2000 Ford Expedition Reliability
The 2000 Ford Expedition has 942 owner complaints and 11 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and tires. Compared with nearby Expedition model years (1998–2002), it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Expedition's typical year.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
942
NHTSA owner complaints
11
Recall campaigns
59
Complaints citing a crash
208
Complaints citing a fire
2000 Ford Expedition complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000 model year, filed between 1999 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 226 | 24% |
| Tires | 176 | 19% |
| Speed control / throttle | 131 | 14% |
| Engine & cooling | 120 | 13% |
| Visibility / wipers | 77 | 8% |
| Suspension | 64 | 7% |
| Body structure | 50 | 5% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 41 | 4% |
2000 Ford Expedition recalls
11 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2000 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00V073000 | Mar 7, 2000 | Trailer hitch | Vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles. The trailer hitch assembly to the frame attaching bolts could lose the clamp load. |
| 00V396000 | Nov 28, 2000 | Equipment — other / owners/service/other manual | Vehicle description: certain sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks, and passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the affected Expedition/navigator owner guides do not identify the locations of… |
| 01X001000 | May 22, 2001 | Tires — tread/belt | 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 wilderness at 15, 16, and 17 inch tires mounted on Ford trucks and suvs.… |
| 01V258000 | Aug 8, 2001 | Visibility / wipers — windshield wiper/washer / motor | Vehicle description: passenger cars, sport utility vehicles, and light and medium duty pickup trucks. A switch located in the plastic cover of the wiper motor gear case could malfunction and overheat, potentially resulting in loss of intermittent wiper… |
| 02V239000 | Sep 9, 2002 | Equipment — other / labels | Certain 4x2 sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the rear tire pressure is incorrectly listed on the label for 4.2… |
| 03V094000 | Mar 7, 2003 | Body structure | Certain pickup truck, van, and mini van conversions equipped with southern comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by american technology components, inc. These units contain a courtesy light or lights that might… |
| 05V017000 | Jan 27, 2005 | Speed control / throttle — cruise control | On certain sport utility vehicles and pickup trucks, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn. |
| 05V388000 | Sep 7, 2005 | Speed control / throttle | On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn. |
| 06E056000 | Jun 13, 2006 | Fuel system | Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n f65277, shipped from January 16 through June 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Due to incorrect design, the quick connectors may not fully seat with the tube… |
| 06E060000 | Jun 29, 2006 | Exterior lighting | Certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108,… |
| 06E067000 | Aug 1, 2006 | Exterior lighting — headlights | Certain maxzone headlight assemblies, depo brand, p/nos. 331-1129l-asn and 331-1129r-asn, sold for use as aftermarket equipment for the above listed passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the photometric requirements of federal motor vehicle… |
How the 2000 compares with nearby Expedition years
Verdicts compare these Expedition model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 851 | 7 | Suspension | Avoid |
| 1999 | 970 | 9 | Engine & cooling | Avoid |
| 2000 (this page) | 942 | 11 | Electrical system | Avoid |
| 2001 | 609 | 10 | Engine & cooling | Avoid |
| 2002 | 383 | 4 | Engine & cooling | Avoid |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2000 Ford Expedition
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Tires: check tread depth and date codes, and look for uneven wear that points to alignment problems.
- Throttle and speed control: check for surging, hesitation or a reduced-power warning, and test cruise control.
- Engine & cooling: look for coolant leaks or low coolant, watch the temperature gauge on a long test drive, and check for overheating history.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 11 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2000 Ford Expedition reliability FAQ
Is the 2000 Ford Expedition reliable?
The 2000 Ford Expedition has 942 owner complaints and 11 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and tires. Compared with nearby Expedition model years (1998–2002), it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Expedition's typical year.
What are the most common 2000 Ford Expedition problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2000 Ford Expedition are electrical system (226), tires (176), speed control / throttle (131), engine & cooling (120). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2000 Ford Expedition have recalls?
NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns for the 2000 Ford Expedition, including 00V073000 (trailer hitch) and 00V396000 (equipment — other / owners/service/other manual). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2000 Ford Expedition compare with the 1999 and 2001 models?
By NHTSA records, the 1999 has 970 complaints and 9 recalls (avoid); the 2001 has 609 complaints and 10 recalls (avoid). The 2000 has 942 complaints and 11 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2000 Ford Expedition?
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2000 Expedition, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.