Two problems related to hatchback/liftgate hinge 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.
My 2002 Ford Focus leaks, stalls, creaks when turning, the hatchback door occasionally comes open.
The hatchback door is difficult to close, once closed it is still not secure. Consumer has had to force the door so many times that it was dented in several places from the force.