All 4 coil springs failed without warning.
2000 Ford Focus suspension complaints
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The right wheel bearing needed to be replaced. The dealer stated the bearing had fell of when the wheel was removed. The left wheel bearing needed to be replaced due to a wobble. In order to stop the wobble, the consumer had the bearing replaced along with a purchase of four new tires. Mr scc
Consumer received poor service from ford motor company, as well as from following local ford dealers morande ford of berlin, ct and ray seraphin ford of vernon ct, and different opinions from ford employees concerning multiple recalls on a-frame/stereo/windshield wiper motor/rear wheel bearings, electrical system, and sudden acceleration/lurching.
Nar 04/07/2003 mr. While driving, the rear tire disconnected from the vehicle due to a failed wheel bearing.. The air condition repeatedly leaked water in the vehicle. The brakes were worn which required new rotors.
The seal on windshield came off and there was a noise in the front end of the vehicle. *ak the engine stalled, and the vehicle experienced a fuel system problem.
The steering wheel had a knocking sound. *jb there was a recall on the battery cable, and the pinch bolt has caused a lot of problems. (the problem still exists) the vehicle will knock when turned to the left. The front axle bearings were damaged along with the seal. The battery cables had a short circuit and the cables still have a corrosion problem. The vehicle stalled while driving, the steering wheel locked, and when the vehicle is turned off, it won't start, you must allow to cool down. The consumer felt that this is a fire hazard/recall #02v288000 scc
Ignition switch will not turn. I noticed in researching the internet that many others had the same failure. I did not see a recall. This is the latest failure of many: brakes, fuel gauge, bad struts. Now at 39000, I am 3000 miles out of warranty.
Spring/strut failure of left front wheel in driveway at slow speed (didn't travel >10 ft..); spring out of strut housing with pointed edge of broken spring on top and ready to puncture tire!; had this occurred during expected trip of this day on interstate highway at high speed would have been major catastrophic or fatal accident!; why did this spring fail at 35,000 miles and vehicle not even 3 years old? Suspect faulty spring metal fatigue; have noticed that similar complaints of same incident "on left side" wheel only; what is going on here, ford? For an otherwise "more than satisfied" experience with this vehicle,in spite of numerous recalls for "small items" that I was not worried about given the "initial 2000 model" status.....I am concerned for my safety that would have been compromised by this apparent spring/strut problem and could cause fatalities; this will serve to document that you have numerous problems with this and need to investigate for possible recall. Why did this spring/strut fatigue and fail at less than 3 years old (35016 miles) ?
The federal safety agency#00-v-303-000 vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The rear wheel hub retaining nuts can loosen and allow the left rear wheel and brake drum assembly to separate from the vehicle. Consumer states dealer replaced three times but recall repair failed.
The dealership refused to honor the recall for the wheel bearing 0 I 0017 000, because the campaigns ended in dec 2002, however the consumer was not notified until feb 2003.
Clicking noise in front left side wheel area.
Passenger side ball joint is broken at 48,000 miles. Appears there is a safety recall, but ford dealership will not replace part without charging me.
The right front axle wheel bearings failed, consumer had them replaced. Received recent recall 01 I 01 7000 on the rear wheel bearings and consumer believed the front bearings were defective as well.
The front sway bars were loose.
Problems with brake equipment. The vehicle has been to the dealer at least 4 times for a crunching sound when driving over bumps.. The brakes squealed when they were applied, the consumer was told they were fixed, however the problem resurfaced.
Nar 04/07/2003 mr. The consumer stated with 20,000 miles on the tires they were already bald. The dealer told the consumer only the rear tires were bald because they had not been rotated. The consumer took the vehicle to another mechanic and had the tires rotated and had new tires put on the front, however 10,000 miles later the rear tires were bald, they were replaced again and less than a year later they were bald again. The consumer learned that the problem with tires was due to a recall with the wheel bearings which was suppose to have been replaced a long time ago.
The vehicle experienced problems with the rear wheel barriers. A recall was issued but the consumers vehicle was not included due to VIN.
While traveling on the interstate there was a sway/shift in the rear end of the vehicle as she was crossing a bridge, which caused a loss of control. *nlm scc
Consumer was informed no parts were available regarding the recall for wheel bearing recall # 01i017000, the manufacturer had not sent any parts.
There was an excessive vibration coming from the rear passenger tires, the dealer was unable to determine cause of vibration or excessive wear on tires.
2000 ford focus zx3
Ignition failed, had to be replaced, tires wear incredibly fast (4 sets of tires at 45000 miles), radio cut out, had to be replaced twice, brakes failed at least three times causing two accidents, dealership said they replaced them, but lied and never did, was forced to spend $500 having them replaced, trunk doesn't close, bad suspension, spun out on an exit ramp
The front wheel bearing failed while driving.
My complaint deals with the 2000 ford focus . I purchased this vehicle in june of 2001 with 100 miles on the odometer. Since then I have had to bring my car back for a few recals. One of the recals was the rear suspension where my car lost control and I veered off the road....luckily noone was hurt. The reason why I am writing this complaint is because I understand that there is a investigation on the focus for various problems. I wanted to add to the investigation by saying that I just spent 340 bucks on my ignition switch because it wouldn't turn which I understand is a common problem and I also had problems with my car stalling in the middle of the thruway. I almost crashed into an eighteen wheeler! I have had the fuel pump replaced and my car still idols very rough and occasionaly stalls out when I am stopped. Ford should be embarrased by this and should take all focus's off the road! I read that there were hundreds of ford focus' with the exact same problem but no recal was issued
The vehicle had a suspension problem, (possibly a loose bolt) which caused the wheel on the passenger side to become out of alignment.
Took vehicle to dealer for suspension defect. Cause is unknown. Please provide any further information. Ph
Driver felt a vibration and heard a loud pop then the vehicle swereved to the right and hit a bridge. After the accident the vehicle was inspected and showed that the lower control arm had broken on the right side.
While driving at 40mph and without warning the front left wheel disconnected from the vehicle. This caused a distraction to the consumer. Dealer notified. Ph
Consumer was exiting a parking garage and placed vehicle in reverse. Without warning, car suddenly accelerated and rear tail spun around 2 times then hit a parked vehicle. Consumer did apply brakes with no success. Ph insurance company informed dealership that there were two recalls that dealt with a defective throttle and speed control which was not performed on the vehicle prior to the accident. Other problems included weezing noise while turning. Power steering racked failed and replaced. Lack of power steering in steering wheel. Rear brake pad replacement. Rear wheel bearing noise. Defective wheel bearings replaced. Tire punctured and replaced. Hesitation on acceleration. Fuel pump and gasket replaced. Tires rotted out. Key stuck in ignition. Replaced malfunctioned shifter assembly. Trunk lid wouldn't latch. Latch replaced.
Consumer stated that during inspection, mechanic determined that wheel bearings were defective. Consumer contacted manufacturer about related recall 00v303000. Mfr advised consumer's v.I.n. Does not fall within manufacturing date range of 3/5/99-5/5/00. Consumer advised that certification label states vehicle was manufactured in 09/99. Ts
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