Ford Focus Ignition Jammed

Ford Focus Faulty ignition (2000-2003).

Does your Ford Focus ignition have one or more of the following problems:

  • Difficulty in turning the key in the ignition.
  • Sticking ignition.
  • Key is dirty after removing or turning.
  • Unable to remove the key.
  • Key locked in a position.
  • Key will no longer turn the ignition.

Unfortunately, this is a common problem. The Ford Focus sidebar ignition cannot be repaired and must be replaced. The problem with faulty Ford Focus ignitions has resulted in a class action lawsuit on behalf of California residents who “either own or lease a Ford Focus, or who have paid to repair or replace an ignition lock in a Ford Focus.”

We replace your broken Ford Focus ignition with a quality replacement product from Strattec that is designed without the problem components. If you use the use other products they have the same design faults and the lock may fail again. Also, we key the lock to match your door locks so you don’t have to carry two keys for your car.

If your ignition is just starting to give you problems call us now to save money and headaches.

The cost for our mobile automotive locksmith to remove, rekey and replace the Ford Focus ignition is $225-$295 (+ tax).

About Terry Whin-Yates

Terry Whin-Yates is the president and CEO of Mr. Locksmith. Terry grew up in Ontario, where his father and grandfather taught him how to pick locks. He moved to BC to get his master’s degree in Criminology. Today he lives in Vancouver and his children work in the business. Mr. Locksmith has several locksmith franchisees, all of whom are like extensions of the family business.