Rear Suspension Shock Absorber Problems of Ford Focus

The contact owns a 2004 Ford Focus. While driving at various speeds, a rattling type noise was heard coming from the rear wheel area. While inspecting the vehicle, the contact discovered that the rear passenger shock absorber punctured through the wheel well. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered that the failure was due to rusting and corrosion of the wheel well. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 114,000.

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The front passenger side coil spring of my 2000 Ford Focus zts broke in half and punctured the tire. The car was then towed to a mechanic. I have fewer than 50k miles on the car. The only event that might have led up to the break was traveling at less than 10mph over a speed bump inside a parking garage. The spring, shock absorber, and tire must be replaced. And my mechanic expressed surprise that the tire did not explode. I contacted Ford to determine whether there was a recall on this part since it was such an unusual occurrence. I was informed that some cars of the same make, model , and year were recalled because of corrosion on these springs. However, my VIN number was not included in the recall. A quick search of website set up for Ford Focus owners by owners revealed several people with the same problem.

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Right rear shock absorber was leaking. This causes premature tire wear (cupping) and unsafe handling conditions. Vehicle had less than 1,000 miles on it. Shock absorber was probably defective from manufacturer and Ford failed to inspect or notice this defect. Ford replaced the part at my request after I noticed leaking item. Ford part # 7s4z*18125.

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The rear shocks are making noises and are cupping the rear tires. I have replaced the rear tires once and they are getting destroyed again. I plan to replace the rear shocks when I can afford it.

Consumer states vehicle's back end vibrates while driving. Dealer can't duplicate the problem.

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Weak spring front. Dealer replaced springs, shock mounts, shields, and bearings on 10/13/2001. On 02/07/2002 dealer replaced bearing assembly, mounting assembly and damper assembly for shock absorber 'binding'. On 05/23/2002 dealer replaced mounting assembly and bearing assembly for shock absorber. Also installed correction kit for 'loose' stabilizer end. With all the above repairs, I have to have the car repaired for the fourth time because it's having the same symptoms as the previous three times.