2002 Ford Focus Service Brakes, Hydraulic 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.
Among these 22 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- front brakes · 5 records
- front passenger · 4 records
- passenger side · 4 records
- brake pads · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Front · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The front springs on the 2002 ford focus are faulty. The front passenger side spring was cracked , and took the car to goodyear to get repaired, since it's out of warranty (including the extended warranty i purchased). I then lettered ford, and they said in november 2004 they mailed a notice to customers ( which i never received) notifying them of f the problem with the springs. They said there is no recall, but…
ODI 10235389
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford focus. While driving 10-15 mph, the vehicle would not stop when she applied the brakes. In addition, the contact had to put the gear shift indicator into the park position to stop the vehicle. The mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure. The failure mileage 103,800 and current mileage was 103,900. Updated 02-14-08 *bf the consumer stated to a ford dealer the previous owner…
ODI 10214554
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
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl* - the contact owns a 2002 ford focus wagon with a current odometer reading of 57,5000 miles. On march 13, while driving in heavy traffic on dry pavement the contact tried to decelerate by applying the brake pedal and the pedal was pushed two to three times until coming to a complete stop, narrowly avoiding another vehicle in front of the contact's vehicle. Also, on march 19, 2007 while driving in heavy traffic…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10186221
12v/24v/48v Battery · Air Bags · Power Window Devices And Controls · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Tires
I have a 2002 ford focus zx5 that is well maintained. Within the first 2-3 years, i have had to replace the front brakes and rotors. In 2004 i had to replace the battery. In 2005 i had to replace the right rear window motor. Presently the left rear window motor isn't working; the window will not go up. The rear front window is not working properly and the air bag light comes on each time the car is started and stays…
ODI 10167055
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Unknown Or Other
After 2 complaints to dealer about rear brake vibration/noise, they found noting wrong. On our trip going down interstate 40 at 70 mph the back wheel comes off my car. The wheel and hub are broken,cuts the brake line and i lose my brake fluid. No brakes and trying to keep it out of the ditch. If there would of been a car on the side of me. I am positive there would have been injury/death. Had extended warranty. Ford…
Crash reported
ODI 10434836
Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Structure
I recently purchased a used 2002 ford focus. I have been having trouble with the brakes, the radio, and water leaking in through the front passenger side. The brakes squeak everytime i apply them. The radio only works for one minute and then it fades out, all you can hear is static. The most important of these problems is the leak. It has rained really hard three times in the past month, and all those times i have…
ODI 10143381
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Dt: consumer complained about brake problems. Both front and rear brake were replaced in less than 3 years. The brake pedal was making a noise. The dealer and manufacturer stated that the proble was the brake booster and that it was a normal thing. This failure made it harder to stop the car. Manufacturer said to fix this problem would make this failure worse. Also, said this was not a safety issues. Manufacturer…
ODI 10125946
Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Structure · Tires
Multiple failures; continual issues with brakes. Correct water leak and patch tire. *bf the alternator needed to be replaced. *jb
ODI 10109526
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
1. Spindle holding brakes was stripped. 2. Reported by covington ford third auto that had to be replaced 3. No explanation as to why spindle failed. *jb
ODI 10104619
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Today is the fourth time my car has been towed for service for a recurring problem: brake sensor fails and car won't shift out of park - disabling the vehicle. This problem last had me stranded in tennessee. I feel this is a vehicle failure rather than dealership failure. I am concerned where i will be stranded next. I believe my car might be a lemon. I am extremely concerned that my vehicle fails, is repaired and…
ODI 10064541
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
Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The vehicle was taken to the dealer because noise was heard coming from the front brakes. The dealer replaced the front brakes. *ak the brake problem continued. The radio had no bass and after the vehicle was shut off the radio would turn back on. *scc *nlm
ODI 10038187
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
My focus has only 30,000 miles and the brakes have been serviced four times for the same reason. I have had to replace my brake pads and rotors do to the excessive warping and wearing. Fixed numerous times, and the problem persists. Dealership informed me that this is a major issue with the focus, but no recall has been made to notify the problem. I guess ford is waiting for a few fatalities before addressing the…
ODI 10047248
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
Frontal · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I bought my 19 year old daughter a new focus because i felt new cars were safer and more reliable. Today, she was involved in an accident. She has had ongoing problems with the brakes making noise and not being responsive. On her way to have them looked at again, she made a left onto a major road and the traffic in front of her was at a dead stop. It was the rav 4 in front of her, not her brakes, that stopped her…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10023081
Fuel System, Gasoline · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Structure
I purchased a 2002 ford focus se. At 10,956 miles i had to replace the front brakes. I was billed 256.06 for this repair. I also had a water leak that occurred on the front passenger side. The leak was fixed. The problem was said to be the pollen filter. The center console was loose, that was also fixed asap. And lastly the fuel economy is far from what ford claims it to be. Please visit…
ODI 10021200
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
At this early mileage the brake pads and rotors need to be replaced. We were informed by the service manager at the dealer that this is a problem the see often because of the type of brake pads and type of rotors. This is unbelievable that ford is hiding this problem. We bought a brand new car so we wouldn't have this problem.
ODI 10070246
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Consumer states when starting the vehicle in the morning, the brakes would not work. *ph
ODI 10031724
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
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Consumer states that when trying to apply the brakes they can hear a loud noise and the brake pedal will go to the floor causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Dealer has repair vehicle on several occasions. Dealer notified ts
ODI 8021789
Labels · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
I bought my 2002 fordfocus in august 2002 from universal ford dealership in long island city, new york. About one month later of having the focus my brakes started squealing. My new car only felt and drove like a new car for one month. I took back the car for service and they told me the car is normal. I recently changed my brake pads and had my rotors checked out and still am having brakes squealing. *la
ODI 10047303
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