2002 Ford Focus engine problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2002 Ford Focus — 2% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owned a 2002 ford focus. While driving approximately 55 mph the vehicle started to smoke from the back seat. Within a short time, the inside of the vehicle was completely filled with smoke. The engine shut off without warning. There were no flames and no injuries. The vehicle was…”
filed Feb 24, 2017
“Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford focus. While at a traffic light, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to restart after two attempts. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the…”
filed Sep 10, 2015
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Manifold or catalytic converter heat shields loose/missing. *tt
0627 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 1, 2006Replace timing belt idler pulley during 2.0l zetec engine cylinder head replacement - service tip. *tt
19016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 1, 2006
Engine problems in other Focus years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Focus | 228 | 28% |
| 2017 Focus | 225 | 25% |
| 2016 Focus | 232 | 20% |
| 2015 Focus | 170 | 17% |
| 2014 Focus | 441 | 17% |
| 2013 Focus | 343 | 16% |
| 2012 Focus | 473 | 13% |
| 2011 Focus | 3 | 3% |
| 2010 Focus | 42 | 15% |
| 2009 Focus | 16 | 7% |
| 2008 Focus | 14 | 6% |
| 2007 Focus | 6 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2002 Ford Focus
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.