Table 1 shows 16 common service brakes related problems of the 2003 Ford Focus. The number one most common problem is related to the brake disc pads (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake disc rotor (seven problems).
Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving 5 mph and applying the brakes, the brake pedal traveled completely to the floorboard. The vehicle also would not stop. The contact was able to avoid a crash. Read details...
I have had two front end aliments in 20,000 miles and my car has 23. 454 miles on it . Also now it needs new brakes and rotors and they refuse to replace them under warranty . This is an ongoing problem with Ford Focus that should be fixed . Read details...
Emergency brake locks up. Car has to either be forced to move by either gunning the engine, or rocked by a person until it releases. Car had to be towed due to brake lock up after mechanic could not release it at my home. New brake was installed. Continues to lock up. Read details...