MYRModel Year Report

2002 Ford Focus SVT

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2002 Ford Focus SVT
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:50:58.691Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Focus SVT Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 2002: 32 complaints 2002
2002: 32 complaints
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YearComplaints
200232

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 13%

13% of complaints: electrical system — 4 distinct reports on file.

VISIBILITY 6%

6% of complaints: visibility — 2 distinct reports on file.

TIRES 6%

6% of complaints: tires — 2 distinct reports on file.

TIRES 6%

6% of complaints: tires — 2 distinct reports on file.

SUSPENSION 6%

6% of complaints: suspension — 2 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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I WAS MAKING A LEFT TURN AT 15-20 MPH AND FELT THE FRONT END DIPPED THEN THE STEERING WHEEL JERKED OUT OF MY HANDS AND THE CAR DROVE INTO A CURB CAUSING MAJOR DAMAGE.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20030711

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20020425 — vehicle speed control

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, PREVEN

Remedy: 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

Campaign 02V117000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Ford Focus SVT — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 02V117000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Ford Focus SVT reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Ford Focus SVT?

The most-reported component is electrical system:horn, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Ford Focus SVT have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.