2004 FORD FOCUS Recalls (6)

Campaign:
05V030000 on 02/01/2005
Component:
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Manufactured:
05/21/2002 - 01/25/2005
Affected:
589,932
Defect:
Certain passenger vehicles with four or five doors and originally sold in or currently registered in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, a build-up of corrosion at the pawl pivot area of the rear door latch can cause a binding condition of the pawl that may affect proper engagement of the pawl into the catch. the occupant may experience difficulty opening or closing a rear door, and eventually the rear door may not latch properly.
Consequence:
If not latched properly, the door may open while the vehicle is in motion. if an occupant fell out of the vehicle, personal injuries could occur.
Correction:
Dealers will have a lower rocker seal added to the door and have the rear door latches evaluated free of charge. a latch that passes the evaluation will be lubricated to prevent future corrosion. a latch that does not pass the evaluation will be replaced. in addition, a sticker will be affixed to the rear doors advising the owners to use the recommended lubricant. the recall began on march 9, 2005. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 05s27.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06E026000 on 03/22/2006
Component:
Exterior lighting
Affected:
61,944
Defect:
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
06E056000 on 06/22/2006
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline
Affected:
58,640
Defect:
Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n f65277, shipped from january 16 through june 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. due to incorrect design, the quick connectors may not fully seat with the tube interface, even though the person making the connection may believe that the quick connector is fully attached.
Consequence:
Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Correction:
Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. the recall began on august 4, 2006. owners may contact ufi filters usa at 800-230-5876.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to ufi filters usa (purolator) aftermarket fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
08E050000 on 08/13/2008
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
1,921
Defect:
K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. these headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence:
Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. the recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by honda, ford, or chrysler llc. customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
09E025000 on 05/10/2009
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:
42,540
Defect:
Dope, inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dope, inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. at 1-626-272-1798.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen. owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
12E007000 on 02/23/2012
Component:
Equipment
Affected:
10,006
Defect:
Ride control, llc (ride control) is recalling certain readymount assemblies, p/n 746641mt and 746646mt, with corresponding aftermarket customer part numbers: gabriel g56944 and gabriel g56945, and privately branded partsmaster with part numbers g68944 and g68945. the readymount assemblies were sold as aftermarket service equipment for use on certain 2000 through 2005 ford focus vehicles. these assemblies were assembled with a nut without the necessary washer. the absence of the washer can allow the readymount assembly to pull apart the top mount.
Consequence:
If the assembly separates during installation, it could result in injury to the installer. if the assembly separates while the vehicle is in motion, it could result in secondary damage to the vehicle and possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Ride control will notify owners and will set up procedures to inspect, repair, and/or replace the affected parts without charge to the owner. the safety recall began on march 30, 2012. owners may contact ride control at 1-800-999-3903.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

2004 FORD FOCUS TSBs (58)

Bulletin:
03202
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Front end creaking, crunching, grinding and/or rattling noise from the front suspension while driving at slow speeds and/or while turning. *tt *mj
Bulletin:
17256
Component:
101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:
Premature clutch wear. *tt
Bulletin:
17282
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Harsh transmission engagement with possible malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0705 (tr circuit failure). *tt
Bulletin:
17302
Component:
036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
Summary:
Vehicles not equipped with anti-lock brake system (abs) may have the red brake light and amber abs light on after hybrid electronc cluster (hec - instrument cluster) replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
17505
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Runs rough and/or malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on condition with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p402 and/or p0403 (egr flow excessive detected/egr control circuit) in wet weather or in a car wash. *tt
Bulletin:
17507
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Clunking for rattling noise in the transmission. *tt
Bulletin:
17512
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
An intermittent malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0462 (fuel level sensor a circuit low) or p2067 (fuel level sensor b circuit low) caused by an improperly installed remote start system. *tt
Bulletin:
17591
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Diagonal wear or cupping on the rear tires. *tt
Bulletin:
17593
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p2195 and/or stall at idle after a cold start. *tt
Bulletin:
17652
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
2nd or 4th gear missed when shifting and/or intermittent neutraling when shifting into 4th gear. *tt
Bulletin:
17536
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Belt squeal. *mj
Bulletin:
17572
Component:
174200 latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/liftgate:lock
Summary:
Delayed disabling of the rear liftgate external opening switch after locking the doors - service tips. *tt
Bulletin:
17341
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1310 (power door unlock circuit failure) in the gem module. *tt
Bulletin:
17697
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Gear rattle or gear rollover noise from the transaxle at idle, in neutral, with the clutch pedal up (engaged). *tt
Bulletin:
0481
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Clunking or rattle noise in the transaxle, mainly at idle in neutral, with clutch pedal released. *tt
Bulletin:
17842
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
2nd or 4th gear missed when shifting and/or intermittent neutraling when shifting into 4th gear. *tt
Bulletin:
17778
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Loss of power, hesitation and/or misfire after cold start. *tt
Bulletin:
17800
Component:
114100 electrical system:wiring:front underhood
Summary:
Intermittent no crank condition. there may also be no powertrain control module communication and/or the odometer may display all dashes. *tt
Bulletin:
17804
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Grinding when shifting into third gear. *tt
Bulletin:
031501
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Inoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns. *tt
Bulletin:
17918
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Inoperative speed control system. *tt
Bulletin:
17920
Component:
021600 suspension:front:wheel bearing
Summary:
Front wheel bearing replacement procedure. service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
04B16
Component:
221700 seats:front assembly:seat heater/cooler
Summary:
Update supplement announcement - customer satisfaction program 04b16. the front seat heater element pads are not adequately bonded to the foam cushions. this may result in shifting or folding up overtime, resulting in uneven heating of th
Bulletin:
04152
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
Loss of intermittent wiper or wiper park function. *tt
Bulletin:
041514
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *tt
Bulletin:
031404
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. to include various 2005 models. * ar this article 04161 supersedes tsb 03-14-04.
Bulletin:
05310
Component:
150000 seat belts
Summary:
Safety belt web stop button service. *eh
Bulletin:
18425
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
No crank on start charging system warning indicator on driveability concerns and or malfunction indicator lamp on. *eh
Bulletin:
18411
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p0133, p1131 or p2195. *tt
Bulletin:
18413
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
Unable to remove ignition key - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
04174
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. various models including 2004 f-series. *tt
Bulletin:
18379
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Brake and anti-lock brake system lights on after hec (hybrid electronic cluster) replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
04215
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Difficulty changing gears - unable to engage gears. *tt
Bulletin:
042113
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Stall after cold start in extreme low ambient temperature. *eh
Bulletin:
042119
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Transaxle noise at idle in neutral with clutch pedal released premature clutch. *eh
Bulletin:
18273
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
A/c condenastion leak. *eh
Bulletin:
04189
Component:
138200 visibility:defroster/defogger system:rear window
Summary:
Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *tt
Bulletin:
042410
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine vibration at idle. *tt
Bulletin:
042107
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
18321
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Harsh transmission engagement and or dtc p0705. *eh
Bulletin:
18463
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Vent leak. *eh
Bulletin:
18477
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Harsh transmission engagement and or dtc p0705. *eh
Bulletin:
18581
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Erratic instrument cluster gauges and/or warning indicators - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
0581
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Difficult or unable to shift into 5th gear. *tt
Bulletin:
05105
Component:
034400 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum
Summary:
Rear brake squeal. *tt
Bulletin:
05252
Component:
210000 trailer hitches
Summary:
Neutral tow capability -- service kit requirements. *tt
Bulletin:
05256
Component:
101000 power train:clutch assembly
Summary:
Mtx-75 premature clutch failure. *tt
Bulletin:
19009
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Dtc p0316, p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303 and/or p0304 - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
19016
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Replace timing belt idler pulley during 2.0l zetec engine cylinder head replacement - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
19026
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Mirfire diagnostic trouble codes p0316, p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, or p0304 - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
0627
Component:
063100 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control
Summary:
Manifold or catalytic converter heat shields loose/missing. *tt
Bulletin:
0645
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Neutral tow capability - service kit requirements. *tt
Bulletin:
06116
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Possible engine damage - install special service tools prior to removing crankshaft pulley bolt - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
06166
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Possible engine damage - install special service tools prior to removing crankshaft pulley bolt. *kb
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0148
Component:
171100 latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Summary:
Ford: on some vehicles, operating for an extended time in high corrosion area, a safety recall 05s27 was issued, where rear door latches experience corrosion in pawl pivot area preventing proper engagement of pawl into catch. model 2000-0
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0162
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
Ford: rear door latches are experiencing corrosion in pawl pivot area that prevent proper engagement of pawl into catch, when operated in areas causing high corrosion. model 2000-05 focus. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-14-0163
Component:
021530 suspension:front:control arm:lower arm
Summary:
Ford: due to high corrosion areas, where vehicles are operated for extended periods, lower control arm (lca) can separate from forward attachment of subframe. model 2001-04 escape. *pe
Bulletin:
SSM 46085
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
The powertrain control/emissions diagnosis (pc/ed) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (etbs). the etc_act and etc_dsd pids should not used to diagnose possible etb concerns. the ids has a limited refresh rate

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