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2001 Ford Focus repairs by problem area
Engine (61%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (1%)
Brakes and Traction Control (3%)
Suspension and Steering (20%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)
Other (4%)
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Chart based on 147 repairs.
2001 Ford Focus suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (17%)
$100 - $499 (59%)
< $100 (24%)
Chart based on 29 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2001 Ford Focus
Engine not specified
| 209000 mi | Needed springs and rear struts. |
2001 Ford Focus 4dr Wagon
130-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 121000 mi US $700 |
Both front springs were broken, resulting in low and uneven front end height. One top pivot plate was frozen, causing stress on spring and significant noise. Considering age and mileage, it made most sense to install both new springs and shocks. |
| 125240 mi C $113 |
broken spring coil |
| 90000 mi US $440 |
Left, rear wheel spindle bearing was making noise. Replaced both rear bearings. |
| 129000 mi | Bad rear wheel bearings. |
2001 Ford Focus 4dr Wagon
110-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 125000 mi | Front spring broken, covered by warranty/recall. |
| 136000 mi US $400 |
Replaced worn shocks/struts, outer tie rod end and sway-bar endlinks. |
| 161000 mi US $30 |
Replaced both front outer tie rod ends |
| 195000 mi US $200 |
Replaced wheel bearing |
| 103280 mi C $796 |
Parts replaced: rear sway bar link kit, rear trailing link (front rear control arm with 2 bushings), rear left spring perch, and various bolts. Parts cost $482 & labour cost $210 (total was $692 before sales tax). |
| 105400 mi C $550 |
Wheel bearing (front passenger side), $150. |
| 112840 mi | Clunking noise when go over bumps - diagnosed as sway bar bushings. Parts were ordered. |
| 117360 mi C $300 |
Sway bar bushings described in previous problem were replaced. Took longer than usual because bolts were rusted and things were seized up. |
2001 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan
130-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 349600 mi US $300 |
Wheel bearings and brakes Changed all 4 wheel bearings and brakes |
| 163000 mi US $250 |
Told tie-rod was "loose." A lot of noise that is easily reproducable when cold. Was "fixed," but sound came back. No steering loss or change, no change in feel or suspension feel. Don't know what's wrong still. |
2001 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan
130-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 79000 mi US $19 |
Sway bar end link failed, symptom included rattle sound when driving on bumpy roads. Handling was not effected. |
2001 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan
110-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 96000 mi US $135 |
sway bar links needed to be replaced |
2001 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan
110-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 115000 mi US $760 |
Replacement of outer tie-rod. Replaced timing belt per scheduled maintenance and replaced water pump at same time. |
2001 Ford Focus 2dr Hatch
130-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 104300 mi US $160 |
Replaced rear wheel bearings |
| 83000 mi US $170 |
rear wheel bearing |
| 104100 mi US $150 |
Bad hub bearing diagnosed during oil change; bearing and assembly replaced. |
| 112656 mi US $667 |
Strut assembly |
2001 Ford Focus 2dr Hatch
130-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 115000 mi US $100 |
FRONT SWAY BAR LINKS - Severe clunking and banging in the front end. Sway bar links replaced and the car no longer makes the noises. |
| 121000 mi US $120 |
replaced rear wheel bearing |
| 137000 mi US $200 |
control arm bushing worn out |
| 159000 mi US $50 |
wheel bearing grinding noise |
| 131000 mi US $250 |
One lower ball joint replaced. |
2001 Ford Focus 2dr Hatch
110-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 93000 mi US $150 |
Driver's side front wheel bearing needed replacing. |
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