2002 Ford Focus SVT Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Focus SVT years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Ford Focus SVT. The most reported problem area is electrical system (6 complaints, 19%), typically at around 20,232 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 32owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Ford Focus SVT problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 19% | 20,232 | — | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 16% | 52,151 | — | — |
| Tires | 4 | 13% | 9,371 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 9% | 8,729 | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 9% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 9% | 36,686 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 6% | 24,501 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 6% | 28,249 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 6% | 127,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 6% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 6% | 40,084 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 6% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 3% | 135,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 3% | 74,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 3% | 9,371 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 3% | 35,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 3% | 2,400 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 3% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 3% | 28,249 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 3% | 9,371 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 3% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | 2,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 Ford Focus SVT recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Vehicle speed control:cruise control
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles built with manual transaxles, there is the potential for the speed control cable to hang up at the throttle body bracket during high, wide open throttle operation, preventing the throttle from returning to the closed position when the accelerator is released.
Risk: If this condition were to occur, it may be necessary to depress the clutch and apply the brake to bring the vehicle to a stop.
Fix: Dealers will replace the throttle body and check for proper operation. Owner notification began april 25, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Car periodicualy looses all power to dash baterry everything completly i've replace battery altinator cluster light it seems if i use my light it happens more or anytime i stop or slow dow it stalls and will not start without a jump then it will be great again sometimes for a day sometes a week it…
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford focus svt. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was started after several attempts. The contact stated that the failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was…
Noticed that my dash board high beam for my headlights was staying on. Took to wheel works and they told me its the wiring harness for my headlights. They told me it is melting and need to take to the dealer. I bought my car brand new and paid cash for it with extras added on to it. I have had…
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford focus svt. The contact stated that while trying to close the rear passenger side door from the outside of the vehicle, the door failed to latch. The vehicle was driven to the dealer but was not inspected or repaired. The vehicle was repaired by the previous owner…
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford focus svt. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph the bolt located underneath the air bag that holds the steering wheel in place disengaged. As a result, the contact lost all steering capabilities but was able to drive onto the side of the road…
Other Ford Focus SVT years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 32 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Ford Focus SVT?
Owners most often report electrical system, power train, tires problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Ford Focus SVT?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2002 Ford Focus SVT a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Focus SVT model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.