Ford Focus Reviews

I bought my 2012 Ford Focus Titanium in July of 2011. It had 6 miles on it. Then days later, the engine blew up and was replaced. I have never gotten more than 205 miles to a tank of gas since. That is less than 17 mpg! I've had it serviced by Ford four times and they have concluded that this is due to my driving habits. Really? I drove a Honda Civic for 12 years and averaged 26 mpg driving the same way. If, in fact, this is the best mpg that I'm going to get. I never would have bought this car. False advertising!

I normally don't get upset the first time I'm treated as if I'm an idiot; the last letter from FMC is the 3rd time. I've received my 3rd dismissive, unresponsive and remarkably ill-advised reply from FMC. Ford could not either be reached for comment or decided to provide no comments other than saying I have exceeded the limits of customer service and therefore, we are unable to be of further assistance in this matter.

I was driving and my passenger, for whatever reason or why, was all of a sudden wrapped in the seat belt and the recoil lock or mechanism would not unlock and the more she tried to get loose, the tighter the strap would pull her up to the side of the car where the shoulder strap threads through. I had to pull over and try to assist to get the belt lock to release. The more I tried to slacken it to make it release, the tighter it would pull her up the shoulder strap hinge or whatever it is called. By this time, it was a very serious matter as it had her legs pulled up to the ceiling of the car and her legs were turning blue from the blood supply being cut off.

Ford Focus ignition switch - I have the switch broken. I did it 2 years ago by a lock smith and no problems.

My husband bought me a brand new 2010 Ford Focus with six miles on it. Four days after buying it, I went to a car wash and there is a huge wear spot on the carpet on the driver's side. I took it to the dealer and they said it was from me. Okay, four months after that, the back doors would not unlock. Back to the dealer we go. They say they fixed the problem. A few more months go by, the same problem happens again. Back to the dealer we go. Now let me explain, I am 40 and I raise my grandbaby and I'm handicapped. I am trying to put a toddler in and out of his car seat through crawling between the two front seats. So anyway, the dealer fixes it again. We fell on hard times like most other Americans, so our credit score will not let us trade out to a different car.

2003 Ford Focus Wagon; Issue: intermittent problem since May 2011 - Car stalls after start up and/or after taking foot off the gas while in "park." It usually happens in the afternoon while doing local, short distance errands (less than five miles between stops). It usually starts after waiting at 45 minutes or the time it takes AAA to arrive to tow to mechanic. I have had the fuel filter, fuel pump, oxygen sensors (twice), fuel pump driver replaced by independent mechanic. I brought it to Ford dealer after third incident in two weeks. They replaced fuel pump with a genuine Ford part, as opposed to an aftermarket part, saying this would resolve the problem. That "fix" lasted approximately three weeks until yesterday, 4/19/12, when the problem happened again. I was able to start the car up and drive home after waiting at 45 minutes but am scheduled to bring the car back to the dealership tomorrow morning. I've read numerous reviews by others who are having the same stalling issue so I know this is not an isolated problem. I need specific information on what is going on with my fuel delivery system that causes my car to stall and how it is to be resolved.

I have a 2008 Ford Focus SE. I bought the car used Feb. 2011. Two months after buying it, I had a hard vibration due to cupped tires. However, the problem was fixed by the dealership at no cost to me. Later, I had to buy a new battery. The car had a hard time turning on. In the process, my connectors were corroded. I paid for it myself. I didn't go back to the dealership this time. Just recently, I replaced one tire. After seeing other key complaints, it is rather tricky to get the key in and out. I figured it was normal because with Hondas, you have to press them inward to get the key out. So, I sometimes turn the steering wheel to get the key out and sometimes wiggle the key to get it in. It seems to work. I don't use the manual door locks due to having the remote. I have no problem getting out my car. Overall, nothing major so far. Note: Never use 93 or 89 gas. It caused my car to be very loud and sound funny. I went back to 87; the noise quit. It does have a very repellant rear end. After getting rear ended by an SUV at 10-15 mph and very, very little damage, I was impressed.

I have a 2001 Ford Focus and had numerous problems with the ignition. The key would get stuck in the ignition and not turn. The first 3 or 4 times, I was able to get make it turn. It finally would not turn at all. After much fumbling, it was able to start; but after turning off, it would have the same problem. I finally took it to the dealer and said it was not under recall. The ignition switch was replaced, but I am encountering the same problem.

I was in Hannaford parking lot with my 17-month old daughter, when the key would not turn. After trying everything for about 45 minutes, I googled the problem on my cell phone. I come to find out that there are 1000's of people with the same problem. I called the dealership; I was told they have had this problem with many Ford Focuses. I called the Ford manufacturer and filled a complaint. There phone number is 1-800-392-3673 or 1-800-232-5952. The woman took my complaint and said there have not been enough complaints filed for a recall. I then called the National Highway of Safety and filed a complaint. Their number is 1-800-424-9393. Everyone needs to call both companies and file a complaint in order to have a recall. I hope this is helpful.

On Thursday, March 1, I was driving to work and the car stalled as if there was no gas. So I had it towed and got a tune up. I drove home on Monday and on Tuesday, the car stalls again. I pulled over and it started smoking and caught fire. It was totally destroyed. Nothing indicated it was overheating, nothing signals of anything wrong. So now I wait for my insurance company. Why didn't Ford send out information for their technicians to review this potential danger? I had a 2001 Ford Focus ZTE.

My 2002 Ford Focus is stalling and sputtering when you drive it constantly. I had the struts replaced on a recall 2 years ago and now I have to replace them again at my cost. The axle is going bad. The transmission is leaking. I had to replace the power steering pump and the pulley. On the left hand-side, the brakes and rotor get so hot they have to be busted off.

I purchased a brand new 2011 Ford in February 2011. I took it in for inspection on February 2012 and two tires were already shot and I'll need new brakes by next inspection if not before. I do not drive fast or erratically and I take care of my vehicle and get regular oil changes, tire rotations, and maintenance. I was shocked the Hankook tires were shot after only a year and less than 10,000 miles. This was my first brand new car in 25 years and I went back to Ford after driving Dodges for a good part of those 25 years. Ford won't do anything. I was 3 days past any warranty on the tires. I emailed Ford and they emailed the dealer and no one will do anything. I shouldn't have to spend $375 on two new tires and an alignment on a one year old vehicle. My used vehicles were better than this new one. Once this car is paid for, it will be Ford no more once again. I'm going back to my Dodges. I'm very upset and angry with Ford.

Once again after 2 years, I am spending $150.00 for an ignition. Ford needs to man up and get this fixed.

I have a 2008 Ford Focus that has 32,000 miles on it. It has started making a loud noise. I had a mechanic look at it and they state that the motor mount has gone out in it and if I replace one of them, I need to replace them all. I feel that if I purchase a brand new vehicle, I expect it to at least not break down before it is paid for. I called Ford because I have researched this and have found out that several people are having the same complaint. I think that Ford should recall this part if there are so many complaints. But when I called them, they stated that it is not covered under my five year warranty, only if it is the motor. I am very upset about the cost and the labor this is going to cost me seeing that I am on a fixed income.

When I first bought my 2005 Focus ZX4. It had 8,000 miles in . A year after purchasing, the window controls stopped working in the back and passenger from the driver's controls, and the back seat controls didn't work as well. It was still under warranty then, so it was fixed by the kind dealership. However, just after the warranty was up, the front passenger window control went out, and still doesn't work. Just this morning, at 91,000 miles, my key would not come out of the ignition.

This is regarding my 2001 Ford Focus, which has approximately 38,000 miles, garage kept, and purchased new. It will not start, even with the new battery. I checked the fuses, spark, and fuel, which is full. I checked the handbook, and hit reset button on the passenger side wall. I checked the net for recalls, and find that there were recalls on this model, but not this particular one, I am told. For this very same problem, and more. The people that I spoke with are very nice, but I saw no reflection on them. I have a hard time with the recall, on almost 700,000 units of Focus with this problem.

My 2003 Ford Focus's ignition failed at about 50,000 miles. I called Ford's customer service, my dealer. I spent $526.00 at Fremont Ford in Fremont, CA. The tow truck driver and Fremont Ford said they see a lot of this. I have found out, and have in my possession, documents showing Ford's news about a faulty part, and refused to do anything, because it would cost them too much.

I own a 2001 Ford Focus. The other day I went to put the key in the ignition and I couldn't get the key in all of the way. I tried many times and the key would only go in half way. I was stranded at work so I had to get a tow truck to bring it to the Ford Garage, a block away which cost me $94 and it would be another $306 to install a new cylinder. We changed the cylinder ourselves for less. However, the car will not actually start, because we don't have the correct codes so that the key will work. This is only one of many issues with this car. It has a bad ground wire which causes the car to hesitate while driving it, another $200 fix by Ford. The battery cables corrode every once in awhile and we have put in at least one new fuel pump. This car is nothing but a lemon.

The first time we encountered a problem, my wife could get the key all the way in the ignition and then it got stuck halfway and couldn't get it out either. I was able to remove the key with a vise grip, then I sprayed lubricant in the ignition switch and kept trying to get the key to work. When I finally got it to work, it worked for a couple of weeks, then the key acted just like before except this time, I can't get it to work at all. I can get the key all the way in but it won't turn.

I have a 2002 Ford Focus. It was a great car, until I got in a wreck. The transmission computer chip got knocked out and since then it has only been problems. My transmission slips now, and it stalls sometimes too. The struts constantly keep going bad too, so I have to keep changing tires as well. If the car has not been in a wreck it is great! I would never buy another Ford after this problem. Even if it was not Ford's problem directly, the wreck brought out all the problems early.

The car, 2005 Ford Focus, is not fully engaging in Park and this is causing the key to get stuck in the ignition. Taking the car in and out of Park will eventually cause it to allow the key to release. The car is losing power while driving now, devices shutting down including the lights and entire instrument panel, and will not engage in reverse. It drives forward but not reverse. I love this car but would buy another. This all didn't happen until 100,000+ miles. Door latches are annoying as there is way too much play but they have worked so far.

I purchased a used 2000 Focus. My wife called one day and said the key would not turn. Of course being a guy, I thought to myself, "you've got to be kidding". I arrived home to find the key would not turn. As I began to dismantle the steering column, I thought maybe I should oil the key slot. Many people don't know but key slots need lubrication for the tumblers to move properly. Low and behold, the key worked perfectly. That was last year. It's been working correctly ever since.

I own a 2002 Ford Focus that has only 78,000 miles on it. The valve seat dropped causing the #1 piston to be destroyed. The car was maintained properly. I am the lone owner of the Focus. Oil changes were done regularly.

Did Ford Motor Company have a switch pushed when my 2010 Ford Focus went out of warranty just to ** me off?

I can not even count the number of times my 2001 Focus has left me stranded on the side of the highway. I have only owned it two years and have replaced the serpentine belt and tensioner 4 times in the past year. Out of no where, the car breaks down. The belt and pulley are just gone. I have had this fixed by 4 different mechanics. Breaks front and back. Cylinders. Now the "thing" that is on the side of rt3 with radiator has fluid pouring out. I have no idea why.

I took my 2010 back to the dealer because the key wouldn't go in ignition or come out easily. They added Graphite and noted no problem. Several weeks later, after straightening my key that kept bending from the pressure, it broke in half. They replaced the cylinder and now it is happening again. I'm headed to the dealer again with no warranty.

I have a 2009 Ford Focus SEL. It has roughly 58,000 miles, all highway, since my commute to work is 125 miles round trip. The key will not turn in my ignition. I called the dealership, and they said to call a locksmith because it was probably the tumblers. Otherwise, I could have it towed to the dealership for repairs. They would not even sell me the replacement ignition so that I could do the work on my own. I had to get a replacement from an entirely different dealership. They also would not man up that this is a fairly common problem with Fords. I had to pay out of pocket for the part and repair. Ford said it wasn't covered by warranty, and that there were no recalls. Ford would not even sell me the part unless I had the work done there. I am saving my receipt. Man up, Ford, and take accountability for your shortcomings.

I bought a 2005 Ford Focus SES 2.0L in August of 2011. I love it. I’ve read several complaints on this page. I think some of you people need to either take better care of your vehicle or accept what you may get when you buy a used Vehicle. I bought mine used with 91k on it. It came with leather interior, heated seats, sun roof, and premium sound with a 6 disc CD changer, which I have upgraded with a Sony Xplode deck, USB, and aux jacks. I’ve taken my car to Tennessee twice, 933-mile drive one way, around 2000-mile round trip from my house to my dad’s drive way. I also drive my car a lot for my job, about 30 miles a day. So in little over a year, I’ve put about 16k worth of miles on it. I must say I must have just gotten a good apple from the batch.

My daughter has a 2008 Ford Focus. We have had nothing but trouble with the ignition switch. We spent $400.00 dollars on the last repair a year ago. Now, the ** thing is doing it again. You turn the key to start the car, and nothing happens. You wiggle, and push in on the key, and then it will start, usually in about 15 minutes, of this frustrating problem!

I bought a 2003 Focus ZTS, 5 speed, anniversary model (leather heated seats, heated mirrors, sun/moon roof) in 2005 with 13k miles. The first month I had the AC compressor, serpentine belt, rear brake calipers, and battery replaced under warranty. The following year, the warranty expired, I replaced all 4 brake calipers and the driver's rear rim that warped when the brake seized. A few months later, the driver controls for the other 3 windows went out, the passenger mirror control failed, and I replaced all brake pads again.

In August 2011, I purchased a 2005 Ford Focus (2-litre SI 5-door), with 140,000 kilometer on it. The next week, as I was going down 80 kilometers, the car lost all power. I was able to pull over to the side of the road, but I had to call a tow truck and had it towed to the Ford dealership located in N1 City, Cape Town. The quotation came back with the fee of R51000. Can’t Ford dealership call back all those who have 2litre Ford Focus, as I’m not the only one complaining about it? I will never buy a Ford again, and I will be spreading the word.

I bought a used 2000 Focus base with 28000mi at a Ford dealer in 2004. Carfax said it was clean. Seven years later, circle weld marks appeared after paint pops off old welds. The driver rear floor is completely rotted out due to replacement before I bought the car. Its ignition failed at 45000mi, all 4 coil springs snapped around 50000mi (paid for 1 set, recall on 2nd). The emission vacuum elbow broke at 55000mi, motor mounts at 70000mi, and passenger mount again at 135000mi. The doors and front quarter panel started rusting at 85000mi, and the blew motor at 109000mi. While the EGR valve rusted at 115000mi, lower control arms at 135000mi, and the 4 sets of premium tires at 100000mi. The car has flooded (1" on, pass floor) 3 times during heavy rains. The dealer can't find any leak. I used to rely on Ford, but I will never buy another Ford product.

2003 Ford Focus ignition locked and unable to turn key to start car. I called Ford manufacturing and dealership, and they both claimed that they never heard of problems with ignition. However, when I called multiple locksmiths, they said this happens all of the time. I decided to let a locksmith handle the repair. I'm holding onto my receipts and planning on selling the car before it happens again.

I need help! My key to my 2011 Ford Focus keeps on getting stuck in the ignition. I have read several complaints regarding this issue. When will this issue be solved with a recall? I have over 12,000 miles on my car and it's only because I have quite a distance to drive to my job in Boston, MA. It is an entire highway drive. I need help as soon as possible.

I bought my 2005 Ford Focus in April 2011 as a used car with 120,000 miles on it. As with any used car, there are minor things that can happen or need replacement. First, the brakes were beginning to grind and I had them replaced but they continue to grind and squeak, and even caused the car to lock forcing everyone forward with force. I had the brakes checked again and the mechanic could not find out why they keep doing this. Then, the car began to sputter and stop suddenly. I changed the spark plugs and noticed oil around one of the plugs. I ended up changing the valve cover gasket.

I have a 2003 Ford Focus. I have no problems with this car except that every year, I have trouble with the door handles. In 2005, I had the driver side handle replaced, but I have the same problem and my car is no longer under warranty.

My 2007 Ford Focus will not let loose of my key. It's a problem with the ignition switch. A mechanic quotes us a price of $400 to fix it. This is crazy. There should be a recall. Ford is responsible.

2001 Ford Focus with ignition problem. The key will go into the ignition with some slight giggling, but will not turn to start the car. Nothing helps. After much research today, I will go home and try again. This seems to be a rampant issue with the ignition, worthy of recall in my humble opinion. Hopefully, it starts so I can take it to a mechanic so I don't have this problem again for a little while as I have read that the replacement only buys you a little time before it needs replacement again.

In August of 2011, I purchased a 2009 Ford Focus with 29,000 miles on it. After two weeks, the battery went dead. The next week, as I was going down I35, the car lost all power and the wrench lit up on the dash. I was able to pull over to the side of the road, but I had to call a tow truck and had it towed to the dealership. I cut my losses and traded it in on a used Chevy truck. I will never buy a Ford again.

I own a 2006 Ford Focus. I have experienced the same problem as many others with the key getting stuck in the ignition. Thank goodness for YouTube. When you search Ford Focus key stuck in ignition, several videos come up that will show you how to get the key out. It won't cost you anything. This won't correct the problem. But at least, you will be able to get the key out! I have done this every time and it does work. When you discover that the rings won't slip up, simply press on the brake and put the car into another gear. Then, you should be able to pull the rings up. I hope this helps everyone.

My car is a 2002 Focus SE 4-door with electric windows. My left rear window regulator failed to raise and keep up my window. After disassembly, I found that the plastic clip (carriage) that the window rests in and the cables that raise and lower the window are attached to had been broken. All the other parts of the regulator including the rail, motor, gears, cables, etc. were fine. The carriage is a molded plastic part and failed due to developing a stress crack at a sharp inside corner of the molded plastic part. It is well-known that stress cracks always start at stress raisers (stress concentrations). Sharp corners cause stress concentration. Had the corner been designed with a slight curvature to it, the stress would have been much less and failure much less likely.

Just a note to let all of you know all well that Ford and Natasha are fixing the problems they find with the Focus transmissions and what I have experienced.

My mother has a 2002 Ford Focus. It has a 2.0 Liter SPI Single Overhead Cam Engine. Ever since she has bought and used it, it's broken more times than it has run. One day, while on the highway, it overheated and before it got really bad, I pulled off the highway. I've got it home to find a hose for the coolant came loose and was chewed up by the belt. I fixed this and now discovered the head gasket is blown. The car has never been overheated before, and I'm very shocked that it broke this fast. This thing has 116,000 miles on it. It shouldn't have to do a head gasket yet.

My Ford Focus 2.0L TDCI Ghia has done 86,000 km when it all of a sudden lost power whilst driving. I took it in to Metro Auto Ford dealership in Pretoria. They gave me a quote for R46, 000.00 (almost half of the price of the car). They claimed that the turbo, injectors, EGR valve and glow plugs all dysfunction at the same time. I reported it to Ford. No help from them! How can everything go wrong at the same time? Metro Auto said it is like a globe it can blow anytime! In my opinion, if you buy a Focus, start saving for major repairs after five years. I will NEVER buy a Ford again, and I will tell everybody about my experience.

I bought a 2002 Ford Focus with 150,000 mils in February of 2011. It went into the shop the first week I had it because the emergency brake was not working. Needless to say it still didn't work because my warranty does not cover it. The dealer also states there's no Lemon Law in Ohio.

I bought my 2002 Ford Focus wagon used from a dealership about 1 year ago. Since then, I have had to replace tires, wheel bearings, transmission parts, fuel filters/pump and shocks and struts. My car still stutters/shakes and slows to 20mph with no warning and then will shut off. It really gets bad if I try to go highway speeds.

2003 Ford Focus. Ignition switch locked up. Several people have complained of this ongoing defect. I take it before FORD will do a recall several people shall have to die first?

I own a 2002 Ford Focus with 145,000 miles on it. I had to replace the fuel pump twice within six months. Bad gas or bad parts?

Bought a 2007 Ford Focus--new in 2007. The car is only 4 years old with 80,000 miles, and we will be putting on the forth set of tires. Even with rotating the tires, this happened. The local place where we purchase the tires, told us that even with with rotation the focus will eat the tires... that the only reason to rotate the tires is get back a some of the money on the milage guarantee.

I bought a used 2004 Ford Focus SE Wagon in September 2009. Between that time and February 2011, I have had to replace the battery, alternator, transmission, brake cylinder, brake lines, water pump, serpentine belt, valve cover gasket, EGR Valve and 4 tires. I have officially put more into repairing the car than what I was paying for the car. Today, both rear windows stopped moving and one of them is stuck all the way down. Plus, it backfired very loudly tonight when I was getting onto the freeway. I'm sure that's not a good sign either! I don't know where the money for these repairs is going to come from.

I bought a 2010 Ford Focus SE in May 2010. About 3 months after buying it, my rear passenger door wouldn't lock. I took it to the dealer and they fixed it and have had no more issues with that. About a month ago, I was turning down my radio from the steering wheel and it turned the radio up. I figured I hit the wrong button and pressed the button again and then it changed the radio station instead. I am worried about this problem considering that the car has cruise control on the steering wheel and it may malfunction so I don't use the wheel functions anymore.

I just bought a 2000 Ford Focus. I have not had it for 1 week and the ignition switch needed to be replaced. I went online and saw I'm not the only one. This is really not fair, and is a problem. I will tell my family and friends, no to Ford Focus.

I complained to the dealership that my key keeps getting stuck in the ignition and they said it was a problem, but there is no recall. She said this happens to a lot of the Ford Focuses. It seems to eat up a lot of tires. Lock on driver side gets stuck and I cannot open it. I have to unroll window and open it from the outside. The button to unlock trunk does not always work. The dashboard light at night does not come on. I've had it fixed in the past, but I still have the problem again.

I have a Ford Focus 2008 Every summer (3 summers in a row now!)the doors on my focus won't open, they unlock but I can't open the door from the inside or outside. So ever year when this happens I have to climb out my window to get out of the car!This happens each year when the temperature rises above 75degrees. Ford doesn't care, not covered under warranty. Someone is going to die in this car and Ford is going to end up with a huge lawsuit on their hands...

Thousands of Ford Focus cars made from 2000 to 2007 have ignition problems. Why must the consumer pay for the repair service as much as $500? Ford knew that there is a default with the ignition. There should be a recall for servicing for the key ignition. Ford Company said my 2003 is out of warranty and I would have to pay for the service.

I bought a new 2008 ford focus in 2009. I thought it was a good deal. She was there with a spoiler and red paint job calling my name. Rims the works. Well, 3 times while driving on the freeway, I heard a huge pop then my accelerator goes to the floor. I slow to 20 mph in 70 mph traffic, drifting to the side to get out of danger. All 3 times have been life threatening. 2 transmissions and a throttle box..and I have 16 thousand on it. I'm thinking my coffin will be this red focus. I am getting an attorney.

Purchased new 2002 Ford Focus SE 4 Dr Sedan in West Palm Beach Florida. The first problem was the automatic door lock kept locking and then not opening. We had AAA service three times the first two months after we purchased the car. We then had to buy two new keys that cost us 150.00. The rear window driver side slid down and would not go up after 1 year of ownership. Ford repaired it at 180.00. We drove to our daughters to see new grandson in late 2003 and could not get into car. The keys did not work, not even by inserting key and turning lock cylinder. Had the car towed to dealer and they repaired it again and charged us another 150.00 for new keys.

I just got a 2000 Ford focus and the clear coat is peeling off on the rear spoiler and the hood and fender. Is there a recall?

I have a 2005 Ford Focus 2.0 Engine, fuel injected. The problem(s) started about 8 months ago. The initial problem was after turning the car on, it would have a bad idle and then die. But as I found out later, it would only do this if the engine was hot. So most people would think oh well it's your fuel filter (30 parts and 49 labor), wrong. So I had a friend look at it and listened to the car and said that it was most likely a part that resides inside the fuel tank. I forgot what the name of it was, it controlled the distribution of the fuel and it had a vapor problem. Okay so that part was about $75, free labor and that keeps the car from wanting to die at stop lights now but once the engine gets hot and you want to turn it back on good luck, it's not happening.

Recently purchased a 2007 Ford Focus with 55,000 miles used from a local dealership with a clean car fax. Within the first 2 weeks of ownership, I made a trip into Rochester on route 590. I was going 55 mph in the center lane during a busy commute. My wife and I heard a loud "gunshot" noise and at the same time it felt like someone hit me in the left arm with a baseball bat. I was able to maintain control of the vehicle, thank God. I checked my mirrors to see if someone had run into me, and the car was rolling ok (flat tire). Then the smoke cloud filled the cabin of the car. That's when I noticed that the driver's curtain airbag deployed. We finished our errand and went home. I checked the vehicle over for a sign of what triggered the deployment. Nothing found. We called the dealership and they scheduled it in for repair. This better be covered under warranty! I googled this, and there are so many of theses cases out there. From what I understand, Ford is ignoring it. Just like their 4.6l, 5.4l engines that are blowing spark plugs out of the heads on their engines.

Started my car and must have hit the locks on the way out to scrape it. No problem. Have my spare key in the house with remote opener. It would not work. Changed the battery, still nothing. I can manually get in my trunk but not in my car. Had to have CAA come let me in the car even though I have a spare key! Called Steele Ford where I bought car and they never heard of it.

I have a 2001 Ford Focus problem that has our local Ford dealer and two other garages totally stumped. My dad, being the great person he is, washed my car for me. He washed the engine off too. Then the problems started. Most days the Multi-function error light comes on, Theft Indicator light comes on, the temp gauge goes up, the car hesitates and when I stop, the engine quits.

My 2000 Ford Focus dropped a value seal in engine today. Its engine was knocking. I stopped the car, went in store and came out store after about 45 minutes later. I turned key and it started knocking. Its engine was not making noise when the key was turned off.

I bought a used Ford Focus, and there are several problems with this car. I admit that it was a poor decision on my part to buy this car, but for all the repairs that need to be done, I figured it was something that wouldn't be too pricey to fix. I was wrong. The rear passenger door doesn't unlock, front passenger door opens 98% of the time, and now, the ignition switch it frozen. These specific issues are extremely unsafe and Ford should have a nationwide recall on the car, not just the parts that are faulty at that moment.

I have a 2003 Ford Focus, and like countless others, my ignition locked, and I couldn't turn my key. The guy from AAA, who came to tow my car, told me that he had seen this a lot. So did the Ford Dealer, who in fact, recommended that I contact Ford for a refund. When I do so, they said they had never heard any other complaints, and refused to do anything. It cost me $600.00 to fix it, and I only had 15,000 miles on my car at the time. Very bad customer service.

I own a 2001 Ford Focus LX (109K miles) and have been having problems with my automatic transmission. It appears I have the same problems as hundreds of others out there. When I'm driving in city traffic, the car will suddenly "kick" (feels like a solid whack from a sledge hammer) and my speed will decrease significantly as the engine begins to sputter and I can't seem to go faster than 15-20 mph. If I pull over and turn the car off for a few minutes, it will be fine for a very short while and then it all begins again. This happened to me once on the freeway and I almost got hit by another car. Since then I'm too scared to take it on any road over 40 mph. This problem is intermittent as it may occur at 20, 35, 40, 70 mph. It can't be predicted.

We have a 2005 Ford Focus and are on our 4th set of tires. We only have 64,000 miles on the vehicle. Whatever you do, do not buy a Ford Focus. All the tire manufacturers will not warranty their tires for this car and Ford will not do anything for you. Even if you align your vehicle and rotate every 5,000 miles, this car eats tires up.

The ignition switch locked up and I can't unlock the wheel for even a tow. Apparently this is a huge problem for Ford focus. Mine is a 2000 SE. I had to pay for a tow, and now I have to pay to have the ignition replaced. This is crazy!

My 2007 Ford Focus key was stuck in the ignition. I see that a lot of people had the same problem. The fix is rather simple, I found it on the internet. If the car is an automatic the shifter has a plastic trim piece under the handle (looks like a tube) that will slip down and prevent the shifter from going all the way into park preventing the key from coming out. Grab the tube, pull up on it and the shifter will go all the way into park. The key should come right out. It worked for me the first time. Hope it does the same for the rest of you who has a Ford focus with the key stuck.

I own a 2001 Ford Focus. I was looking at recalls and happened to notice that people are having the same issues with their car as I have with mine. I can't tell you everything that had gone wrong with my car expect 4 transmissions later, countless numbers of stuck brakes and you name it has gone wrong. I sent Ford a letter demanding a new car and they basically laughed at me. I will keep this car until my extended warranty runs, purchase after warranty of $3500.00 which was the best investment ever. I do not drive it much. I only have 65000 miles and I bought it new. I will never own another Ford ever again. I have never been so upset. My repair receipts are so long and extended I could go from Salt Lake City to Las Vegas with as many as I have.

My husband found out that recharging the air condition of my 2003 Ford Focus really ** where it is situated. It takes so much effort to do this very simple recharging for other cars but on my Ford Focus, the recharging valve inlet is situated underneath a plastic sheet of the right fender passenger side. You need first to remove the right wheel and that plastic guard of the fender. I hate it because on my car it's just situated visibly by the engine compartment. Ford Company, you **!

I have an elderly neighbor who has a 2008 Ford Focus. She has occasionally gotten stuck because she couldn't get her key in the ignition switch. I have seen it myself. I tried oiling it, to no avail. Now I see others have had the same problem. I told her to contact Ford before she gets stuck completely. So far she has been lucky that the key eventually works. Will follow up with results.

I have a 2000 Ford Focus and the A/C smoke is coming out of my hood. Does it have anything to do with the pulley?

My steering wheel is locked and it won’t unlock. What more can I say. I will never buy a Ford again. This is the first and worst experience I have had with a Ford, and now I am going back to Honda. We will have to wait and see, I guess.

Like hundreds of others on this site, I too have experienced the infamous Ford Focus ignition switch debacle. The ignition switch in my 2003 Focus SE seized up as is common on this model. After reading the many entries on this site, I tried the "tapping the key gently with a small hammer fix" and it does work if you're careful. I had fixed one on my mom's car in Florida last year to the tune of $500 at the local Ford garage in Spring Hill. So it was no surprise when mine became faulty. This should clearly be recalled and I'm disappointed that Ford hasn't seen fit to do this.

2004 Ford Focus SE. Where to start... At 60,000 miles, about a week after I bought the car from the Ford dealership, I had to replace the alternator, pretty penny. Next was the ignition (no surprise, I think this is an expected expense among Ford Focus owners), AAA fixed it for just over $200, then I had a lovely coolant leak, the thermostat housing was cracked, also very common, trunk latch wont close after I open it, must press the unlatch key in order for it to close, and as I was driving the other day and pressed the button to roll down my driver side window, it completely fell off the track with a nice thud. Way to scare the ** out of someone as they're driving. It ends up being a broken window regulator. I'm sure since I've only had the car for 3 years and have had all these problems there will be more to come :) not to mention Ive had to replace 4 mirrors now, who in the hell thought to make the mirrors stick out so damn much.

I have had my 2007 Ford Focus in to the dealership twice in a month. Both times the key has been jammed in the ignition. Thankfully my car was drivable. I have had to pay for both services. The comment made to me was "this happens a lot". I specifically asked about contacting Ford, warranties and recalls with not any offering of assistance by the dealership. Out of pocket expense at $800.00. Time and inconvenience of bringing in to the dealership and waiting for repair or getting rides to and from work.

After finding that my ignition would not turn, I googled and see this is a common issue. I just want to share some advice: go to a good locksmith for this issue. The Ford dealer quoted me $500 to fix this. The locksmith is doing it for $90-$100.

I own a 2002 Ford Focus that was purchased used under warranty. The car was bought from a ford dealership with less than 20,000 miles on. Recently I have been having a problem with when I am idle as far as all of the interior lights flashing on and off and a ticking sound as well as occasionally the ABS light coming on. I took the car to a Ford dealership near my work and explained the problem to them. They told me I needed a new O2sensor, which I had replaced.

I have a 2004 Ford Focus, and like others, the ignition had to be replaced, and so did the whole starter assembly. With the towing and all, the cost for repairs was over $800. The car gets good gas mileage, but with all of the problems, I am not sure about this car now. I just wanted to get my complaint on record, just in case Ford ever owns up to this problem!

At less than 55000kms on a 2007 Focus the drives side rear tire developed diagonal cupping grooves, causing a vibration. Inquiry of the situation revealed from at least 2003 to 2008 the Ford Focus has caused many owners this problem of wheel alignment issues repeatedly. Some owners enduring this problem two and three times in quite low kms/miles on the vehicles.

I went to Wal-Mart with my four month old twins, get all the shopping done. Then, I went to turn the ignition in my 04 Ford Focus and it’s locked up. I had to wait for about two hours to get towed and ruined groceries and screaming kids. I am never buying a Ford again.

I can't start my 2004 Ford Focus because the lock cylinder won't turn. I got stranded at the office. AAA recommended having an automotive locksmith try to replace the cylinder on-site before towing to local Ford dealership. I agreed. Locksmith said he's familiar with the problem and replaced the entire lock cylinder, which he said should outlast the rest of the car. Success, my car started again. It cost me $281 for locksmith service.

I have a 2004 Ford Focus and it has about 67,000 miles on it. A real nice car when it was running. Almost one month ago, the battery went dead. Now, the starter is dead. I had it towed to the Ford dealer and they looked under the hood and said the cost to replace the starter with labor is around $600.00. I could not pay at that time so I had another tow truck bring it home. But before I could get the key to my car, I had to pay the Ford dealership $129.90. Now here is my question, should a 2004 Ford Focus need a new starter at only 67,000 miles on it? I do not believe that I have used the starter more than 1,000 times.

I bought a 2007 Ford Focus brand new in 2008, and now two years later, I have had to replace the rotors. I couldn't believe that one, after only a year and a half of driving it off the lot! Now my key is stuck in the ignition and has to be replaced! I am going to have the whole ignition system replaced at a cost of around $350.00, and the rotors cost me over $400.00 to replace. I was told in both instances that this is a common problem. Why hasn't Ford issued a recall?

The key is stuck in the ignition, and I can't start the car. I am told that I will have to tow my car into the Ford dealer, and replace the ignition. Apparently, this has been going on for over a year. There have been over 200 complaints in the past few months. A co-worker just went through this with her 2002 Ford Focus, and it cost $350.00, not including the towing! Please help!

I have a 2006 Ford Focus and the key is stuck in the ignition. Today, March 27,2010, I took the car to the dealer. They said that it is not covered under the warranty, however, they want me to bring it in on Monday. I cannot go to work and have to watch the car for the rest of the day. The car also stalls when you are idle. Now, I know why there are a lot of problems with this car and Ford has known about this for quite some time. Something needs to be done about this and Ford needs to be put in the hot seat on this one.

I called to find out if Ford recalled Ford Focus 2004 because I noted on the internet that there have been many complaints on the ignition. Their response is that they would keep a record of it, but no recall. After seeing all these complaints on the internet, there should have been one. The money just to look at it is $135.00, not including parts. I was stranded at a Safeway store parking lot around the corner of my house. I had to walk home thinking maybe the chip in the key went bad. It was cold and I wasn't feeling good. The thought of a tow truck, the expense. Ford knowing there have been other complaints, they should have taken care of this problem long time ago. I had a son home with two teeth pulled out and I had his meds with me. It was stressful and could have been avoided.

After reading about the ignition on the Ford Focus, I too am having the same problem on my 2003 Focus. I got into it and tried to start and my key wouldn't turn. I am so grateful to AAA; however, now I have to leave the key in the ignition until I can have it repaired.

We have a 2006 Ford Focus and the key is currently stuck in the ignition. So far, it is still drivable but it sounds like this is an on going issue for Ford. I see complaints going back to 2000 models.

In December of 2008, I purchased a used 2003 Ford Focus hatchback with 29,000 miles on it. Around June of 2009, my car had ignition lock. The whole key compartment had to be replaced--$394 to fix and the warranty didn't cover that. Recently (late February of 2010), I'm driving to Austin from San Antonio and the car is delaying hard before it changes gears. The engine light comes on! As far as car maintenance, I'm always on top that schedule so I'm like, what could it be? The problem was the transmission, one of the cylinders is messed up. Another $386 to fix and now that I did my research, I learned that these are common problems with Ford Focus. The first "common issue," which was the ignition lock that happened in June of 2009 cost me $394. The second problem happened on February of 2010 that cost me $386. A total of $780 on common problems.

I own a 2001 ford focus. My wife was driving it the other day and the motor mount grenade and the engine dropped out. Luckily she was going at a low rate of speed and no one rear ended her. Had she been at highway speed with our young son in the car it could have been tragic. So far, it has an estimated cost of $600.00 plus towing. That estimate is preliminary depending on if the mechanic finds any engine damage. So far, it has an estimated cost of $600.00 plus towing. That estimate is preliminary depending on if the mechanic finds any engine damage.

2003 ford focus ignition. The key will not turn in the ignition which after a little research this is a very common problem in this vehicle. There has been at least 116 complaints on one website. This issue needs to be addressed. Cannot use the car without spending $200-400 on this and it will happen again according to several owners.

I had the bad experience of owning a 2000 Ford Focus and literally having to replace its engine while my husband was serving in the U.S Army in Afghanistan. I had extra danger pay sent to me and my son whom has a heart problem so all I could think of was put another engine in the car. You do not think about complaining to the car company.

My first round of problems with my 2001 Ford Focus which was bought brand new off the lot with less than 10 miles on it, was the stalling of the vehicle, loss of power and stuttering within the first few months of having it whenever I went around a curve, etc. This was taken cared of under warranty. After this happening to me on the highway too many times, and in my last trimester of a complicated pregnancy in which the pregnancy prior resulted in the still birth of my baby, this frightened me because I thought I would be struck from the back on the freeway and get killed! Imagine, going from 60 mph to putting all the way down to barely moving with no warning at all! It was enough to give you a heart attack. Also, when the baby is born, and I had my new born to travel around , it is scary to think of the risk of being hit from the back.

On Dec. 21, 2009, the ignition cylinder jammed on my 2001 Ford Focus,which had at the time only 36,320 miles,leaving me stranded. I had to have it towed to the dealership where they drilled out the tab and installed a new key cylinder. I have since found out that this happens with frequency in 2000-2003 model cars, often multiple times, even after repairs. So they must be replacing these cylinders with more of the same faulty cylinders.

My 2000 Focus had the ignition switch problem. The car had to be towed and repaired. I sent a letter to Ford and never received a reply.

I have been having trouble with my 2002 Ford Focus since I purchased it. First, my radio stopped working, then my check engine light came on and has been on almost nonstop for the past few years. I take very good care of my car and now, I'm being told by a non-Ford mechanic that my transmission needs to be built. This is after I had the Ford dealer check my car and tell me the only thing that needed to be done was replace a PCV hose and battery cables for over $1,000.

I had to get the ignition lock cylinder replaced. $545.

I went to start my car and put the key in the ignition. And the ignition cylinder in my 2000 Ford Focus locked up. I had to have it towed to Mullahey Ford Dealership and paid $413.55 to get it fixed. They had to drill out and replaced the cylinder. They built a new tumbler to match the existing key.

I have a 2000 Ford Focus with 43000 miles on it. Key would not turn in ignition. It had to be towed and have it fixed for $598.00.

My 2000 Ford Focus ignition switch broke last night stranding me.I just replaced my wife's 2000 Focus ignition switch about 2 years ago. My car only has 76,000 miles. I think this is definitely a problem that Ford Motor Company needs to address. I have always bought Fords: Two new ones, '89 Taurus which was defected with paint faded within 3 months of purchase. We bought the 2000 Ford Focus (Sony Edition) off the Showroom floor from a local dealership (Stearns) with 87 miles on 10/2000. We haven't had a lot of problems with the car, but this ignition problem Ford needs to fix.

My daughter went away to college with her 2000 Ford Focus when she was left stranded due to not being able to get the key in the ignition. A mechanic from her school helped out and after an hour of working on it, he was able to get the key in and start the car. He recommended to never take the key out again until it is fixed. He mentioned a lot of Focus owners have this same problem, but Ford won't recall them to fix. Just a few days after Christmas, it just cost us $400 to replace the ignition cylinder. The dealer indicated that we should hold on to the receipt in case Ford does recall them because they service a lot of Focus with this same issue.

We own a 2004 Ford Focus and we've had to have the ignition replaced two times within the last month! First time in Florida, I couldn't get it to work. The key wouldn't turn. Second time was a few days ago. I just moved to Wisconsin and the same thing happened! The locksmith in Florida said he's had to replace 8 ignitions this year alone and the locksmith from Wisconsin said he's had to replace 5! We've had to pay two different locksmiths $200+ to get the problem fixed.

This is the second time I had to replace the ignition switch on my 2000 Ford Focus. There should be a recall and reimbursement. Loss of use.

Sounds like I'm in the same boat as many others concerning my 2000 Ford Focus. My ignition has been replaced three times now, all of which were covered under warranty. However, once again it has malfunctioned. Dealer quote was in the neighborhood of $450 to fix. The first time it malfunctioned was New Year's Eve at around 5:30PM. I was at my wife's office for an early evening get together and had to have my car towed. Great timing. At least the other two times, the car was in my driveway and I just had to find a way to get it to the dealer from there.

My 2003 Ford Focus had had problems ever since I bought it new from the dealer. The doors always were difficult or stiff to open. I just almost failed my last DMV inspection, because the inspector indicated that my driver door does not open. I realized that I am so used to pulling on the handles twice before the door opens. I had to go back and open the door in front of him. Two months after I purchased the car, the wiper blade motor went out on the car. Two and a half years into owning the car, my truck latch went out completely and would not lock correctly. My latest issue is that my car key will not turn in the ignition. I have had this problem fixed once already and have to have it done again. I will never buy another Ford in my life, and the Focus was our family's 3rd Ford purchased brand-new. Such a disappointment.

I just want to be added to the list of folks that have had unreasonable transmission problems with the 2005 Ford Focus. Mine is a ZXW, and I haven't had a single problem with it until last month, just before 40K miles, my 2nd and 4th gears dropped out. I have owned it since new and have kept it maintained. I do not abuse it. The Ford dealer I bought it from (in Decatur, GA) went out of business just before my 30K mile warranty expired. And I never received any further notices about scheduled maintenance, but I kept up the oil changes at a local Valvoline. After taking the car to the closest transmission shop (Mr. Transmission), I was told the 2nd and 4th gears were "gone" and had to rebuild the transmission for $2,600; at 40K miles?

My car was made in 2001. Ford put a 2001 fuel pump and filter in and put a 2002 body on the car and then put a 2003 engine in the car. So when the car sputtered and then stalled out on a major road, I did not know what to do but ask for help to get the car into a lot so it could be towed to my mechanic. I come to find out that the parts were on recall but Ford tells me it was not because of the VIN but yet the parts in the car is a 2001 part. What am I supposed to do? It cost me $775 to fix the problem but to avail of the pump that was put in to the car, it burned up because it was the wrong one. They needed a 2001 not a 2002, so this cost me more money. Help me please. I need to clarify this.

Problem with 2000 Ford Focus ZX3: key will not go into ignition. I am looking at tow plus repairs.

I'm right there with the other 2000 Ford Focus owners. I, myself, have been trapped on three separate occasions due to the ignition cylinder no longer turning with the key in the ignition. We are about to replace the cylinder for the second time, this time with a different model and new keys. The total for this job will be over $300. Last time, we got one from another Focus in the junkyard and it was over about $150 as we had to put in an entire steering column and have it re-keyed to fit my original keys. Ford should be recalling these substandard ignitions and replacing them at their cost. What a hassle! I'm tired of getting stranded.

I bought my 2003 Focus brand new and have regretted it ever since. The brakes are horrible. Months after I bought it, they began to squeak. When I took it back to the dealership, the mechanic told me that because of the material they are made of, that's "normal." Every year I have to replace the brakes, rotors, pads and tires. I can't afford to start over with a new car note. It's the only reason I am keeping it. I wrote to Ford and they responded telling me they wanted to talk to me personally. In the end, they ended up being of no help. Never again will I buy Ford nor would I ever recommend it. This is ridiculous!

I bought a 2002 Ford Focus about 2 years ago. Loved the car until the ignition gave us problems. I had to replace the ignition after several service calls to the locksmith because the key would get stuck. Then one day, 4 months ago, the key wouldn't come out no matter what we did so we had to get a new ignition. Today, the car won't shut off. We don't have the money for a new car and spent $6,000 for this one 2 years ago. If we can't get it fixed, it's junk. I won't have a car to drive to work. We just about make our bills monthly and I don't have the money for a new car and getting it fixed again will cost several hundreds of dollars. Money I don't have.

I purchased a new 2000 Ford Focus from Cam Clark Ford and have been pleased with its performance but I have had the ignition cylinder replaced twice in the last four years, because it locked up solid.The cost was $300+ per time. This is obviously a design flaw and it is annoying and frustrating that Ford does not acknowledge this as a Recall item. I was fortunate both times to be "in civilization" but surely this must be recognized as an extremely hazardous flaw. Ford obviously recognized it as such because their new lines have eliminated this dangerous flaw. Wake up, Ford, this thing cannot be good for sales. Face up to your responsibilities.

I bought a Ford Focus 2004 in February of 2008. I have had the worse problems with my car. I had to change the ignition once. The electrical system has gone haywire. My truck button inside no longer works nor my door locks. Now my car motor is so loud and shaky it's scary. It sounds like the motor is about to drop. I took it to get it looked at, and guess what? I have two broken motor mounts. I am a single mother with 2 children trying to support them by working 8 hours a day everyday ever since I can remember. I can't afford to buy another car or even worse, I can't afford to not have a car. I'm still making payments. Please help!

Ignition lock locks up and key refuses to turn. This is the second time this has happened in less than 20,000 miles. The first time I was stranded for 2 and 1/2 hours waiting for a tow truck to tow my Ford Focus to the dealer. This time, I was stranded over an hour in 100 degree heat waiting for the tow truck. The internet is rife with consumers having the same problem with the Ford Focus. Why is there no recall to correct this obvious defect?

I bought a used 2000 Ford Focus and I have spent more money on this car since I had it. I did not know there were recalls on this make till I looked it up. It liked kill me twice by stalling out till I got someone to change what it was doing. This and I had to change all the front end and back. There was a loud humming noise and it was in the front and back. If I would have known what was recalled on this car, I would never have paid $4,500 for it. I have done spent the last two years about $3,500 on it. I could have bought one new that would be covered under their problem. What can a person do?

I bought a 2000 Ford Focus in 2004 and have had the ignition changed twice. The key gets stuck in the ignition for hours at a time. It was once stolen because I couldn't remove the key at the store. There is no recall for the ignition and I have paid lots of money because of this problem. This is why American car companies aren’t trusted and are going under. These substandard vehicles are pushed on hard working Americans like myself. The Ford Motor Company needs to accept responsibility for these defective vehicles. This experience has sent me running to Toyota and Honda without looking back.

I bought a Ford Focus in 2006 at a Ford dealership in St. Albans, WV. This car is a lemon. I have had problems with the brakes, alternator replaced 8 times, motor mounts, electrical system, lights, etc. No one can give me an answer or help. I still owe $3000 on the car and I can't afford to buy another one. I bought an extended warranty and they keep saying it's not covered under warranty. This car is the devil. I think Ford should have to answer for this and pull all models and makes of the Ford Focus off the road. It just loses power while you're driving without any warning. Someone help us with this Ford Focus situation, please.

The ignition locked up in the 2000 Ford Focus which I bought used in Oct 2007. I was able to jiggle the steering wheel and the key to un-jam. It happened again the next day and it's locked up tight. The key for this vehicle is Securelock Anti-theft - only a dealer can make this key and it costs a hefty $250.00. I have read several stories about this being a common problem and Ford refuses to acknowledge it as an issue.

I drove my daughter's 2005 Ford Focus to work, and when I attempted to leave after a long day of work, the ignition was stuck in place. I called two local Ford dealerships and was informed that this happens all the time on Ford vehicles. I was instructed to try and turn the wheel left to right to see if the ignition would slip back into place. I was also instructed to put the key in the ignition and hit it several times while trying to turn the wheel. None of these suggestions worked. I was then instructed to just have it towed to the dealer, since this type of work on Ford ignitions happens quite frequently. I called a locksmith for whom I had to wait 2 hours, while he completed another call on a Ford auto with an ignition switch that was also locked in place and had to be replaced.

I recently purchased a used 2001 Ford Focus. This car has had fuel system problems since I have owned it, with no end in sight. I have replaced the fuel filter, fuel pump, and oxygen sensor, and the stalling problem is worse than before.

I have a 2001 Ford Focus and just recently the ignition for some unknown reason has begun to lock up. The ignition locks, the anti-theft light blinks repeatedly, and the steering column locked. I sat for 4 hours trying to get the key to turn. I called the dealership and they said it was a common problem and would cost almost $500 to fix. Finally, after 4 hours of messing with the key and trying to get it to turn in the ignition, we were able to jerk it and it started. Now, it is sitting in my driveway and I am unable to drive it because who knows where else I will be stranded the next time and if it will even start again. After doing some research here on the internet, it turns out this is a common problem with Ford's tumblers or ignition and that they are not willing to do anything about it. I don't have the money to fix it and now I am stuck with a non-functional car. When will Ford step up to the plate and take responsibility for their parts and issue a recall?

My car is a Ford Focus 1.8L (A) Sedan purchased on April 30, 2007 in Malaysia. It has approximately 68000 km to date. The engine mounting near the timing belt has become faulty. Does this part break down so fast? The local Ford dealer informed me that there was no replacement part available, and the dealers said that they can probably get the parts in two or three weeks' time from June 12, 2009.

I bought my 2001 Ford Focus in the summer of 2001. Since then, I've had to have the EGR tube replaced and had to have the brakes replaced 3 times due to severe squealing. I've replaced the alternator the motor mounts and replaced the exhaust system gaskets due to another leak. My Focus makes really loud knocking sounds after accelerating and taking my foot off the pedal, and Harris Ford in Lynnwood, WA has told me that it's normal and that they are good cars. My car has under 90,000 miles on it and is running very rough. I still can't find the problem with it, and after reading all the other complaints about this year of Focus, I regret buying it.

Ford Focus at 19,458 miles, ignition froze. Ford refuses to pay costs to fix or admit there is a problem with ignitions on these cars.

I have 25,000 miles on 2003 Ford Focus and transmission is failing. After reading numerous online complaints about this particular vehicle, I would like to know about any lawsuits.

I have a 2007 Ford Focus. Both side door locks needed continuous lubrication or they would begin to stick and eventually freeze and fail. This happened to me (I was unaware that this problem existed). in a car that's only 2 years old! It cost me $272 to replace a driver's side door lock. I have to say that in all my years of owning vehicles (I am 56 now), I have never had to lubricate door lock mechanisms. Shouldn't there be a recall on these vehicles, so Ford can get this one right?

Ignition stuck, key won't turn. This is the third time. The first time, I was on a house hunting trip from Wyoming to San Diego, CA when my ignition froze in Beaver, Utah. I had to be towed over an hour to a Ford dealership to have it replaced with another faulty ignition. The last 2 times were in San Diego. This will be the last time I'll replace the garbage in my 2000 Ford Focus. This time, instead of towing to Ford to get it repaired, I think I'll tow it to the wrecking yard where it belongs. Loss of more than $2000 in parts, repairs, towing, hotel, misery of being stuck in Beaver, Utah.

My daughter's '03 Ford Focus ignition has jammed and will be charged between $100 - $360 to fix it. I cannot believe after reading many complaints, some on the same vehicle multiple times, that Ford Automotive Co. has not put out a recall.

I purchased this Focus SES new in 10/2007. The second week of ownership, I noticed unusual engine vibration and hesitation with start up, sometimes it would stall. The dealership had the car a few days and tried to duplicate the problem but according to my service advisor, they could not find anything wrong. A couple weeks went by then the car started doing it again but this time, it stalled so I brought it back, only this time it was towed in. They had the car for a week and they said we could not duplicate the problem but the car was a dead start and was towed in. Anyway when I got the car back, it went for an oil change and tire rotation but the car still vibrated and it needed a diagnostic because my airbag light was on for whatever reason. They fixed it and attempted to fix the engine by saying a motor mount cracked so they fixed that as well but of course, the problem started up again but only this time, the rear bumper skins clamps failed and the skin had to be replaced.

My ignition won't work. The key won't turn the ignition on. I'm relying on public transportation, while my car that's paid for in full is sitting parked in front of my house. I'm frustrated!

I bought my Focus from a used car dealer in Montgomery, AL with no warranty for the sum of $6000.00 plus taxes. The car had exactly 96,300 miles on it. It now has exactly 241,888 miles on it. My wife drives the car approximately 60 miles round trip back and forth to work daily. The only thing I’ve had to do is replace the valve cover gasket, thermostat housing gasket, replace brake disc, replace plugs and wires. The car runs like it's brand new, no smoke, no strange noises, nothing at all. The a/c still blows cold. The only thing wrong is the problem like the person had with the key getting stuck in the ignition. I just sprayed a little lubrication oil in it and yanked it out. Now it works fine. This car will have 400,000 miles on it before we park it for good if no car accident happens guaranteed! Most of the minor work I did was with the aid of one of those AutoZone car manuals. They only cost like $13.00 and all the procedures are simple. To all Focus owners out there, I would buy the manual and do the fixes myself. It's a whole lot cheaper and keep your oil changed which is very important in a small car. Thank you for listening to my comment.

I bought a used 2000 Ford Focus. The ignition locked up and I had a locksmith replace it. Three months later, the car died and will not crank. We probably have to replace it again. We checked the timing, put in new spark plugs, wires, new battery terminals, new grounding cables, checked the fuel injectors and also the coil pack. This is the only thing I can think of. We will be checking this out this weekend. Ford needs to stand by their products. If they would go ahead and recall this part, then all who are affected can get their vehicle fixed and maybe the complaints will subside.

I owned 3 Ford Focus. I currently have a ZX4. There have been many recalled parts on this car, as well as the others, over the past several years. Usually the problem is solved with minimal cost and time lost. Yesterday the ignition locked up without prior warning. The key would not work at all and the key casing with the computer chip broke off in my hand when trying to start the car. I was stranded and had to have the car towed on a flat bed to the dealership today. The Ford service manager at the dealership said that it was a faulty Ford part and this happens all the time. I asked if it was a recalled part and he said no, not yet, but charged me $500 for a new ignition switch plus labor and new programed key.

I bought my 2000 Focus ZTS in December of 1999. I have a stack of service papers and recalls that have had to be fixed more than one time on most things that is about a foot in height laid out flat! This car has been a nightmare! To this day, I only have 74,000 miles on this car. The fuel system has been replaced 5 times, and the coil springs on the front passenger side went out. I was told by a Ford mechanic that it was my driving that made it blow! Can you imagine?! I was told by multiple other mechanics that I could drive this car off a cliff, and the coil spring issue wouldn't have been my fault!

I have a 2001 Ford Focus and have had so many problems with it. The most recent problem was the key would not turn in the ignition and this left me stranded at night. I then got ripped off by a mobile mechanic who replaced the steering column, that was defective, which then I had to take to the Ford place. Now the cruise control doesn't work because the steering column was used and the coil was bad in it. I am so frustrated. It ended up costing me big time!

At 32,000 miles the alternator of my 2003 Ford Focus limited edition caught fire. The cost was $600.00 to fix. Then came a motor mount; ok, I tossed it off to the way my wife may drive. Next, rotted front routers. Next, cam sensor. Now, 30,000 miles later, the alternator caught fire, again $600.00. I am all done with Ford. If you went down the tubes today, I wouldn’t cry. Oh, did I mention I look up the parts? They’re German.

I have had many problems with the key ignition on my 2003 Ford Focus ZTS. I don't have a warranty anymore and I don't have the money to change a faulty cylinder. I have had problems going to work and school. I don't have a reliable car and my grades have suffered. I am a substitute teacher for KCUSD and I have no way to get to work when I am needed.

2002 Ford Focus was losing power; then the engine light came on. I took it to Auto Zone to get the code, then to Bill Dube Ford. They ran a diagnostic, could not find anything, and shut the code off. It was $90. Not 20 minutes later, it started losing power again. I took it back and they said that it had a faulty solenoid. I paid $520. Again, I left; it did it again. I spoke at length to the supervisor who basically told me it was a transmission. Now, this car has 38 thousand mile on it. He also suggested I trade it in and pray that whoever gets it doesn't realize it has a bad transmission. I think that is terrible. How do I pass this problem on to someone who doesn't know any better like me?! Ford needs to be accountable. Please help me, President Obama!

My 2001 Ford Focus SE has electrical and transmission problems. The car stalls a lot in the summer months. It constantly blows fuse F9 for engine and shuts down the entire car. It has been taken to the Ford dealership and came back with no codes. They send you on your way with a high bill for labor and an extra fuse. The transmission now ** in and out of drive as you are driving down the road. Highway driving in the car could be deadly due to this constant problem. I have been stranded on the highway several times. The high repair bill and the problem never goes away. The car is a lemon. I Googled it and there are a lot of people with similar and exact same problem with their Ford Focus. It's hard to believe that it is just coincidence.

I own a 2002 Ford Focus. On 12/19/08, I pulled into a gas station to get gas. It was snowing and slippery. As I was getting out of the car, I noticed smoke was coming from the heater. I quickly removed the car away from the pumps to a nearby snow bank in the gas station parking lot. I opened the hood and fire was coming out from the engine. I threw snow on the fire to get it out. The fire caused damage to the engine and hood. After having the car checked by experts, I found out that it was the pipe to the power steering fluid, which caused the fire. There was only 48,000 miles on the car when this happened. I have also had to put new everything on the front brakes at about 20,000 miles. Also new tires at about 30,000 miles; some would not balance. Since the fire, the hydraulic choke master cylinder was leaking. It leaked all over the carpet of the floor of the car in the front area.

We have a 2007 Ford Focus ZX3 that we bought new and have had less than two years. It has less than 28,000 km. on it. From the start, it has had a quirk where the key sometimes won't turn in the ignition and we have to jiggle it to make it work. Six months ago, it began stuttering and shaking if you applied the brakes and it would occasionally just die at stop lights. We took it in and they told us it was just a transmission fluid leak and they supposedly fixed it. Two weeks ago, we had to take it in again because the problem came back even worse, with stuttering and shaking every time the brakes are applied. There was a noticeable drip of transmission fluid. They replaced a gasket and said the glue must not have cured the first time.

Years ago, I read about a gentleman in the UK who carried a small hammer in his car to solve a loose connection on his battery. One day at the gas station, he used it to get the car started again but before setting off, he noticed a side light was out. Suspecting another dodgy connection, he tapped it and it came to life. A car mechanic, who had been observing all this, came across and said that while he was not interested in the car, if the hammer was ever for sale, he would very much like to buy it! Little did I think that I'd be carrying round a small hammer to get my 2001 Focus SE's ignition key to turn, which at just over 63,000 finally locked up. Four/five light taps and the key turns just like Richard said. Fantastic! And the slim upholstery hammer fits almost like it was designed to do in the door storage bin. Thank you, Ford!

I needed to be in court, and I went out to start my car. The key wouldn't turn and the steering wheel was locked. I only have 30,000 miles on my car, but looking online, it appears that this is a very common problem with the Ford Focus - how frustrating!

I bought a new Ford Focus car in 08/21/08. Three days later, I had to bring back the car because it leak all power steering oil. They fixed the car. Four months later, the radio burned out and stopped working. On 04/04/09, I brought the car for oil change and they found out that the water pump was leaking water. They had to keep the car to fix it. My worry is this - this car only has 5,600 miles and already has three problems. I need this car new so I can go to work or in case of any emergency, I can use it without worry. Now I don't feel safe in a car in this condition, especially a brand new car. I called them and talked to a man. He said that it's normal in any car and they can do nothing for me. Please, I heard that you Consumer Affairs are the only ones that can help me. Thanks.

My daughter broke down coming home from a friend's house due to the timing belt. $350 and two weeks later, her ignition switch goes. No one sees a problem with the Ford Focus, but I'll never buy another Ford.

I am really mad! My 2000 Ford Focus is my very first car that I have bought and I thought I was getting a great deal! I have only had my car for a little over a month and that stupid car won't start. I can't get the key to turn! We have tried everything and nothing is working. I can't afford not to go to work. I will lose my job and that idiot car decided not to work when I tried to start it up to take my kids to the daycare and go to work. I have tried wiggling the steering wheel and I have double checked that the car was fully in park. Nothing!

I had a 1994 Mercury Sable (which is Ford) and it recently started to leak antifreeze through the vents! I had to keep my windows rolled down in the winter time so my windows wouldn't fog up. So I bought a 2004 Ford Focus from a previous owner and fell in love with it. I haven't had it two weeks and the car is all locked. I can't turn the key; the steering wheel is locked and there was a spring on the ground. The manual says, "To fix the problem, put the key in accessory mode." How can I do that when the key won't even budge?! So now, I have to spend money I don't have on my car to get it fixed. I'm just lucky I didn't get stranded like others did on here. I was late for school though and am back to driving the Sable.

We had a 2201 Ford Focus SE. It was a great car. The only issue we had was the ignition locking up as reported by others. We called a locksmith and he replaced the ignition. I think it cost around $160. The locksmith stated that he was constantly replacing this part on Focus because of a design flaw in the locking mechanism and that those he replaced never had an issue again. This was our experience. We never had another problem. So when we needed a second car after totaling that Focus in an accident, we had no problem with buying another Focus, a 2007 ZX4 SE.

One day, I went out to my car, put the key into the ignition and tried turning the key. It was locked up. I tried everything! I then had to call a freaking tow truck and have them come pick up my car and take it to the nearest Ford dealership. They told me they greased it up, tried everything and it's not budging. They then proceeded to tell me that they need to drill it out because the ignition cylinder is jammed. It is going to cost me $380 to fix. I can't believe there are this many complaints about the ignition in Ford Focuses and there are no recalls.

One day, I went out to my car, put the key into the ignition and tried turning the key. It was locked up. I tried everything! I then had to call a freaking tow truck and have them come pick up my car and take it to the nearest Ford dealership. They told me they greased it up, tried everything and it's not budging. They then proceeded to tell me that they need to drill it out because the ignition cylinder is jammed. It is going to cost me $380 to fix. I can't believe there are this many complaints about the ignition in Ford Focuses and there are no recalls.

Like most of you, I've had awful problems with my focus. I won't mention the little things that broke immediately because I guess it's too much to ask for the A/C, back windows, heat, ignition (most of the time), radio, lights, even the trunk button to work. So, I'll get to the major problems. Well, first off, almost immediately the engine started sputtering. I called Ford, gave them my VIN and they told me there were recalls out on my vehicle and if I took them to Allan Vigil Ford in Fayetteville, GA, they would be fixed free.

I've read a lot about the 2003 Ford Focus and the problems it has, and the most common is hesitation or sputtering while accelerating. Well I have the same problem, and I don't want to go through what other people have already done. For example, spending thousands of dollars to be told that there is no problem, or they need a new transmission or engine. I want Ford to get to the bottom of this and diagnose what this common problem is. And they wonder why they can’t get returning customers. I have 57,000 miles and I should have no major problems that can’t be fixed. The car has never been beaten or misused. I am bringing the car in on Saturday and see what they say. I am sure it will be the same runaround as with every other person with the same problem. We need help!

I own a Ford Focus 2003. I have had to have the radio replaced twice. With under 60,000 miles on the car, Kraphol Ford did replace the radio the second time when my sister carried on the dealership about how unfair it was. I just replaced my ignition and trunk latch at the Kraphol Ford Dealer in Mt. Pleasant, MI for $328. This is just not right. I am a single driver and I do not treat my vehicle rough or out of the norm. The cost has been irritation, inconvenience, worry and money.

I bought a Focus ZX3 2001. The car has 46000 miles. I already have to replace the ignition system and the fuel pump. The engine light is on every time. It makes a horrible noise at the front of the car when the wheels run. The light bulbs have been replaced twice. I hate this car. I have to spend more money on the car than on my last car (Nissan 240sx). It seems to be that Ford is making a car that is worse than a car that was built by another manufacturer about 20 years ago.

2008 Ford Focus - I had to replace Pirelli tires on it before 19,000 miles. I take some of the responsibility for not having them rotated, but the dealership where I bought the vehicle didn't even remind me to rotate them when I had the vehicle in for oil changes! After forking over $400 plus for a new set and another $75 for a 4-wheel alignment, the service manager finally admitted to me that the 2008 has alignment problems - not unlike previous year models! Supposedly, Ford fixed this issue. At least they bragged about fixing it! The service manager told me the only solution is watching them carefully, rotating the tires and having alignments done. How convenient that every time I have to have an alignment done, it puts money in their pocket!

The ignition switch went bad and the key would not work. A common problem, I have found out. I had to tow the car to Hilltop Ford in Richmond, CA for repair.

I bought a 2006 Ford Focus wagon brand new a few years ago. It immediately made a clunking noise when going over bumps or on a right turn. I took it back to the dealer, Lighthouse Ford in Falmouth, MA and they could not find the problem despite keeping the car for a week. The owner told me that he was losing his shirt over my car. They replaced the struts and bearings and tore apart the steering column. My car was only a few months old with less than 25,000 miles on it. I was not happy about the steering column being tampered with because I feared damage had been done to it.

We have a 2002 Ford Focus and on New Year's Eve, we were left stranded at a gas station because the ignition switch wouldn't turn. We tried for a half hour before finally giving up. Thankfully, we were at a gas station connected to a restaurant I used to work at and a guy I knew was getting off work and gave us a ride home. Otherwise, we would have had to walk home (which is only a mile, but it was only about 5 degrees outside). We thought that it was just our car until my husband and his dad drove around looking for an open car place the next day, and a mechanic told him that Ford Focus were notorious for this happening. Ford has apparently not issued a recall, which I think is ridiculous because it is a real problem.