2000 FORD FOCUS — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

5,152

Owner Complaints

358 Crashes 171 Fires 50 Deaths

18

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

171

Service Bulletins

8

Investigations

Overview of the 2000 FORD FOCUS

The 2000 FORD FOCUS has received a total of 5,152 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 18 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS, EXTERIOR LIGHTING. 171 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical Systemignition (538 complaints), Electrical Systemignitionswitch (476 complaints), and Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump (181 complaints).

Recalls for the 2000 FORD FOCUS

NHTSA has recorded 18 recalls for the 2000 FORD FOCUS, potentially affecting up to 4,188,323 vehicles.

Recall 12E007000 — EQUIPMENT

| 10,006 vehicles affected

Defect: RIDE CONTROL, LLC (RIDE CONTROL) IS RECALLING CERTAIN READYMOUNT ASSEMBLIES, P/N 746641MT AND 746646MT, WITH CORRESPONDING AFTERMARKET CUSTOMER PART NUMBERS: GABRIEL G56944 AND GABRIEL G56945, AND PRIVATELY BRANDED PARTSMASTER WITH PART NUMBERS G68944 AND G68945. THE READYMOUNT ASSEMBLIES WERE SOLD AS AFTERMARKET SERVICE EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON CERTAIN 2000 THROUGH 2005 FORD FOCUS VEHICLES. THESE ASSEMBLIES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH A...

Consequence: IF THE ASSEMBLY SEPARATES DURING INSTALLATION, IT COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO THE INSTALLER. IF THE ASSEMBLY SEPARATES WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, IT COULD RESULT IN SECONDARY DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE AND POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: RIDE CONTROL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND WILL SET UP PROCEDURES TO INSPECT, REPAIR, AND/OR REPLACE THE AFFECTED PARTS WITHOUT CHARGE TO THE OWNER. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 30, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT RIDE CONTROL AT 1-800-999-3903.

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Recall 09E025000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

| 42,540 vehicles affected

Defect: DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.

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Recall 09E012000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 16,270 vehicles affected

Defect: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

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Recall 08E050000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

| 1,921 vehicles affected

Defect: K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.

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Recall 06E049000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 27,176 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

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Recall 06E026000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 61,944 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

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Recall 05V030000 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

| 589,932 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES WITH FOUR OR FIVE DOORS AND ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, A BUILD-UP OF CORROSION AT THE PAWL PIVOT AREA OF THE REAR DOOR LATCH...

Consequence: IF NOT LATCHED PROPERLY, THE DOOR MAY OPEN WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. IF AN OCCUPANT FELL OUT OF THE VEHICLE, PERSONAL INJURIES COULD OCCUR.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL HAVE A LOWER ROCKER SEAL ADDED TO THE DOOR AND HAVE THE REAR DOOR LATCHES EVALUATED FREE OF CHARGE. A LATCH THAT PASSES THE EVALUATION WILL BE LUBRICATED TO PREVENT FUTURE CORROSION. A LATCH THAT DOES NOT PASS...

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Recall 03V482000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

| 671,000 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, CONTAMINATION OF THE FILTER IN THE FUEL DELIVERY MODULE (FDM) CAN REDUCE, AND EVENTUALLY BLOCK, THE FLOW OF FUEL TO THE ENGINE.

Consequence: THIS MAY CAUSE ENGINE HESITATION, LOSS OF POWER, SURGING, AND OTHER SIMILAR SYMPTOMS. OVER TIME, THE FILTER MAY BECOME SUFFICIENTLY BLOCKED TO CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy: THIS ACTION IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN AND IS NOT BEING CONDUCTED UNDER THE SAFETY ACT. ALL OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FDM WITH A NEW DESIGN AT NO CHARGE IF THE...

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Recall 02V289000 — STEERING:LINKAGES

| 446,569 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES HAVE LOOSE PINCH BOLTS THAT SECURE THE LOWER CONTROL ARM TO THE STEERING KNUCKLE HAVE BEEN REPORTED.

Consequence: LOOSE PINCH BOLTS COULD EXHIBIT NOISE, VIBRATION AND, IN EXTREME CASES IF LEFT UNCORRECTED, SEPARATION OF THE JOINT OR FRACTURE OF THE BALL JOINT STUD, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING KNUCKLE PINCH BOLT FOR TIGHTNESS AND CORRECT AS NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 10, 2003. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.

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Recall 02V288000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

| 291,854 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ZETEC ENGINES, LOOSE OR BROKEN ATTACHMENTS AND MISROUTED BATTERY CABLES COULD LEAD TO CABLE INSULATION DAMAGE.

Consequence: THIS, IN TURN, COULD CAUSE THE BATTERY CABLES TO SHORT RESULTING IN HEAT DAMAGE TO THE CABLES. BESIDES HEAT DAMAGE, THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT MAY ILLUMINATE, THE VEHICLE MAY FAIL TO START, OR SMOKE, MELTING, OR FIRE COULD ALSO OCCUR.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BATTERY CABLES FOR THE CONDITION OF THE CABLE INSULATION AND PROPER TIGHTENING OF THE TERMINAL ENDS. AS NECESSARY, CABLES WILL BE REROUTED, RETAINING CLIPS INSTALLED, AND DAMAGED BATTERY CABLES REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 10, 2003....

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Recall 01I017000 — WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

| 238,653 vehicles affected

Defect: THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 2000-2001 FORD FOCUS PASSENGER VEHICLES, ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, KENTUCKY, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIOM, PENNSYLVANIA,...

Consequence: THE WHEEL BEARINGS COULD PREMATURELY WEAR AND CAUSE A NOTICEABLE NOISE. IF NOT REPAIRED, THIS CONDITION COULD PROGRESS TO THE POINT WHERE THE WHEEL BEGINS TO WOBBLE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR WHEEL BEARINGS AT NO COST TO THE CONSUMER. ADDITIONAL BEARING SEALS WILL ALSO BE INSTALLED TO ENSURE A SMOOTH RIDE. THIS PROGRAM WILL BE IN EFFECT UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2002, REGARDLESS OF MILEAGE. EVEN IF...

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Recall 01V258000 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

| 1,083,000 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND LIGHT AND MEDIUM DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. A SWITCH LOCATED IN THE PLASTIC COVER OF THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COULD MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN LOSS OF INTERMITTENT WIPER FUNCTION, LOSS OF WIPER PARK FUNCTION, COMPLETE LOSS OF WIPER FUNCTION, OR IGNITION OF THE PLASTIC COVER MATERIAL. SWITCH MALFUNCTION IS MOST...

Consequence: LOSS OF VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DATE CODE ON THE WIPER MOTOR. MOTORS BUILT WITH THE SUSPECT TIME FRAME WILL HAVE THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COVER REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 20, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED...

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Recall 00V418000 — SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER

| 95,000 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: STATION WAGONS AND 3-DOOR VEHICLES. THE SUBJECT VEHICLES HAVE A FOLDING 60/40 SECOND SEAT THAT BECOMES A LOAD FLOOR IN THE FOLDED POSITION. WHEN THE 60% PORTION OF THE SEAT IS FOLDED DOWN AND A LOAD IS APPLIED TO THE FRONT EDGE OF THE LOAD FLOOR, THE OUTBOARD HINGE PIVOT COULD DISENGAGE FROM THE HINGE.

Consequence: IF THE SEAT IS THEN RETURNED TO THE UPRIGHT POSITION WITHOUT RE-ENGAGING THE HINGE PIVOT, THE SEAT AND SEAT BELTS MAY NOT PROVIDE THE INTENDED LEVEL OF PERFORMANCE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REVISED SEAT BACK HINGE PIVOT.

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Recall 00V411000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

| 74,500 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. A DECKLID WIRE HARNESS CAN FATIGUE AND DEVELOP BROKEN WIRES IN THE BEND AREA OF THE WIRE HARNESS.

Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN EITHER A LOSS OF INDIVIDUAL LAMP FUNCTIONS, OR IN THE CASE OF A SHORT OF THE BROKEN WIRES THAT CAUSES A FUSE TO OPEN, IN THE LOSS OF STOP LAMP OR TAIL LAMP FUNCTION. LOSS OF STOP LAMP OR TAIL LAMP FUNCTION COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DECKLID WIRE HARNESS.

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Recall 00V218000 — STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

| 276,500 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." THE RESULTANT HIC(D) VALUE AT ONE TARGET LOCATION AP1, LOCATED ON THE TRIM PANEL AT THE JUNCTURE OF THE A-PILLAR AND ROOF SIDE RAIL, MAY BE GREATER THAN DESIGN INTENT.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, AN OCCUPANT CONTACTING THAT LOCATION MAY NOT BE PROVIDED THE INTERIOR IMPACT PROTECTION INTENDED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE B-PILLAR AND A-PILLAR TRIM PANELS, REVISE THE HEADLINER EDGE NEAR THE TOPS OF THE A-PILLARS TO ACCEPT THE NEW A-PILLAR TRIM PANELS WITH THEIR ENERGY ABSORBING TUBES, AND INSTALL THE NEW A-PILLAR...

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Recall 00V302000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES

| 28,800 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. A SPEED CONTROL CABLE COULD HAVE A CORE WIRE THAT IS LONG ENOUGH TO CATCH ON THE SLEEVE AT THE THROTTLE BODY END OF THE CABLE DURING WIDE-OPEN THROTTLE ACCELERATION.

Consequence: A THROTTLE THAT DOES NOT RETURN TO IDLE COULD RESULT IN REDUCED VEHICLE CONTROL AND, POTENTIALLY, A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 12, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE...

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Recall 00V303000 — WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

| 203,700 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE REAR WHEEL HUB RETAINING NUTS CAN LOOSEN AND ALLOW THE LEFT REAR WHEEL AND BRAKE DRUM ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.

Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR WHEEL BEARINGS AND INSTALL A REAR WHEEL RETENTION CAP TO PREVENT LEFT REAR WHEEL SEPARATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 12, 2000. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE...

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Recall 99V346000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

| 28,958 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL. THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE END FITTING CAN ALLOW WATER TO ENTER THE SPEED CONTROL SERVO ASSEMBLY. IF THIS OCCURS, CORROSION IN THE SERVO ASSEMBLY COULD DEVELOP AND CAUSE INTERMITTENT SPEED CONTROL OPERATION OR PREVENT THE THROTTLE FROM RETURNING TO IDLE.

Consequence: A THROTTLE THAT DOES NOT RETURN TO IDLE COULD RESULT IN UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPEED CONTROL CABLE (WITH A NEW CABLE THAT INCORPORATES A GLASS-FILLED END CAP) AND INSPECT THE ASSEMBLY FOR INTERNAL CORROSION. SERVOS WITH EVIDENCE OF CORROSION WILL ALSO BE REPLACED. OWNERS ARE ADVISED NOT TO USE THE...

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Owner Complaints for the 2000 FORD FOCUS

5,152 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2000 FORD FOCUS. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 538 7 Crashes 4 Fires 3 Injuries 3 Deaths
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 476 5 Crashes 1 Fire 1 Injury
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 181 5 Crashes 3 Fires 2 Injuries 4 Deaths
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 170 5 Crashes 13 Fires 2 Injuries 2 Deaths
Electrical System
Complaints: 157 5 Crashes 19 Fires 3 Injuries 2 Deaths
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 147 4 Crashes 12 Fires 5 Injuries 2 Deaths
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 121 4 Crashes 12 Fires
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 118 18 Crashes 9 Injuries
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 114 90 Crashes 6 Fires 59 Injuries 4 Deaths
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 114 1 Crash 1 Injury
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 101 9 Crashes 2 Fires 4 Injuries
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 95 4 Crashes 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 94 7 Crashes 2 Fires 2 Deaths
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 93 3 Crashes 3 Fires 1 Injury 2 Deaths
Suspensionfrontspringscoil Springs
Complaints: 90
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 84 1 Crash 1 Injury
Tires
Complaints: 78 8 Crashes 1 Injury
Suspension
Complaints: 76 7 Crashes 3 Fires 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 73 13 Crashes 2 Fires 10 Injuries
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 63 5 Crashes 1 Fire 2 Injuries
Air Bags
Complaints: 62 32 Crashes 1 Fire 26 Injuries 1 Death
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 62 3 Crashes 1 Fire 1 Injury 2 Deaths
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 61
Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
Complaints: 56
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 52 1 Injury
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 51 1 Fire 1 Injury
Steering
Complaints: 49 2 Crashes
Wheels
Complaints: 49 5 Crashes 2 Fires 5 Injuries 2 Deaths
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 47 5 Crashes 2 Injuries
Electrical System12v24v48v Batterycables
Complaints: 46 9 Fires
Power Train
Complaints: 45 1 Crash 1 Fire
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 43 2 Crashes 2 Fires 2 Injuries 4 Deaths
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 40 4 Crashes 2 Injuries
Steeringcolumn Lockinganti Theft Device
Complaints: 39
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 37 1 Crash
Suspensionmultiple Axle
Complaints: 37
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 36 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Equipment
Complaints: 34 2 Crashes 2 Fires 2 Deaths
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 33 1 Crash 11 Fires
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 33 5 Fires
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 33 1 Crash 1 Fire 1 Injury 2 Deaths
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrum
Complaints: 32
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 29 1 Crash
Latcheslockslinkagestrunk Lidlock
Complaints: 29 4 Crashes 2 Fires 2 Injuries 4 Deaths
Structurebody
Complaints: 29 5 Crashes 3 Injuries
Power Trainclutch Assembly
Complaints: 28 1 Crash
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 26 1 Crash 16 Fires 1 Injury
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 26
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 26 1 Crash
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 25 1 Crash 2 Fires
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 25
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
Complaints: 24
Structure
Complaints: 23 1 Crash 1 Injury
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 23 4 Crashes 3 Injuries
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 22 2 Crashes 1 Fire
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 21 1 Crash 1 Fire 2 Deaths
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 20 1 Crash 1 Fire
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 19 6 Fires
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 18 1 Crash
Vehicle Speed Controlcables
Complaints: 18 3 Crashes 1 Injury 2 Deaths
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 17 3 Crashes 1 Fire 4 Injuries
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 17 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 17 1 Crash 1 Fire
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 16
Engine
Complaints: 16 4 Fires
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 16
Equipmentelectrical
Complaints: 15 1 Crash
Steeringlinkages
Complaints: 15 4 Crashes 1 Injury
Structurebodytrunk Lid
Complaints: 15
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 14 1 Fire
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 14 1 Fire
Fuel System Otherdeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 14
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 14 1 Crash 2 Fires 2 Injuries 2 Deaths
Seats
Complaints: 14 1 Crash 1 Injury
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 14 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 13 1 Crash
Seat Belts
Complaints: 13 5 Crashes 1 Fire 3 Injuries 2 Deaths
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 13 2 Crashes 1 Fire 3 Injuries
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 13 2 Crashes 1 Fire 3 Injuries
Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System
Complaints: 11
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumdrum
Complaints: 11
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 11 2 Crashes
Vehicle Speed Controllinkages
Complaints: 11 1 Crash
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 10 1 Crash 1 Fire
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 10 2 Fires
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 9 7 Crashes 7 Injuries
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
Complaints: 9 1 Crash
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 9 1 Crash 1 Injury
Suspensionfrontmacpherson Strut
Complaints: 9
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 8
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 8 3 Crashes 1 Injury
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 8 1 Crash
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevices
Complaints: 8 1 Injury
Wheelshub
Complaints: 8
Electrical Systemwiring Rear Compartmenttrunk
Complaints: 7 1 Fire
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 7 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Service Brakes Airantilock
Complaints: 7 2 Crashes
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 7
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 7 1 Fire
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 7 1 Fire
Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftcontrol Module
Complaints: 6
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
Complaints: 6 1 Crash
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 6
Latcheslockslinkageshatchbackliftgatelock
Complaints: 6
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm
Complaints: 6
Seat Beltsrearother
Complaints: 6 1 Crash 1 Fire 2 Injuries 2 Deaths
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 6
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 5
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 5
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 5
Exterior Lightingtail Lights
Complaints: 5
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
Complaints: 5 1 Crash 1 Injury
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
Complaints: 5
Power Trainclutch Assemblypedalhand Levermotorcycle
Complaints: 5
Power Traindrivelineconstant Velocity Joint
Complaints: 5 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 5
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumshoeslinings
Complaints: 5
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 5
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 5 1 Crash
Fuel System Gasolinecarburetor System
Complaints: 4
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systeminjectors
Complaints: 4
Parking Brakeconventional
Complaints: 4 1 Crash 1 Injury
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines
Complaints: 4
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
Complaints: 4 2 Crashes
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumwheel Cylinders
Complaints: 4
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
Complaints: 4
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Arm
Complaints: 4 3 Crashes 2 Injuries
Suspensionfrontshock Absorber
Complaints: 4
Suspensionrearspringscoil Springs
Complaints: 4
Wheelsrim
Complaints: 4
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
Complaints: 3
Equipmentmechanicalaccessory Scissorscrewbottle Jacklift
Complaints: 3
Exterior Lightingheadlightsswitch
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Exterior Lightingturn Signalflasher Unit
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Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaft
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Seatsmidrear Assembly
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Steeringlinkagesknucklespindlearm
Complaints: 3 1 Crash
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint
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Suspensionfrontspringsair Suspension System
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Suspensionrearshock Absorber
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Tiressidewall
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Visibility
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Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesinterior
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Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherswitchwiring
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Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
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Electrical Systemhorn
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Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemfan
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Equipmentelectricalanti Theft Devices
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Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailerlpg Systemstank Valvegauge
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Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lights
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Exterior Lightingheadlightshighlow Beam Dimmer Switch
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Latcheslockslinkageshoodlatch
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Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
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Tiresvalve
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Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
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Exterior Lightingbrake Lightsswitch
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Structurebodybumpers
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Structurebodyhood
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Most Recent Complaints

#11570096 | WHEELS:HUB | | 202,000 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power in the middle of the road. The contact allowed the vehicle to sit for several minutes and then restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed passenger’s side rear-wheel bearing, and a failed brake drum. The contact was informed that the passenger’s side rear-wheel bearing, and brake drum needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that within a week the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that the failure had occurred three times, and two times the vehicle had to be towed. The contact stated that a local dealer owner went to the residence and inspected the vehicle. The contact was informed that the rear passenger’s side wheel had a lot of play. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 202,000.
#11429848 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | | N/A miles
I've been experiencing an electrical issue. I have lost power to my break lights completely. There was no warning lights or signs at all. I was pulled over and made aware by a police officer that my break light were out. I proceeded to try to replace the light itself which did not work, it only continues to blow the dust when I try. I had a mechanic inspect it and he told me there seems to be a short or possible broken wire somewhere in the wiring harness.
#11429848 | SERVICE BRAKES | | N/A miles
I've been experiencing an electrical issue. I have lost power to my break lights completely. There was no warning lights or signs at all. I was pulled over and made aware by a police officer that my break light were out. I proceeded to try to replace the light itself which did not work, it only continues to blow the dust when I try. I had a mechanic inspect it and he told me there seems to be a short or possible broken wire somewhere in the wiring harness.
#11373508 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | 112,000 miles
WHEN IN IDLE, THE VEHICLE SHAKES, AND SOMETIMES STALLS. SOMETIMES I'M ABLE TO GET POWER BACK IN IT IF I PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND TAP THE GAS PEDAL.
#11349061 | ENGINE | | 45 miles
MY CAR IS STALLING ITS JUMPING WHEN I TAKE OFF. I GET STRANDED AT CONVIENT STORES, DOCTORS APPOINTMENTS. AFTER I GET IT UP TO 60 MPH ITS OK

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Safety Rating for the 2000 FORD FOCUS

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2000 FORD FOCUS in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2000 FORD FOCUS

Ford Motor Company has issued 171 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2000 FORD FOCUS. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

18477 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

HARSH TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT AND OR DTC P0705. *EH

18425 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NO CRANK ON START CHARGING SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR ON DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS AND OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON. *EH

18413 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

UNABLE TO REMOVE IGNITION KEY - SERVICE TIP. *TT

TSB160067 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Safety recall 05S27 - Rear door latch corrosion - requests for recall service action - built on or before 01/26/2005

TSB160067 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

Safety recall 05S27 - Rear door latch corrosion - requests for recall service action - built on or before 01/26/2005

18321 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

HARSH TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT AND OR DTC P0705. *EH

04215 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

DIFFICULTY CHANGING GEARS - UNABLE TO ENGAGE GEARS. *TT

18273 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

A/C CONDENASTION LEAK. *EH

0455 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL

TURN SIGNAL CANCEL CONCERN. *TT

17282 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

HARSH TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT WITH POSSIBLE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0705 (TR CIRCUIT FAILURE). *TT

Showing 10 of 171 technical service bulletins.

NHTSA Investigations for the 2000 FORD FOCUS

NHTSA has opened 8 investigations into potential safety defects in the 2000 FORD FOCUS.

Investigation EA04023 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH Closed

Opened:

REAR DOOR LATCH FAILURE

Investigation PE04033 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH Closed

Opened:

REAR DOOR LATCH FAILURE

Investigation EA02014 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Closed

Opened:

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES

Investigation PE02044 — SUSPENSION Closed

Opened:

FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARM

Investigation PE02040 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Closed

Opened:

ENGINE STALLING

Investigation PE02032 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Closed

Opened:

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES

Investigation PE02020 — AIR BAGS Closed

Opened:

AIR BAG BURN INJURIES/VEHICLE FIRES

Investigation PE02016 — WHEELS Closed

Opened:

REAR WHEEL BEARING

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