2002 Ford Focus Svt problems, complaints & recalls

2018-08-06 · Power Train · 135,000 mi

“car periodicualy looses all power to dash baterry everything completly i've replace battery altinator cluster light it seems if i use my light it happens more or anytime i stop or slow dow it stalls and will not start without a jump then it will be great again sometimes for a day sometes a week it s very irradicul and throtle gets stuck reving up h…”

2012-12-10 · Engine · 74,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford focus svt. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. the vehicle was started after several attempts. the contact stated that the failure recurred intermittently. the vehicle was not taken to a mechanic. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted about the issue and offered not assistance…”

2012-11-14 · Exterior Lighting · 35,000 mi

“noticed that my dash board high beam for my headlights was staying on. took to wheel works and they told me its the wiring harness for my headlights. they told me it is melting and need to take to the dealer. i bought my car brand new and paid cash for it with extras added on to it. i have had multiple problems with this car and i get no help. i ne…”

2012-09-28 · Latches/Locks/Linkages:doors:latch · 155,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford focus svt. the contact stated that while trying to close the rear passenger side door from the outside of the vehicle, the door failed to latch. the vehicle was driven to the dealer but was not inspected or repaired. the vehicle was repaired by the previous owner under nhtsa campaign id number 05v030000 (latches/loc…”

2011-02-10 · Steering · 77,000 mi

“tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford focus svt. the contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph the bolt located underneath the air bag that holds the steering wheel in place disengaged. as a result, the contact lost all steering capabilities but was able to drive onto the side of the road. the vehicle was towed to the dealer who stated tha…”

2010-06-10 · Vehicle Speed Control · 75,000 mi

“tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford focus svt. the contact was driving approximately 65 mph when the accelerator pedal was depressed and became stuck in the open throttle position. the speed increased to 90 mph. the contact attempted to manually release the pedal; however, the pedal would not move until he used excessive force. the vehicle did not sto…”

2010-02-03 · Suspension:rear · 100,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford focus svt. the contact stated that the rear lower control arm broke in two while he was driving at approx 5 mph. he heard a loud noise and the rear of the vehicle dropped to the ground. he had the vehicle towed to a repair shop and was informed that the passenger side rear control arm broke and the driver side rear …”

2007-11-08 · Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls · 64,000 mi

“damage to driver's side power window mechanism failing to raise and/or lower window glass in vehicle. window operator requires grease to operate properly which was not present after closer examination of parts. parts were damaged beyond repair and are in need of replacement. *tr…”

2007-03-21 · Power Train:clutch Assembly:bell Housing · 52,151 mi

“1. this happened under moderate acceleration to get on the freeway and with no precursors or indicators. 2. the vehicle made a loud pop. immediately after the pop the engine stalled, and white smoke emitted from under the hood. upon closer examination after pushing the vehicle off the roadway it was found the factory ford pressure plate assembly e…”

2006-08-17 · Visibility:power Window Devices And Controls

“both rear windows stopped working, getting stuck all the way down, leading to an unsafe environment for small children or animals. rear driver window failed in may 2006 and was repaired by a ford dealership. rear passenger window failed august 17, 2006. *nm…”