2003 Ford Focus Rotor Problems
- 13
- 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.
What owners report
- brake pads · 5 records
- pads rotors · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Rotor
I have had two front end aliments in 20,000 miles and my car has 23.454 miles on it . Also now it needs new brakes and rotors and they refuse to replace them under warranty . This is an ongoing problem with ford focus that should be fixed . *nm
ODI 10131067
Pads · Power Window Devices And Controls · Rotor · Suspension · Trunk Lid
Dt: 2003 ford focus. When the vehicle was first purchased front window came out. The dealership fixed it. Then, the trunk started popping open, the vehicle was fixed at the dealership where she purchased it. The vehicle was taken to another dealership, because she moved. They stated the vehicle needsednew brake pads. Te consumer told the dealership the vehicle made a noise on the passenger side by the front tire.…
ODI 10131539
Rotor
I purchased this car in sept. 2003, brand new. This spring, with only 23000 miles on it, the car began making an awful grinding noise. I took it to the dealership the next day, and they had to replace the front rotors, at a price tag of near $400. Of course my warranty did not cover it. I am very disappointed in this car, and in ford for selling a car that obviously has a faulty, poorly made braking system. Only 4…
ODI 10139826
Pads · Rotor
While applying the brakes a loud squeaking noise came from the vehicle. Driver took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that left and right brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced due to corrosion. *ak
ODI 10117370
Rotor
My 2003 focus ztw wagon has been in for brakes 3 times in the last year. Ford standing by this as a "wear" item not covered under warranty. Could i have 2002 parts in my vehicle? I have had brake inspections done with oil changes indicating everything in the "green zone". The rotor warping is sudden and unpredictable. 3 brake jobs in one year is excessive and problematic. I do not feel safe in this vehicle even with…
ODI 10110405
Rotor
18,000 miles on a 2003 ford focus and the brake pads and rotors are ruined, the dealer told me i can expect this with a focus or a escape because of center mounted rotors. The car was inspected by the dealer 2500 miles ago. State police can't help me due the time that has passed since inspection. *ak
ODI 10100806
Pads · Rotor
Back at about 18000, i took my car to the dealer to have the brakes checked. They were squeaking and had excessive dust on rims. At times i would get a grinding noise. They said "all was fine." i took my car back again with the same issues, at about 20000 miles and was told that i needed new brakes and since the rotors were "so thin" they needed to be replaced also. I asked about the service bulliten that is out on…
ODI 10096333
Rotor
Ford focus 2003 rotors wear out incredibly fast.. Took my car in for a 30,000 inspection and had to have new rotors and breaks i was told that many focus's are coming in at 30,000 that need new rotors. Why??? Unless they are defective in the first place.
ODI 10093141
Rotor
2003 ford focus brakes are wearing uneven, rubbing, and squeeking. The front rotors have groves beyond allowable limits while 40% of pads remain. Looks as if the front pads are eating the rotors. When taken to ford they say its normal wear, what a lie.. This could cause a terrible accident, im surprised ford hasnt learned their lesson from past experience. Since for has refused to take action on their faulty brakes,…
ODI 10090594
Rotor
Vehicle was taken to dealer for regular check up, and results showed that the rotors needed to be replaced because they were worn out. Consumer will notify manufacturer.*ak
ODI 10117171
12v/24v/48v Battery · Air Conditioner · Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Automatic Transmission · Column · Interior/Under Dash · Latch · Rotor · Starter Assembly
Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the starter failed. There were no warning signals for the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealership who determined the flywheel and the starter had to be replaced. After the first incident, the contact took the vehicle to the dealer thirty times for the following failures: brakes rotors were replaced four times; battery and alternator had to be…
ODI 10168765
Pads · Rotor
When applying brakes at any speed a squeaking sound was heard. Dealer replaced front pads, then on second occurrence, front rotors were replaced. This did not resolve the problem.*ak
ODI 10054017
Pads · Rotor
Brake pads and rotors wear out prematurely. When the brake pedal is depressed it makes a metal to metal noise. Dealership replaced the brake pads and rotors 3 times. *ak
ODI 10073657