Six problems related to engine cooling system have been reported for the 2002 Ford Focus. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Ford Focus based on all problems reported for the 2002 Focus.
On my 2002 Ford Focus, the thermostat housing began leaking coolant when the thermostat housing gasket against the engine block failed. This is a common problem on various years of the Focus as verified by the comments of the Ford motor CO. Parts sales people in saying that they sell many of the thermostat housings, and also by blogs on internet chat lines. The rubber gasket swells when it comes in contact with oil and breaks off the inner gasket-support ring, allowing the leak to happen. It is a poor design that can lead to major problems such as environmental pollution and engine failure. I would be glad to mail the affected part to you for your examination. It is amazing how completely the support ring failed, and the condition of the gasket that is not compatible with oil which leaks from the valve cover above. The part could easily be redesigned to use a standard o-ring for the seal, which is resistant to oil, and seals better. The current gasket is more like a rubber band that is held in place by the inside rim which breaks off.
In the last 5 years I have replaced a air conditioning hose 3 times ! my mechanic claims it to be a bad design and he sees it often with this model and year Ford Focus 2002.
- on December 18th of 2006 while coming out a drive-thru, contact states that the engine thermostat went above normal . The gauge temperature reached the top of the register. The contact stated in order for her engine not to over heat she had to drive at a speed of 45mph. The contact currently has the vehicle at the dealership and they stated that the problem with the vehicle is that the resistor that controls the cooling had burned out and part of the harness had melted. The contact states that she has been on the NHTSA website and there are 24 similar complaints. If the invoice for repair is needed contact can provide a copy of the invoice.
2002 Ford Focus se engine stalled. Consumer had the fuel pump replaced expecting to remedy the problem. Once the consumer arrived at the gas station and began to fill the gas tank there was a puddle of oil underneath the vehicle, it was then determined the dealer installed the gas tank incorrectly which caused the leak. . On the third occasion, while driving, the engine stalled and restarted and the automatic transaxle/cooling system light illuminated on the dashboard and then went off.
Pulley bolts on water pump loosened, two fell out. Belt pulley twisted, belt frayed and water pump froze. Dealer replaced water pump housing, pulley, bolts, belt and anti / fz. Mr.
Water pump went out and loosened which caused fan to hit it continuously. Noise in brake pedal, reported 3 times, dealer has no idea what it is. It has gotten louder. They hear it but don't know what it is.