2000 Ford Explorer Automatic Transmission Problems
- 77
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 77 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- automatic transmission · 9 records
- transmission replaced · 9 records
- only miles · 7 records
- light flashing · 7 records
- valve body · 7 records
- transmission went · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 14 |
| 30–60k mi | 13 |
| 100–150k mi | 9 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission · Engine
The 2000 ford explorer suv began to slow down as the engine rpms increased. After pulling over and turning the ignition off, we noticed smoke coming from the hood. Underneath the car, flames were dripping down from the transmission. We used a fire extinguisher to extinguish the flames on the ground, and attempted to open the hood. After the hood was opened, large flames were observed in the engine compartment. The…
Fire reported
ODI 10413364
Automatic Transmission
2000 ford explorer 4.0l sohc. O/d light started blinking while driving down a hill, without the accelerator pressed. When i started to ascend the next hill i was almost rear ended since the transmission would not shift to 4th (overdrive) and i had to depress the accelerator pedal almost to the floor to get the power to get up the hill. Bought this vehicle to replace my 1999 ford zx2 which ran great minus the fact…
ODI 10348932
Automatic Transmission
2000 ford explorer [xxx] xlt 4 dr 4x4 ohv "x" vin 4.0 ohv engine. 2 re-built 5r55e transmissions. Both times po-741 codes torque converter clutch system stuck off. Had to start in low and shift to drive to move thru gears. No reverse unless you gun engine then slowly moves in reverse sometimes. Re-built at 113k and again at 195,000 miles. Sometimes no gear when driving. Have to switch overdrive off to gain traction.…
ODI 10351176
Automatic Transmission
2000 ford explorer,transmission will slip,lock up in overdrive,place in reverse car lurches forward.the o/d off light flashes engine rpms are very high.there are thousands of people that keep having the same problems with this vehicle. It has 4.0 engine and the 5r55e automatic transmission. This vehicle is dangerous to my family and to the public you never know what type of reaction will come out of this…
ODI 10346468
Automatic Transmission
Vehicles transmission slips causing loss of power to gearing. Unsafe conditions exists while trying to use power to avoid accidents. When vehicle key is switched off then on again, transmission resets until next event of power loss. *tr
ODI 10331024
Automatic Transmission
My transmission on my 2000 ford explorer xlt over drive o/d light started to flash on and off. I only have 169,000 miles on the truck. When i was driving it started to jerk and slip out of gear. Now it only let me drive only in one gear. I've called the ford dealerships and says there is nothing we can do. It should be a recall on this problem because so many ford explorer owners up to the 2002 model has the same…
ODI 10327513
Automatic Transmission
2000 ford explorer transmission malfunction. This is a safety problem which seems to be rapid on the ford explorer line in several years. The transmission seems to fail at an early or late into ownership. I talked to dealer in my area and there comments where. Don't tell transmission o/d light blinking and tranny slips, the minute i just said light comes on! This is a serious safety issue as when driving it just…
ODI 10293779
Automatic Transmission · Vehicle Speed Control
2000 ford explorer has a delay in shifting on transmission, o/d off light flashing and car winds out in between gears... Very costly so far and extremely dangerous!!!!!!!!! *cn
ODI 10307592
Automatic Transmission
I have a 2000 ford explorer. Several years ago i had to replace the transmission, which i understand is very common in ford vehicles. Now just a few years later i'm having transmission issues again. The car is jolting ahead when at a complete stop. And also not want to get into the next gear properly. I am now told that i have to repair the transmission valve body. It seems these vehicles have way too many…
ODI 10287352
Automatic Transmission
On august 28, 2009 i was driving with my husband and two children under age 2 on the massachusetts turnpike when our 2000 ford explorer suddenly accelerated. I could not stop the car with the brakes and was forced to put the car in neutral to finally get the car to stop. I was using the cruise control at the time and had it set just under 70 mph. My car at one point was going almost 90 as we tried to figure out what…
ODI 10282921
Automatic Transmission
2000 ford explorer has o/d light blinking. Rough shifting from 1st to 2nd. Barely is able to get into park which leaves the vehicle able to roll away. (automatic transmission). *tr
ODI 10325583
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford explorer. The contact stated that while attempting to park, the gear selector would not shift into the park position. The gear was shifted into neutral to allow the vehicle to remain stationary and the engine was turned off. The contact positioned bricks in front of each tire to prevent the vehicle from rolling. The failure was a continuous occurrence. The vehicle was taken to the…
ODI 10370544
Automatic Transmission
2000 ford explorer 4.0 v6 sohc with less than 120,000miles- 5 speed overdrive transmission is going into failure. Slips consistently when shifting between second and third gear, rpms have to raise well above the necessary level to actuate the shifting mechanism, whether it may be valves or the bands. *tr
ODI 10303506
Automatic Transmission
Faulty transmission on 2000 ford explorer. O/d light flashes and transmission shifts hard. Occurs on mid to long range trips and will likely require a transmission rebuild. It is known that this is a common issue with ford suv's/trucks from late 90's and early 2000's, but ford refuses to "acknowledge" the issue. *tr
ODI 10332517
Automatic Transmission
I noticed a slight hesitation in the transmission shifting from 1st to 2nd gear once in a while yesterday. Within 5 miles the o/d light was flashing and by the time i go home(luckily)5 miles later, reverse was now not working. I have a car that has already had 1 transmission replaced, needing another one. I am extremely lucky that i did not get stranded!!!! *tr
ODI 10253720
Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling
At 166,000 head gasket blew plus there were other engine problems. Replaced with another engine. Now transmission is going out. It will go into reverse fine but will go into drive with problems. If vehicle is cold it will go into drive faster than when it is warmed up. At warm temp it may take several tries of shifting from park back to drive or waiting several minutes for it to drop into drive after shifting out of…
ODI 10251892
Automatic Transmission
O/d light started flashing and wouldn't correct with the button on the gear shift. Explorer would rev at inappropriate times. Mileage has dropped from 21 to 16 mpg which outrageous. Took it in to be checked expecting the sensors to be off but was told the transmission was shot, the converter was busted, metal in the transmission, would need to completely replace the transmission. *tr
ODI 10233850
Automatic Transmission
Problem with transmission. Slips between 2nd and 3rd gear. Over drive light is flashing. Took to repair shop and cost $300, did not fix problem. *tr
ODI 10226351
Automatic Transmission · Hub · Suspension
In early september, my transmission locked up while on a trip with my family. The mileage at the time was under 85,000 miles. It cost me over $1500 to have a rebuilt transmission installed. Apparently, other ford explorer xlt owners have had the same issue. In addition, several months later, both wheel hub assembly's have gone bad to the tune of over $800. The mileage is still under 90,000. I had to take the vehicle…
ODI 10218461
Automatic Transmission
My first car was a 2000 ford explorer and i could not be more disappointed with the performance of this vehicle. Although i have had the car now for a few years, it has never been in an accident. There have been some minor issues with the car that are expected with normal wear and tear. However at only about 60,000 miles i started having very bad transmission problems. The o/d light flashes nearly every time i drive…
ODI 10268321
Automatic Transmission
Premature failure of automatic transmission, 2000 ford explorer, transmission is the same used in the pinto. Very under rated for what it is expected to perform. *nm
ODI 10182970
Automatic Transmission
2000 ford explorer while parked in our driveway (parked- keys out and in my pocket) it began rolling backward. I was able to jump in and depress the brake pedal just before it would have rolled of the hill and into the street. Then it did the same thing again the next day. *nm
ODI 10171369
Automatic Transmission
2000 ford explorer transmission went out at 54,000 miles, rebuilt cost $1,350. Car is at 128500 miles and transmission has gone out again! Car has not piled trailer or load on system. Ford transmissions are junk! *jb
ODI 10155535
Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling
I have a 2000 ford explorer with 46,000 miles on it. I noticed a delay going into first gear on transmission. Took car to dealer and they repaired transmission to the cost of $2900. I am 61 years old and drive very little. I expected at least 100,000 miles from this vehicle before major problems. Dealer found elc trans diagnostic found internal wear. Found inter and od servo piston hard 2-3 shift valve sticking. R/r…
ODI 10154707
Automatic Transmission
2000 ford explorer with 58,000 miles. Transmission slips when shifting gears. 'od off' light flashes. Dealer wants to replace valve body and torque converter. I don't think there should be major tranny problems like this at 60k. I have found several other people with similar problems online. *nm
ODI 10153266