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.

What is the WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS recall for the 2000 FORD Focus? (Campaign #00V303000)

Your vehicle's rear wheel hub retaining nuts can come loose, which could cause the left rear wheel and brake drum to fall off. If this happens, it could lead to a vehicle crash, which could put you and others at risk of injury. You should take your vehicle to a Ford dealership, where they will inspect the rear wheel bearings and install a special cap to prevent the wheel from coming loose, all for free.

NHTSA Campaign 00V303000 Recall Details

Component

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

What Happened

Your vehicle's rear wheel hub retaining nuts can come loose, which could cause the left rear wheel and brake drum to fall off.

Risk if Unfixed

If this happens, it could lead to a vehicle crash, which could put you and others at risk of injury.

Free Fix

You should take your vehicle to a Ford dealership, where they will inspect the rear wheel bearings and install a special cap to prevent the wheel from coming loose, all for free.

Campaign 00V303000

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Affected Vehicles