One problem related to front seat belt retractor has 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.
Front passenger seat belt locks against the passenger and does not allow slow gentle movement in a non-crash environment. The front driver seat belt works fine and like normal. Have been to originating dealer twice to correct - no change in operation. Safety defect as crushing load causes passenger to hold belt physically out when seated or otherwise defeating belting arrangement.
| Seat Belt problems | |
| Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problems | |
| Front Seat Belt Retractor problems | |
| Front Seat Belt problems | |
| Rear Seat Belt problems |