2000 Ford F Series Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 17%of 41 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 43,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the brakes of the 2000 Ford F Series, 17% of the 41 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 43,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Strong vehicle vibration during brake application, especially during down hill braking. Called corning Ford dealership, where I bought truck new. They refused to honor any warranty work on brake problems with that many miles on truck. Called customer 800# - they also refused repair coverage. Took truck to schwab tire in redding, ca.( it's thirty+ miles to schwab tire from my home. It?s almost eighty miles one way to corning Ford from my house.)schwab tells me that vehicle vibration on brake application indicates warped rotors. …”
NHTSA complaint #10070099, filed 2004-01, 43,000 miles“Abs warning light came on. Diagnosis was faulty hydraullic control unit. Since it occured at 61,615 miles and still on original brake pads/linings and tires I feel failure was premature. Happened shortly after recal for speed contol disturbed brake system. Repair cost for diagnosis and extimate for repair $475+ so repairs have not yet been done.”
NHTSA complaint #10128187, filed 2005-07, 61,615 miles“1. Brake rotors serviced 7 times(the 3rd. New set of rotors is currently on front). 2. Exterior paint failed and required repainting. 3. Front ball joints failed. 4. Front hubs failed. 5. Power steering pump failed. 6. Water pump failed. 7. Suspension bushing failed. 8. 3 of 4 stock tires developed bulges. 9. Currently there are suspension problems developing in the front and the hubs do not engage automatically.”
NHTSA complaint #10070038, filed 2004-01, 30,000 miles“Regarding NHTSA Recall Number 05V017000; * Component: Speed control deactivation switch. Available for inspection. * Safety Risk: Spontaneous fire occurred on 07/20/2026 at apx 1am destroying the vehicle, damaging two other vehicles, and nearly burning down our home. *Problem Reproduced: Unknown * Component Inspected: Yes, by HOI claims adjuster. * Any warning lamps/ messages?: I had been dealing with a engine light about 1 year earlier that popped up again about 3 months ago. The codes indicated Lean bank-Right and Lean bank-Left . …”
NHTSA complaint #11756937, filed 2026-08“Brake has been replaced three or more times for a knocking and grinding noise. Please furnish additional information. Dealer is aware of the problem. Ph”
NHTSA complaint #10006620, filed 2003-02Brakes: other model years
Other parts of the 2000 Ford F Series
10 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsTires
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Ford F Series
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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