accessories - interior problem
8.2
pretty badTypical Repair Cost:
$145.00
Average Mileage:
86,614 miles
Number of complaints:
8 complaints
Most common solutions:
- not sure (6 reports)
- new tumbler (2 reports)
Helpful Websites About 2002 Ford Focus key won't turn in the ignition
2008Apr 26
Focus ZX3
- Automatic transmission
- 62,500 miles
This is a very common problem I have noticed here.... Im glad I found this website because if I didn't, I would have paid the 350 dollars my dealership quoted me, instead I learned here that this can easily be fixed by a locksmith, I got it done for 145 dollars.. it works perfectly, and he didn't put in the same defective tumbler that FORD is putting in.. my car is back to normal now for HALF the cost...
2008Apr 01
Focus SE
- Automatic transmission
- 99,000 miles
I see I'm not alone in this. I just don't know if I am willing to spend 300 bucks on this.
2007Dec 13
Focus
- Automatic transmission
- 49,410 miles
This started out as a minor complaint, now it is a big problem. I just hit it on the key and it turns. I shouldn't have to start the car that way. It is now in the shop, since it is almost time for the oil change anyway. The Ford Dealer is going to be calling me to tell me the damages (price tag). I had called a tow truck driver out on Thursday, after about 15 minutes of trying to turn the damn thing over. When he showed up, he told opened the door, and what do you know it turned right away for him. He told me that it is a common problem in Focus. He also said that hitting the key makes it turn over. He recommended I get it fixed, and said that it is probably an ignition switch. The tow truck drivers know what they are talking about, so I drove it over last night, and am awaiting a phone call from my local Ford Dealer!
2007Aug 01
(reported on)Focus ZTW 4cyl
- Automatic transmission
- 53,000 miles
steering wheel locks and can't start the car the usual way. Key won't release the locked wheel. Very common problem but Ford is not recalling the cars. Had car towed away to the dealer for ignition replacement. No doubt the new ignition is another piece of crap that will leave stranded when I least expect. I'm done with FORDs and other american made cars. I'll go back to Honda, Toyota or Nissan.
2006Sep 15
Focus
- Automatic transmission
- 95,000 miles
The ignition key gets stuck. My passenger's rear window came off track yesterday, 3 months ago the rear drivers passenger window came off track too. The back door has locking issues along with the trunk. The radio comes off and on. FORD is living up to it's name "FIXED ON ROAD DAILY"!
2007Nov 12
Focus SVT
- Manual transmission
- 75,000 miles
This is ridiculous!! Why is this problem not being taken care of by Ford? I have defended Ford the whole time I have owned this car, but I don't think I can do it any more. This need to be recalled, no questions asked!
2007Oct 09
(reported on)Focus LX 3.2L
- Manual transmission
- 95,000 miles
I loved this car. Wanted to drive it constantly as does my son. The issue is, it sits in my yard with the ignition locked... IT started a little at a time in August just not working then in a few minutes it did. So it is now October and my husband is driving his sons truck. It is estimated to cost $95 for parts and $100-$400 for labor.. The thing is this little car is great on gas and is quiet as all get out. But this has burnt us on Fords. The other issue is no one is turning this in so that we can get a recall going. Save your receipts so that you can get reimbursed for it when and if they do recall it....
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2008Aug 19
Focus ZX3
I missed work last night, and so I lost about $90 in wages, because the key wouldn't turn the ignition. I spent most of the night looking for solutions on the internet. Found one that suggested hitting the key while in the ignition and that worked for me. I'm going to get this fixed when I can because who knows how long the above solution will work.
How can we get Ford to listen? I have read so many complaints about this problem. When does it become an issue with Ford? Keep your receipts, you never know if Ford will own up to crappy parts.
Ford. Fix One.
ljs73
Mn, 56278, USA
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