2000 Ford Focus ZTS from North America - Comments

Firestone Fire Hawk tires had to be replaced at 44,000 kilometres because they were not suitable for Canadian winters and very noisy.

Rear brakes noisy at 43,000 kilometres, replaced under warranty.

Steering rack and pinion assembly had to be replaced at 50,000 kilometres because of noise and fluid leaks, $900.00.

Ignition key jammed at 67,000 kilometres, leaving us stranded, car had to be towed and lock cylinder had to drilled out and replaced, $430.00.

Front rotors had to be replace at 62,000 kilometres.

Interior trim parts fall off.

Paint is flaking off.

Alloy wheels are rusting and discolored.

I would never buy another Ford or any other car from our local Ford dealer.

I would recommend finding an independent mechanic to service the car and staying away from the Ford dealer.

My 1987 Cavalier was more reliable when I traded it in for this Focus in 2002.

Handles well, nice leather interior, but reliability and rapid depreciation are a problem.

This is the most unreliable and disappointing car I have ever owned, and I can hardly wait to replace it.

I had the same issue with the ignition. The first time, the dealer said it was an "electrical problem" but when it happened the next time, not even six months later, I was told that the cylinder had to drilled out and replaced. Both times I was left without a car for three days after it was towed to the dealership. I would not purchase this car again either!!

I had the same problems.. had to replace ignition thing, trim started falling off in interior.. the rotors rusted. struts went out, processing board.. radiator (plastic) had to be replaced.. I absolutely will never buy another ford.