2000 Ford Econoline Problems
- Complaints
- 39filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 50,000miles, 6 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2000 Ford Econoline (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 39 consumer complaints for the 2000 Ford Econoline. The part named most often is vehicle speed control, with 9 complaints (23% of the total), followed by suspension (6) and brakes (3). 6 of the complaints include a mileage, and 33% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 50,000 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 4 a fire, 9 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 3 technical service bulletins for this model year. Vehicle speed control complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Suspension6 15%
- Brakes3 7.7%
- Electrical system3 7.7%
- Body and structure3 7.7%
- Engine cooling2 5.1%
- Equipment2 5.1%
- Tires2 5.1%
Also reported: Air bags (1), Fuel system (1), Other or unknown (1), Seat belts (1), Steering (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Vehicle speed control: “Rec'd notification of a safety recall dated august 2007, recall # 0s28 I have called repeatedly regarding this repair, but they state the required parts are not available. As of today I was informed that it will be at least june 2008 when this can be done. A 10 month wait for replacement parts on a safety recall seems rather out of the ordinary. Ford 2000 Econoline van.”
NHTSA complaint #10223394, filed 2008-04Suspension: “Consumer noticed while making a left or right turn at 50 MPH, the vehicle would fish tail. Dealer had been contacted. Due to the vehicle fishtailing there was a crash.”
NHTSA complaint #10040763, filed 2004-01Brakes: “When braking consumer's foot come in contact with foot rest and interfered with braking pressure of brake pedal. Dealer / manufacturer were not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8005112, filed 2002-03Electrical system: “Windshield wiper fuse (30 amp inside fuse panel) keeps blowing. There was no event except a small bump ( small bump ) in the road. This caused radio to power off for second then come back on. Smoke was seen coming out from under steering side dash. I refused, and wipers would work until I any minor dip,bump,or turning would cause fuse to blow. Now the fuse blows as soon as it is put in. Safety item, wipers are needed to drive safe, in fog,rain and snow”
NHTSA complaint #10111836, filed 2005-02, 75,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
33% of the 6 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 39,000 and 75,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2000 Ford Econoline. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Econoline · sedan | not rated | 4 / 4 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Recalls and investigations
- 08V051000Feb 4, 2008Vehicle speed control › Cruise controlCovers: Ford Econoline 1992–2003, E-150 1992–2003, E-350 1992–2003 +10 more
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 mercury grand marquis, and my 1992-1995 lincoln town car…
- 00V284000Sep 21, 2000Equipment › Other › LabelsCovers: Ford Econoline 1998–2000, F-150 1998–2000, E-350 1998–2000 +2 more
Vehicle description: bi-fuel cng pickup trucks and bi-fuel cng vans, modified by cfi control systems, inc., fail to conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 303, "fuel system integrity of compressed natural gas vehicles." the label affixed to the fuel filler…
- 00V115000Apr 19, 2000Wheels › Lugs/nuts/bolts/studsCovers: Ford Econoline 1999–2000, E-350 1999–2000
Vehicle description: cutaways and stripped chassis with single rear wheels. The lug nuts can potentially bottom out on a shoulder on the studs.
Recall details for the 2000 Ford Econoline → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 3 on record; the latest 3 are shown.
- 10148820Apr 6, 2018Steering. This SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly…
- 10096433Sep 18, 2007Body and structure, Equipment. Merlin multiplex system when a proer/ground lug is not correctly tightened or becomes loose for any reason; erratic system operation is possible.
- 10013116Sep 6, 2004Electrical system. Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. Various models including 2004 f-series.
Other model years of the Ford Econoline
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 22 | 48,500 | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2002 | 23 | 97,258 | 2 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2001 | 28 | 86,000 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 39 | 50,000 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 84 | 75,794 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 46 | 79,500 | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1997 | 79 | 89,400 | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 81 | 98,000 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 73 | 45,000 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 124 | 118,000 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1993 | 65 | 103,000 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1992 | 83 | 115,000 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 24 | 52,867 | 3 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1990 | 30 | 44,000 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 32 | — | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 22 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1987 | 15 | 110,000 | 4 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1986 | 7 | — | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1985 | 10 | — | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1984 | 7 | — | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Ford Econoline model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000 Ford Econoline have?
NHTSA recorded 39 consumer complaints for the 2000 Ford Econoline as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2000 Ford Econoline is reported most often?
Vehicle speed control is named most often, in 9 complaints (23% of the total), followed by suspension with 6.
Has the 2000 Ford Econoline been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2000 Ford Econoline reported?
Among the 6 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 50,000 miles and the middle half falls between 39,000 and 75,000 miles; 33% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.