Recalls: Ford Mk.1 Focus
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Ford Mk.1 Focus
No recall information is available for the Ford LR Focus. To search for recalls of Ford models, please visit Product Safety Recalls Australia: Ford.
Problems and faults: Ford Mk.1 Focus
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Problems and faults: Ford Mk.1 Focus
- Excessive engine vibration when idling in reverse may be due to stones lodging in the rear engine roll restrictor.
- The power steering may lose its power assistance when the driver suddenly applies full lock and it may feel as though the wheels will not turn – this problem can be fixed with a modification to the power steering.
- Incorrect fuel readings may require the fuel level sensor to be replaced.
- The speedometer may drop to zero and stop working due to the failure of an oil gasket failure for the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) – this fault may affect other instruments.
- If the speedometer, fuel and temperature gauges stop working, the contacts in the panel circuit board may have dried out, requiring the instrument cluster to be replaced.
- For models with the 1.8-litre petrol engine, the timing belt tensioners were reported to be failing at around 130,000 kilometres or five years of age.
- Noises from the rear suspension may indicate that the rear wheel bearings require replacement.
