2000 Ford Focus: rotors or pads wearing out early

Filed Jun 20, 2008 · Suspension · OH

Ford will not honor recall on wheel bearing. Statement said even if the car has been service before it will fix. Not true I spent a hour on the phone with them . Ford will not honor aggreement because it did it again. Search results report date : june 20, 2008 at 11:33 am the federal safety agency campaign id number : 01i017000 make / models : model/build years: ford / focus 2000-2001 manufacturer : ford motor company mfr's report date : nov 29, 2001 the federal safety agency campaign id number : 01i017000 n/a the federal safety agency action number: n/a component: wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts potential number of units affected : 238653 summary: this is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: 2000-2001 ford focus passenger vehicles, originally sold in or currently registered in the states of , ohiom, . In high corrosion areas, where salt is used on roadways in the winter, the rear wheel bearing seal race can experience surface corrosion. If this condition occurs, the wheel bearing seals could become damaged and allow contamination to enter the wheel bearings. Consequence: the wheel bearings could prematurely wear and cause a noticeable noise. If not repaired, this condition could progress to the point where the wheel begins to wobble. Remedy: dealers will replace the rear wheel bearings at no cost to the consumer. Additional bearing seals will also be installed to ensure a smooth ride. This program will be in effect until december 31, 2002, regardless of mileage. Even if the vehicle has already been serviced under recall campaign 00s31, ford has taken additional steps to keep the wheel bearings in top shape. Owners ford has decided to conduct a service campaign to replace the rear wheel bearings. Owners can contact ford at 1‑866‑436‑7332, concerning this program.

Filed Aug 24, 2005 · Suspension · 69,500 miles · ME

Supplemental information reference the federal safety agency odi # 10134021 the aforementioned odi # is the third in a line of situations where, in my opinion, metal fatigue has caused a defect. Excessive regrind material is being utilized in the manufacture of parts, leading to premature wear/failure aka planned obsolessence. The rh axle support bearings would possibly have never failed had good workmanship practices and standards been in place and utilized. Being a "proud ford owner" only since 1969 I have never experienced such a rapid / rampid parts failure rate. As a show of good faith, I expect nothing less than ford motor company to absorb any and all cost of replacing the rear axle in my 2000 ford focus. Your attention to this matter is greatly appreciated. Respectfully, paul a. Stadden

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · TX

Current malfunction is hesitation and engine stall and brake failure. My car is almost 2 years old and within that time period I have experienced the following malfunctions: windshield wiper, air condition, electric window, brakes, struts, rusted rotor, ignition switch, electrical shorts(flashing dash), engine hesitation/stall, blown fuses where car would not start.

Filed Oct 1, 2003 · Fuel system, Locks · MO

I have a 2000 focus. I experiance hesitation when the fuel tank is about 1/4th full, it died once while turning around an offramp cloverleaf. Also when coming to stops it idles rough. When starting and waiting while in or out of gear, idling is rough. Turning corners I occasionaly get creeks from the front and rear. Sometimes I hear thumps from the rear when riding over bumps on occasion. I hear and feel a growl while the engine is running regardless of being in or out of gear or in or out of motion. It feels more prominent when the temp. Is below 60 degrees. I can feel it vibrating in the steering wheel while turning and it seems to stop while turning left but continues when the steering reaches center. While going up or down inclines or small depressions in the road it becomes even more noticeable and you can feel it in the floor. The drivers side rear door lock sometimes clicks in and out of the lock postion erratically when the electronic door lock/unlock button is depressed. This handle is also extremely tough to open. Sometimes power is lost to the radio, I remove the detachable aniti-theft piece and replace it, sometimes it works, sometimes I need to do it numerous times before the radio will turn back on. I had experianced warped rotors on the front when I first bought the vehicle numerous times, but I switched them with slotted rotors so I no longer have this problem. My rear brake drums are stock (but the pasds are not) and they squeal quite frequently, possibly due to excessive dust. I had noticed that sometimes the power window control would not work for windows other than the drivers. This has not happened in about a year or 2. I have just recently experienced water in the passenger well. Last, occasionally the transmission will hesitate while driving. It almost feels like the transmission is shifting into neutral, but more like it was a human with a cluthc out a bit who cannot make up their mind about what gear to use.

Filed Sep 9, 2003 · Brakes · MS

Consumer was having problems with rotors rusting. Dealer was contacted, and stated that rotors needed to be replaced, but did not explain as why this happened.

Filed Nov 8, 2002 · Brakes · CA

Consumer states, the rotors and brakes pad worn excessively. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information. Ts

Filed Sep 8, 2002 · Body, Brakes · OR

Sub frame bolts loose from factory, transmision slips, brake rotors warped and replaced 3 times, dlr advised that because this veh is built in germany its a high performance veh and the brakes will not last more than 12,000 miles without having to do a complete brake job, ford has been contacted on several occassions and have repeatdly denied that they have any brake issues with this vehicle.

Filed Jun 20, 2002 · Brakes · NV

Front brakes have been squealing since the car has had a brake job under one year out of the showroom. The first brake job done by team ford was necessary at under 20,000 miles indicating premature wear and possibly defective from factory disc brakes. Many other focus owners are having this same problem. The brakes still squealed after the brake job and now in less then 2 years of ownership the brakes again needed new pads installed and also the rotors needed replacemant. This costs over 350.00. All this in under two years and below 30,000 miles on a new car. Now my ase certified mechanic states that all the wheel bearings need to be replaced still the car had at that point less than 30,000 miles on it. When I presented the car to friendly ford of las vegas nevada, for bearing inspection under warranty, they declined to inspect the bearings and told me to bring my business elsewhere. This is non performance of warranty which covers (supposedly) defects for 3 years or 36000 miles. Friendly ford and their service manager rob refuses to give under warranty service for the defective bearings and the cost of two brake jobs done by certified mechanics at premature wear levels was borne by us the owners. Ford offers poor customer service and refuses to honor a valid warranty.

Filed Jun 19, 2002 · Brakes · OR

Rotors and pads wear excessively. Vehicle has no problem stopping, but squeals when brakes are applied. Vehicle was taken in for front brake problem. Dealer was notified. Please provide more information.

Filed May 15, 2002 · Brakes · NY

Brake calipers on all focus cars are defective which causes premature wear of front disk pads and rotors calipers are sticking.

Filed Apr 19, 2002 · Brakes · PA

Consmer states the front brakes rotor wear out excessively . Nlm

Filed Apr 8, 2002 · Brakes · MD

Premature wear and tear of brake rotors caused brakes to grind. Had brakes/caliper, and rotors replaced twice. Problem still exists. Dealer and ford manufacturer contacted.