back for repair again 2 1/2 months later. *ak
ODI 10029138
Automatic Transmission · Lock · Wiring
Went to start car and it would not start. When i turned the radio on the windshield wipers would come on, when i turned the wipers on the headlights would go off. Ford dealer tried to say that the cause was related to a remote starter that had been installed. Took it to another dealer and it was found to be a problem with the wiring. Also having transmission problems and problems with the lock on the trunk. *jb
ODI 10056634
Automatic Transmission
Consumer stated that while driving at any speed and without warning the vehicle will shut off causing consumer to pull over. Dealer notified. Ts
ODI 10004626
Automatic Transmission
While traveling on the highway without prior warning. The tranmission will shift intermittenley while the transmission is in neutral. The dealership is aware of the problem. Mr
ODI 8020525
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
Air Bags · Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Window Devices And Controls
2002 ford focus se station wagon. Consumer states problem with automatic transmission. Engine has strong noise. The consumer stated it took three times to fix the transmission. The window regulators were replaced four times, the thermostat housing failed twice which caused coolant leak. Also, there was a problem with the air bag system and the cover on the passenger side. *jb
ODI 10327372
Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving at highway speeds engine lost power, nearly resulting in a rear end collision. Dealer was not able to duplicate the problem. *ak the tachometer would suddenly race up to 7000 and the wheels lost power. The vehicle felt as if it were in neutral, after 15-30 seconds or downshifted to 2nd gear, the vehicle re-engages and the wheel power was restored. This was an intermittent problem. Ford was unable to…
ODI 10059226