Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Ford / Focus / 2003
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
007127563 FORD FOCUS 2003 I have had a few prior problems getting my key to turn in my ignition, which i was eventually able to fix myself. last night however, i was unable to
007126798 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. on three occasions, three window motor regulators have failed in the vehicle. the failure was noticed while
007126557 FORD FOCUS 2003 When i put my key into my car it will not turn. while this may not be an "obvious" safety risk, it can lead to serious problems if you are stranded
007126556 FORD FOCUS 2003 When i put my key into my car it will not turn. while this may not be an "obvious" safety risk, it can lead to serious problems if you are stranded
007126555 FORD FOCUS 2003 When i put my key into my car it will not turn. while this may not be an "obvious" safety risk, it can lead to serious problems if you are stranded
007126166 FORD FOCUS 2003 I am currently leasing a ford focus zx5, i've been driving this car without any problems for just over 6 months. after stopping at the grocery store
007124941 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. when attempting to start the vehicle, the ignition switch failed. it took the contact approximately 20
007124893 FORD FOCUS 2003 2003 FORD FOCUS. *TR
007124617 FORD FOCUS 2003 After fueling, my daughter tried to start the car (2003 ford focus wagon), but the key would not turn. we got the car to the dealership where we
007124404 FORD FOCUS 2003 I recently took my 2003 ford focus in for suspension noise in the front. the shop took a look at it and said he had seen a lot of focus' and escorts
007123797 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. the contact stated that the key would not turn when it was inserted in the ignition. he had to shake the
007123437 FORD FOCUS 2003 In july 2007 the ignition key locked up and could not be turned to start the engine. i managed to get it to turn (no, it was because the steering
007123386 FORD FOCUS 2003 While in dangerous situation my ford focus again had a key fail in the ignition. i had taken it to ford, while still under warranty, and asked for it
007122708 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. the steering column failed, which prevented the vehicle from being started. the dealer was not notified of
007122193 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. while driving 35 mph, the clutch locked and the vehicle would not shift into gear. the contact had to maneuver
007121541 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. the contact stated that the engine made a very loud noise when she started the vehicle. a mechanic stated
007121281 FORD FOCUS 2003 The ignition on my ford focus 2003 has locked up for the second time in 75,000 miles, and this is getting to be a huge problem to have replaced. ford
007121220 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. the contact stated that the ignition would not turn when she inserted the key. as of september 28, 2007, the
007121196 FORD FOCUS 2003 Without warning, and with no prior occurrence, the key would not turn in the ignition of my 2003 focus. a friend rescued me and drove me back to work
007120971 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. while attempting to shut off the vehicle in the parking lot, the ignition locked up and prevented the contact
007120413 FORD FOCUS 2003 2003 ford focus wagon, tail lights melted both sides where you replace the bulb, cannot replace the brake, running, turn, bulb because you cannot pull
007120379 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. the contact stated that the ignition locked, which prevented the key from being turned. the dealer was unable
007120140 FORD FOCUS 2003 2003 ford focus/ ignition won't turn it looks like this is a huge problem by all the different websites and blogs about it. this defect should
007120033 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. the contact stated that the steering wheel has to be unlocked for the vehicle to start. on september 09, 2007
007119835 FORD FOCUS 2003 At approximately 5:00 p.m., my ignition locked up on me, with my car parked in a parking lot close to my home (thank goodness). i have just learned
005119397 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. the contact stated that the vehicle would not start when he turned the ignition. she called her insurance
007119223 FORD FOCUS 2003 Door latches are very difficult to open, both from the outside and inside, sometimes leaving me sitting in the car wondering how i am going to get out
007119158 FORD FOCUS 2003 (1) NOT SURE (2) STEERING WHEEL AND IGNITION ARE LOCKED AND CAN NOT BE MOVED ANYMORE (3) NEW LOCK *TR
007119157 FORD FOCUS 2003 (1) NOT SURE (2) STEERING WHEEL AND IGNITION ARE LOCKED AND CAN NOT BE MOVED ANYMORE (3) NEW LOCK *TR
007118664 FORD FOCUS 2003 Ref. nhtsa 05v030000 my daughter took her car to reemy ford of johnson city tn. to have the safety recall taken care of. reemy ford said they
007117628 FORD FOCUS 2003 Ignition cylinder total failure. key would not turn at all. search term "ignition cylinder""ford focus" on the net and you will be amazed how big
007117273 FORD FOCUS 2003 Over the past few months, the ignition/lock mechanism has been failing. the wheel will not release and the key will not turn to the on position.
007117164 FORD FOCUS 2003 My car was running fine then suddenly the ignition switch won't turn. tumbler broke $350 at dealership. common problem with these cars, yet dealer
007114954 FORD FOCUS 2003 The weekend of july 28th i had family in town. we were doing the attractions. the car started everytime we were going or leaving anywhere. went to
007114953 FORD FOCUS 2003 The weekend of july 28th i had family in town. we were doing the attractions. the car started everytime we were going or leaving anywhere. went to
006113683 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. approximately two minutes after parking the vehicle, the contact was unable to turn the key to start the
007113599 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. the contact stated that the key will not turn in the ignition. she has had to strike the key while it was in
006113191 FORD FOCUS 2003 IGNITION SWITCH FAILURE. *JB
006112866 FORD FOCUS 2003 Ignition key switch would not turn to start key. i had to replace the lock assembly on 2003 ford focus i bought brand new 12/31/2003. told by scott
006112865 FORD FOCUS 2003 Ignition key switch would not turn to start key. i had to replace the lock assembly on 2003 ford focus i bought brand new 12/31/2003. told by scott
007112845 FORD FOCUS 2003 ELECTRICAL PROBLEM THAT SHUTS DOWN THE CAR. *TR
007112564 FORD FOCUS 2003 Rear wheel bearing failure on ford focus 2003. this part which is usually good for 75,000 to 100,000 miles failed due to corrosion on both rear wheels
007112563 FORD FOCUS 2003 Rear wheel bearing failure on ford focus 2003. this part which is usually good for 75,000 to 100,000 miles failed due to corrosion on both rear wheels
007112562 FORD FOCUS 2003 Rear wheel bearing failure on ford focus 2003. this part which is usually good for 75,000 to 100,000 miles failed due to corrosion on both rear wheels
007112284 FORD FOCUS 2003 During the past week had been having trouble turning the key in the ignition, and a couple of days ago the ignition was completely stuck. after 4
006111799 FORD FOCUS 2003 Parked car when arriving to work at 8 am. was leaving for lunch at 12 pm and ignition wouldn't turn at all. wheel locked. had to call tow truck. first
007111624 FORD FOCUS 2003 2003 ford focus ignition switch failed, causing the tires, steering wheel and ignition to lock. therefore, car became inoperable. a subsequent tow
005111300 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. the contact pressed the unlock button to open the passenger side door and it failed to open. she had to
007110919 FORD FOCUS 2003 (1)from the time i bought the car 1-1/2 years ago, the ignition switch would sometimes freeze, disabling the car from being started. at first, i just
007110591 FORD FOCUS 2003 Ignition lock failure on ford focus zx3, 2003. multiple occurrences. purchased car used at 39,000 mi; now at 47,000 mi. have owned for less than
007110570 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. while checking the brake light bulbs, the contact noticed that the wires were cracked. the dealer stated that
007109722 FORD FOCUS 2003 Clutch slips during attempts to pass vehicles, especially trucks on two lane highways. during acceleration suddenly the car looses speed and the
007109558 FORD FOCUS 2003 I purchased my 2003 ford focus zx3 just over a year ago and have recently had trouble with the steering wheel locking up. after jerking the wheel
007109428 FORD FOCUS 2003 I had no event that lead to the failure of the (ignition) in my 2003 ford focus zx3. i was on my way to work at 10:30 p.m. and i stopped to put air in
006108782 FORD FOCUS 2003 One evening stopped at the store, turned car off, went back to start car, ignition would not turn over. called towing company, they were able to turn
007108588 FORD FOCUS 2003 Recently we purchase a used 2003 ford focus that has the blaupunkt radio. a new radio station was programmed and the button pushed to store it.
007108435 FORD FOCUS 2003 2003 FORD FOCUS. STEERING WHEEL WILL NOT UNLOCK AFTER INSERTING KEY . *AK
007107938 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. the contact stated that the driver seat welds have failed and the back of the driver seat came apart. the
007106646 FORD FOCUS 2003 IGNITION SWITCH FAILED
007106606 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. the contact stated that the ignition switch would lock up and the key was unable to be turned. a mechanic
007106438 FORD FOCUS 2003 UNDER NORMAL WEAR THE BACK OF THE DRIVER'S SEAT BROKE ON THE 2003 FORD FOCUS. *AK
007106386 FORD FOCUS 2003 I went to start the car after work like always and the ignition was stuck in lock! i have been reading online all day about all the people that this
006106329 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. while driving 30 mph, the contact heard several squeaking noises coming from the front of the vehicle. the
007105789 FORD FOCUS 2003 Key would'nt turn the ignition on my2003 ford focus zx5. happened at various times, till it would'nt work at all. had it repaired at dealership at a
007105686 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus. the contact stated that the ignition key gets stuck in the ignition or the key fails to start the vehicle
007104819 FORD FOCUS 2003 The ignition won't work. i cannot turn the key in the ignition. i have had trouble turning it before, but usually after turning the steering wheel
007104798 FORD FOCUS 2003 I recently purchased a 2003 ford focus zx3 with low mileage. i have an intermittment problem with it stopping. the engine surges and when you press
007104281 FORD FOCUS 2003 My 2003 ford focus has a locked ignition that i found out is a very common problem since 2000. it was told that it would cost me $500.00 to fix it. *
007103957 FORD FOCUS 2003 My left tail signal light went out. when i went to change it according to the instructions in my manual i could not remove the taillight capsule from
006103907 FORD FOCUS 2003 Leaking of rain water onto the floor of the passenger's side. the car has been completely checked and nothing is wrong. they refuse to reinstall the
007103721 FORD FOCUS 2003 Ignition turned fine, parked car overnight and when i returned (very late that night) to leave the key would not turn. the ignition was locked.
007103586 FORD FOCUS 2003 My 2003 ford focus se started to shake, pull hard to the right starting around 50 mph, takes bumps hard and back-end sways. it only has 36,000 miles
007102544 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford focus zx3. while driving 5 mph on 04/17/2007 a rainy day the driver hit a puddle and water was trapped inside the
007101989 FORD FOCUS 2003 I have a 2003 ford focus that i bought brand new and drove off the lot with 60 miles on it. not long after we purchased the car, it started to act as
007100526 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*- contact stated while driving the 2003 ford focus lx he saw smoke coming from underneath the hood. the contact pulled to the side of the road
006100493 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*- the contact owns a 2003 for focus with a current and failure odometer reading of 38,000 miles. the contact stated while driving at about 35 mph
006100492 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*- the contact owns a 2003 for focus with a current and failure odometer reading of 38,000 miles. the contact stated while driving at about 35 mph
007099938 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl* - the contact owns a 2001 ford focus. while driving a 65 mph the vehicle lost power. the contact was able to safely pull the vehicle over. the
007099827 FORD FOCUS 2003 a ford focus wagon 2003. when i trying to start the vehicle the ignition switch cylinder lockede, would not engage. the key would not turn when
007099679 FORD FOCUS 2003 the driver side rear electric window of my 2003 ford focus ls has malfunctioned & failed to respond to switch control. motor function seemed to
007099146 FORD FOCUS 2003 2003 ford focus - an apparent "known defect" yet still not a recall or reimbursable expense to fix. we are unable to start the car. the key goes
007098042 FORD FOCUS 2003 My daughter drives a 2003 ford focus svt. on february 28, 2007 she was returning to easton, pa from state college, pa when the transmission destroyed
007097096 FORD FOCUS 2003 I've had my 2003 ford focus wagon in twice for repair of the ignition lock. the first time i had the problem the steering wheel wouldn't release as
006096948 FORD FOCUS 2003 Tl*- the contact stated that when driving the 2003 ford focus the vehicle shifted into neutral, then shifted back into drive. this would last
007095693 FORD FOCUS 2003 I have owned 3 ford focus: one 2000 and two 2003. all three vehicles have had an ignition cylinder failure which cost in excess of $300 each time. the
007093686 FORD FOCUS 2003 I have a 2003 ford focus. the fault is that when i put the key in the ignition, the key will not turn at all. it is locked in place. it happened
007092776 FORD FOCUS 2003 My key stopped working, or would only work intermittently for the past month. i started carrying my spare key at all times so i wouldn't get stranded
007091761 FORD FOCUS 2003 Key will not turn inside the ignition. this happened several weeks ago as well, but i was able to jiggle it loose. this time it is stuck and 40
006091537 FORD FOCUS 2003 The key insertion cylinder (located next to the steering wheel): it will eventually lock into place and will not turn -- making it impossible to turn
007091452 FORD FOCUS 2003 Ford focus 2003 for several occasions the ignition lock key cylinder had not worked, i was not able to turn the key and get the car to start.
006091114 FORD FOCUS 2003 Ford focus 2003: the ignition mechanism stopped working with no warning. the key could not be fully inserted into the ignition or turned.
006090810 FORD FOCUS 2003 My car is only three and a half years old and for the last 8 to 10 months i have been having problems with the ignition switch. if i turn the car off
006090616 FORD FOCUS 2003 Nhtsa previous report 01v258000 (recall id 01d-258) for ford focus windshield wiper motor problems - 2001/2002 vehicles. i have a 2003 ford focus
006090268 FORD FOCUS 2003 The ignition lock freezes and will not turn, which does not allow the car to start. this problem has happened on numerous occasions. the consequences
006090120 FORD FOCUS 2003 The ignition started locking several months ago, but eventually would work after playing with the key to start. today, while out at a shopping center
006089584 FORD FOCUS 2003 Ignition lock of ford focus 2003 broke and we were unable to move the car away from a driveway that was blocked since it was not possible to turn the
006089387 FORD FOCUS 2003 THE WIPERS ON THIS CAR DO THE EXACT SAME THING MY 2000 FORD FOCUS DID THAT HAD A RECALL THEY DON NOT WANT TO RETURN TO THE HOME POSITION. *NM
006089120 FORD FOCUS 2003 Ignition cylinder locks when turning the key on a 2003 ford focus zx3. the car cannot be started most of the time. this is dangerous if the car
006088956 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while parked, the steering wheel would not unlock. the vehicle was towed to the dealer who determined the ignition cylinder
006088955 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while parked, the steering wheel would not unlock. the vehicle was towed to the dealer who determined the ignition cylinder
006088812 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated when the vehicle was accelerated to 35 mph; the egr tube came loose from the manifold for the second time, made a loud noise,
006088316 FORD FOCUS 2003 I have owned 2 ford focuses, a 2000 and now a 2003 model. both vehicles have had the ignition lock up and i was charged $400 to fix it. obviously,
006088215 FORD FOCUS 2003 DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE IGNITION SWITCH JAMMED AND THE SWITCH WOULD NOT TURN. THE SERVICE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED.
006087611 FORD FOCUS 2003 Second occurrence of key being put in ignition, steering wheel locking up and inability to start car. vehicle had to be towed to dealership and
006087590 FORD FOCUS 2003 I tried to leave my best friends house but my 2003 ford focus would not start. apparently i need a whole new ignition. so i began surfing the net for
006087269 FORD FOCUS 2003 LOCKING OF IGNITION IN FORD FOCUS. *JB
006087242 FORD FOCUS 2003 I have had this issue come up a few times lately. when i put my key in my ignition, the key will not turn. from researching this on the internet, it
006086708 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to start the engine with the keys in the ignition, the ignition locked and would not turn. after several
006086292 FORD FOCUS 2003 The steering wheel locked up and i couldn't turn the ignition key. i had to call aaa to send a locksmith to replace my ignition switch. he said that
006086253 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to open the trunk with the remote switch it became inoperable. the vehicle was driven to the dealer twice
006085640 FORD FOCUS 2003 Steering wheel locks and car will not start. i am finding out this is a common problem with the ford focus. this could leave us stranded. it happens
006084155 FORD FOCUS 2003 After driving my 2003 ford focus 5xw (5 door hatchback) though heavy rain on the highway, the next day i noticed one head light and one fog light was
006083771 FORD FOCUS 2003 My 2003 ford focus will not start because the key will not turn. i've tried a number of tactics to get the car to start but failed. after much
006083470 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the key would not turn the ignition. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced
006083091 FORD FOCUS 2003 2003 ford focus that i bought used with only 14,000 miles on and have used as my commuter car for 3 months. at roughly 20,000 miles the key would not
006082959 FORD FOCUS 2003 Had no previous problem with ignition in my 2003 ford focus se. left my hometown for the day to shop 2 counties away. after shopping, went to start
006082939 FORD FOCUS 2003 I have had ignition problems with my 2003 ford focus. first incident in july, 2006 and am now experiencing another. i have a small child and do not
006082867 FORD FOCUS 2003 CAN'T TURN THE KEY IN THE IGNITION, STEERING WHEEL LOCKED, CAN'T START THE CAR. *NM
006082723 FORD FOCUS 2003 2003 FORD FOCUS IGNITION IS LOCKING UP WITH THE KEY IN IT MULTIPLE TIMES. *NM
004082622 FORD FOCUS 2003 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
006081697 FORD FOCUS 2003 TRIED TO PUT ON DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT AND FOUND IT TO BE LOCKED IN PLACE. FULL SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY HAD TO BE REPLACED OUT OF WARRANTY. *JB
006081577 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated the ignition locked resulting in the ignition cylinder key being replaced by the service dealer. while searching the nhtsa
006081576 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated the ignition locked resulting in the ignition cylinder key being replaced by the service dealer. while searching the nhtsa
006080668 FORD FOCUS 2003 1st- trunk latch does not disengage, i have taken it to the dealership in my nearest town. after 3-4 times of adjusting and oiling, it still does not
006080667 FORD FOCUS 2003 1st- trunk latch does not disengage, i have taken it to the dealership in my nearest town. after 3-4 times of adjusting and oiling, it still does not
006080656 FORD FOCUS 2003 Failure of the ignition switch on my 2003 ford focus se. key switch just stopped turning. replacement of switch: part $89, towing: $60, labor $250...
006080199 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated upon placing the key in the ignition, the key would not turn and the engine would not start. the contact applied pressure
006079749 FORD FOCUS 2003 (1) no event lead up to the failure; it was unexpected (2) the ignition switch failed on the vehicle,which resulted in us not being able to start the
006079529 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle's ignition would not turn. the dealer determined the ignition needed to be replaced and the contact expressed
004079498 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the starter failed. there were no warning signals for the failure. the vehicle was
004079497 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the starter failed. there were no warning signals for the failure. the vehicle was
004079496 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the starter failed. there were no warning signals for the failure. the vehicle was
004079495 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the starter failed. there were no warning signals for the failure. the vehicle was
004079494 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the starter failed. there were no warning signals for the failure. the vehicle was
004079493 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the starter failed. there were no warning signals for the failure. the vehicle was
004079492 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the starter failed. there were no warning signals for the failure. the vehicle was
004079491 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the starter failed. there were no warning signals for the failure. the vehicle was
004079490 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the starter failed. there were no warning signals for the failure. the vehicle was
006079228 FORD FOCUS 2003 The vehicle is a 2003 ford focus with less than 45,000 miles, the ignition cylinder locked up without warning and the car refused to start.
006079227 FORD FOCUS 2003 The vehicle is a 2003 ford focus with less than 45,000 miles, the ignition cylinder locked up without warning and the car refused to start.
006078882 FORD FOCUS 2003 My complaint is about the ignition cylinder locking up on my 2003 ford focus. the ignition locked up on me as i was leaving my mother's house august
006078123 FORD FOCUS 2003 Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle's ignition locked and the key could not be turned to start the vehicle. the problem began as being rough in
006077891 FORD FOCUS 2003 I own a 2003 ford focus, and like many other ford customers i have read about, i had my ignition lock jam up to the point where it cannot be started
006077753 FORD FOCUS 2003 I have a 2003 ford focus station wagon. the ignition key will not turn. it freezes up. i have tried another key and attempted to turn the steering
006076810 FORD FOCUS 2003 I have a 2003 ford focus and the ignition fails intermittently causing the car not to start. the key will not turn. this is not safe i have a two year
006076283 FORD FOCUS 2003 I own a 2003 ford focus and today i went out to my car to get some lunch when my ignition locked. i cannot start my car. i have had people look at
006076067 FORD FOCUS 2003 WHILE DRIVING, THE STEERING SYSTEM BECAME DIFFICULT TO CONTROL, WHICH RESULTED IN AN SEVERE ACCIDENT. *JB
006074739 FORD FOCUS 2003 IGNITION SWITCH THAT MANUFACTURER KNOWS IS BAD. *NM
006073774 FORD FOCUS 2003 2003 ford focus (which is driven by teenager- female) ignition lock failure. basically when it fails you are stuck (can not start vehicle)! at the
006073558 FORD FOCUS 2003 I was left stranded when my ignition key would not work in my 2003 ford focus. called a locksmith and he said it take about $300.00 to repair it.

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