2000 Ford Explorer Vehicle speed control Problems
- Complaints
- 113about this part
- Share
- 12%of 952 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 84,635miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 113 complaints about the vehicle speed control of the 2000 Ford Explorer, 12% of the 952 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 84,635 miles. 13 of these say a crash was involved and 15 a fire, according to the filers. 3 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When the cruise control commanded considerably more throttle on an interstate at 60mph, the vehicle suddenly and unexpectedly took off at very high speed (85+MPH and accelerating when I finally shut the ignition off). I attempted to disconnect the cruise control via off switch and using the brakes to no avail. I shut the ignition switch off and coasted to the shoulder safely. Attempted a re-start, and the engine appeared to start at full throttle. …”
NHTSA complaint #10846196, filed 2016-03, 168,000 miles“Just about a year ago, Ford corp ordered a recall #05s28 -speed control system modification for my 2000 Ford Explorer. After repeated inquires to my local Ford dealer, the part has still not arrived. I called Ford headquarters today, and they said perhaps in june. What can you do to help?”
NHTSA complaint #10220192, filed 2008-03, 1 miles“I came home from dropping my son off at his school social. I heard some sparking noise. Unplugged my cell phone charger. I didn't know what it was at first. 1 minute later I saw smoke and flames coming from my hood. I jumped out the car and called fire department. Guys from the neighborhood put fire out. It started around the brake master cylinder. The cord that attaches to it. Later found out it is control deactivation switch. I'm trying to see who's responsible for repairing the vehicle. Wasn't informed about recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10597283, filed 2014-06, 190,000 miles“My iac valve suddenly failed this morning. I understand other Ford owners have reported the same problem. Mine is a 2000 Explorer. Pacific Ford is charging me over $300 to replace it, and what I have been reading from other Ford owners, they thought $200 was robbery... Could this failure be part of a current shared concern? Fortunately, I had no passengers and nothing in tow. I often tow a boat with this vehicle . Mileage approximately 70,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10195681, filed 2007-07, 70,000 miles“Engine throttle does not release. Applied brakes and vehicle keeps going. I had to turn off engine, lost steering. The first time was in april 05. There was a crash at this time. The second time was today and I was sure it was the car this time.”
NHTSA complaint #10147946, filed 2006-01, 99,000 milesRelated recalls
- 09V399000Oct 13, 2009Ford 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…Covers: Ford Explorer 1995–2002, E-150 1992–2003, E-350 1992–2003 +12 more
- 07V336000Aug 3, 2007On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain…Covers: Ford Explorer 1999–2001, E-150 1992–1993, 1997–2003, E-350 1992–1993, 1997–2003 +18 more
- 03V280000Aug 5, 2003On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control and 4.0l sohc engines, if the strand cover on the speed control cable becomes flared at the end…Covers: Ford Explorer 1999–2001, Mercury Mountaineer 1999–2001, Ford Explorer Sport 2001 +1 more
Vehicle speed control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 5% |
| 2025 | 7 | 7% |
| 2023 | 2 | 2% |
| 2022 | 7 | 3% |
| 2021 | 15 | 3% |
| 2020 | 29 | 2% |
| 2019 | 1 | 0% |
| 2018 | 10 | 1% |
| 2017 | 21 | 1% |
| 2016 | 76 | 3% |
| 2015 | 16 | 1% |
| 2014 | 29 | 2% |
| 2013 | 38 | 2% |
| 2012 | 17 | 2% |
| 2011 | 18 | 2% |
| 2010 | 14 | 12% |
| 2009 | 5 | 15% |
| 2008 | 7 | 5% |
| 2007 | 13 | 6% |
| 2006 | 28 | 4% |
| 2005 | 44 | 9% |
| 2004 | 76 | 6% |
| 2003 | 37 | 3% |
| 2002 | 152 | 5% |
| 2001 | 36 | 10% |
| 2000 | 113 | 12% |
| 1999 | 148 | 11% |
| 1998 | 281 | 14% |
| 1997 | 202 | 12% |
| 1996 | 148 | 10% |
| 1995 | 81 | 10% |
| 1994 | 51 | 4% |
| 1993 | 38 | 4% |
| 1992 | 14 | 2% |
| 1991 | 30 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2000 Ford Explorer
217 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
133 complaintsEngine cooling
90 complaintsElectrical system
78 complaintsBrakes
64 complaintsAir bags
62 complaintsSuspension
62 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
46 complaintsSteering
40 complaintsSeats
39 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
29 complaintsBody and structure
29 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Ford Explorer
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology