Table 1 shows 20 common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2003 Ford Focus. The number one most common problem is related to the engine and engine cooling (18 problems). The second most common problem is related to the car stall (nine problems).
Replaced the crank censor and it won�t start Read details...
Car starts but when put in gear, stalls out. Engine will run with foot on gas pedal but stalls our when placed in gear. **happens only in very hot weather temperatures. Search web for Ford Focus stalling out in hot weather. Read details...
No events led to this ignition will not turn - happens each time I attempt to start the car - at times it will turn with enough jiggling - has left me stranded with no ride taking it to dealership for replacement, but this is a known Ford Focus problem. Read details...