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2002 Ford Focus repairs by problem area
Engine (36%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)
Brakes and Traction Control (9%)
Suspension and Steering (16%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (4%)
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Chart based on 291 repairs.
2002 Ford Focus suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (4%)
$500 - $999 (24%)
$100 - $499 (41%)
< $100 (30%)
Chart based on 46 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2002 Ford Focus
Engine not specified
| 43000 mi US $505 |
Rear wheel bearing, drum and spindle. |
2002 Ford Focus 4dr Wagon
130-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 88040 mi | Rear wheel bearings had completely failed after only 8000km |
| 132680 mi C $800 |
replaced front struts |
| 60000 mi | Power Steering failed. Replaced under extended warranty. |
| 167000 mi US $300 |
Left rear wheel bearing had to be replaced. Also, front sway bar links replaced |
| 183000 mi US $700 |
Right rear wheel bearing had to be replaced. Both front wheel bearings were replaced. |
2002 Ford Focus 4dr Wagon
110-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 87000 mi US $900 |
Replaced Shocks and struts,sway bar ends |
2002 Ford Focus 4dr Wagon
110-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 61380 mi C $400 |
Replaced right front ball bearings |
| 63240 mi C $300 |
Replaced a part |
| 86800 mi | Both front wheel bearings need replacing, along with stablilizers and tie rod ends. |
| 49000 mi US $40 |
Front sway bar links were loose and making noise. Replaced with improved aftermarket parts |
| 58000 mi US $1000 |
Struts and stabilizer links had to be replaced |
2002 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan
130-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 109000 mi US $37 |
There was a squeaking and cracking noise coming from the front of the car when going over small bumps and when steering. Discovered that it was a worn out stabilizer bar end link. Cost $37 for the part at dealership and took basic tools to replace. |
| 109000 mi US $160 |
Steering rack developed a major leak. Replaced the rack. As soon as the steering rack was replaced, the power steering pump developed a major leak. It was replaced. |
| 127000 mi US $400 |
And both tie rod ends. |
| 128000 mi US $20 |
Thin shock mount on rear passenger shock flattened and caused knocking noises on rough pavement. Replaced both thick and thin mounts and all good now. |
| 104000 mi US $300 |
Car was making loud squealing noise at highway speeds. Left rear wheel bearing shot. Replaced. |
| 174000 mi US $50 |
Rear bearing broke. Replace the entire drum |
| 110200 mi US $650 |
Replaced right hand wheel bearing. |
2002 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan
130-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 79850 mi | RF Tire Repaired - Nail - Road Hazard Warranty. |
| 138748 mi | Wheel bearing failed. Free since it was (just) under a year since it was replace before when they messed up the lug nuts. |
| 139000 mi | Tire picked up a screw - road hazard warranty. |
| 114450 mi US $125 |
Replaced brake drum with pressed-in bearing to correct roaring wheel bearing. Cheaper to buy both than to buy only the wearing and have a shop press it into the drum. |
| 147659 mi US $125 |
Replaced brake drum with pressed-in bearing to correct roaring wheel bearing. Cheaper to buy both than to buy only the wearing and have a shop press it into the drum. |
| 148978 mi US $3 |
Replaced wheel stud after NTB cross-threaded one and it broke on lug nut removal. Applied anti-seize on remaining wheel studs. |
| 163000 mi | Major Power Steering Leak - not sure if hose or pump. |
2002 Ford Focus 4dr Sedan
110-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 170700 mi US $528 |
Replaced noisy front drive side wheel bearing. Replaced lower control arm with ball joint due to growling noise. |
| 77000 mi US $900 |
Leaking sway bar, front sway bars and struts replaced. |
2002 Ford Focus 4dr Hatch
130-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 144000 mi US $165 |
Purchased the car used knowing it needed some maintenance, Replaced worn front passengers side wheel bearing. $85 |
| 110980 mi C $700 |
Had to replace front struts/shocks because spring snapped |
| 146000 mi US $220 |
Replaced control arm bushings for improved handling. But they turned out to be fine--instead an alignment issue. Alignment shops didn't fix because bolts seized--need better anti-corrosion coating. Had to cut through them with a sawzall. |
2002 Ford Focus 4dr Hatch
130-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 165000 mi US $250 |
Replaced front end anti-sway bar links |
2002 Ford Focus 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| US $160 | The rear springs, sway bar, and tie rods (pretty much all suspension system) needed repair/replacement. I could only afford the tie rods.. i traded the car into the dealer. |
2002 Ford Focus 2dr Hatch
170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 38000 mi US $300 |
Clutch Master Cylinder Sway Bar Endlinks |
| 45000 mi US $275 |
Rear wheel bearing failed. |
| 40000 mi US $500 |
Front struts and shocks needed replacement. |
| 46000 mi US $1100 |
rear wheel bearings replaced. |
| 55000 mi US $200 |
replaced rear left sealed wheel bearing |
| 24800 mi | Shift linkage problem - could only access 2nd gear. |
| 109740 mi C $120 |
replaced sway bar links. |
| 108000 mi US $500 |
Sway bar end-links. |
2002 Ford Focus 2dr Hatch
130-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 92500 mi US $377 |
Front links became noisey and bushings old. new front link (the other not done in 2006), new sway bar bushings, new RHS rear hand brake cable. |
| 85000 mi US $38 |
I had to replace the rear wheel bearing. |
2002 Ford Focus 2dr Hatch
110-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 48560 mi C $600 |
Front components replaced. |
2002 Ford Focus 2dr Hatch
110-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 170000 mi US $160 |
The wheel bearing was making a roaring noise when driving. The bearing and hub were changed by a local mechanic. |
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