This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
Problems with car stalling, overheating, and the oil dip stick dislodging, car doors do not open properly from the inside or outside, possessing airbag was ejected.
Contact stated air bag warning light constantly illuminated. This happened twice on December 19, 2005. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic, whom could not find the source of the problem. There were no other symptoms of any problems with the vehicle.
Within two weeks of purchasing the 2000 Ford Focus the air bag sensor broke, the brakes began to squeal and less than a month later the ignition locked. The car cannot be started or moved due to the locked ignition. Nothing was done about the brakes. The airbag light was replaced at a cost to me of $280.27. The ignition has not been repaired or addressed by the dealer.
The latest in a long line of problems with my 2000 Ford Focus wagon occurred today. The airbag warning light came on yesterday and stayed on. I took it to my mechanic today who informed me that the restraint system is malfunctioning and my airbags may not work as a result. The cost of repair will be $640. I have had problems with the brakes, rotors, ignition switch, check engine light, etc. I have never experienced so many problems with a car before. The Ford Focus is a lemon and is unsafe.
Car purchased in Dec. 03 in April 04 the air bag light just came on and stays on will not go off. Have to pay $77 just for a diagnostic test to find out what is wrong. Car has not been in any kind of accident therefore, the light shouldn't be on.
- Concord, NC, USA
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Airbag warning light has been illumanited for a month. Not under extended warranty will cost nearly $100.to just look at. Other compliants to the nhtsb ignored.
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- Shoemakersville, PA, USA