54 problems related to battery cable have been reported for the 2000 Ford Focus. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Ford Focus based on all problems reported for the 2000 Focus.
Nhtsa#02-v-288-000:the dealer did not perform the recall on consumer's vehicle.
The steering wheel had a knocking sound. There was a recall on the battery cable, and the pinch bolt has caused a lot of problems. (the problem still exists) the vehicle will knock when turned to the left. The front axle bearings were damaged along with the seal. The battery cables had a short circuit and the cables still have a corrosion problem. The vehicle stalled while driving, the steering wheel locked, and when the vehicle is turned off, it won't start, you must allow to cool down. The consumer felt that this is a fire hazard/recall #02v288000 scc.
The battery cable (part #14301) shorted out, causing the car not to start as well as other minor electrical issues. I found the part was recalled for my vehicle(NHTSA campaign id number: 02v288000), and contacted Ford. They had said that the car/part was not covered by the recall since my car was made in Nov 99, and the recall only covers cars made after Jan 2000. I just wanted to make it know that I experienced (and paid for) the failure and suggest that earlier made cars may be having the same issue. Dt.
Something was burning while driving, after parking found battery cable was burning. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.
I have had my car for one year and five months. I have replaced the fuel pump a month after purchase, twice within two months. My gas lines have fallen off the car, causing the neighborhood to be filled with fumes. Stalls while driving, not matter the speed,dealership said they fixed the issue, still ongoing. Car hesistates to go at times. Often the inside of the car smells like gas. Hard to put car in reverse and other gears, often pops out of gear. Recently replaced clutch cable, tech says the clutch is fine. Replaced the brakes and rotors after being told they were fine, two weeks later the rotors were gone. Brakes continue to squeak. Windshield is not sealed, you can hear air blowing in while driving. Had a burning smell from under hood was told there was no problem, only to get a recall, and my cables were melted. Brake lights always out, when I replace one the other goes out. I have contacted Ford motor company, and dealership, both tell me I have to keep getting repairs. I asked Ford motor company to buy the car back, and they refused. I feel this car is not safe, I hate driving it.
I sent this letter to Ford in may of 2000 I purchased a Ford Focus, thinking it would be a safe, low maintenance car, considering it had been in europe since 1997. I would think this would be plenty of time to work out any bugs you may have. Or, should I call them recalls. I think a car that has 16 recalls, most of them which I would consider safety issues, should be recalled entirely. I have had other issues with this car as well. My key would not turn, seat belts locking for no reason, door handles not opening the door (this is all happening again). And one that has not been addressed, brakes. I am now on my third set of front rotors since I have purchased the car. The same thing has happened every time. The driver side rotor and pad will wear completely down yet the passenger side will be just fine. I have talked to other Focus owners and the same thing is happening. I still have my last set of rotors just to prove it. I got Smart this time and bought replacements that were not made by you. Stop tech cross drilled rotors and ebc greenstuff kevlar pads. I also replaced the driver side caliper with a non-Ford replacement. I want out of this car because I feel it is unsafe. I also would like to warn other Focus owners that this car is unsafe. You also had better not send me to the dealership again. What does the dealership have to do with the production of an unsafe car? nothing, except that they sell it. I am not putting up with Ford pushing me around or giving me the run around either. This car is extremely unsafe and should not be on the road. I did not do this before but this time you leave me no choice. This letter will be sent to as many bad product websites as I can find. It will also be sent to NHTSA, consumer reports and the better business bureau. You did not do anything with my previous complaint and now there are more issues with this product that not only concern safety, but the life of the car. Something will be done.
Positive battery cable is burning off insulation. Consumer states that the positive battery cable harness has gotten so hot that it has burned the red plastic cable cover black and has caused the battery to bulge out as if it could burst, consumer states the positive wire was cut from the battery past terminal and there has not been any problems as of yet, also transmission fluid was leaking at the case half, also the front struts were replaced.
2000 Ford Focus. Car would not start 9/11/03. Nothing was left on to drain the battery. Aaa called. Applied pressure to battery cables. Was not making connection. Wires frayed to cable. Finally started when cable was turned and twisted just so.
The vehicle failed to start. The consumer then discovered the battery was dead, and the terminal was corroded. Also the brake lights were inoperative.
Battery cable experienced the same defect as stated in recall 02 v 288 000, but this vehicle not covered under recall due to VIN.
The vehicle failed to start, the dealer rerouted the battery cable.
The vehicle failed to start, the dealer rerouted the battery cables.
After the recall for the battery cable 02 v 288 000, was performed, a week later the vehicle caught on fire.
The recalls on vehicle had failed after mechanic indicated that the recalls were not needed in dry climate and refused to do them. Had taken vehicle back to dealership at least 3 times for repairs. The mechanic had supposed to have ordered parts each time but failed to do so. Needed parts for the battery cable (recall campaign #02v288000), the rear wheel bearings recall campaign #01i017000 and the ball joints. Parts were never ordered.
Consumer was informed no parts were available regarding the battery cables recall # 02v288000.
The vehicle failed to start, the dealer rerouted the battery cables. The vehicle also had suspension and transmission problems ph.
The consumer was informed that the manufacturer did not give the dealer the code to perform the battery cable recall 02 v 288 000.
No parts were available regarding the recall for the battery cables recall 02 v 288 000.
Battery cable shorted out. Also, there were some broken wires in the electrical system. Recalls were issued for both of these failures. The manufacturer indicated tht the consumer's vehicle was not included in the recalls due to VIN. The throttle body cable malfuntioned.