Seven problems related to gasoline engine 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.
Sessler does not seem to care I am not satisfied with their decision to replace the engine. My faith is shaken in the Focus completely.
This is the third occasion that this particular problem has happened. Neither the Ford motor company or my Ford dealer are able to explain or offer any rectification of this particulary dangerous problem. No safety defect listed for above vehicle.
Driving down freeway at 70, engine cut out completely. Was able to restart briefly, but engine died after idling for 20 seconds. All other electrical systems work. Engine turns over, but will not fire. Not a problem with fuel cap, no fuel or fuel shutoff valve.
Consumer states while driving from 35 or more mph the vehicle would intermittently cut off without warning, the vehicle has been to the dealer on three occasions and they were unable to duplicate the problem, the consumer feels excessive heat on his feet while driving, the dealer indicated that all shields are in place, sunroof button is ionperative.
2002 Ford Focus completely shutdown while driving 40 mph and did not start up. Towed to albion Ford for repairs. Albion Ford "repaired" it. (two weeks at the dealer). Picked up car on Friday (5/2/02) and shutdown again on Sunday (5/5/02). Towed to jackson Ford. Currently at jackson Ford for same problem.
No summary listed for above vehicle.
I'm continually experiencing a burning smell (as if something is getting very hot) coming from within the vehicle's engine compartment. This has been an ongoing problem since I purchased the vehicle 'new' approximately six months ago. I've notified the Ford dealership (seller) and return the vehicle back to them regarding this problem. However, they claim that they can't find anything to be concerned about. I advised them about news reports which indicated that others with similar circumstances eventually experienced a vehicle fire in the engine compartment. The dealer then claims that nothing can be done until Ford motor company decides to initiate a recall notice. Dt.