2000 Ford Mountaineer
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2000
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2000: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
2 of 2 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing transfer case (4-wheel drive) and driveline.
Show complaint excerpts
Driveline went out while driving at 60 MPH, vehicle vibrated so badly that it felt like a flat tire. Vehicle was taken apart. Transfer case was rebuilt prior to this incident. No driveline can be located to make repairs.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-12-07
Seats
1 of 2 total reports mentions: seats, most commonly citing recliner.
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Recall campaign: notice received for 03S04 driver seat recliner bolt. *bf the consumer took his vehicle in for the recall service . After a suggested radiator flush the consumer was told the parts to complete the service were not available.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-02-03
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2001-06-04Tires01X001000 This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Equipment description: Ford is replacing all firestone…
Remedy: The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on March 31, 2002. However, customers can contact Ford at 1-877-917-3673 or go on-line to www.Ford.com for possible assistance.
Buy-smart checklist
2000 Ford Mountaineer — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 01X001000 · Tires
FAQ
- Is the 2000 Ford Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 Ford Mountaineer have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.