MYRModel Year Report

2001 Ford Mountaineer

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2001 Ford Mountaineer
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:46:41.232Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
1

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2001

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001 1 2002: 11 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004
1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001 1 2002: 11 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004
1997: 7 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 1 complaint 2001 1 2002: 11 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004

2001: 1 complaint

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YearComplaints
19977
19985
19996
20002
20011
200211
20033
20044

Known problem areas

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Seat belts

1 of 1 total report mentions: seat belts.

Show complaint excerpts

The seat belt was not designed for short people. When the seat belt was adjusted, it rested on the consumer's chest and slid under his/her arm.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-14

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2001 Ford Mountaineer — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 01X001000 · Tires
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 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 2001 Ford Mountaineer?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 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.