Brake Disc Rotor problems of the 2001 Ford Focus

2001 Ford Focus rotors (front driver and passenger side) were shredded. The brake pads were only half worn.

Left brake pad and rotor completely worn after 24000 miles of gentle driving. Ford refused to cover the pads and rotor under the warranty. Customer service was not helpful or flexible.

2001 Ford Focus front brakes and rotors severely worn after 25,000 miles. Rotor and brake pads had to be replaced on both front tires by Ford dealer.

At around 36,000 miles I was told that my Ford Focus needs new rotors with the brake job. This is the first time I hear of rotors needing to be changed at this low milage. I had to pay for the new rotors.

Consumer complained about brake rotors problem. Rear brakes rotors were replaced on three separate occasions, but problem recurred.

I purchased a 2001 Ford Focus in Jan/2001. After 16000 miles my rotors cracked and had to be replaced along with other brake parts this repair was done on 10/15/02 and was covered by my warranty. After 30000 miles I began to hear a squeaking noise whenever I applied the brakes. At 30528 miles, on 03/05/04, I was informed by the oasis Ford dealership (old bridge, NJ) technician that my rotors had to be replaced along with other brake parts and because this was a wear problem, it was not covered by my very expensive warranty. I told him that the rotors were replaced only 14000 miles ago. He said that the problem was with the rotors provided by Ford motor company. He said they were too thin and could not be machined because that would reduce them below "specs". This repair would cost me $360. 00 now and, presumably, any future brake repair. The rotors appear to be of inferior quality and perhaps a safety issue. Please investigate. I am available for any follow-up questions you may have. Thank you for your assistance. Regards, ed barry.

Front brakes and rotors; I had 21k+ miles on my 2001 Ford Focus, the car would vibrate when braking, and specially downhill. I was informed by the dealer that I needed new brake pads, and "most likely rotors". That's ridiculous for such low miles. Fearing for my family safety I did replace the pads and rotors, but not with the dealer.

While braking, the consumer heard a loud squeaking noise coming from the brake rotors. The dealership informed the consumer that the front brake rotors were worn. The mechanic tried to repair the vehicle, but the problem continued.

Vehicle was taken to the dealer for a routine inspection, and mechanic determined that the rotors and master cylinder needed to be replaced, and replaced them three times due to worn out parts.

2001 Ford Focus serious brake problems. I bought a new 2001 Ford Focus se in may 2001. About 6 months after purchase I noticed a grinding noise. Ford replaced "cracked brake shoes" on the car and said it was covered under warranty. Its now October 2003, my air conditioning suddenly stopped working. Also my car was again making little squeaking noises when braking. So, I took it to a local Ford dealer who told me that at 22,000 miles my car brakes were totally shot, that it was completely unsafe to drive, I needed all new brakes and rotors immediately, and that I should not drive anywhere. There are several websites all with hundreds of other Ford Focus owners having the same problems. . Read more...

I have had my certified preowned Ford Focus zx3 for 10 months now. I have run it under normal driving conditions. I started having a a noise coming from the engine compartment and noticed a slight vibration on the steering wheel. I continued to drive it for a week, thinking that it may be a hard spot in the brak pad. I took it to a dealership a week later to have them inspect it, while it was still under new car warranty, and they stated that I needed new pads and rotors, service charge :$10. I checked them myself and noticed that the pads were still at 50%. I replaced the pads and rotors. The noise is still persistent, but the noise, according to Ford is normal. I wish there would be an investigation brought forward and a recall for all Ford Focus trim levels to service brake issues, such as premature wear (states on ordfocusbrakeproblems. Com).

Brake rotors needed to be turned at 18000 miles and failed at 23,300 miles. At 23,300 miles the rotors were below the minimum thickness requirement. The brake pads, however, showed only minimal wear. The dealer refused to award warranty to the brake components.

Premature brake pad and rotor replacements on front of Ford Focus sedan. Brakes replaced at 21,000 miles. I have never had to replace rotors on any car this early. Ford owners of Focus have listed this problem hundreds of times. Yet I know of no recall for this problem. Some have had it in less than 10,000 miles. This really needs to be looked into.

Front wheel rotors had to be replaced at 20,598 miles. Brakes were squealing from the time of purchase (new car), but we were told that they would "loosen up" and be okay --- they never did stop squealing. . When we inquired about any recall, we were told there were no recalls from the factory where the car was manufactured.

Car is a 2001 Focus with 21,000 miles. Upon braking, steering wheel shudders and vibrates. Was told that car needed new rotors as these were warped. No resolution through Ford motor company. No car should require brakes and rotors after only 21,000 miles of driving. Car actually started doing this at about 19,000 miles and has staedily worsened.

Front brake pads and rotors for my 2001 Ford Focus wagon need to be replaced after just 37,700 miles. The brakes on the car have squealed almost since day one (we purchased it new in August 2001), have had it in to the dealer for checking and repairs numerous times (mcmahon Ford, norwalk, CT) and they said it's normal for brakes to squeal, or that they can't replicate the problem, or that it's due to dust, or denied that they squealed at all. The repair place says the rotors cannot be turned and that the brakes were made to barely minimum standards. They are returning the worn parts. There was never any indication that the brakes were failing (for one thing, because of the permanent squeal) and the dealership did not find this problem the last time we had it in for a checkup before it went out of warranty, which is of the most concern to me.

2001 Ford Focus, w/ only 17,900 miles - brake pads and rotors shot. Ford will not cover under warranty, because they haven't determined this to be a defect. Ford Focus break/rotor defect.

I purchased a new Ford Focus in July of 2001. My wife uses the car to drive on the highway to and from work. We have had the car for 18 months and took the car to the laird noller dealership in lawrence for the 30,000 check up with 33,000 miles on the car. After spending $300 for the check up, we were told that the brake pads and rotors need to be replaced. I have spoken with two mechanics and have been told that the rotors should not need to be replaced on a car that is driven primarily on the highway since there is not a lot of stop and go driving. There a dozens of listings on the intert and the NHTSA website of the same complaint on their Ford Focus vehicles. I was told by the dealership that Ford puts thin rotors on the Focus to begin with so they have to be replaced very early. I was also learned from an employee at the dealership that the person that performed the service on our Focus has had trouble meeting his quota of upselling repairs on cars that come in for their check up. After picking up the car, the entire dashboard was shaking and the front tires were making noises. When we brought the car in it was fine , after we picked it up it sounded horrible. We called back up to the dealership and were told to drive it for a few days and it should be fine. After waiting the two days, the brake pads began to grind into the rotors and the car did not drive well at all. I have spoken with Ford and with the dealership and they have told me that there is nothing they can do for me and that I am responsible for the repairs. Ford knows that there is a problem with the rotars they are using on the Focus, but is not willing to do anything about it. I am worried that are not other problems with the car that may make it unsafe. I have two small children and am worried about driving them around in the car. I believe that with the number of complaints I have seen, Ford should be told to initiate a recall on the rotars.

The vehicle brake rotors are wearing and when the brakes are applied a heavy vibration can be felt followed by extended stopping distance. The dealer has been notified.

Apple Ford service department inspected my brakes and told me that the rear brake rotors were shot and needed to be replaced. The service department also told me all the brake pads, front and rear, had to be replaced. I have never had a new car whose rear brake rotors failed and needed to be replaced. My Focus was less than 2,000 miles out of warranty and Ford motor CO. Refused to help with the bill, $643. 00.

While applying the brakes there was a squeaking noise coming from the front/rear of the vehicle. The pedal had gone down and made a squeak noise. The front end bounced and vibrated due to the pinch bolt that retained the steering knuckled to the lower ball joint. (may not have the proper torque) there was a problem with the front end and rear. The wheel was replaced, the flat tire was balanced and the beam worked okay. The vehicle made noise when released from park mode, stop, and was intermittent. (has been adjust 3-4 times but would go back to the same thing).

Dealer indicated that front rotors were defective, having deep ridges, causing different thickness through the rotors. Rotors couldn't be turned due to such bad shape. Brakes were squeaking excessively prior to taking vehice in. Dealer aware of problem. Please provide more information.

When braking vehicle would vibrate, dealer replaced front rotors due to warping. Then replaced rotors again on 15 Sep. 2001 for the same problem. Nlm.

Noise in left front. Pedal pulsation. Dealer turned rotors. Noise didn't leave, pulsation did. 3k miles noise still there, pedal pulsation again. Replaced rotors. Noise didn't stop, pulsation did. 4. 9k miles noise and pulsation, dealer replaced rotors and left caliper. Both stopped. Add'l 200 miles, noise began. 6. 7k miles pulsation is back. Dealer says problem not with car but will investigate.

The rotors had to be replaced at a low mileage.

Brakes were applied at 35 mph, and brake pedal went to the floor. Consumer was forced to down shift to first gear to avoid an accident, and come to a stop.

The front brake rotors have worn excessively along with pads with low mileage . Nlm.