My 2002 ford focus se wagon has had innumerable problems. Firstly..melting battery cables due to poor and faulty wiring that could have caused an explosion of the battery had I not had to pay to get it fixed along with purchase of two new batteries thanks to the melting battery cables causing a short in the system. It subsequently killed the alternator which had to be replaced. It also subsequently killed the thermostat and the solenoid switch which caused overheating and dying problems with the car while driving. Most recently the passenger side wheel bearing went out and was causing driving problems unable to control car. Now more recently, it had to have a faulty tie rod placed which nearly caused me to have an accident. And as of last friday, its back in the shop again this time for engine stalling at 65 miles per hour which nearly caused yet another accident because I was passing another car and mine suddenly began vibrating so bad and then lost power and I had to struggle my way to the median. This car is dangerous and ford refuses to do nothing about it. I have paid out nearly 2000.00 on all these problems which were similar to issues already recalled and yes I am mad. I have called ford and complained but to no avail.
2002 Ford Focus electrical complaints
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The first week of me purchasing my car at garnet ford in chaddsford, pa, I noticed I was having problems with my car not starting. This has only continued to happen more. Also, my car seems to want to stall at times upon slowing down or when I'm stopped. The car will start riding rough and shaking indicating the car is going to stall. I brought this to the dealers attention on many occasions and they told me that because the problem was intermittent and they could not re-create the problem there was nothing they could do to correct it. These are problems that started during the first week of me owning the car. The car was given to me this way and garnet ford is saying the problem is with my iac and throttle body sticking but those two things are age related problems and I advised them that this problem has been happening since day one. They have refused to look into this problem further and they are not taking responsibility for what is happening to my car. I'm very upset with garnet ford for giving me a car with these problems and I expect them to look into what is causing the problem and fix it on their dime not mine. If this does not happen, I will seek other ways at getting their attention.
I am having problems with my car not starting on occasion. Also, the car seems to want to stall at times upon slowing down or when I'm stopped.
I am having problems with my car not starting on occasion. Also, the car seems to want to stall at times upon slowing down or when I'm stopped.
Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, it was unresponsive. The vehicle was towed to the dealership, where they determined a connector in the ignition needed to be replaced.
2002 ford focus sedan manual transmission with 80,000 miles. With no warning the engine acts as if it is going to stall, vehicle hesitates, jerks and sputters. This literally causes the vehicle to jolt forwards and backwards and shakes the passengers inside the vehicle. This is a very scary event, especially at 70+ MPH speed or when in traffic. Highly concerned that the vehicle is going to simple shut off while on interstate 95 which could be deadly. The ford dealer where the vehicle was purchased and maintained has run a diagnostic test that showed no abnormalities. The following week the key would not turn and the vehicle had to be towed with ignition/steering repairs. The vehicle was re-examined while again in the shop and driven again by the service team and they were unable to provide a useful diagnosis of the engine hesitation problems. We need a resolution to this problem and it appears that no one can appropriately diagnose the problem.
2002 ford focus ignition problem. Key will not turn. My daughter, 17 years old was stuck in parking lot, late in the evening! This has happened on several occasions.
Ignition lock was jammed on my ford focus 2002 and I had to replace it twice so far. It cost me close to $400 canadian. I only have 40,000 miles on it . This has been such a frequent event. Ford is not taking any responsibility yet.
Dt: the contact stated while driving 20-25 MPH on a major roadway, the vehicle began to jerk as if it were going to stall. The accelerator pedal was depressed causing the vehicle to travel through an intersection however it eventually completely stalled. The vehicle would not restart and all the lights on the dashboard were completely darkened. A new battery was installed by the contact and the vehicle driven home. About four hours later, the vehicle began to jerk again and stalled. The vehicle stalled four times throughout the day. When this occurred with the vehicle about a year ago, the vehicle was taken to a dealer who determined the cable wire was not connected properly. The contact expressed that the cable wire may not be the problem and will check to see if the alternator may be the source of the problem.
Dt*: the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked the ignition switch locked up. The key fit in the key slot but key and steering wheel could not be turned. The vehicle was towed to the dealership where they determined that the ignition switch had to be replaced. The invoices for the repairs to the ignition switch are available.
I have 2002 ford focus se that cuts out and stalls while making right hand turns. I took to the dealer 18 months ago and they couldn't find anything wrong. Now it is doing it 5 times a day and other focus owners are saying that theirs cuts out as well. Ford has no tsb that I could find for it but it is very.
Ignition key would not turn to any position. No warning of impending failure. Car could not be driven, had to be towed.
I was leaving work late one night and could not get my 2002 ford focus zx3 to start. The ignition was locked and so was the steering wheel. No amount of turning the wheel or jingling the key worked. The car recognized that there was a key in the ignition as it began to 'ding' but no matter what I did the key would not turn in the ignition. Luckily there was a company car available that I could take home. I commute over 50 miles one way to work. Walking, bus and taxi are not available options for me. I am a young woman working in downtown phoenix and I no longer feel secure in my vehicle. I have researched this extensively on the internet. It could be a worn key tip, the keys are microchipped for anti-theft security so a new one can only be made at the dealership and must be the same number as your key. It could be faulty tumblers, ford created their own ignition to save money and the tumblers may not fall correctly, or fall to far in to allow the key to fit! There is no current recall, a p05 is in progress, and there are no technical service bulletins listed. If my car is no longer under warranty, despite my purchase of the extended warranty it will cost anywhere from $35.00 for a new microchipped key, to $500 for drilling a new ignition and new keys, a tow, and labor. Automotivetalk.net has been the most helpful website so far, but I wanted to add my voice to the list in order to get a recall rolling and have ford pay for this cheap ignition that fails repeatedly. I will refuse to pay for the replacement cost on this obviously poorly engineered part.
The ignition switch locked up in my car. I have had three other friends with the same car say that there ignition switch did the same thing.
Ignition switch on my 2002 ford focus with 34,000 miles failed. Required a tow and replacement. Total cost of replacement was $290. Ford will not acknowledge that there is a quality problem with the ignitions. There are lots of failures of them. This should be recalled. Thanks tom rolland.
Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle the ignition locked up, after multiple attempts the vehicle started. This problem continued intermittently, but the vehicle was not inspected by a mechanic. The vehicle then stalled without warning at an intersection and the ignition locked up, a locksmith was contacted to replace the ignition. The ignition locked up a final time and the vehicle was towed the contact's residence. The dealership was alerted and an ignition switch was ordered, but the vehicle has not been repaired.
The ignition switch locked up, not allowing the key to turn.
Turned on my light switch to drive home at night and noticed my dash lights were non-operational. Got out of my car and did a walk around and found that my tail lights were not working either. I did an internet search and found postings regarding this failure on other focuses. I've provided a link http://forums.focaljet.com/team-tech/457187-taillights-out-problem-found-serious-safety-hazard.html?highlight=dash+lights+tail I called ford they did not care and would not help. I am the original owner and the car has 45,000 miles on it.
I have a 2002 ford focus and my ignition locked up again and this time I could not start my car I was stranded for an 2 hours waiting for a tow truck to get the car. When I parked the car it was not straight so I caould not park it straight to wait to get it fixed . I called a repair guys and he said that this is very common what can we do about this. I was told it is going to cost me about $300.00 I am a single parent how does ford motor company believe that we have any trust in the vehicle when they know that this is an issue and do not fix it at there cost in stead of ours.
55,000 miles on the vehicle. On 3/25/05, while parked & locked, the ignition malfunctioned on its own, resulting in a fire that burned the steering column. The fire caused other damages and heavy smoke within the sealed passenger compartment. The fire extinguished itself with the lack of oxygen. Pictures of the wiring harness, steering column and interior are available with the insurance company claim file.
My 2002 ford focus has a ignition lock problem. The key is impossible to turn. I had to call a tow truck and also pay $400 plus tax to fix this problem that I have found out is widespread.
Ignition switch will not turn.
Have had an ignition freezing up problem and researched it online and noticed this has been an on going problem with ford. I have a 2002 ford focus. First time I have had a car ignition freeze up.
The ignition switch of the ford focus years 2000-2002 for sure may be other years become jammed which could lead to crashes. I am worried every time I drive my car. This item needs to be recalled by ford motor company.
Three instances. Vehicle electrical system (dash, gauges, lamps, etc) suddenly go dead. Engine then surges and stalls. Power steering and power brakes fail. Vehicle fails to restart. 1st instance (12/2004): dealer had failed to properly reconnect electrical connectors after recall service. Accident occurred, minor injuries. 2nd instance (1/22/2006): dealer found no problem. Vehicle restarted. 3. 3rd instance (2/3/2006): dealer found faulty alternator/alternator wiring.
Ignition does not turn on 2002 ford focus. I cannot turn the key. I have looked around on the internet and there were a lot of people who had this same problem. I fixed it by tapping the key with a hammer as I turned the key. The dealership wanted me to pay them $400 to fix this problem, but I thought ford should just fix it before they make their worthless cars.
The ignition solenoid fails on this model. Upon searching online and talking to a few locksmiths it would seem the ignition is substandard/faulty in my car. How exactly does a keyed lock fail? Is this a known issue?
On 01/10/06 the ignition of my ford focus zx3 (2002, 46000 miles)) locked up. I was unable to turn the key and start the car, blocking the entrance to a parking garage. An automotive technician was able to hot-wire the car so I could drive it to the closest dealership. I have contacted ford over the phone because I did purchase the extended warranty with the car. Ford does not feel responsible for this incident and will not cover the repair cost under the extended warranty. I have researched this issue online and was able to find several thousands of other ford owners with the exact same problem. The locking of the steering column seems to happen over and over again, as the locks that are being used as a replacement are of the same bad quality as the originals.
Ignition will not turn. Clutch master cylinder leaks.
I just bought a 2002 ford focus. My key wont turn and my steering wheel is locked up. On-line I have noticed this is a huge problem with focuses. I am going to get it fixed, but am concerned because it seems to be a big problem that will continue to re-occur. I have been without a car for sometime, and was stranded. Luckily it happened at my apartment and I did not have to have the car towed immediately.
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