While driving on the interstate the traction control lights flashes along with the electronic throttle control light, then the engine light comes on and it instantly loses engine power within minutes. This has happened three times now. I have changed battery, air filter, add gas cleaner products. Yet the problem still is happening . Very dangerous while driving at highway speeds down a extremely busy interstate.
2003 Ford Focus: check engine light
5 of the 977 complaints about the 2003 Ford Focus describe check engine light.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 21 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Check engine light by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle lost power, and the battery and engine lights illuminated on the instrument panel. In addition, the hazer light failed to function. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 74,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated as the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the valve seat fractured which caused the engine block to crack. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 114,000.
Purchased this car in 11-05 with 32600 miles on it from creditable dealer. 6 days after purchase, car was towed back to dealer who had to have car taken to ford dealer to have entire transmission and clutch replaced. Dealer tried to lay the blame on the driver as "abuse" - in 6 days!!!! 2 days ago, the check engine light has come on, but has since gone out. Had I known what I know now about this ford 2003 svt, I would have never purchased it. I am afraid it is turning out to be a complete and total failure and lemon (even though still covered under factory warranty) and I will fight tooth and nail to have ford pay for repairs.
While traveling on the highway and without prior warning check engine light appeared on the dashboard.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Possible engine damage - install special service tools prior to removing crankshaft pulley bolt. kb
- Replace timing belt idler pulley during 2.0L zetec engine cylinder head replacement - service tip. tt
- Mirfire diagnostic trouble codes P0316, P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, or P0304 - service tip. tt
- Manifold or catalytic converter heat shields loose/missing. tt
- Possible engine damage - install special service tools prior to removing crankshaft pulley bolt - service...
- No crank on start charging system warning indicator on driveability concerns and or malfunction indicator...
- Engine vibration at idle. tt
- Stall after cold start in extreme low ambient temperature. eh
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2003 Ford Focus check engine light
Is check engine light a common problem on the 2003 Ford Focus?
5 of 977 owner complaints about the 2003 Ford Focus (1%) mention check engine light. The model year with the most reports is 2012.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2003 Ford Focus?
There are 0 recalls and 21 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2003 Ford Focus
Stalling 42Won't start 42Door locks 33Steering lock-up 28No deployment 26Grinding brakes 23Fire or smoke 13Brake failure 11Engine failure 11Coil spring 8Jerking 8Loss of power 8Premature wear 8Tire blowout 8Ball joint 7Seat belt 7Slipping 7Won't shift 7Sudden acceleration 7Transmission failure 7Knocking 6Headlights 6Overheating 6Fuel pump 5Power windows 5Water leak 5Wipers 5
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