Ford Fiesta (2000 – 2002) Review

See 1995-1999 Fiesta.

Since 1995 handling improvements, front suspension bushes have been prone to wear so if the front suspension clonks this is probably why.

Look for corrosion behind weatherstrip over drip rail on the A pillar inside the front door aperture.

The pins that hold the foot pedals in place may fall out, leaving the driver unable to brake or declutch. Apparent clutch failure may be due to nothing more than a spring washer on the shaft behind the clutch pedal coming loose. This pushes on. Ford dealers usually have the part in stock and it's a quick fix.

Several reports that the 1.25 engine has become much coarser in this version, apparently due to changes to meet the latest emissions regulations.

On Endura 1.3 pushrod engines Spark plugs may either have corroded into the head or been over tightened (taper fit) which means head removal to drill them out. On the ancient 1.3 Endura E pushrod engine a faulty speed sensor may result in over-revving when dipping the clutch.

Further brake failures have occurred and front discs don't seem to last for long.

Rated one of the most expensive superminis to run in 2003 Which survey.

Possible heater problem with 1.25 Flights.

Problem with clutch release bearing and pressure plate on 02s. Replacement parts modified.