2001 Ford Focus Engine Problems

“Car was driving fine running a few errands. Stopped at a store for about five minutes , when I got back in and started the engine all I heard was a loud clanking noise and the idle was rough. Did a little research about the car and discovered all the complaints about engine failure . So thats what happened to mine . Dropped valve seat.”

“This car has electrical issues,the dash and tag lights flicker,the car has been turning off while I'm driving with my son in the car over 3 times now,on the highway and on main street,its so scary I've had panic attacks and got a stress rash on my face. Im so scared that I can't drive it,I've had the fuel pump replaced,spark plugs,motor filter.I just try to keep getting it repaired costing me my bills money being a single parent. I'm overwhelmed and don't know what to do.”

“My last oil change I was inform the front subframe is badly rusted, to the point the mechanic could push a screw driver through it in spots. He informed me that driving it was a major safety risk, as the frame could fail, causing an accident. He said Ford has not issued a recall. They must be waiting for a higher body count when the front end of the car fails while going down the interstate.”

“I was driving on interstate 5 in portland or. My engine just stopped!! Right in the middle lane of traffic. Luckily it was early rush hour so it was stop and go traffic. But, was very scary and difficult to get my car off the freeway. I was told that 2001 Ford Focus's have a fuel line problem that has been recalled. I purchased this car in 2008. There was only 1 previous owner. This recall was not repaired on this car. Please help. Thanks”

“As I was driving home after dropping my daughter off the car just stopped. I let it roll to a complete stop and then put it in park. I tried to crank the car and I got nothing. All the lights, horn, and all still works by the engine does nothing.”