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
- 157
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 5
- Top problem
- Engine and engine cooling
Campaigns on file for 2000
Opened by NHTSA
26% of complaints
Complaints per year
2000: 157 complaints
View as data table
| 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 | 18 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 94 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 112 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| 2024 | 44 |
| 2025 | 14 |
| 2026 | 8 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine and engine cooling
26% · 41 reportsMost commonly citing diesel and engine.
Tires
25% · 39 reportsMost commonly citing tread/belt and sidewall.
Show 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, 2003-05-14
Steering
13% · 20 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic power assist system and hose, piping, and connections.
Show 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, 2012-10-25
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, 2002-05-14
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, 2000-06-15
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Electrical system
10% · 15 reportsMost commonly citing wiring and module.
Service brakes
10% · 15 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 5 investigations · oldest first
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2000Complaint volume 157 complaints filed for this model year.
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2001-03-02Engineering analysisClosed 2003-08-19 Sector shaft fractures
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2005-03-22Engineering analysisClosed 2006-08-02 Engine compartment fires
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2005-09-22Defect petitionClosed 2006-01-04 Spark plug ejection from cylinder head
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2006-02-27Preliminary evaluationClosed 2006-06-23 Engine stalling
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2006-06-22Engineering analysisClosed 2007-12-07 Engine stalling
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2007-12-29Engine and engine cooling07V553000 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.
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2008-02-07Wheels07E106000 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…
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.
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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…
Buy-smart checklist
2000 Ford F-350 SD — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 41 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 39 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 20 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 07V553000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 07E106000 · Wheels
- Recall 09V399000 · Vehicle speed control
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- 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, accounting for 26% 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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.