2001 Ford Focus engine problems

275 complaints (16% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 64,000. 8 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 275
of this car's complaints: 16%
typical mileage: 64,000
crashes: 8
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Engine
73
Engine: gasoline
71
Exhaust system: emission control: gas recirculation valve (EGR valve)
12
Cooling system
11
Exhaust system
4
Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
3
Exhaust system: emission control
3
Engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys
3

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Ford Focus engine problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 2001 Ford Focus engine

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Stalling 321 Won't start 64 Loss of power 63 Check engine light 51 Engine failure 21 Overheating 11 Misfire 7

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Related investigations

Engine stallingOpened April 4, 2002, closed September 9, 2002

The primary concern of this pe is loss of engine power.stalling may occur at low speed or high speed.at the time of occurrence the average vehicle mileage is 30,000 miles.because these vehicles stall and/or hesitate unpredictably, an increased risk is inherent to these vehicles.if a driver expecting this vehicle to perform as designed, is trying to cross an intersection or merge into traffic when the vehicle stalls it places all motorists within the area at risk.a disabled vehicle is vulnerable to collisions not only within the roadway, but also along side the road as it waits for assistance.

PE02040

What 2001 Ford Focus owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 12, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · TN

Keeps shut off n over heating

Filed Jun 15, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 91 miles · NJ

Keeps over heating.

Filed Nov 20, 2019 · Engine · 136,000 miles · VA

2001 ford focus zx3 stalls when driving and almost caused someone to rear end my car. Now wont stay running when idling. Car cuts off at lights or stop signs or when breaking or engaging clutch.

Filed Aug 21, 2018 · Engine · 153,500 miles · FL

Car was driving fine running a few errands. Stopped at a store for about five minutes , when I got back in and started the engine all I heard was a loud clanking noise and the idle was rough. Did a little research about the car and discovered all the complaints about engine failure . So thats what happened to mine . Dropped valve seat.

Filed May 30, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · GA

Was on my way to the va hospital 04/04/2018 started car, it would shake vigorously. Check engine light and oil fuel light keep coming on and off. Had a complete tune up. Going to the va hospital on 4/16/2018 start car, check engine light came on and fuel light came on again. Had inner tire rods replaced. Going to a va appt, on 05/10/2018 start car check engine light cam on, cv valves replaced. 5/30/2018 on my way again to the va hospital, start car check engine light came on again. Please advise, since it very difficult to miss and reschedule appts at the va hospital. Thank you.

Filed Jan 22, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 147,725 miles · FL

This car has electrical issues,the dash and tag lights flicker,the car has been turning off while I'm driving with my son in the car over 3 times now,on the highway and on main street,its so scary I've had panic attacks and got a stress rash on my face. Im so scared that I can't drive it,I've had the fuel pump replaced,spark plugs,motor filter.I just try to keep getting it repaired costing me my bills money being a single parent. I'm overwhelmed and don't know what to do.

Filed Sep 5, 2017 · Engine · 139,000 miles · CA

My car is 2001. I started to have problems when turning on. I thiught it was starter. But mines thats still good. I thought alternator or bttery but they are new. So they checked with camera and valve pistns not working. I looked up reviews about car make and year. Many comments read valve bent. Pistons gone bad. Now im another owner with same problem. This car in reviews is considered a lemon. Good thing it didnt want to turn on when it was parked already at home. I read others occurred in motion.

Filed Mar 29, 2017 · Engine · 107,333 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. While driving 40 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and the vehicle restarted normally after some time. The failure recurred several other times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,333.

Filed Mar 16, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 25 miles · WA

No dash light tail lights or markrr lights

Filed Apr 12, 2016 · Engine · 105,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the timing belt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000.

Questions about the 2001 Ford Focus engine

Does the 2001 Ford Focus have engine problems?

Owners have filed 275 complaints about the engine of the 2001 Ford Focus, 16% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2001 Ford Focus engine problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 64,000 miles.

Is there a recall for the 2001 Ford Focus engine?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.