There was noise in the front and cargo area of the vehicle, the trunk did not close easily, the doors and the brakes squeaked. Scc
2000 Ford Focus fuel system complaints
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On september 3, 2002, as consumer was leaving work, he smelled gasoline and the car hesitated when he accelerated. Consumer pulled into a gas station to get gas since the gas gauge reading was between 3/8 and 1/4 full. Consumer looked under the car and saw some gas leaking from the car. Consumer thought maybe the gas and the smell was the result of some sort of pressure buildup causing an overflow.) however, after having the car filled up, he then started the car and went to pull away. Consumer couldnot even pull away from the pump, when he stepped on the gas pedal, gasoline would pour out under the car from the gas tank. Consumer had the car towed to pacifico marple ford (broomall, pa). They determined that the leak probably was due to the tube assembly becoming disconnected from the fuel pump. (that diagnonsis was later confirmed.) a new tube assembly was installed and the car seems to be running just fine, consumer is seeking reimbursement.
Ignition tumbler breaks and steering wheel locks up. Can not start car. Happened around 29,000 miles first time and 60,000 miles the next time. I also have a problem with the car stalling. Going around corners and up hills it is like the car has run out of gas. You then slow down and it will return to normal. Also happens on the on and off ramps of highways. Very dangerous.
While driving and no warning fuel tank cracked, causing fluid to leak onto exhaust pipe. Dealer notified.
Car stalls when gas tank guage reads slightly over 1/4 tank mark. Expecially on hard right hand turns. Dealer said it was fuel pump in gas tank.....occurred at 36000 miles +/-. Also occurs on straight of ways. I didn't get extended warranty....surely they can make a better fuel pump. I may have to pay to have this fixed, but I have heard that focus has had a recall because of stalling engines......I haven't gotten a notice.
Owner noticed a puddle underneath vehicle after parking for several hours. Gas tank was leaking. Fuel had leaked all over the exhaust pipe, and other areas underneath. *ak the vehicle stalled while driving on the highway three times. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and replaced fuel injection system ,the entire gas tank and fuel delivery system but the problem still occurred.
Fuel pump has been going bad. Bad design.
When I get close to 1/4 of a tank of gasoline, my car begins to die or sputter. It has died several times and wont restart. The other day I was coming off an exit ramp from the highway and it died coming around the sharp turn. I was almost hit by several cars while trying to get the car started long enough to move it off the ramp. After about 20 or so times of turning the ignition and gunning the pedal, I got it moved into a safe area off the highway. It took about 45 minutes and a lot of conk outs to get it moved. I was stranded and very angry. I was even more angry when I got home and did a little research to find that this same complaint has been made to ford/the federal safety agency and never reported to the public. I have had 6 recalls this year on this [xxx] car and I am very concerned for my safety now. I got the car because of its great ratings for safety- now I am afraid everytime I put my son in the car of it blowing up on me. I want to get rid of it but I cant because I owe more on the loan then I can get for trade in (my guess is the value of the car has totally fallen because of all these recalls). I am so angry with ford and I am afraid for my safety while driving this car. Please do something about this! Thank you. Oh and the gas gauge never reads correctly. I have to count my miles to make sure I am okay on gas between fill ups. The gauge will just drop to below e and the light comes on for no reason. Then after a bit of driving it will go back to normal. Very odd.*ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
1. July 26,2000 was the first incident when the fuel gauge light came on and even though the tank was full, the gauge registered empty. Dealer replaced sender and pump assembly. 2. Oct.11,2000 fuel gauge light came on, and the gauge registered the tank as empty even though it was full. Dealer replaced the sender and pump assembly. 3. Feb. 6, 2002, engine check light came on, returned to the dealer who replaced fuel filler cap. 4. Aug. 19, 2002, service engine light came on, returned to dealer who replaced the gasket-fuel tank sender.
After negotiating a cloveleaf onramp, the engine runs out of fuel and stalls. This happens all the time and is dangerous as we have many 18-wheelers in our area barreling down on your vehicle as it loses power.
This fuel pump had previously been replaced on 10/18/2001 and 21127 miles due to component failure. The present failure (apparetnly the pump broke at the connection point for the filter/line) resulting in a large quantity of fuel being pumped out onto a sheet metal shield in close proximity to the exhaust system as well as onto the pavement around the vehicle. Everything was present needed for a tragedy; fuel and ignition. The car was parked adjacent to a restaurant and several other vehicles and presented, in my estimation, a serious safety risk. The dealer took a cavalier attitude to the failure and merely attempted to get ford to pay for the repairs. I believe the gas tank, pump and filter should be scrutinized on this model of car. If a replacement pump failed on my car, it certainly could fail on others.
While driving vehicle stalls out without warning due to a bad fuel pump. Contacted dealer.
Engine stalls when car in extended turns (such as freeway on ramp). Problem first notice when fuel indication at just under 1/4 tank. Problem occurring at over 1/4 tank now.
Vehicle stalls at any speed, consumer replaced fuel pump. *ak consumer stated stalling occured 4 to 5 times withn a 3 week period.
Car has stalled multiple times at speed took it to the local ford dealership and they couldn't find any problems. Last time it stalled my husband replaced the fuel filter and fixed the problem for 2 days and it acts like it is going to happen again.
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Fuel filler hose has cracked, and cause fuel to leak out while driving. Dealer notified.
While in motion vehicle began to lose speed. The problem was intemittent for approx. 2-3 weeks. The speed would drop as soon as the engine would get hot. The dealer replaced the fuel pump under secret warranty and consumer paid for maintenance.
While driving at 75 MPH on i5 with a full tank, gas pipe line underneath of vehicle broke and I was spilling gas on all vehicles behind me. Another motorist signaled to me and I pulled over to find that gas tank was almost empty. Temperature on that day was 115f. I was not aware of the problem. I was not able to smell the gasoline. I am a smoker but was not smoking at the time and was about to light a cigarette with my flame lighter. The patrol officer made me open the trunk and the smell took us aback. He instructed me to turn off flashing lights and roll down windows which I couldn't do as I did not want to turn on the motor again. Car was towed to athens auto repair in redding. The gas pump had been replaced recently because the needle to register if pump was full or empty had already failed at 70.000 miles. I drive 1,000 miles a week since I work every day in oroville (200 miles round trip).
In highway traffic vehicle shutsdown unexpectedly. Dealer has replaced fuel pump, and computer board. Problem keeps reoccurring. Please provide any further information.
Vehicle constantly stalls. Sometimes she cannot take key out of ignition. Then, sometimes cannot put key in ignition. Also, fuel pump has been changed twice. When accelerating vehicle begins to vibrate.
Fuel pump is not functioning properly. While driving vehicle will stall. Very unsafe while travelling on roads because vehicle loses some control.*ak ford refuses to assist with the cost or warn other drivers of this very unsafe condition. This fuel pump is problematic.
Pe 02-040/engine stalling: vehicle stalls while driving, vehicle taken to dealer, and they replaced a fuel injector, but problem reoccurred. Feel free to provide any further information.
Vehicle would not start. Vehicle towed to dealer, and they informed consumer that fuel pump inside the fuel tank needed to be replaced. Feel free to provide any further information.
Vehicle has stalled numerous times at speeds of up to 65 MPH. Dealer has replaced fuel pump three times, did not remedy the problem.
Since purchased. On four separate occasions my car has stopped while driving. Here is a brief rundown of additional physical problems Ive had with the car, which include but are not limited to:3 months: the emergency brake went out. The brakes had to be replaced (2 times). The gas gauge stuck on empty (twice). I felt a constant pulsating on the clutch. The dealer told me that all new cars have that for up to 3 months while they get used to new chemicals running through their system. Nearly 2 years later, the pulsating is still there. The car exploded. I parked my car on a hill, with the emergency brake up. Then I heard some clicking and a large boom. I turned around to see sparks and smoke pouring out of my hood, a horrible smell engulfed the neighborhood, and my car (with the emergency brake up) was rolling down a hill towards an intersection. The oil pressure united had to be replaced. There was a problem with the clutch. The car trunk would not open. 6 months: the brakes had to be replaced again. They still squeaked excessively. They still sounded like they were scrapping. I took it back in to a dealership and they told me the 2000 ford focus had a brake problem and there was nothing that could be done about it. Even after replaced, the brakes would take much pressure before coming to a stop and would squeak. The trunk would sometimes not shut. The emergency brake would not always work. The front tire kept going flat. Ford said it was my driving. I paid to have it replaced and the new tire kept going flat. They said the new tire was defective and replaced it and the stem. W/in the first 2 years: on at least 11 occasions the car would not start until turned over a couple of times. The car has low pick up. The check engine light was stuck on. Engine light was stuck on. The gas tank needed a new part. The stick will not always go into reverse. When the heat is on for over 15 or so minutes a heavy burning smell in car. Bearings/shock problem.
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When the gas tank is under 1/4 full, the car stalls consistently in hard right turns e.g. Jughandles and entrance ramps. This is extremely dangerous, since these turns are often onto high speed highways and interstates. Reported this problem to the dealer, who now wants to force me to buy a new fuel pump on recommendation from ford. I have informed the dealer of the ntsa investigation into clogged fuel lines being the real problem. Please make this a recall asap to save me $400!
Gas mileage is poor on this size veh--motor kicks into neutral while driving at higher speeds. Dealer keeps telling me there is no problem/cannot duplicate, 4 incidents, this is very freighting. Especially in heavy traffic & cannot get off the road fast. Brakes wear between 16000 and 18000 miles with normal driving. The motor belt had to be replaced at 22000 miles. This never happened so soon with any vehicle I have ever owned. Repairs and services are very expensive, many safety recalls and product warnings that take time to repair. The dealer has a problem making sure the parts are available when I make an appointment. The wheel bearings have been replaced several times and sound like they may be going bad again! I do not feel safe in this vehicle. What if something fails while myself or my family are in this vehicle. This vehicle has depreciated at such a drastic rate, that I would be wise to trade it for another vehicle. I feel it is in direct relation to all the safety issues with this vehicle. *ph **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis**763169
The car has stalled during regular driving 2 times now. First time was about 1 month ago. That time, it started about 30 minutes later. Today, it stalled again during regular driving. The car will not start again this time.
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