suspension problem
7.3
pretty badTypical Repair Cost:
$550.00
Average Mileage:
88,083 miles
Number of complaints:
6 complaints
Most common solutions:
- replace coil springs under warranty (4 reports)
- replacement (2 reports)
Helpful Websites About 2002 Ford Focus coil spring broke
2008Jul 21
Focus LX 3.2L
- Automatic transmission
- 108,000 miles
i took my car in for an oil change and they were the ones who told me to call ford because there was a recall on the coils. so i call a ford dealership and they tell me its not a recall its a "special program" that ford is doing. its a recall they just didn't want to say thats what it was. and on top of that it can break the sway bars that connect to them.
2008Jun 09
Focus
- Manual transmission
- 101,000 miles
My front right coil spring broke. Strangely enough, it wasn't until I had the tires rotated, and the car was on the lift that the spring actually came loose- apparently the pressure of the car on the spring held the spring in place, even though it had broken at some point.
I am relieved, though, that this problem is common and that the springs have been recalled. Make sure you check with your local Ford dealership to see if you can get the springs replaced for free.
Now if only the rest of the suspension system was under recall- the swaybar, especially, is driving me nuts with its creaks and groans.
2007Jun 04
(reported on)Focus SE 2.0 DOHC
- Automatic transmission
- 68,475 miles
I had heard of problems with these cars, but never expected that I would have as many problems. Coil spring broke collapsing front suspension, at least it is covered by an extended warranty of 10 years or 240000km. rear tailgate leaks water in through the trim under the window causing both license plate lights to corrode and stop working (change the pair 2 times already and need to change again). very bouncy on roads, does not feel secure on snow covered roads always feels as if it is sliding around. alternator burnt up not causing a fire but totally ruining the complete alternator including the casing(very expensive alternator).
engine surges sometimes just after starting. engine also seems to run rough some times. not very satisfied with this car, not likely to buy another Ford.
2008Mar 12
Focus ZTS 2.0L
- Manual transmission
- 54,000 miles
Had to replace my struts which were leaking and the entire springs on both sides. So depressing, those springs should last for 100k miles easy. 54k miles are on the car. To replace the struts and springs for the front (because you have to replace them in pairs) it cost $800 bucks from Meineke. 258 for the springs 141 for each shock, 105 for each side in labor. This seemed ridiculously expensive considering I can purchase this: http://www.partsamerica.com/ProductDetail.aspx?MfrCode=MON&MfrPartNumber=171505&PartType=49&PTSet=A And do it myself.
2007May 09
Focus SE 2.0L 122 Sohc
- Automatic transmission
- 110,000 miles
coil spring broke,ford dealership gave me the spring for free but i had to install them.
cost was free but gas/mytime isn't. stay away from these cars
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2008Aug 18
Focus SE 2.0L
Front coil spring broke and took out front tire with it. Ford says that the repair is covered under a warranty extension, but I need to get the car to the dealer and the tow is not covered.
Barry S.
Newton, NJ, USA
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