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2000 Ford Explorer recalls

The 2000 Ford Explorer has 9 safety recalls. Here is what each one means, the risk, and the free fix.

Speed control (3)Seats (1)Body & structure (1)Powertrain & transmission (1)Seat belt (1)Airbag (1)Electrical system (1)
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2000–2003 Ford E-150 & 2000–2003 Ford E-250 + 12 more

Speed control recall · 09V399
Ford 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 through E-550, 1995-2002…
📅 Oct 13, 2009· 4,500,000 vehicles

2000–2003 Ford E-150 & 2000–2003 Ford E-250 + 9 more

Speed control recall · 07V336
On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, Sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak…
📅 Aug 3, 2007· 3,600,000 vehicles

2000–2001 Ford Explorer & 2001–2002 Ford Explorer Sport + 2 more

Seats recall · 03V281
On certain Sport utility vehicles equipped with high back seats, the upper bolt on the driver's side high back seat, that attaches the seat recliner mechanism to the seat back…
📅 Aug 7, 2003· 1,552,880 vehicles

2000–2001 Ford Explorer & 2000–2001 Mercury Mountaineer + 2 more

Speed control recall · 03V280
On 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, the speed control…
📅 Aug 7, 2003· 448,005 vehicles

2000–2003 Chevrolet G Series & 2000–2003 Chevrolet Suburban + 10 more

Body & structure recall · 03V094
Certain pickup truck, van, and MINI van conversions equipped with southern comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by american technology…
📅 Mar 18, 2003· 3,674 vehicles

2000 Ford Explorer

Powertrain & transmission recall · 00V395
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with the 3.27 or 3.55 axle ration.
📅 Nov 29, 2000· 100,500 vehicles

2000 Ford Contour & 2000 Ford Escort + 8 more

Seat belt recall · 00V228001
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles, light duty trucks, sport utility vehicles, and MINI vans equipped with trw seat belt buckle assemblies.
📅 Aug 22, 2000· 144,435 vehicles

2000 Ford Explorer & 2000 Mercury Mountaineer

Airbag recall · 00V179
Vehicle description: 4-DOOR sport utility vehicles equipped with side air bags.
📅 Jul 11, 2000· 2,300 vehicles

2000 Ford Explorer & 2000 Mercury Mountaineer

Electrical system recall · 00V072
Vehicle description: multi-purpose vehicles equipped with 4.0L engines and all-time 4-WHEEL drive (A4WD) powertrains.
📅 Mar 13, 2000· 208,903 vehicles

Other Ford Explorer years

2001 2002 2003 All years

FAQ

Does the 2000 Ford Explorer have any recalls?

Yes. The 2000 Ford Explorer has 9 open or past safety recalls in NHTSA data: 09V399 (speed control); 07V336 (speed control); 03V281 (seats); 03V280 (speed control); 03V094 (body & structure); 00V395 (powertrain & transmission); 00V228001 (seat belt); 00V179 (airbag). A recall only applies to your car if its VIN is included.

Are 2000 Ford Explorer recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

How do I check my 2000 Ford Explorer for recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN (on the driver-side dashboard or door jamb) on our VIN check page or at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Ford dealer.