CarRecallWatchThe 2000 Ford Explorer has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 952 complaints with NHTSA, including 101 crashes, 64 fires, 106 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Tires (237 reports).
2000 Ford Explorer recalls
Most common 2000 Ford Explorer problems
Problem areas named in the 952 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Tires | 237 |
| Power Train | 143 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 117 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 93 |
| Electrical System | 79 |
| Air Bags | 70 |
| Suspension | 69 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 64 |
| Visibility | 47 |
| Steering | 44 |
What owners report
See attached document for complaint.
Driving at the correct speed limit swerved to avoid hitting deer that ran out into the road hit a covert had seatbelt on airbags came out before that something hit me in side of my right arm it hit my elbow so hard and fast my arm was flung outwards and upwards which broke out the passenger side window the top of my elbow is broken that gave me a large purple bruise I got 2 pretty good size gashes on my arm also one on the bottom of my forearm and on the back side of my arm. Refer to request 1500509 and Request 1500511.
The contact owned a 1999 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, and the brakes were depressed, the vehicle fishtailed crashed into a ditch and rolled two times. The contact stated that the air bags did not deploy. The driver sustained head, arm, and back, injuries and the passenger sustained head, neck, finger, and back injuries. Medical attention was sought. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000.
No incidents. However, cruise control and rear window wiper are both inoperable.
The contact owns a 2000 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that upon pulling into a gas station, both white and black colored smoke began to emit from the vehicle without warning. Before the contact could fully react, the vehicle soon caught fire. The contact managed to pull away from the gas pumps as a gas attendant brought out fire extinguishers that they both used to exterminate the fire. The fire department arrived at the scene; however, the contact was unsure if a fire report was filed. The contact suffered minor scrapes and bruises as a result of the fire but did not seek medical attention. The vehicle had yet to be repaired and remained at the gas station. The dealer nor the manufactur
2000 Ford Explorer questions
Does the 2000 Ford Explorer have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2000 Ford Explorer: Vehicle Speed Control; Vehicle Speed Control; Vehicle Speed Control:Cables; Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner; Structure. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Ford Explorer?
Based on 952 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (237), Power Train (143), Vehicle Speed Control (117).
How do I check if a recall on my 2000 Ford Explorer has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.