The ignition lock seized. Consumer put the key into the ignition but it would not turn over. The floor shifts was still in park. Consumer had the vehicle towed home because of this defect. *ak *bf
2000 Ford Focus electrical complaints
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There was no prior problems with the key and the ignition , then on 5/4/05 the key went into the ignition and would not turn or start the car , I tried my second key and that also would not turn . I had to have the car towed to local dealer , total cost for repair and tow was a wooping $350.00 .the dealer did not seem surprised that my ford focus had this defect , the tow driver said it is common to have this problem with focus and I spoke to a few local locksmiths and they also say it is common for focus . I see on the internet that hundreds of people also endured this high expense for the same repair . It does not seem fair that there is a defect and ford does not have a recall for this issue , plese help all us owners and push for a recall .. Thank you
Ford focus 2000 ignition problems. First, the key would not insert fully into the ignition and would get stuck preventing it to turn. When the mechanic shook the key around a bit it would loosen up and would then insert fully allowing the car to be started. That was only a temporary solution. The second problem was when the key would insert fully but would not turn the ignition. After hearing that two of my friends who own ford focus' from the same year had the same exact problem, I began to research. I have found that this is not an isolated incident, or normal "wear and tear." this seems to be a widespread problem within vehicles of this year, make and model. I feel that it is unfair that the consumer must pay for a problem that existed when the car was on the showroom floor. Having an ignition replaced is not cheap considering the labor and part charges combined.
Replaced the ignition swith twice key gets stuck and some cases steering locks.
When key is put in ignition the key will not turn to allow the vehicle to start. Also once the key is in it will not come out.
Had ignition lock up. Vehicle had to be towed. Found out on internet a lot of people having the same trouble.
On two separate occasions the ignition switch would not turn, to allow the consumer to start the vehicle. Jb
Defective ignition switch cylinder, failed cylinders resulted from a sub standard manufactured cylinder which rapidly deteriorates with use and eventually fractures and jams. Ford is well aware that these fragile cylinders are made of sub standard materials and are breaking and jamming at an alarming rate.
My wife was driving the car and stopped to get a drink. When she got back into the car, the key would not go into the ignition. After I looked at it, the key went in a bit further, but was not enough to turn the ignition. The key still will not go in all the way or turn.
Have a 2000 ford, focus se. Occasionally the cars ignition will lock up. Sometimes the ignition will turn and gauges, radio will work, but car will not start. It will not make any sounds, just does not start. Having difficulty even turning ignition switch. Been in shop several times, but dealer could not find any problems until 04-19-05 when the ignition tumbler needed to be replaced. Never have seen this before on a 4-5 year old car. Not covered under any warranty. This failure very often has left me and my 3 year old sitting in the car in extreme temperatures unable to start vehicle. Currently, I am stuck with a $250 bill, that the ford mechanic stated probably had nothing e to do with the vehicle not starting!!!
Frozen ignition lock, tumblers fall into lock space and prevent key from entering.
When starting the vehicle steering wheel would not unlock with the ignition key. Vehicle was towed. Dealership was notified. Consumer had the steering wheel lock repaired.
Ignition cylinder locked up. The keys won't turn in the ignition cylinder. Had to call the locksmith as per locksmith ,its a known issue with ford focus 2000/2001 models. Ignition cylinder replaced to fix the problem. Check this for similar issues: http://www.automotivetalk.net/showmessages.php?id=1275
The ignition lock is hard to turn and hard to remove the key. You have to jiggle the key to get it to work. It has nearly left me stranded several times. I was quoted a price to fix it at $300. I have yet to fix it due to financal difficulties.
Fatality vehicle fire, dec. 8 2004. My husband is the original owner of a 2000 ford focus, subject to numerous service visits to bill brown ford, livonia mi for: ignition, steering column, wheel bearing, brake, rear window control, seat belt &trunk latches, overhead light and engine light. The vacuum line & fuel pump & valve assembly were replaced 2/03, followed by stalling. In 6/03, A/C compressor & manifold line replaced. Fuel line & pump failure in 8/03, resulted in gasoline spill on residential street minutes after parking. Bogging followed repairs, PCM reprogrammed & leaking pvc tube replaced 1/04. Fuel pump again replaced. In 8/04, our 24 year old son took ownership of this problematic car. We are uncertain as to whether vehicle malfunction caused a 35 MPH collision with a fire hydrant. An immediate engine explosion and fuel fed fire trapped my son and his passenger. Described by police as a relatively minor crash which would not be expected to claim lives, the subsequent unexplained engine fire claimed two young lives. A malfunctioning driver's airbag was also detected. This incident was originally reported to the federal safety agency by my husband (#10104088). I am supplying these additional facts for your clarification. Please correct your posting of "0" injuries as there were 2 fatalities. Please take effective action to save lives, as these trouble plagued vehicles seem to become more lethal as they age. Confirmation of receipt of this information is requested. *nm *sc
When key is inserted in the ignition the key won't turn. Consumer took vehicle to dealer numerous times, and dealer fixed it, but problem recurred.
Consumer is unable to remove key from ignition without excessive force being used, regardless of length of time vehicle is driven . Dealership removed the ignition chamber, inspected it, but found no problem. Also, they have lubricated it. The problem recurred.
Key won't full slide into the ignition lock cynlider. As a result can't start the car. It apears, one or more tumblers have fallen out of place. Auto has approximately 62,000 miles. When I had a lock smith look at the lock, I was informed that is was a fair common problem with the 2000-2002 ford focus model.
2000 ford focus - key will not go into ignition and start car
Ignition cylinder seized and needed to be replaced, car has 78,000 miles and I feel that this is a poor design. Cost of repairs was $185.00 and I had to replace the ignition key as well. I have old part for inspection if needed.
'recall campaign' ford focus 2000, has had 6 recalls. *bf the tumbler in the ignition failed.
The ignition on my 2000 ford focus is locking up to the point where I cannot turn my key. The car has 47,000 miles on it. I was stranded for 20 mins the other night trying to get the key to turn. Spend up to 1 to 2 minutes now each time I get in my car reinserting the key until it finally turns. I have also tried my spare key, which is brand new, with same results. From what I have read, this is a common problem, and probably only a matter of time until I have to replace the ignition switch.
Vehicle was unable to start when the consumer put the key into the ignition switch. Consumer was concerned because this could be dangerous if there was an emergency , and vehicle was unable to start.
Ignition in 2000 ford focus has failed. We started to experience problems with turn the key--we often experienced problems with turning the key to on position. The problem has now progressed and we are unable to even turn the car on at all. We are told that the ignition will have to be replaced. We contacted the local ford dealership and we were told by their service department that they have seen this problem occuring more and more, and they have already had several cars of this make and model come in with this problem. We were also told that it will cost almost $400.00 to replace this part. I've researched this problem, and it seems there are people from all over the us who are having this issue. I contact ford customer service directly and they were of no assistance.
I went shopping at wal-mart and when I came out, my ignition was locked up. I was unable to do anything and called the ford dealership to tow it in and fix it. I was charged for all parts, labor, and tow bill. When I reasearched this online, I found several others had the same problem and based on their experiences this happens over and over. Ford would accept no responsibility and would not look into a recall. My car is a 2000 ford focus. Incidinte date is a guess.
Ignition switch failure 3 times at mileages 41097, 60405, 75504. Vehicle had to be towed each time. Ignition switch was drilled out and replaced each time. Ignition switch bound up and would not turn with key inserted.
Ford focus ignition locks fail at very high rates. Our's failed for the third time this week, stranding us and requiring a tow. Our ford dealer again charged us more than $300.*ak the web is full of reports of these failures. Search google: ford focus ignition lock
Ignition lock has failed for the second time, this time at approximately 65000 miles. I am without a car, and my wife is 36 weeks pregnant.
Ignition key switch will sometimes fail to turn after the key is inserted. I have contacted the dealership and was informed that this is a problem with the focus. The service manager informed me that the problem will get progressively worse and that that he has had many people have to have their vehicle towed because of this. He also said that ford is aware of the issue but is not repairing them and that it is a $250 repair. He stated it could happen when the car is running and the key will not come out, or could cause the ignition not to work at all. I've owned many cars. I've never had the igition key cylinder "wear out".
1/25/04 parked at meter in stamford ct, key wouldn't come out of ignition. Got it out, then wouldn't go back in. 20 minutes of sweating/swearing, got key back in. Had to leave it in the ignition (dangerous) until 2/12/04. Car to dillon ford, who replaced key cylinder for $210. Mileage 76,489. I saved broken ignition switch, if you want it. Replacement was a ford motorcraftco. Ignition switch sw-5997 xs4z-11582-aa. January 2005 broke again! Broadway auto replaced key ignition lock cylinder again for $250.00. Mileage 96,000. They gave me a copy of "ignition switch lock cylinder: all technical service bulletins, interior- ignition lock cylinder hard to turn. Posted 09/16/02. Article no. 02-18-2 2000 ford focus l4-121 2.0l sohc VIN p sfi copyright 2004 alldata 8.30 "use lock cylinder repair kit (xs4z-11582-aa)" this is the same cylinder that broke in my first replacement. I saved broken cylinder. Both cylinders have the code s 38 kb on barrel. Ford's aware of the problem, I.e., technical bulletin. Ford's using the same inferior part to replace the defective key cylinder, making over $200 each time. Nhts complaint site has 291 complaints electrical system: ignition switch; 277 complaints electrical system,ignition; 4 complaints electrical system anti-theft controller; 2 complaints electrical system: starter assemby. Numerous complaints "automotive talk.net" 114 complaints topic: 2000 ford focus ignition lock cylinder. This is dangerous, highly proiftable for ford motor company. Ford should reimburse for the over $500 spent so far on this problem.
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