CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2002 Ford Focus 2.0L SOHC engine has a defect where the intake valve seat fails. The valve then falls into the cylinder, destroying the engine & most owner relationships with Ford in the process.
3.2
definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
43,362 miles
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The contact owns a 2002 Ford Focus. While driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle began hesitating, surging, and then lost all power. The vehicle was pulled off the road before it completely shut off. The vehicle restarted after being parked for a while. The dealer stated that they would not repair the vehicle unless it was paid for by the contact. The dealer also stated that the fuel delivery module failed. There was an investigation (EA02022) that was opened and closed. The current mileage was 125,000 and failure mileage was 71,380 updated 3/4/08
Car was shaking violently while idling. Was fine while driving, but when gas was not applied it would shake and die. Dealership quoted $80 just to look at it. I went to auto zone for free computer analysis, which said oxygen sensor needed replaced. I replaced it, but the problem was not fixed. A random gentleman at auto zone said it sounded like an air leak. I used starter fluid to lightly spray on hoses in engine to find a leak (engine revs when you hit a hose with a hole). I spent 4 dollars replacing a small rubber elbow and fixed the problem. The existing elbow right in the back center of the engine was burnt completely through with about a 2 inch hole.
Consumer started up the vehicle and noticed gas smell. Consumer got out of the vehicle, looked under the vehicle, and noticed gas leaking. Immediately had the vehicle towed.
My 2002 Ford Focus has had a no start and stalling problem since 9-28-03.I have taken it to elite Ford in covina ca. Thirty times or more and they cant seem to diagnois the problem.I also have a problem with my front end making a clunking sound, they said it was a sway bar that was loose and they tightened it.that problem still exists also.
- Covina, CA, USA
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