1. Ford Focus
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  3. 2004
  4. Suspension

2004 Ford Focus Suspension Problems

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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

BandRecords
1–30k mi2
100–150k mi2
60–100k mi1
30–60k mi1
150–400k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • October 15, 2017 · 151,239 miles

    Suspension

    The bottom of my subframe is completely rusted out. I called ford dealer and they told me it is because of the area i live in the vehicle has 151239 miles

    ODI 11045793

  • March 6, 2015 · 114,000 miles

    Body · Suspension

    Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford focus. While driving at various speeds, a rattling type noise was heard coming from the rear wheel area. While inspecting the vehicle, the contact discovered that the rear passenger shock absorber punctured through the wheel well. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered that the failure was due to rusting and corrosion of the wheel well. The vehicle was not…

    ODI 10695122

  • November 12, 2013 · 110,000 miles

    Suspension

    Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford focus. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a flat tire. The contact called road side assistance and the spare tire was installed. The vehicle was later taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the adjustable upper arm kit would need to be installed in order to correct the chamber on the rear driver and passenger's sides. The vehicle was not repaired. The…

    ODI 10552458

  • July 3, 2007 · 50,759 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling · Floor Shift · Rim · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering · Suspension

    Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford focus. While driving 55-70 mph, the vehicle and the steering wheel both began to shake. When the speed is below 55 mph, the shaking will stop or decrease. When applying the brakes while driving, the contact heard metal on metal from the rear of the vehicle on the driver's side. The dealer stated that the brakes were fine. The current mileage was 54,019 and failure mileage was 50,759.…

    ODI 10210391

  • January 16, 2007 · 82,000 miles

    Suspension

    Tl* - the contact has a 2004 ford focus se with a odometer reading of 82000 miles. The contact stated that he has a rear wheel alignment problem which has resulted in tire cupping and he has to replace the rear tires for a third time. The contact has taken the vehicle to the dealer and to an independent mechanic shop and they both told him that he as an alignment problem. Neither the mechanic shop nor the dealer…

    ODI 10179110

  • July 15, 2005 · 6,000 miles

    Engine · Latch · Manual Transmission · Rotor · Suspension · Switch/Wiring · Unknown Or Other

    Brake problem. At about 2000 to 3000 miles breaks starts to squeal and grind. Took it in to service at dealer complaining about problem, as it got worse and was not normal in 6,000 miles. Was told no problem, routine break in. Then at 12,000 miles still a problem. Went to another dealer, said the same thing. Now with nearly 18,000 miles, rotors are grooved very bad. Evidence and warning was evident in the earlier…

    ODI 10143114

  • June 28, 2005 · 10,000 miles

    Suspension

    PREMATURE WEAR ON INSIDE FRONT TIRES. *JB

    ODI 10148298