2002 Ford Focus Tires Problems
- 52
- 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 52 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- Tread/Belt · 4 records
- Sidewall · 3 records
- Valve · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 21 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Tires · Tread/Belt
On 05/09/2014 at approximately 1750 hours i was traveling southbound on interstate 95 adjacent to mile marker 99 located near stuart, florida when i suddenly felt a very strong vibration and loud noise coming from the front right axle, immediately after the front right tire tread separated from the tire causing me to loose steering control of the vehicle. The vehicle eventually came to a full stop and upon further…
ODI 10587722
Tires · Wheels
On 05/09/2014 at approximately 1750 hours i was traveling southbound on interstate 95 adjacent to mile marker 99 located near stuart, florida when i suddenly felt a very strong vibration and loud noise coming from the front right axle, immediately after the front right tire tread separated from the tire causing me to loose steering control of the vehicle. The vehicle eventually came to a full stop and upon further…
ODI 10587719
Tires
Tl - the contact owns a 2002 ford focus. The vehicle was equipped with tires manufactured by falcon, size 205-50-r16, tire line ziex, dot v43v, and serial number 4m9r4509. The contact stated while inspecting the tires there was evidence that the side walls were cracked. The tires were not replaced. The manufacturer was not contacted regarding the defective tires. The failure and current miles were 19,000. Rk
ODI 10409201
Tires · Valve
Loss of air pressure in the tires (3 out of 4 so far) due to faulty valve stems. *tr
ODI 10248930
Tires · Tread/Belt
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford focus. The vehicle has firestone tires. The contact believed that the rear passenger tire was defective due to a rollover crash. The approximate mileage on the tire was 700. While driving less than 75 mph, the driver felt a shift in the way the vehicle was operating. The tires were inspected, but no failures were found. While attempting to make a left turn, the rear passenger tire…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10248302
Tires · Tread/Belt
Cooper cobra radial g/t - tread separation - on all 4 tires. Happened over a period of 3 years. One incident left us stranded for 5 hours on a busy highway in maryland. Dot # u9v9 c28 0605 size p195/60r15. *tr
1 injury
ODI 10256075
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
Tires
Dt*: the contact stated the front passenger side tire tread separated from the tire, destroying the front control panel of the vehicle. The tire indicated the recommended psi as 34 and it has been kept to that standard. The tire was approximately one year old when this incident occurred. There was no abnormal bulging and the vehicle had no vibration. There was also no more than 15000 miles on the tire.
ODI 10164834
Tires
While vehicle was parked consumer saw the separation of the front driver's side sidewall tire. Consumer had the tire replaced. Dealership will be notified. *ak *nm
ODI 10115058
Tires
On january 14, 2005 i took my vehicle into paul harvey ford for maintanence. I was informed that there were several things needing to be replaced, most was covered by my extended warranty. The service tech. Gary also informed me that i needed all new tires, and further said he could not warrant any work done unless i replaced them. So i gave him premission to do so. Feburary 7th, 2005 while driving home from work i…
ODI 10110274
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
Tires
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford focus. The contact noticed air coming out of the front passenger side tire, which she had been aware of since first purchasing the vehicle. The failure occurred more than six times, regardless if the vehicle was parked or in motion. The vehicle would either have to be towed to the dealer or service personnel would come to her and replace the tire with a spare. The dealer was never…
ODI 10244539
Tires · Valve · Wheels
1. I've had problems with this tire holding air. It has given me problems ever since i purchased it. It was taken to the dealer all through warranty. I've been putting air in it which has cost me a surmountable amt of money ranging from 25 cents to whatever the market charged cost of putting air in it to the current date. It ruined a good tire after 12,000 miles of use; it was rotated all the necessary times; only…
ODI 10241243
Tires · Tread/Belt
My ford focus ztx has 4 firestone firehawk gta 02 p205/50r15 m+s 86h tires on it and the vehicle only has 20,119 miles on it. I rotated the tires every 6,000 miles as recommended and on th elast oil change and tire rotatin appointment, the firestone dealer adivsed me not to rotate the tires because their are defects in the tires and the rear tires rotated to the front would cause more road noise. The auto is under…
ODI 10114348
Tires
While driving, a loud noise was heard coming from the front of the vehicle. The consumer pulled over and noticed that the passenger side tire blew out. The consumer took the lug nut and bolts off. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. Please fill in additional information. *jb
ODI 10097171
Tires
The front tires wore out. Consumer heard a loud noise coming from the front tires. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Firestone, p205/50r16. *ak
ODI 10083996
Sidewall · Tires
On my 2002 focus se my passanger front tire had a bubble- my car only has 17,000 miles on it. When i called the dealership i found it wasn't under warranty. The tires are seperate and had to be prorated for wear. The cost of the same tire plus the cost of the labor was almost a hundred dollars. I can't believe i am fixing someting i didn't cause. Ford won. I bought a new tire but from a different company.
ODI 10090952
Tires
Excessive brake dust 2002 ford focus (vin#: fafp383x2w110369). Have replaced 3 tires all under 20,000mi. (firestone). One replacement tire (firestone) failed after roughly 5000mi. Failings happen on flat smooth highway. Extremely dangerous situation when front tires fail (tread is good, no wear, no punctures, pressure good). Possibly tire is separated from rim??? Vehicle bought from lithia ford (omaha, ne). *jb
ODI 10060556
Tires
While driving 65 mph rear passenger's side tire exploded, causing the driver to lose control. No impact reported. *ak
ODI 10061473
Tires · Unknown Or Other
Rear tires traction failed. As a result, vehicle became uncontrollable. *ak the consumer stated when the roads were wet, the vehicle was hard to control. The vehicle was taken to the dealer at least 6 times for the same problem, three of the six times the dealer replaced the tires, however that did not resolve the problem. *jb
ODI 10059513
Tires · Wheels
16 inch diameter front alloy wheel with 205-50/r16 tire on 2002 ford focus zts was damaged and caused rapid tire deflation due to low speed , 35 mph, impact with pothole. 50 series tire is too thin for street use on the ford focus!*ak
ODI 10049639
Tires · Unknown Or Other
All four studs on the right front broke off and caused damage to the brakes, front bumper, along with a few other things. The dealer said it was my fault because i had a mechanic besides them change the brakes on it. I had my 2 month baby niece in the back along with 3 other people. The other problem i have is the seal on the windshield is coming out near the roof.
ODI 10071243
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
Suspension · Tires
Tires wear out every 10,000 miles have replaced tires 5 times now was told it was because we didn't rotate. 3 line ups done and rotated every 5000 miles we are now on set number 6 of tires and the dealer can not explain why we cant get even 1/2 the life of the tire. *jb
ODI 10039229
Rear · Tires
From a consumer protection section of the attorney general. Consumer was experiencing noise while driving and rounding curves. Dealer found nothing. Took to a different dealer and found tires were worn and loose rear sway bar. *la all four tires were replaced and aligned. Consumer would like reimbursement for cost of tires and the alignment. In addition, consumer thinks ford should conduct an investigation into this…
ODI 10053609