Battery Problems of Ford Focus - part 1

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Focus. While at a stop light, the vehicle lost power without warning and failed to restart. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the battery was replaced. The vehicle was restarted. While driving, the instrument cluster and lights became inoperable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.

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Car lunges when accelerating or attempting to shift thru automatic or sport mode of the transmission. Transmission also temporarily pauses during shifting routine at all speeds, mostly at low speeds. It is like the cpu is overriding what the driver is prompting thru touching of the gas pedal or brake pedal. We've had it in to our local dealerships service department complaining about these conditions, they insist the car is working as designed. If so, Ford is in denial and most certainly appears to be a design flaw. I describe these concerns as if I was having to learn how to drive, all over again. This vehicle is dangerous to drive, safety should always be everyone's number concern. Ditto, the vehicle is not safe either. What is it going to take from Ford to admit and resolve this problem, an injury accident? I hope not. Then, top that off, we bought this specific vehicle for towing purposes. The factory requires the cpu and entire electrical system must be disconnected to tow. Unfortunately, each time the cpu is turned back on (reconnect the negative wire at battery), the cpu thinks it is new, thus, the lunging, sporadic shifting starts all over again. Help. . . Ford won't listen. Thank you.

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Vehicle started but ran very rough. Turned off ignition and restarted and my touch screen came up but then every thing went black. Tried to restart but no ignition,no headlights no radio and could not even put it in neutral. Towing service had to jump battery to get it into neutral so it could be towed.

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Focus. While parked, the vehicle ignited into flames. The fire department extinguished the massive flames and informed the contact that the fire originated within the battery. The vehicle was declared as destroyed. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 96,000.

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All of the lights in the instrument cluster lit up and all of the gauges stopped working and then the car shut off in the middle of traffic. It happened yesterday and I had the battery changed but the problem resurfaced the next day and again the car shut off in the middle of traffic and I had to have it towed. I had the car towed to a mechanic to see what is causing the problem but the mechanic has not been able to find the problem yet. This is a dangerous situation due to the car stalling in the middle of traffic.

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The contact owns a 2008 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle suddenly began to decelerate. The vehicle was maneuvered to the shoulder and stopped. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic and they were unable to diagnose the failure. The fuel filter was replaced, but the failure continued. The vehicle was then taken to an authorized dealer and they were also unable to diagnose the failure. The contact also stated that the vehicle would intermittently experience difficulty starting and all of the lights would illuminate on an intermittent basis. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but they were unable to duplicate the failure. The battery was replaced and the failures continued. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000. The VIN was unavailable.

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Engine compartment fires on the driver's side in the area of the battery burning all the wires and the left headlight.

Same experience! a 2008 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle suddenly began to decelerate. The vehicle was maneuvered to the shoulder and stopped. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic and they were unable to diagnose the failure. The fuel filter was replaced, but the failure continued. The vehicle was then taken to an authorized dealer and they were also unable to diagnose the failure. The contact also stated that the vehicle would intermittently experience difficulty starting and all of the lights would illuminate on an intermittent basis. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but they were unable to duplicate the failure. The battery was replaced and the failures continued. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

2004 Ford Focus. Consumer states transmission gave out with a mileage under 20,000. Consumer requests reimbursement. In July 2009, the vehicle needed a new battery. About a week after the new battery was installed, periodically the cluster lights would make a sound and the lights would blink on and off. It would happen twice in a matter of seconds, but did not happen everyday. The consumer followed instruction on what to do. The situation was a little better, but the cluster blinking, etc still occurred periodically. A week later, as the consumer backed out of her driveway, there were sounds coming from the vehicle and they seemed to get worse. The consumer had the vehicle towed to a transmission shop. Upon inspection, the transmission plate which was located under the engine showed transmission fluid an d excessive amounts of metal fillings. The mechanic showed the consumer the damaged parts where the teeth in the gears were not working properly which caused the metal fillings in the transmission plate.

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I have been stranded several times in my Focus. Hoping that every time I get in my car that today is not the day. The key won't turn in the lock and after so many failed attempts, worrying about the cost of repair. The car sat for two months and killed the battery. Unfortunately the car has become such a hassle to drive. I was late to work and got a point on my super strict attendance policy. This problem has put my employment at risk. The car has also been fixed previously for the same issue by the past owner, I found out. Called the dealer where it was fixed and they told me that I was out of warranty and there was going to be an hefty cost. Why won't Ford stand up, and say they put unreliable parts inside what is suppose to be a reliable car.

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2001 Ford Focus caught on fire under the hood, it started near battery, car is a total loss.

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The contact owns a 2000 Ford Focus. While driving approximately 15 mph, the contact smelled a burning odor in the vehicle. He pulled the vehicle over and opened the hood, but did not find any smoke. In addition, the coolant temperature was fine; however, he felt is was extremely hot under the hood. He entered the vehicle and noticed that the service engine light was illuminated on the instrument panel. He has not taken the vehicle to be diagnosed by a mechanic. Through online research, the contact discovered NHTSA campaign id number 02v288000 (electrical system:battery:cables) for the same symptoms he was experiencing in his vehicle. He had also been experiencing loss of power and hesitation in the vehicle while traveling at low speeds. He discovered NHTSA campaign id number 05v030000 (latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch). The manufacturer stated that his VIN was not included in either recall. The contact believes the vehicle should be included since he is experiencing identical failures. The current and failure mileages were 73,450.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Focus. While driving approximately 25 mph and approaching a traffic light, the battery light illuminated. The contact noticed smoke coming from the hood and then flames appeared. She stopped and exited the vehicle when it became completely engulfed in flames. The police and fire departments arrived and a report was filed. The VIN, engine size, and powertrain were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 52,899. Updated 04/11/08 the dealer stated consumer had vehicle in a pinch bolt torqued and a zetec engine cable routing. The dealer also replaced both front coil springs. Updated 04/11/08.

The contact owns a 2004 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the vehicle caught fire while parked. He has not contacted the dealer or manufacturer. The fire department arrived at the scene and are currently filing a report. The fire was caused by the electrical system of the driver side battery. The vehicle is no longer able to be driven. The contact researched other vehicles like his and noticed a pattern of fire related failures. The current and failure mileages were 32,000.

The car almost stalls then surges like a kick. It happens mostly at around 30mph. All the lights come on and the speedometer and gas gauge go all the way up and then back down to zero then everything goes back to normal. I had the battery replaced but now the problem is back after only 2 weeks with a new battery. I took to a repair shop and they cannot find the problem.

While driving in the early morning or evenngs I notice that the abs light and battery light glow on. They come on and go off. Last evening the car was sitting in my driveway with the doors locked and windows up. The dome light came on and went off several times. I looked into the car and found that the oil light and the door ajar light were on when the dome light was off. Also, when the door ajar and oil light are on, the wireless remotes do not work. I have taken the vehicle in for the abs and battery light 2 times with no resolve. I took the vehicle in for service today with video of the dome light, oil light, and the door ajar light.

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Engine compartment fire started behind battery and burned down the car.

For no apparent reason while driving home from work, my car battery light came on, then stalled, smoke began emanating form under the hood, then the car went up in flames. I'm very lucky I was not injured. The car was totaled. This car has been nothing but problems since I bought it.

Consumer said that over the course of time vehicle lost power. Consumer was exiting freeway when the engine stalled and everything on vehicle failed. There were no lights working or any kind of power. Same thing happened again last Sunday going into san fransisco. Consumer stated that radio will work sometimes and not other times. Also, sometimes she could not lock doors. Al battery had to be replaced after just one year due to the electrical problem, battery was a three year battery. In addition, one time the left turn signal went out. Consumer s believed that these problems were electrical.

The consumer had numerous repairs performed on her 2000 Ford Focus. Recall campaign#02v288000 & 00v411000. Repairs that have taken place within one year: 14 new tires because of a problem with the wheels, engine, transmission jerking, re-wired, battery, overheating and muffler.

Had my oil changed. Drove to wal-mart. I smelled somthing burning, stoped and looked under the hood didnt see anything, thought maybe some spilt oil was burning. Went inside wal-mart and returned to car and started it and began to drive home. Car stalled and some guys yelled at me to get out of the car. I got out saw flames comming out of the wheel wells opened the hood and put out fire and pushed my car off the road.

Contact owns a 2004 Ford Focus. While driving on the highway the car shut down without warning. No particular speed or circumstance. This incident happened several times on interstate. While going 70 to 75 mph. The car shut down, no battery, no lights, and it was very hard to steer. It happened at stop sign or at speeds of 35 to 45 mph . After putting vehicle in park then in neutral or park it will start back up. Vehicle was taken back to dealership 3 times in the last 3 weeks. Mechanic recalibrated the automatic transmission control module (pcm) ,and was told it would be okay. Took it off the dealership and within 10 miles incident started happening again. Flight recorder was installed on October 6, 2005 was told to push a button every time the vehicle shut off, but the problem was that there was electricity going to anything to make the flight recorder show the problem.

I would like to know how many recalls can a car have before it is a lemon! my 2001 Ford Focus has had every problem out there and more than half of them, I have had to pay for. In the 4 years I?ve owned this car, I have had the battery replaced at my cost due to stalling, which turned out to be the faulty fuel pump?s fault, so that was replaced; the struts replaced at my cost after they caused my front tire to explode on the freeway; the bushings worked on 3 times yet the suspension still makes a very frightening noise every time I drive. Imagine my surprise (or should I truthfully say, lack of?) when I received yet another recall notice in the mail.

My 2001 Ford Focus has stalled again. This is about the 4th time. Local mechanic found problem to be fuel injector pump. Dealership claims that is only battery replacement. I have all old parts from recent service at dealership. I would like to see this vehicle recalled. Found internet article that states that this is not an uncommon problem with this make/model. . Read more...

Car was purchased new in 4-04 at 4800 miles brakes groved, dealer said no problem; rotors cut & new pad at 10,000 and at 12000 grinding is back, also a flopping rubbing noise in front right which I think is because the rotor were cut too far and now there is too much play between pads and rotor, also electrical problems, lights, dash icons, door locks go on and off even without a key. Gem module & battery replaced but instrument cluster does not work and is on national backorder. No speedometer, no odometer, gas gauge etc. While driving, door locks lock and unlock at will, dash occassionaly flashed on for 15 seconds and then goes out again. Agency thinks it's the instrument cluster but because they can't get one to replace it, we can't be sure. The computer was kicking out codes for equipment that isn't even on the vehicle. Dealer says never saw this problem before.

Zx3; after shutting off the engine, the driver noticed the steering wheel locked. When the driver tried to start the vehicle the key could not be inserted into the ignition, the steering wheel stayed locked. The vehicle had to be towed to the dealer. The ignition cylinder and battery were replaced.

There is a line that went straight into the engine's intake that has been leaking fluid since 2,000 miles and was inspected by deler who told to me that it was nothing. But the engine case should not have a large leak of fluid that soon. Finally now, they have done something on this and replaced the hose, as it was seen once more and knows of all the times reported. I hope this is just not a easy fix or this now hasn't caused any damange to the inside of the engine itself, as the engine has been in the shop for riding rough. They told me last time that the part of the transmission that was fixed would fix this. I think it is due to the oil leak on the top of the engine case since it was new. A new car should never have a oil leak on a engine case.

Bad brakes, leaking transmission x 2 repairs, numerous electrical probs, one "accident", damage repaired at Ford expense, bad tire, noise from front rt side, "surge" prob, car seemed to "stick" in a gear. I don't have my file with me but I know there is more.

Consumer stated the battery light indicator illuminated, just as stated under recall#02v288000, however dealer would not repair because the VIN was not included. Ts. Consumer stated the dealer did fix the battery indicator problem at no charge, also the brakes and rotors was replaced.

Consumer stated there was excessive corrosion on the positive terminal of battery. Consumer had to clean terminal monthly. Ts.

Consumer stated there was excessive corrosion on the positive terminal of battery. Consumer hads to clean terminal monthly. Consumer also stated the insulation on positive terminal was starting to melt at the point where it connects to battery. Ts.

Consumer states that the some wires melted on the battery causing the car to start. Mr.

Vehicle stalled twice, then engine caught fire in battery area. Please note that I live in canada, and site does not permit canadian address. Actual zip is m4k 1m6 in toronto ontario, canada. Vehicle is total writeoff. Ford dealership denied knowledge of fire or stalling problems with Focus.

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While driving at any speed batteries will die, then engine will start again without turning ignition.