Ford focus 2001, excessive rocking of the engine, replaced motor mount. *bf when the consumer went to the dealer the third time, new bushings were put on the front of the vehicle. When the consumer applied the brake at a very low speed, the wheel vibrated and the body of the vehicle appeared to stop at a slightly slower speed than the wheel and there was a jerking a reaction. The mechanic believed there was a problem with the rear center motor mount and the lack of an a frame brace, which was causing the problems with the wheels.
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2001 ford focus displaying problems with transmission due to several leaks, cruise control, and trunk of vehicle. *mr water leaked onto the floorboard of the trunk which was only adjusted(problem repeated), the cruise control worked intermittently(new switch was ordered, the drivers side window squeaked and was fixed, the transmission leaked and was replaced but the service dealer was unable to determine the cause, water leaked in the front passenger side (problem repeated) then the r & l cowl grid was replaced to remedy the problem but didn't, coolant leaked from the upper radiator and the hose clamp was replaced, the trunk did not shut properly and the latch was replaced but did not fix the problem, the vehicle was taken in due to the parts being recalled, the real wheel bearings were replaced, the second recalled part was the pinch bolt torque and battery cable routing which was replaced, and the mechanics found that the brakes had worn out in the front and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken in for warranty repairs on 10 separate occasions and six attempt for the leaks, the problem in the front of the vehicle persisted. In addition, the entire transmission had to be replaced because of several leaks, several circuit and switches have broken down on the cruise control. The consumer was also concerned with the gas mileage which had consistently fallen and did not act as the promoted dealers sticker. The consumer requested a full refund for the purchase price. *scc
Excessive dust and dirt entering car. Believed to be coming in through the rear doors. Have had the car at the dealership 5 or more times for repairs for the excessive dust problem. Dealership has failed to fix the problem... Car is now just above miles for warranty coverage and ford will not respond to phone calls. There is a serious defect in the structure causing inside of rear doors to be covered in dust and as driving car dust leaks into car creating a circulating cloud of dust floating inside the car. Daughter has allergies and causing major problem. Hard to even breath while driving car down 1 mile of gravel road. Dealership says they have done all they can and ford is refusing to even look at the problem being that the car is now out of warranty. Problem first begain shortly after purchase. Dust continued to worsen so reported to dealership may 2002. Dealership has worked on vehicle 5 times since may 2002. Dust continues to worsen. Ford refusing to help. Cannot keep anything in car or will be layered in dust. Rear doors becoming impossible to open unless oiled at least once a week... Must clean car (dust interior) at least once a week if not more often due to so much dust layering inside of doors, seats are full of dust.
The left side bumper plastic rattled and the tail pipe hit the bumper which made a rattle noise. The dealer placed a rubber spacer between the bumper and the body, the bumper was now lower and hitting the tail pipe even more because of the rubber spacer, which was falling out. The screws which held the bumper and body together were visibile. Finally the consumer was told it was the design of the vehicle and the problem could not be corrected. *scc
Outside handle on driver's side fell off without prior warning. When she went to open the door for access.
Front passenger floor fills with water when it rains.
The driver side front tire had blown out. The passenger side tire was found worn on the inside along with an exposed wire. (these two tires were not of the same manufacturer) other problem were as followed: the button on the cassette player had broken, the adjuster button for the side view mirror on the passenger side had popped off, while driving the over drive light flashed and the vehicle jumped in/out of over drive (transmission problem-per mechanic), the battery light came on, there were no fuses in the wires under the passenger seat, trunk lock popped off, A/C button light on the dash came on when the heat was on, the brakes squealed(since purchase), there was a blind spot on the passenger side mirror, and when the headlights were on, the driver was unable to see other vehicle's due to the seats being too high. Mr scc
The engine missed usually mildly, but sometimes violently as to shake vehicle and sometimes stall, also the vehicle experienced a raw gas smell, suspension, brake,transmission and tire problems.*ak. Consumer also noted the rear hatch popped open by itself.
Tired of having to bring car in for repeat break downs. Dt
Bought the car from karlson motors in ketchikan ak where we reside at. On june 7, 2002 needed to take the car to the dealership for a water leak on the front floorboard on the passenger side. On july 8, 2002 had to take the car back to the dealership for another water leak in the trunk. On augus 9, 2002 had to take the car back to the dealership for another water leak on the front floorboard on the passenger side. On august 22, 2002 called the dealership for yet another water leak on the front floorboard on the passenger side. However the service department was not able to get the car into the repair shop until august 27, 2002. We have had rain now for 5 consective days. The water is thick and smells really bad inside the car. Now I want to know what is the water damage to my carpet and under the carpet. I have requested for a different vehicle preferbly one that doesnt leak water. I live in ketchikan ak where it is a rain forest. It rains over 200 inches a year. I also have asthma and allergies, mold and mildew are not kind to my body. I needed to do a breathing treatment to assit with my asthma so that I can breathe more easliy. I have called and talked to the dealership and they said there is nothing that they can do except keep fixing my car. I called the headquarters of ford and that was the same comment. I dont feel that they are treating this properly. The car was close to $16,000. I dont feel that I should have to keep taking it to the dealership to keep getting it fixed. For the price of the car it shouldnt have any problems in the first place. I feel that I have bought a lemon and no one in the ford company wants to listen. I am hoping that this goes in the correct hands and something can be done about this.
Consumer states that brake pads and rotors were replaced, while braking at high speeds, the steering wheel will shudder.
At no particular speed, vehicle jerks hard and stalls. Consumer had vehicle checked and repaired by dealer with no resolution.*akthe dealer is having consumer to monitor the vehicle when it starts failing, by pushing a button. This is supposed to pinpoint where the problem is occuring. The vehicle was downshifting while in motion, the sending unit was replaced. Also the jerking and stalling were caused by an erratic fuel pump driver module. This module has also been replaced. The ignition lock was replaced, there was a clunking noise present in the door assembly which was repaired, the wheel was out of alignment so dealer adjusted the upper ball joint, and the sun visor was broken which was also replaced.
When putting key in ignition key won't turn, and sometimes it will afterwards jiggle around. Took to dealer, and tumblers replaced. Also, tailgates are too high. Consumer has injured shoulders opening and closing the tailgates.
Power door locks failed to open after the vehicle was turned off. Consumer and child were stuck inside vehicle for at least two minutes trying to manually unlock the doors. Horn started beeping/ headlights and hazrards lights wouldn't go out, and trunk wouldn't open. An electrical burning smell was entering vehicle. Two days prior door key code would take 3-5 tries to unlock the door. Dealer was aware and inspected vehicle. Please provide more information.
Consumer states that there is water leaking from under the dashboard that will flow into the vehicle and get the interior wet and produces mildew. This is the second vehicle that this has happened to the first vehicle was a ford focus 2000 coop. Dealer unable to fix problem. Nlm
After washing the car noticed water in the floor board 2 to 3 inches deep, on the passenger side. It came through the firewall. Start home an half an hour later, made a sudden stop and the car went out of control very sparodic and would not stop. Vehicle crossed five lanes of traffic hit the divider concrete wall and bounced off, crossed three lanes spun around crossed the same three lanes and came to a stop on the left shoulder, the computer is located in the fire wall where the water leaked detected.
Power door locks have activated incorrectly. While outside the car scraping the windshield, car running, the power door locks went into the locked position, preventing me from getting into the vehicle.
Automatic door locks cannot be disabled. As soon as shifted to either reverse or drive , locks engaged. Consumer and his wife are diabetic, and worry if they pass out during an accident, they would be locked inside vehicle.
There is no way to secure the hatch when transporting long items & thus exhaust fumes are sucked back into the passenger compartment. The manufacturer does not recommend drilling a hole for the hook on a bungee chord to hold the hatch down & reduce fumes entering the passenger compartment. The manufacturer indicated the drilling of a hole for a hook may invalidate the warranty. This, I feel, is a health & safety concern since it is common for me to see hatch vehicle transporting common household items, like 2 x 4's from the local home center & other items as well. The hatch remains completewly open.
Intolerable wind noise beginning at approximately 45 MPH (windows are closed).
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