Two problems related to brake grinding noise 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.
While applying brakes there is a grinding noise coming from driver's side wheel. Dealership is aware of problem.
There was a grinding noise coming from brakes. Dealer replaced front brake pads. Also had increased braking distance. While driving about 10 mph, driver's rear wheel came off with drum still in it.