2000 Ford E-250
Only 18 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 18
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2000
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2000: 18 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 31 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 18 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
5 of 18 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Suspension
4 of 18 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear and air suspension system.
Tires
2 of 18 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt and temporary/emergency spare tire.
Show complaint excerpts
215/75R/16 firestone steelex with over 50% of life left separated from its tread. The 3/4 ton van skidded all over the highway, and finally rolled over. The van was totaled. The tire failed when less then mid life was left.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-18
Steering
2 of 18 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing pump and gear box (other than rack and pinion).
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 18 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and engine.
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2000-11-11Equipment00V284000 Vehicle description: bi-fuel cng pickup trucks and bi-fuel cng vans, modified by cfi control systems, inc., fail to conform to the requirements of FMVSS No. 303, "Fuel system integrity of…
Remedy: Owners will be provided a label with the required statement, along with instructions for affixing the label at the fuel filler door. Owner notification began November 2, 2000. Owners who take…
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2005-09-22Defect petitionClosed 2006-01-04 Spark plug ejection from cylinder head
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2007-08-13Vehicle speed control07V336000 On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat…
Remedy: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness. Owners of the passenger cars included in this campaign will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control…
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2008-02-18Vehicle speed control08V051000 Ford is recalling 225,000 my 1992-2003 Econoline, my 1993-1995 Taurus SHO, my 1992-1998 Crown Victoria, my 1993 Bronco, F-Series, my 1995-1997 F-Series super duty stripped chassis, my 1992-1998…
Remedy: Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. The recall began on February 18, 2008. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
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2009-10-27Vehicle speed control09V399000 Ford is recalling model years 1995-2003 Windstar, 2000-2003 Excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 F-250 SD through f-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 E-150 through e-550, 1995-2002 Explorer, 1997 and…
Remedy: Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. On 1999-2003 Windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the ABS control module…
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2010-04-13Engineering analysisClosed 2012-03-05 HVAC Switch Failures
Buy-smart checklist
2000 Ford E-250 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 00V284000 · Equipment
- Recall 07V336000 · Vehicle speed control
- Recall 08V051000 · Vehicle speed control
- Recall 09V399000 · Vehicle speed control
FAQ
- Is the 2000 Ford E-250 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 2000 Ford E-250?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 Ford E-250 have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.