The consumer reported to the dealer that the gas pedal was sticking but the delaer was unable to duplicate the problem, the throttle body also sticks. Nlm
2000 Ford Focus body complaints
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Cd player and radio inoperative. Nlm
At 35mph, vehicle shuts off. Could have caused an accident. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.*ak. Consumer states the vehicle has been in the shop 7 times for the same problem, consumer complained of wind noise inside the vehicle, the seat belts were inoperable.
Consumer experiencing many problems with ignition, key will not turn when inserted in ignition switch. Dealer replaced ignition.
Water is leaking into the vehicle on passenger's side. Dealer was unable to locate cause of problem. Feel free to provide any further information.
I complained about the brakes at 3000 miles - told no problems the brakes just do that - at 11993 miles brakes inspected 50 - 60 % left - at 15561 brakes inspected 65 - 75 % left - now some how only 4000 miles later only 10% of brakes left and need to be replaced with a total of 19,992 miles - also took car in several times for dying while driving and told no problem - then there was a recall on the clutch cylinder and they said that was probably the problem so they replaced that - still had the problem - they hinted that it was me because they were unable to duplicate the problem - then finally when my radio would go on and off in their presnce they inspected further and discovered my entire dashboard wireing was melted and it is a wonder my car didn't catch on fire. They re-wired the entire car and replaced my radio and had my car for over a week - within a month the radio wasn't working again and they replaced it for the second time - then 3 months later my electric door locks stopped working and needed to be replaced - and by the way my radio has gone out 2 times since the last replacement and they said it was probably just loose or something and not too concerned and now the brakes all this at 19,000 miles.
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When slippery out, the brakes will not grasp properly. Therefore, the vehicle will slide. Dealer can not duplicate problem.*ak consumer also experienced these difficulties as followed, power steering system (exploded, w/3-4 week repairs), trunk lock was broken, keyless entry system works improperly, the trunk lock has been replaced twice, the radio has been replaced 3 times & still occurs, the winshield arm recently broke, and concludes that the vehicle also slides in dry weather. Consumer adds that she had filed a complaint w/ board of ford, the case was lost after recieving a loaner car (due to taking vehicle in for repairs) and says that she cannot afford to buy out the lease (will have to wait until oct 2002)
Car stalled. Towed to dealership (apple ford), replaced fuse. Stalled again. This time entire fuel system replaced. Gas guage read inacurate. Another new fuel system. Still read inacurrate. A new console. Still reads inaccurate to this day. Just gave up trying to get it fixed.
Molding on right rear passenger door coming off; do not feel safe in vehicle b/c of all the recalls and can't take off work for all of these recalls; thumping coming from under steering column, told that it is a characteristic of the car, but sounds like same problem that was recalled in rear wheel bearings; overdrive off button doesn't work; brakes squeak and wear down too easily and I had to pay to get them replaced;this car is a piece of junk. I bought a new car b/c I did not have time to get my old car fixed all of the time. I thought buying a new car would eliminate this, but I take this to the shop all the time for recalls and problems. This is insane! Something has to be done!
Transmission needed to be replaced at 7000 miles. At 25000 miles the car is having the same problems- hesitation, whining noises, and hard shifting. The trunk door must be slammed as hard as possible several times before it closes. Also a passenger compartment water leak had to be repaired four times before it was fixed.
Brakes replaced at 20000 miles, trunk release and pwr doorlocks stopped working, headlights developed moisture, trunk wont shut w/out slamming, numerous other problems
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Ignition cylinder failed and had to be replaced, the dealership had 4 other focus' with the same problem, my normal mechanic had also seen 4 other focus' with this problem, I reported it to ford company's customer service center but they just said they'd look into it. Also, my cruise control does not work, nor do the electrical locks. I don't know if the ignition cylinder could have went out during operation, luckily it didn't for me. My cruise control stopped working after I received a recall notice on the cruise control and took it in for the necessary repairs.
On 3-22-02 at night, parked, I tried to unlock the right rear door at the same time that the passenger attempted to open the door. The plastic door handle made a cracking noise and the door handle apeared to be looser than before without the tight return to original position. The door opened and closed properly. I did not think this was a priority repair so waited until my spring break the next week. On 3-27-02 I had the rear right door opened, I closed it and drove off. Within half a block the door swung opened at a stop light and a passing motorist told me about it before I drove off. I closed the door and proceeded down the hill, within 3 blocks the door swung opened again. I checked the handle and found it popped out into an open position. I forced it back into place, there was a similar cracking noise to that made when the original damage was caused. I drove immediately to the nearest ford dealership where an appointment was made for 3-29-02. I did not carry anyone in the back seat until the repair was completed. The service order described the repair as, "removed right rear door panel-replaced inner handle-broken & out of position in ratchet assembly-retest-ok. The dealership treated this as a warranty repair. I am concerned that this is not a fluke accident, as the locks automatically engage when the car is put into gear, and unlocking the rear door at night would be a common occurrence. Passangers could be at risk, especially small children.
Vehicle has been given consumer trouble since purchasing it. 2nd day after purchase vehicle was in dealer's shop for 2 weeks. When putting on brakes vehicle shakes. Also, driver cannot see to make turns because truck is very high.*ak while driving, the consumer and his daughter were hurt due to brakes and wipers failed in the rain. The rear window is very high and the driver was unable to see vehicles from behind. Brakes failed more than three times, however the dealer refused to fix it after the first repair there were 2 injuries, consumer also states the airbags failed.
After 6 months of purchase, the brake system specifically rotors failed. While applying brakes there was a constant grinding noise, resulting in extended stopping distance before vehicle came to a complete stop. Mechanic stated ford focus had these common problems, also experiencing other problems such as erratic speedometer failure, an the interior light fell out from roof of vehicle, and 2 inches of water entering from side of door. *ak
There is a very bad squeaking noise when braking, and when consumer lets off the brake there is a grinding noise. Driver states more than twice brake pedal was applied, and pedal went to the floor. Ford has been contacted.*ak.also consumer was complaining of the transmission slipping, the cigarette lighter was not working, cup holder bubbling, serpentine belt was replaced due to a squeal coming from under the hood, gas light was coming on when the tank was full of gas, door ajar light was coming on, starter and battery were replaced, driver sider mirror knob fell off, RPM runs high, headlamp molding was replaced, sunvisor was broke, rear child seat latch cover was broke, air conditioner and heater were replaced, passenger door trim, driver seat metal bar, rewind button for am/fm cassette was inoperative, carpet loose, pillar trim was coming off, ticking noise was coming from the front of vehicle, the egr valve ws replaced, rear tail light was out, the bulb was replaced, deck lid wire harness, a new fuel tank was installed due to the engine light illuminating, the front and rear brakes have been replaced due to warpage, also the speedometer stopped working.
When applying brake pedal it would go to the floor, also brakes will grind. Rotors had to be turned, and brakes were replaced 7 times, but the problem reoccurred. *ak transmission slips and jerks and rpms jump. No problem found. Consumer hears loose gravel sound from right front wheel area. Dealer found wheel well loose. Dealer found serpentine belt failed causing whistle squeal under hood. Gas light on with full tank and door ajar light is on. Dealer replaced battery. Evaporative hose loose. Dealer removed and installed fuel tank. Cigarette lighter not working. R-cup hold bubbling. Driver side mirror knob falls off. Rear child seat latch cover in broke. Front driver seat metal fell out. Both headlamps moulding fall out. Sunvisor mirror/bracket moulding on passenger side between door / dash loose. Broken. Right outer AC vent broken. Loose carpet on right front floor. Pillar trim coming off. Deck lid wire harness had tp be replaced. Clicking noise from l/h front of vehicle. Egr valve replaced. Left rear tail lamp is out. Engine light is on. Problems with rewind button for am/fm cassette.
At the time to lock or unlock doors will not operate. Sometimes doors will stay locked. Had taken vehicle to dealer, they found that problem was due to a fuse that had to be replaced. Please provide more information.
Consumer found the vehicle flooded, rain water got through a crack inside of vehicle. This was not noticed by consumer, and dealer was contacted. Please provide more information.
Water leaks into passenger compartment from underneath windshield and will run behind dashboard before forming a puddle of water on floorboard. Dealership has examined vehicle four times and cannot effectively remedy the problem. Please provide any additional information / documentation.
Front end was falling off. Contacted dealer, and dealer did not think that there was anything wrong with vehicle. But, when shaking the bumper screws come loose.
Trunk lid will not shut properly, latch and switch assembly replaced a couple of times.
Nothing but problems with the car. First noticed leak in the floorboard on the front passenger side as the dealer detailed car. Interior dome light fell off soon after, followed by the fuel gate door and the left drivers side mirror. Now my transmission has blown up, all while going 25 MPH or under, and all under 21,000 miles! We've had a major recall on average every other month too. What a lemmon! *ak (tiresize: p195/60r15)
When car is engaged in gear the door locks should lock. The don't. I took the vehicle into ford and they replaced the fuse the first time, as they were testing it they blew 2 more fuses. They then replaced the 2nd and told me it would be ok. When I got home tonight the back passenger door would not unlock the other 3 doors did. Now none of the door will lock or unlock with the remote or with the button inside the car.
Defective brake rotors. Dealer has yet to be contacted.*ak consumer also states the windhsiled wipers are inoperative, the striping on the driver side door has always been loose, also radio buttons were stuck,drivers doorlock does not unlock all the time with remote key.
Driver's door lock switch broke. Locks are automatic and lock when vehicle is started. Driver's door would not open after vehicle has stopped. Would exit from passenger side. Other three doors would fail to lock when driver's door automatically locks. Had not taken vehicle to dealership.
Vehicle is in the shop as of 21 aug 01 for water leak under dashboard? Trunk will not lock, automatic transmission difficult to get out of park worst car I have ever owned. Ford motor company not helping at all. My warranty will be up in a few, that means all defects will come out of pocket for repair.
While consumer was driving gas tank cover blew off the tank and gas was spilling every where.*ak consumer states vehicle has experienced problems with the sending unit and gas gauge. Wheel bearings on the left rear failed. Transmission fluid leaks, consumer states this is causing slippage and shifting problems. Vehicle experiences a burning oil smell. Wiring harness failure. Light failure (consumer did not specify). Gas leaks. Failed suspension parts (consumer did not specify). Tires wear prematurely (consumer did not give tire information). Splash shields broke. Brocking wires in central locking system.
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