2000 Ford Focus visibility problems

Filed Jul 9, 2012 · Visibility · 128,600 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. The contact stated that the rear windows could not be closed. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic and the failure was located at the window actuator. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and denied assistance with the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 128,600 and the current mileage was 128,900.

Filed Aug 19, 2010 · Engine, Visibility · 93,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. The contact stated that the vehicle would intermittently stall when attempting a turn at any speed, in either direction. The failure would occur most often when attempting left turns. Once the contact was able to restart the vehicle it would operate as normal. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where he was informed that the crank shaft was shifting back and forth, causing the crank shaft position sensor to fail. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the power windows were inoperable except for the front driver window. The failure mileage was 93,000 and the current mileage was 117,000.

Filed Oct 3, 2009 · Visibility · 118,764 miles · OR

Ford focus electric window motor replacement because of plastic parts. Must replace the motor to get the plastic window parts. This has happen to 3 out of four windows and the price to replace is $200 - $300 each window. This is a common problem with all focus owners all over the nation.

Filed Jul 15, 2008 · Visibility · 34,000 miles · NV

Driving along, rolled down driver side rear window for fresh air, window fell out of track, approx 1 month later same thing happened to passenger rear window same thing.

Filed Jul 8, 2008 · Visibility · 72,000 miles · WI

After two days of rain my passenger side of my 2000 ford focus filled up with water. Then when I went to turn on the air conditioning water came pouring out of the floor vents. I always hesitate to take it into a dealership so I used the internet to search for similar complaints. After looking around I found around 25 complaints just on one website http://www.carsurvey.org/viewmorecomments_review_8122_2.html . On this site many people referred to the pollen filter where there was not a tight seal or some type of defective part that would cause water to enter into the vent system of the car then fill the passenger side of the interior. This sounds like a huge problem and I would appreciate it if you would look into it.

Filed Jun 2, 2008 · Visibility · 107,000 miles · UT

I have a 2000 ford focus as does my ex both having the same year make and model of the ford focus! The problem in which we both have encountered is that 3 out of the 4 windows in our cars no longer work the windows at first would make a popping sound on some others just broke suddenly. Now when I say broke the motors to all the windows still work but the plastic clip that holds the window on the tracks. I recently took my car to have safety and admissions done and was not able to pass safety do to the fact that my drivers side window does not role down. What I have been forced to do is all three of the windows not working are either held up by tape or a door stop from the inside. Do to my windows having to be held in the manner they are I am constantly worried about my car being an easy target for a break in thus I don't have the comfort level I feel I should with my own vehicle. I haven't been able to fix the windows yet due to the high cost of nearly $200 per window. As I see it this would have to be a factory default seeing if it had only happened to one window maybe a fluke but three of my four also three of the four on my ex's vehicle too!!!

Filed Nov 1, 2007 · Acceleration, Brakes · 12,500 miles · FL

On 10/23/07 I inserted key into ignition of my ford focus and immediatley the lights and gauges went haywire-vehicle failed to start. To make a long story short ,after unpluging the battery cables and going back to the stranded car the next evening, it started . 2 days later my wipers came on by themselves and would not stop until I turned the car off and restarted. On 10/31/07 while driving my daughter home, the vehicle began accelerating and deccelertaing uncontrollably. I pulled of the highway and when I opened the drivers door, the seatbelt light began blinking and making a loud ticking noise. This had happened the night prior, but I thought maybe the button was depressed. My dome lights make a screeching noise and blink on and off. This is a serious problem that needs to be looked into. Whenever something like this happens I am driving home late at night and of course the dealer is not open to help me . My car is almost paid off and I will not invest more than what it is worth, which is only about $2,500.too bad I have paid about $18,000 for it. I would also like to know why I have not received recalls for the following problems: 1. 1st month after purchase, electrical system running airbags, mirrors, doors etc. Failed. 2. 37,000 miles- transmission failed 3. 42,000 miles- power door locks failed and soon after passenger doors stuck in the lock position. 4. All window tracks have failed. 5. Wheel bearings replaced. 6. Trunk latch failed 7. Ignition failed and was replaced and is going again. 8. Brought in for 1 recall (fuel filter) and still didn't correct problem with vibration and lurching. This is a vehicle that exceeds highway saftey ratings? Something will be done about this if I must hire an attorney- I am out a lot of money and no vehicle.

Filed Apr 10, 2007 · Fuel system, Visibility · PA

There have been several problems regarding 2000 ford focus concerning gas mileage deterioration. All cars lost some form of mpg estimates over years of use, but the focus had terrible deterioration. . I have spoken to many owners of 2000 ford focus' that have experienced the same problem. Estimated mpg had been from 15 to 22, with mine fluctuated from 10 to 20. No mechanical problems could be found through normal means. There was no explanation regarding the loss of good gas mileage, with the exception of a problem with the programming of the brain box. Also, this car suddenly developed cracks in the windshield - they weren't cracks that were formed from the outside surface or the inside surface. They actually formed in the glass, between the layers. They cannot be felt on the outside or the inside of the glass.

Filed Dec 11, 2006 · Visibility · 42,000 miles · MD

Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to engage the power window control, the front driver side power window failed to open without warning. After initial inspection by the contact, the left rear passenger side power window failed to operate as well. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer, who determined the power windows were worn, and failed due to normal wear and tear. The manufacturer was not alerted.

Filed Oct 5, 2006 · Visibility · OH

My husband went to the store with daughter on a rainy day. The passenger side window came crashing down. In trying to fix the problem. We found that the 2 brackets that hold the window up has 2 plastic arms which had broken. I have contacted ford about the issue and has said that at this point there is no recall. So they are going to do anything about it. I believe that a broken window in the snow belt is a safety issue. So I'm bringing this issue to you. Thank you r.battles.