Fuel Pump Problems of Ford Focus - part 1

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Focus. The contact stated on several occasions while the vehicle was in park(p) and being refueled, the vehicle shutoff unintendedly. Additionally, on other occasions, the vehicle failed to start. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure was not able to be diagnosed, but the contact signed an unknown document. The vehicle was taken to jiffy lube where it was determined that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.

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The contact owns a 2017 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at various speeds after refueling, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road on some occasions. On other occasions, the contact was not able to pull to the side of the road and turned on the hazards lights. The message "hot" was displayed and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that she turned off and restarted the vehicle after the vehicle had cooled down. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle had stalled while driving from a complete stop. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal several times until the vehicle responded. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic several times, where the computer was reset, and the fuel pump was replaced; however, the check engine warning light illuminated a month after the repair, and the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the transmission clutch was stuck. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The manufacturer then referred the contact to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed that the transmission clutch was stuck. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact followed up with the manufacturer, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 96,500.

The contact called on behalf of a friend who owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that after the driver refueled the vehicle, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. The contact stated while driving 3 mph, the transmission was slipping. The contact stated that the check engine and transmission warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000.

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The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated the vehicle failed to start-up without warning. The vehicle was towed twice to elkins Fordland (696 beverly pike, elkins, wv 26241, (800) 296-2486) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the valve was inoperable and that the fuel tank was warped and uneven. The contact was then informed that the fuel tank, valve, and fuel pump needed to be replaced. The contact was informed to keep fuel in the vehcile. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact stated that the failure was like the failure listed in NHTSA campaign number 19v515000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

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Tl the contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the fuel gauge incorrectly indicated that the fuel tank was empty. After refueling, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The contact stated that a message on the instrument panel stated that the fuel pump was defective. The vehicle was towed to gillie hyde Ford located at 610 happy valley rd, glasgow, ky 42141, where the vehicle was diagnosed and the contact informed that the fuel pump was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not yet notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving and attempting to turn in either directions, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact placed the gear shifter in park, depressed the accelerator several times to start the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure to start the vehicle occurred after the vehicle was refueled. The vehicle was taken an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the oxygen sensor, fuel tank, fuel pump and an unknown valve needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that the failure was related to NHTSA campaign number: 18v735000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle previously received the recall repair. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The approximate failure mileage was 64,000.

The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact stated while idling, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to freestone Ford (1201 us-84, fairfield, TX 75840; (903) 608-9515) where it was diagnosed with a stuck canister purge valve. The contact was informed that the fuel tank, fuel pump, and fuel pressure sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated the failure was like NHTSA campaign number: 19v515000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 114,000.

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The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle stalled and on several occasions failed to immediately restart. The fuel gauge also provided inaccurate information. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the fuel pump and the driver's and passenger's side front and rear door handles. The transmission was also rebuilt. The vehicle was taken to jordan Ford located at 13010 n. Interstates 35, san antonio, TX 78233 and repaired under the NHTSA campaign number: 19v515000 (fuel system) however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.

The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. While driving approximately 50 mph, the check engine indicator illuminated, the vehicle stalled and completely shut off. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road and towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was later towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump failed to open and caused the fuel tank to collapse. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer for a complete diagnostic. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v643000 (latches/locks/linkages). The failure mileage was 48,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 18v735000 (fuel system, gasoline) however the failure recurred. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact stated that the battery warning light was illuminated. The vehicle resumed normal operation after the vehicle was turned off and restarted. Several unknown warning lights were temporarily illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the fuel pump was replaced. The vehicle was taken to rich Ford located at 8601 lomas blvd ne, albuquerque, nm 87112, and the motor mount, clutch release bearing, release cylinder bearing, purge valve were replaced however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was diagnosed and the contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

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The contact owns a 2001 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the technician replaced the fuel pump. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.

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Stalled then would not crank over. Mechanic said they would need to replace the fuel pump.

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Fuel pump failure at only 65297 . Fuel system has no sign of foreign matter in tank. Car was running fine before fuel pump failure. Cost to replace fuel pump and labor cost of dropping exhaust system and protective metal shield to gain access to fuel tank . Fuel tank must be removed to repair. No engine light came on prior to car not starting while in my driveway. This is a outrageous repair for a car with such good maintenance . I request an investigation into defective fuel pumps on this year and model car.

Going uphill on freeway, the car started lurching. The lurching was intermittent as it would run smooth again and started lurching. I experienced a loss of power going uphill until I went down to 3rd and second gear. I had the fuel pump, fuel filter, and fuel pump relay replaced. The symptoms are very similiar to recall number #03v482000(2001 Ford Focus fuel system recall). I called Ford about this recall, they looked up my VIN number and said told me there is no recall for my vehicle.

Blew the fuse from my fuel pump upon start up of car, needed fuse replaced and got the car to start. However, the fuse would continue to blow, therefore need new fuel pump and filter. Tried to replace the pump with an after market part and it wouldnt fit properly, meaning I need a new expensive pump.

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Car was running funny for about a week. Leaving a store parking lot. I pulled out on the highway and car started missing real bad and stalled. Would not start back up. I had it towed to the garage and was told after they looked at it that it needed a new fuel delivery system or fuel pump and stuff. Another known issue by Ford motor company,but not for my Ford Focus. The guy I pulled out on probably thought idiot.

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Focus. The contact was driving approximately 5 mph, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to an independent where the engine restarted. The technician was unable to duplicate the problem. The similar failure recurred; although the engine restarted. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated the fuel pump would need to be replaced. There was a recall related to the failure under NHTSA campaign id number 03v482000 (fuel system, gasoline). The VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 49,728.

The contact owns a 2000 Ford Focus. The contact was driving 55 mph when the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the mechanic advised that the fuel pump had malfunctioned would need to be replaced. The contact stated called the manufacturer regarding the fuel pump and the manufacturer stated that there was nothing they could do to assist because the vehicle was no longer under warranty. The failure mileage was 37,750.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Focus. The contact noticed that while attempting to make a right turn, with a quarter tank of gas or lower, the vehicle would suddenly stall without warning. The dealer was notified who informed the contact that they were aware of the failure and that the manufacturer had issued a silent recall for the fuel delivery module. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that the vehicle needed an entire fuel pump assembly. The manufacturer was aware of the failure; however, did not repair the vehicle under campaign id number: 03v482000 ( fuel system, gasoline). No repairs were performed. The current and failure mileages were 115,101.

Having an ongoing stalling problem starting on 5/20/11. Situation usually happens in the afternoon after doing just a couple of local, short distance errands. The car will start but immediately stall after taking foot off the gas. Usually starts after waiting @ 45 minutes/amount of time it takes tow truck to arrive (towed 5x, 1 time was able to drive after 45 minutes). Replaced fuel filter, fuel pump, oxygen sensors (twice), fuel pump driver by regular mechanic. Has happened three times in past two weeks: brought it to local Ford dealership to see if they can diagnose the problem. The latest time this has happened, after the fuel pump driver was replaced, I was able to do four errands before the stalling occurred. Also, I was able to put the car in drive by keeping one foot on the gas while the other foot was on the brake and continue moving until braking for a stop sign/traffic signal, at which point it would stall. Nine "stalls" later I made it home; an "improvement" over being stranded at the post office or the mall but certainly not acceptable. The dealership has called to say they think it is the fuel pump and want to replace it with a "genuine Ford part," as opposed to aftermarket part my regular mechanic probably used. I hope this is the end of the "replacing parts" routine but am not optimistic due to other complaints I have read concerning this problem.

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On March 17, 2011, my 2002 Ford Focus suddenly stalled out as I was accelerating uphill, turning right on a ramp to enter a busy highway. Fuel tank was about â¼. I restarted the engine a couple times, but it stalled out again after a few seconds. It was potentially a dangerous situation, but luckily I was able to roll the car back downhill to a safer location. (later I learned that an identical scenario is described in Ford dealer letter 03n01, in which Ford agrees to replace fuel delivery modules for 2000 and 2001 models, but not 2002. ) I had the car towed to a Ford dealer, but they were not able to look at it till the next morning, at which time the car started fine. Ford ran many tests, including electrical and mechanical, took it out for 3 – 4 test drives and could not find a problem. They charged $150 for the diagnostic labor. This car has done this every year now for the past 3 years. Similar, but not identical, stalls occurred on March 16, 2009, March 10, 2010 and March 17, 2010. Each time, I had to have the car towed. Locations were different, so it was always a different shop. None of them were able to look at it right away, and by the time they looked at it the next day, they could not find the problem. However, each one charged about $150 labor. Those 3 incidents also required a new 15 amp fuse for the fuel pump, perhaps because of the repeated unsuccessful efforts to restart the car after it stalled. This year, I stopped trying to restart after 4 unsuccessful efforts. The fuse did not blow this year. In between these stallouts, usually exactly one year apart, the engine has started and run smoothly, with no indication of problems. Each time a stall has happened, the car has worked fine the next day, without any addition of fuel. This indicates that it is not a problem with the quality or quantity of fuel in the tank. The only explanation that I can see for these unpredictable failures is a defect in the fuel delivery system.

2001 Ford Focus. Consumer writes in regards to reimbursement for fuel pump replacement the consumer stated her mother had not experienced any problems with the vehicle prior to the recall. However, in Feb 2011, the vehicle came to a dead stop without warning. The vehicle was towed to a service station, because it couldn't be restarted. The problem was soon diagnosed as a fuel pump failure and subsequently it was replaced. The consumer's mother contacted the dealership and was told she was eligible for reimbursement. But, soon after the statement was retracted. Ford stated the replacement coverage was for a period of ten years from the original warranty start date on the vehicle.

2002 Focus, stalling out at high speed with no warning. When it happens it's like trying to drive a car without a battery. Nothing works. Happened 10 times in a car with less than 70k miles. We replaced fuel pump, fuel filters, coil, spark plugs and wires, and car will not stay running. Keeps stalling. How many complaints before this model is recalled. Someone is going to die at some point since the car cannot be controlled by the driver when this phenomenom occurs. Ford says there is no known problem with this model. I shouldn't have to replace a fuel pump on a car with less than 70kon it. Ford did change the fuel delivery module for other years but says the problem was not on 2002 model. Obviously they changed it for a reason. This model needs to be recalled and have the "new" fuel delivery module installed.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Focus zx3 (na). The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the fuel system stalled and he was unable to move the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the fuel was not being pumped to the engine which caused the failure; the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance and advised him that his VIN was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

The contact owns 2000 Ford Focus. The contact stated that after having the recall repair for the fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump (03v482000), the fuel pump failed to function normally. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who stated that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The contact advised the dealer that the fuel pump was previously replaced per the recall. The dealer stated that they would only repair the free recall repair one time. The contact stated that the replacement fuel pump was faulty and another recall should be issued by the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 50,000.

I am the original owner of a 2001 Ford Focus purchased in mooresville nc the VIN is #[xxx]. The fuel pump had to be replaced. The pump is the same one described in the Ford extended coverage program03n01 dated 2003 and supplements 1 & 2 dated January 2004. Ford said my was not covered under the program because it was built in Aug. 2001 after June 13, 2001 cut off. The car was built in the wayne assembly plant, the location of the fuel pumps that fail. After more search on the internet , my husband found a technical service bulletin article #04-5-6 describing the procedure for installing a new design fuel delivery module in the 2001-2002 Ford Focus. Under the issue it states: there is a new design fueled delivery module available for service on 2000-2002 Focus built before 12/31/2001 at wayne assembly plant and built before 2/13/2001 at hermosillo plant. The Ford motor company said that my does not qualify for the extended coverage program as it was built in Aug. 2001. We think that because the car this the pump described in the bulletin, was built at the wayne assembly plant within 2 mos. Of the June 13, 2001 that Ford could have cove the repair but the company will not. This is an $800 repair. The steering column locking key cylinder is also in need of replacement again. I need to turn the key manually back to a neutral position for the engine to run after starting the car. This is the third locking cylinder that I have had installed in my car. I think four cylinder is a little much for a 9 year old car! information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the vehicle would suddenly stall intermittently without warning. The dealer made three attempts to replace the fuel pump however, the vehicle continued to stall without warning. The failure began five months ago and the contact did not inform the manufacturer of the failure. The current mileage was 65,622 and the failure mileage was 63,739. Updated 5/2/11 updated 05/16/11.

The contact owns a 2000 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle would hesitate, stall and lose power while moving uphill and occasionally on a level surface. He had to restart the vehicle for it to function properly. The contact replaced and checked all components within the fuel system except for the fuel pump; however, the problem continued. The vehicle had not inspected or repaired. The contact called the manufacturer in reference to recall 03v482000 (fuel system, gasoline) and was informed that the vehicle was not included. The current mileage was approximately 91,000. The failure mileage was approximately 90,500.

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the wires on top of the fuel pump started to melt. As a result, the vehicle would intermittently surge forward and stall without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the melting wires were causing the failure. The failure mileage was 132,000 and the current mileage was 154,000.

2001 Ford Focus. Consumer states faulty fuel pump the consumer stated as she was driving, the vehicle began to loose power. The vehicle began surging to the point where she had to press the accelerator all the way down to the floorboard and the vehicle was still barely maintaining power to get out of the way of traffic. The fuel filter was replaced and she was able to get the vehicle back onto the highway. As she began to drive, the vehicle began to surge again and finally the vehicle shut off. After doing some research, the consumer discovered the vehicle was built using a faulty fuel pump which was found to be a safety issue. Nhtsa required Ford to issue a csp 03n01 which replaced the fuel delivery module. The consumer stated her vehicle should have been included, but because the vehicle was built two months after the end of the csp production date range Ford would not replace the fuel pump free of charge.

Driving down the road in a subdivision at about 20 mph, turned, and heard a cracking sound from left front tire. Stopped and got out to look = left front spring coil was broken. I drive a 2000 Ford Focus. Have also had trouble with the ignition system - key not turning in tumbler - and with the fuel pump module. Last contacted recall from Ford dealership was for "wiper motor in 2001. ".

The contact owns a 2006 Ford Focus. While the contact was traveling approximately 55 mph the check engine warning light illuminated on the dashboard. The vehicle began to hesitate in a jerking motion. The vehicle was driven off the roadway. The engine was turned off and restarted after waiting for a few moments. The vehicle was able to operate normally. The fuel filter was replaced by a certified mechanic and the failure stopped. The engine light failure occurred on a separate occasion. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician stated the failure was contributed to the fuel pump and fuel pump driver module. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was unknown. The current mileage was 50,000. Updated 06/04/10. The fuel pump was replaced.

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2002 Ford Focus. Consumer requests reimbursement for towing and repair expenses related to problem that should have been taken care of under recall. The consumer mentioned recall #03v482000 the fuel pump was replaced.

Fuel pump in my 2002 Ford Focus failed suddenly as I was merging onto a 50mph highway in January 2010. The car just literally died, without warning. Fuel intake stopped and so did the car. I was lucky it was early on a Sunday morning and traffic was light. If I had been in heavy traffic, this sudden failure would have posed a grave safety risk. The repair cost $700. Ford refused to cover any of it. In a search of internet articles and your web site, I found this fuel pump failure to be a well-documented problem in 2000 - 2002 Ford Focus'. I am concerned that they replaced the original defective pump with an exact replica of the original pump, exposing me to continued danger.

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Focus. While driving the vehicle loss power and stalled. The speed is unknown. The vehicle was towed to the nearest repair shop where they advised her that the fuel pump failed. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that there were no recalls on her vehicle. Recall NHTSA campaign id number 03v482000, fuel system, gasoline is related to the failure; however, her VIN was not included. The vehicle was repaired for over $650 at the owner's expense. The current and failure mileages were under 120,000.