2000 Ford Explorer Sport: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2000 Ford Explorer Sport: 1 recall, 71 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #00V394000 · 2000 · 137,700 vehicles
What's wrong: A wire formed hood striker could be susceptible to fatigue fractures. If the hood striker fractures, the hood could fly open while the vehicle is being driven.
Why it matters: A hood fly-up while the vehicle is being operated could result in reduced driver visibility.
The fix: Dealers will replace the hood striker.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 10 mention a fire, 9 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (12): the most common themes are fire / smoke (6), electrical failure (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (12): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (5), warning light on (2).
- Speed control / throttle (9): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine & cooling (9): the most common themes are noise or vibration (4), stalls / loses power (2).
The 2000 Ford Explorer Sport has 71 owner complaints, ranking #5 of 10 Explorer Sport model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 74). Complaints peaked in 2003 (12 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 66,556 miles. Neighboring years: 1999 (93 complaints, 0 recalls), 2001 (188 complaints, 5 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2000 Ford Explorer Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2000 Ford Explorer Sport. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2000 Ford Explorer Sport problems?
Owners have filed 71 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (12), transmission & drivetrain (12), speed control / throttle (9).
Where can I get a 2000 Ford Explorer Sport repair manual?
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