2001 Ford Focus: complete transmission failure

Filed Mar 4, 2005 · Brakes, Transmission · 69,000 miles · CA

The brakes went out and transmission went out at the same time.

Filed Feb 16, 2005 · Transmission · 46,783 miles · OH

Consumer was shifting gears and transmission failed on its own. Transmission was unable to shift properly, and was unable to move. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer, and mechanic determined that transmission needed to be replaced. *ak the consumer stated that the vehicle would go backwards in reverse after a lot of jerking. After several attempts the vehicle would not go back at all.

Filed Feb 13, 2004 · Engine, Transmission · PA

While driving at an undetermined speed vehicle stalled. Consumer took vehicle to dealer, and mechanic determined that engine and transmission failed.

Filed Jan 27, 2004 · Fuel system, Transmission · 25,000 miles · KY

Consumer received a letter concerning fuel pump filters. *ph on several occasions the transmission failed leaving the consumer stranded. The dealership replaced the part but the transmission failed again. *tt

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine, Steering · ME

I purchased a 2001 ford focus se 4-door sedan in november 2002. The car was a manufacturer buy-back from the original owner and had a small warranty left. At the end of november 2002, I brought the car back to the dealership to have the spark plugs, spark plug wires and a faulty belt replaced. At the end of december 2002, the car was making a strange noise and the engine light was on, so I returned the car to the dealership. A day or so before my appointment with the dealership, I received a recall notice from ford regarding the pinch bolt. Unfortunately, I received that recall notice too late the faulty pinch bolt had already failed and caused so much damage to the rack and pinion that it had to be replaced. I have since replaced the front brakes. I also experienced a faulty valve in the heating system that was allowing water to flow into the car's cabin and soak the carpeting. Getting to the transmission problem, about a week ago, the car refused to accelerate going up a hill and instead the engine revved. No matter what I tried, I could not get the car to accelerate past 30 MPH. Since the car is now long past its small manufacturers warranty, I had an independent mechanic look at the car. He recommended that I flush the transmission and see if that would help the problem. I spent $100 on a transmission flush. That didn't work and the problem continues. I called ford motor company to complain about the car and to ask for a buyback, but my request was refused. I then took my car to wiscasset ford. They diagnosed the problem(s) with the car (at no charge). I need a new transmission. They gave me two options for payment. 1) pay for the new transmission out-of-pocket, estimated cost at $2500 - $3000; 2) buy an extended warranty on the drive train for $500. I am planning on purchasing the extended drive train warranty which will allow wiscasset ford to replace my transmission and will also give me an extra 15k miles for the drive train.

Filed Jul 20, 2003 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 52,441 miles · NC

I am writing to you in regard to a host of problems I am currently experiencing with my 2001 ford focus zx3.these problems include, but are not limited to: (1) gears not shifting properly and signs of locking up during driving -- and brake grinding sounds; (2) continuous "flickering" of headlights and dashboard panel lights; (3) air conditioning and heating systems not functioning properly; (4) large pond of water (during heavy rains) in floor on front passenger side; (5) problems with fuel module and fuel monitor; and (6) transmission failure in progress. transmission failure in progress -- ECM codes erased by dealership -- fuel monitor and bad running condition very evident. he further stated the fluid is burnt very badly, he cannot service the transmission at this point and that this vehicle is going to go downhill from here. In other words, the 2001 focus that I purchased from town & country ford, inc. Only nine months ago is not drivable and it will cost at least $2,000 to replace the transmission. This is clearly a defect. It has to be! I cannot afford to repair this vehicle and make payments on it at the same time.

Filed Mar 13, 2003 · Transmission · CA

I had my car in the shop five times for transmission problems. The fourth time they replaced the transmission. When I got it home the fluid was all over the place. So I took it back the mechanic, and now I have to wait for another transmission.

Filed Mar 7, 2003 · Transmission · 18,181 miles · IN

The transmission failed, before the first oil change was performed.