2000 Ford F-350 SD
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 0 |
| 1994 | 0 |
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 0 |
| 1997 | 3 |
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 142 |
| 2000 | 157 |
| 2001 | 158 |
| 2002 | 124 |
| 2003 | 132 |
| 2004 | 130 |
| 2005 | 217 |
| 2006 | 127 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 101 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 50 |
| 2011 | 43 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 88 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 105 |
| 2023 | 37 |
| 2024 | 42 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
13% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 21 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: tires — 20 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
BLOWOUT WITH TREAD SEPARATION WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH ON LEFT FRONT R4S II LT265/75/R16 STEELTEX RADIAL M/S LOAD RANGE E CAUSING AN ACCIDENT CROSSING MEDIAN OPPOSITE DIRECTION TRAFFIC BARELY MISSING AN ONCOMING 18 WHEELER THROUGH A DITCH/6FT CULVERT...
NHTSA ODI report, 20030514
7% of complaints: tires — 11 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 9 distinct reports on file.
CRASH5% of complaints: steering — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH AND MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN, HE LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE CAUSING HIM TO CRASH INTO SOMEONE'S MAILBOX.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121025
CLAIM NUMBER 11-3548-745 - WHILE IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC IN THE FAR RIGHT LANE, VEHICLE 1 WAS TRAVELING IMMEDIATELY BEHIND VEHICLE 2, AS VEHICLE 2 STOPPED FOR TRAFFIC, VEHICLE 1 ATTEMPTED TO CHANGE LANES, WHEN SUDDENLY THE STEERING WOULD NOT RESPOND,...
NHTSA ODI report, 20020514
BRAKE SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED, AND CONSUMER LOST ALL POWER WHEN BRAKING. VEHICLE HAS BEEN AT THE DEALER 4 TIMES & THEY HAVE FOUND NO REMEDY. ALSO, WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING WHEEL IS DIFFICULT TO TURN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20000615
SAFETY TIMELINE
SECTOR SHAFT FRACTURES
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD
ENGINE STALLING
ENGINE STALLING
ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR LOCATED ON THE ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE MAY FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ENGINE STALL.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SENSOR AND REPLACE IT WITH AN IMPROVED CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 07V553000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL REPLACEMENT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WITH THE BRAND NAMES: NATIONAL, CARQUEST P/NOS. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, AND 515060, SHIPPED BETWEEN JANUARY 23, 2006, AND
Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE HUB ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL TOLL-FREE AT 877-489-6659.
Campaign 07E106000 — check if this car was fixed
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 2002
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 CO
Campaign 09V399000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Ford F-350 SD — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07V553000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E106000 (wheels) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V399000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2000 Ford F-350 SD reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Ford F-350 SD is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Ford F-350 SD?
The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel, accounting for 13% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Ford F-350 SD have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.