2001 Ford Focus Recalls
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2001 Ford Focus. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › LatchCovers: Ford Focus 2000–2005
Reported issue: Certain passenger vehicles with four or five doors and originally sold in or currently registered in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, a build-up of corrosion at the pawl pivot area of the rear door latch…
Possible consequence: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will have a lower rocker seal added to the door and have the rear door latches evaluated free of charge. A latch that passes the evaluation will be lubricated to prevent future corrosion. A latch that does not pass the evaluation will be replaced. In addition, a sticker will be affixed to the rear doors…
- Fuel system, gasolineCovers: Ford Focus 2000–2001
Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles, contamination of the filter in the fuel delivery module (fdm) can reduce, and eventually block, the flow of fuel to the engine.
Possible consequence: 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 crash.
Remedy: This action is deemed a safety improvement campaign and is not being conducted under the safety act. All owners will be notified of the problem, and dealers will replace the fdm with a new design at no charge if the owner reports that the vehicle exhibits any of the identified symptoms. The free replacement will be…
- Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › CablesCovers: Ford Focus 2000–2001
Reported issue: Certain passenger vehicles equipped with zetec engines, loose or broken attachments and misrouted battery cables could lead to cable insulation damage.
Possible consequence: 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 occur.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the battery cables for the condition of the cable insulation and proper tightening of the terminal ends. As necessary, cables will be rerouted, retaining clips installed, and damaged battery cables replaced. Owner notification began february 10, 2003. Owners who do not receive the free remedy…
- Steering › LinkagesCovers: Ford Focus 2000–2001
Reported issue: Certain passenger vehicles have loose pinch bolts that secure the lower control arm to the steering knuckle have been reported.
Possible consequence: 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 crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering knuckle pinch bolt for tightness and correct as necessary. Owner notification began february 10, 2003. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › MotorCovers: Ford Focus 2000–2001, F-250 2000–2001, Expedition 2000–2001 +12 more
Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger cars, sport utility vehicles, and light and medium duty pickup trucks. A switch located in the plastic cover of the wiper motor gear case could malfunction and overheat, potentially resulting in loss of intermittent wiper function, loss of wiper park function, complete loss of wiper function, or ignition of the plastic cover material. Switch malfunction is most likely to occur when…
Possible consequence: Loss of visibility while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the date code on the wiper motor. Motors built with the suspect time frame will have the wiper motor gear case cover replaced. Owner notification began august 20, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within…
- Seats › Front assembly › ReclinerCovers: Ford Focus 2001
Reported issue: Pm certain sedans and wagons, the seat back recliner handle spring could have been damaged during an in-process test and the occupant may notice a chucking, or perceived looseness of the front seat back, or the seat back could unexpectedly recline.
Possible consequence: If the seat back unexpectedly reclines while the car is being driven, it could result in loss of vehicle control.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat back recliner handle spring for the driver and front passenger seats. Owner notification began april 3, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at…
- Seats › Front assembly › ReclinerCovers: Ford Focus 2000–2001
Reported issue: Vehicle description: station wagons and 3-door vehicles. The subject vehicles have a folding 60/40 second seat that becomes a load floor in the folded position. When the 60% portion of the seat is folded down and a load is applied to the front edge of the load floor, the outboard hinge pivot could disengage from the hinge.
Possible consequence: 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 crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a revised seat back hinge pivot.
NHTSA investigations
- AQ10001Fleet Vehicle Recall Completion AuditClosed · Nov 18, 2010
- EA02022Engine stallingClosed · Sep 9, 2002
- EA02023Front susp collapse/wheel separationClosed · Sep 9, 2002
- EA02017Burn injuries due to air bag deploymentClosed · Aug 16, 2002
- EA02014Engine compartment firesClosed · Jul 31, 2002
- PE02044Front suspension lower control armClosed · May 1, 2002
- PE02040Engine stallingClosed · Apr 4, 2002
- PE02026Inappropriate air bag deploymentClosed · Feb 28, 2002
- PE02020Air bag burn injuries/vehicle firesClosed · Feb 11, 2002
← All problems reported for the 2001 Ford Focus
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.