Is the 2000 FORD Focus safe to drive?

The 2000 FORD Focus has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 00V302000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES

What Happened

There's a problem with a part called the speed control cable in your vehicle's accelerator system. This cable might get tangled during hard acceleration, which could cause your car to lose control.

Risk if Unfixed

If this happens, you might lose control of your vehicle, which could lead to a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Take your vehicle to a dealership and they'll inspect the cable. If it needs to be replaced, they'll do it for free. If you don't get the repair done within a reasonable time, contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #00V302000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 00V302000

What This Recall Means

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?