2004 Ford Focus Engine And Engine Cooling Problems
- 11
- 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
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford focus. While driving approximately 30-40 mph the vehicle lost all electrical power and stalled. The steering wheel locked while the vehicle was in drive and moving forward. He engaged the brakes and the vehicle stopped in the median. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who performed a diagnostic test which indicated an improper key issue. The local mechanic could not duplicate…
ODI 10371262
Engine And Engine Cooling
I have a 2004 ford focus zx3. I was at a gas station filling up and when i attempted to start up my car, the key would not turn. The ignition cylinder was completely locked up. I was stranded at the gas station for 2 hours before aaa came and towed my car to the dealership. I have researched the issue and found out that the ignition cylinder locking up and not allowing you to start your car is a very common issue…
ODI 10319095
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford focus. While starting the vehicle, the contact heard a ticking noise coming from the engine. The spark plugs were replaced to remedy the issue, but the failure remained. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the number four cylinder had no pressure and the piston was destroyed. The contact was informed that the engine would have to be replaced. No…
ODI 10262783
Engine And Engine Cooling
Purchased car in september 2008 and it has since died while driving three times in less than three months. Last time car died, so far, was on a busy route at a busy intersection with our two toddlers and newborn in the backseat. There are numerous other people with same problem of car just dying while being driven. When will this get the proper attention it needs before someone is injured or even killed before it's…
ODI 10252210
Engine And Engine Cooling
2004 ford focus..changed the air filter and noticed oil in and under the old filter and checked the oil and it was on the normal level. About three days later, while driving down the road, the car shut off, now it will do nothing, the motor won't even turn over. Can't find out what the problem is, any suggestions? *tr
ODI 10235765
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
12v/24v/48v Battery · Automatic Transmission · Axle Assembly · Cables · Door · Engine And Engine Cooling · Exterior Lighting · Power Window Devices And Controls · Wheel Bearing
2004 focus belt tensioner broke and battery failed. *ts the front door had to be aligned and the door seal was replaced. The throttle cable had to be re-routed due to the cable binding. The front wheel bearings were replaced. The left rear motor assembly was replaced, the 3rd brake light lens and right side cv axle was replaced. The transmission started shifting erratically. The consumer attempted to make a turn,…
ODI 10177475
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel Pump
While driving vehicle stalled . Driver was able to restart the vehicle fifteen minutes later, and drove it to the dealer. However, mechanic could not duplicate the problem. Driver informed the mechanic that this problem has happened more than once, and has not been resolved. *ak ford mrfg stated that this type of stalling (failure) does not indicate a safety problem. There has been a constant problem with 1/2 tank…
ODI 10113693
Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving, the check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Consumer managed to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic performed a diagnostic test on vehicle and found that spark plugs and the head of the engine were worn. Mechanic replaced the spark plugs and the head engine. *la
ODI 10071934
Engine And Engine Cooling
WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH VEHICLE STALLED. *AK
ODI 10065073
Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving engine light illuminated, then vehicle stalled. *ak
ODI 10061423