Three problems related to radiator 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.
Driving up freeway on ramp , while pressing on accelerator engine made loud noise. I pulled to the right emeregency lane open the hood. There was a hole on the block of my engine. Metal chunks were stuck on my radiator . I also picked up metal pieces on the on ramp. When inspected the damages at home the camshaft rod that holds the cam was broken.
When his wife started the vehicle and put it into drive, it suddenly accelerated. Consumer states that his wife was able to apply the breaks and the vehicle stopped, but it was scary. Consumer also stated that the vehicle runs hot. He says that he has had the heads and thermostat replaced,. He has also had the radiator flushed, but the vehicle continues to run hot. He states the mechanic can not find out why, and the vehicle still has the problem.
While traveling noticed radiator fluid leaking. Consumer had vehicle serviced. Technician stated radiator needed to be replaced due to a hole. Please provide further information.