2001 Ford Econoline
Only 28 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 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 28
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2001
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2001: 28 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 33 |
| 1990 | 30 |
| 1991 | 24 |
| 1992 | 86 |
| 1993 | 67 |
| 1994 | 132 |
| 1995 | 73 |
| 1996 | 81 |
| 1997 | 79 |
| 1998 | 46 |
| 1999 | 84 |
| 2000 | 39 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 23 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2016 | 3 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 28 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
8 of 28 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.
Power train
4 of 28 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission and clutch assembly.
Engine and engine cooling
4 of 28 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and exhaust system.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Ford Econoline. The contact was driving 40 MPH when the vehicle exhibited an abnormally loud backfire noise from underneath the hood area.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-08-26
Although no one was hurt and the dealer fixed the problem at no cost I wish to report this incident as a "Near miss".
NHTSA ODI report, 2002-08-26
Engine
3 of 28 total reports mention: engine.
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Number 7 cylinder blew the spark plug out. Total loss of power. Fortunately traffic was light and I was able to pull into a parking lot. Absolutely no warning signs at all.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-31
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Ford Econoline. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, there was a loud bang heard from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-02-25
Tires
3 of 28 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing sidewall.
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Nar 02/10/2003. Ohio police report. Tire blew out. Vehicle skidded off the road struck a guardrail. The rear tire and rim was missing and the studs had broke off. Tire brand, size and DOT # unknown.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-03-05
Tire was outer on dual rear wheels - the inside of this tire blew out completely. Fortunately I was able to control truck and quickly access the shoulder, but in heavy evening traffic. *ak (Tiresize: LT225/75RX)
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-12-19
Sidewall split and blew out on new vehicle w\ 190 miles. Ford dealer replaced tire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-07-23
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2000-10-04Child seat00V304000 Vehicle description: certain crew vans failed to comply with the requirements of FMVSS 225, "Child restraint anchorage systems." These vehicles, which are designated as trucks, are 5 passenger…
Remedy: Dealers will install the child seat tether anchorages at the center second row seating position, and also replace the vehicle owner guides with new versions providing the required written…
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2003-09-03Fuel system, gasoline03V282000 On certain cutaway chassis cab with the school bus option, two brackets and two outrigger members are missing in the area of the fuel tank.
Remedy: Ford will send technicians to the owner's location to inspect and add the brackets and outriggers as required. Owner notification began on September 3, 2003. Owners should contact Ford at…
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2005-09-22Defect petitionClosed 2006-01-04 Spark plug ejection from cylinder head
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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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2009-05-11Exterior lighting09E012000 Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to…
Remedy: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on May 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
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2009-07-28Exterior lighting09E025000 Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to…
Remedy: Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on July 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
Buy-smart checklist
2001 Ford Econoline — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 00V304000 · Child seat
- Recall 03V282000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 08V051000 · Vehicle speed control
- Recall 09E012000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 09E025000 · Exterior lighting
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- Is the 2001 Ford Econoline 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 2001 Ford Econoline?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2001 Ford Econoline have?
- 5 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.