One problem related to steering is tight has 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.
The contact owns a 2000 Ford Focus. While driving 35 mph, the contact could physically move the steering column up and down through the steering wheel. The steering wheel was loose and was tightened at an independent mechanic's shop. Most recently, the contact discovered that the steering column needed to be replaced. The Ford dealer was unable to find any failures, but an independent auto shop performed a diagnostic. Ford informed the contact that the vehicle was too old for them to assist, despite its low mileage. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000.