Seven problems related to brake disc rotor have been reported for the 2003 Ford Focus. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Ford Focus based on all problems reported for the 2003 Focus.
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 .
I purchased this car in sept. 2003, brand new. This spring, with only 23000 miles on it, the car began making an awful grinding noise. I took it to the dealership the next day, and they had to replace the front rotors, at a price tag of near $400. Of course my warranty did not cover it. I am very disappointed in this car, and in Ford for selling a car that obviously has a faulty, poorly made braking system. Only 4 months after the initial repair, I have begun having problems with the car again. I will absolutely never purchase another Ford again. I am very unimpressed with them.
My 2003 Focus ztw wagon has been in for brakes 3 times in the last year. Ford standing by this as a "wear" item not covered under warranty. Could I have 2002 parts in my vehicle? I have had brake inspections done with oil changes indicating everything in the "green zone". The rotor warping is sudden and unpredictable. 3 brake jobs in one year is excessive and problematic. I do not feel safe in this vehicle even with the brakes being fixed.
18,000 miles on a 2003 Ford Focus and the brake pads and rotors are ruined, the dealer told me I can expect this with a Focus or a escape because of center mounted rotors. The car was inspected by the dealer 2500 miles ago. State police can't help me due the time that has passed since inspection.
Ford Focus 2003 rotors wear out incredibly fast. . Took my car in for a 30,000 inspection and had to have new rotors and breaks I was told that many Focus's are coming in at 30,000 that need new rotors. Why??? unless they are defective in the first place.
2003 Ford Focus brakes are wearing uneven, rubbing, and squeeking. The front rotors have groves beyond allowable limits while 40% of pads remain. Looks as if the front pads are eating the rotors. When taken to Ford they say its normal wear, what a lie. . This could cause a terrible accident, im surprised Ford hasnt learned their lesson from past experience. Since for has refused to take action on their faulty brakes, there are a lot of folks that really wish you guys would step forward and make them before people get killed.
Vehicle was taken to dealer for regular check up, and results showed that the rotors needed to be replaced because they were worn out. Consumer will notify manufacturer.