2000 Ford F-250 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 24about this part
- Share
- 7%of 326 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 137,090miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 24 complaints about the electrical system of the 2000 Ford F-250, 7% of the 326 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 137,090 miles. 3 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Tail light bulb socket burnt. Noticed that bulb acts like it's blown but reseating allows it to function again. This happens about once a month. No fuses are tripped which is odd. However the first time I checked this I noticed the socket was scorched yet wiring looks ok. I assumed it was just my vehicle but since have heard same report from others on their trucks and cars. There is no indication of danger until you remove tail light to check bulb.”
NHTSA complaint #11256240, filed 2019-09, 140,000 miles“Since 2006 and before, I have had unexplained incidences of battery failures and dashboard warnings. The windshield was replaced in 2006 at my request. My battery was replaced in 2006. I also had a temporary engine shutdown about this time. I had battery replacement in 2009 and 2012. On 11/02/2012 I attempted to start my f250 only to discover about a pint of water in the floor tray. I jump started, continued the trip only to discover the heater fan still operating! …”
NHTSA complaint #10494344, filed 2013-01, 50,684 miles“Traveling south on hwy 78 in sachse, tx my engine stalled at cruising speed if 45 MPH. I lost all power steering and braking control on my 2000 f250 diesel. I partially got my truck into a turn lane, and after 5 minutes of repeated cranking the truck started again only to stall out 15 seconds later. The date below is approximate, but can be verified as the part was changed under warranty, and explained as normal by my dealership.”
NHTSA complaint #10153681, filed 2006-03, 40,000 miles“Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 1999 N/A Ford F-250. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 176,369. The contact stated that the odometer was inoperable. The contact stated that the odometer only operated while the 4WD feature was activated. Upon further investigation, the contact became aware that when the previous owner purchased the vehicle in 2023, the mileage was 167,697. The correct odometer reading was unknown.”
NHTSA complaint #11717576, filed 2026-02, 176,369 miles“While driving, consumer heard a tapping noise, and vehicle began to decelerate. A spark plug had blown. Dealership replaced the part, and installed a new electrical coil, but the problem recurred.”
NHTSA complaint #10044079, filed 2003-10, 38,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10013116Sep 6, 2004Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. Various models including 2004 f-series.
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 9 | 6% |
| 2013 | 2 | 2% |
| 2012 | 18 | 7% |
| 2011 | 11 | 4% |
| 2010 | 4 | 5% |
| 2009 | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 | 12 | 6% |
| 2007 | 3 | 5% |
| 2006 | 18 | 8% |
| 2005 | 13 | 9% |
| 2004 | 36 | 23% |
| 2003 | 13 | 11% |
| 2002 | 14 | 9% |
| 2001 | 12 | 5% |
| 2000 | 24 | 7% |
| 1999 | 25 | 4% |
| 1998 | 2 | 4% |
| 1997 | 19 | 6% |
| 1996 | 11 | 6% |
| 1995 | 12 | 7% |
| 1994 | 12 | 10% |
| 1993 | 7 | 5% |
| 1992 | 9 | 8% |
| 1991 | 15 | 14% |
| 1990 | 14 | 13% |
| 1989 | 20 | 18% |
| 1988 | 15 | 24% |
| 1987 | 11 | 29% |
| 1986 | 13 | 34% |
| 1985 | 6 | 29% |
| 1984 | 5 | 50% |
Other parts of the 2000 Ford F-250
107 complaintsSteering
48 complaintsBrakes
38 complaintsEngine cooling
33 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
23 complaintsSuspension
21 complaintsAir bags
15 complaintsEngine
10 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
9 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Ford F-250
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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