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CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2002 Ford Focus 2.0L SOHC engine has a defect where the intake valve seat fails. The valve then falls into the cylinder, destroying the engine & most owner relationships with Ford in the process.
10.0
really awful- Typical Repair Cost:
- $650
- Average Mileage:
- 186,000 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 1 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- replace speedometer gauge (1 reports)
accessories - interior problem
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The speedometer failed and would fluctuate between reading 100 mph +, then back to the correct speed after slapping the dashboard with my hand.
- motorist, Binghamton, NY, US