2002 Ford Focus Engine And Engine Cooling Problems
- 34
- 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 34 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- engine light · 7 records
- check engine · 6 records
- valve seat · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 9 |
| 60–100k mi | 7 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
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
Engine And Engine Cooling
Heating/vent produces a disgusting smell. Repairs indicated oil leak near heater - unknown origin. Smell abated but still it produces annoying smells that requires windows to be kept open. Will have to go back to selling dealership 4th time for further investigation. Is there a better way and another shop in cleveland, oh that can make an independent assessment of the problem? Thanks.
ODI 10069613
Engine And Engine Cooling
The car is a 2002 svt focus. The engine has a severe miss/surge under normal driving conditions. The last ticket on the vehicle states that there is no fix at this time. October 27, 2003 update: thank you for your help on this matter. Ford purchased the vehicle back, refunded all of the payments made, and compensated me for any aftermarket parts i had the receipt for. Ford went out of its way to make me happy. Thank…
ODI 10070153
Electrical · Engine And Engine Cooling
On november 9, 2002 while doing errands i noticed smoke coming from the engine area of 2002 ford focus (5 months old). It was a wet and rainy day and the windows were fogging-up. I had to roll the windows down to defrost the light mist on the windows, as the defrost button would not work. The smoke became so thick i decided to pulled over and call for ford road service. By the time i was giving the rep. My location…
Fire reported
ODI 10069651
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Window Devices And Controls
The engine experienced complete failure at 55 mph with no warning sign. It has not been taken to the dealer for inspection. Sunroof was stuck in open position and would not close properly unless manipulated by hand. Dealer fixed the problem the following day.
ODI 10069131
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
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicle stalled at various speeds. Vehicle was taken to the dealer on several separate occasions. Dealer replaced the air intake valve twice, but problem recurred. *ak
ODI 10097856
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