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2000 Ford Focus

18 Recalls & Safety Reports

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Recall List for the 2000 Ford Focus

Official recalls have been issued for the 2000 Ford Focus by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Ford service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Ford customer service.

  1. RECALL: Aftermarket Strut Assemblies

    If the assembly separates during installation, it could result in injury to the installer. If the assembly separates while the vehicle is in motion, it could result in secondary damage to the vehicle and possibly result in a vehicle ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    FEB 24, 2012
    Vehicles Affected
    10,006

  2. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Replacement Headlamps/Amber Reflector

    Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 11, 2009
    Vehicles Affected
    42,540

  4. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Aftermarket Combination Lamps

    Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 07, 2009
    Vehicles Affected
    16,270

  5. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Headlamps/Missing Amber Side Reflectors

    Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 11, 2008
    Vehicles Affected
    1,921

  6. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Amber Side Reflex Reflectors

    Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 24, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    27,176

  7. RECALL: FMVSS 108/Amber Side Reflex Reflectors

    Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAR 23, 2006
    Vehicles Affected
    61,944

  8. RECALL: Rear Door Latches

    If not latched properly, the door may open while the vehicle is in motion. If an occupant fell out of the vehicle, personal injuries could occur. Read more »

    Date Announced
    FEB 01, 2005
    Vehicles Affected
    589,932

  9. RECALL: Ford/Stalling

    This may cause engine hesitation, loss of power, surging, and other similar symptoms. Over time, the filter may become sufficiently blocked to cause the engine to stall, which could result in a ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 19, 2003
    Vehicles Affected
    671,000

  10. RECALL: Ford/Steering Pinch Bolts

    Loose pinch bolts could exhibit noise, vibration and, in extreme cases if left uncorrected, separation of the joint or fracture of the ball joint stud, increasing the risk of a ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 06, 2002
    Vehicles Affected
    446,569

  11. RECALL: Ford/Battery Cables

    This, in turn, could cause the battery cables to short resulting in heat damage to the cables. Besides heat damage, the "check engine" light may illuminate, the vehicle may fail to start, or smoke, melting, or fire could also ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 06, 2002
    Vehicles Affected
    291,854

  12. RECALL: Ford/Rear Wheel Bearings

    The wheel bearings could prematurely wear and cause a noticeable noise. If not repaired, this condition could progress to the point where the wheel begins to ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    NOV 29, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    238,653

  13. RECALL: Ford/Windshield Wiper Motor Cover

    Loss of visibility while driving increases the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 08, 2001
    Vehicles Affected
    1,083,000

  14. RECALL: Ford/Seat Hinge

    If the seat is then returned to the upright position without re-engaging the hinge pivot, the seat and seat belts may not provide the intended level of performance in the event of a ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    DEC 14, 2000
    Vehicles Affected
    95,000

  15. RECALL: Ford/Wire Harness

    This could result in either a loss of individual lamp functions, or in the case of a short of the broken wires that causes a fuse to open, in the loss of stop lamp or tail lamp function. Loss of stop lamp or tail lamp function could increase the risk of a ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    DEC 06, 2000
    Vehicles Affected
    74,500

  16. RECALL: Ford/Speed Control Cable

    A throttle that does not return to idle could result in reduced vehicle control and, potentially, a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 12, 2000
    Vehicles Affected
    28,800

  17. RECALL: Ford/Rear Wheel Hub Nuts

    This condition could result in a vehicle crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 12, 2000
    Vehicles Affected
    203,700

  18. RECALL: Ford/FMVSS 201

    In the event of a crash, an occupant contacting that location may not be provided the interior impact protection intended. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 11, 2000
    Vehicles Affected
    276,500

  19. RECALL: Ford/Cruise Control

    A throttle that does not return to idle could result in unexpected acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    DEC 03, 1999
    Vehicles Affected
    28,958

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