2000 Ford Explorer Automatic Transmission Problems

January 15, 2003

Automatic Transmission

Consumer stated that while driving at any speed and without warning the transmission failed causing the vehicle not to accelerate. Dealer notified. Ts

ODI 10004114

December 18, 2002

Accelerator Pedal · Automatic Transmission

When placing the vehicle in reverse it will not move. Consumer has to floor the accelerator all the way down before it will move.*ak

ODI 10101728

July 17, 2002

Automatic Transmission

When shifting into reverse transmission would simultaneously shift into forward. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified. *ak consumer contacted world ford and they refused any adjustments. They acknowledged that there is a problem and that the design has been changed to correct it. *jg

ODI 8015327

July 17, 2002

Automatic Transmission

Trandsmission failed, replaced by dealer, failed again, now currently at dealership with another failure. *ak

ODI 766105

February 18, 2002 · 55,000 miles

Automatic Transmission

I think something is wrong with ford transmission because i only have this vehicle for 2 yrs and had to put a brand new transmission in this vehicle that cost me $1800.00. *ts *jb ****dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12-12-02 cut over to artemis****761914

ODI 10008816

February 13, 2002

Automatic Transmission

When tried to put vehicle into reverse, made loud noise, as stepping on gas, car would not move. However vechile will go into drive. *ak

ODI 758207

February 3, 2002

Automatic Transmission

Transmission slips when shifting to overdrive at 50-55mph. *ak

ODI 757974

December 22, 2001

Automatic Transmission

At speeds over 60 mph vehicle intermittently bucks for a few seconds, feels like it's not shifting right. Also difficult to steer at that time.*ak

ODI 8006231

December 18, 2001

Automatic Transmission · Front

While driving and making a left hand turn vehicle hesitates and vibrates in front end. Driver states it feels like gears are not engaging properly. Please provide any further information. *ak

ODI 8002458

April 20, 2001

Automatic Transmission

While driving about 40 mph transmission got stuck, and vehicle could not accelerate. When trying to pick up speed vehicle start shaking like it was going to cut off. Dealer was contacted, and fixed it under warranty.*ak

ODI 888072

April 14, 2001

Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Automatic Transmission

Vehicle was traveling only five miles on highway and transmission malfunctioned. Also, when consumer applied brakes vehicle would take a long time to stop. Dealership was aware of problem.*ak *slc

ODI 886329

March 15, 2001

Automatic Transmission

Transmission fails to brake in low gear. Have repaired 3 times, ford refuses to repair again, says they are aware of the problem but cant fix it. I use low gear in steep mountain terrain where i live and it is a safety issue. They said use the brakes. I thought they should fix the vehicle. Please help.*ak

ODI 750624

January 30, 2001

Automatic Transmission · Ignition

Vehicle failed to start. Also, while driving 55 mph, vehicle decelerated without prior warning causing loss of power. Consumer has contacted dealer, dealer unable to determine cause of problem. *ak transmission was replaced. *slc

ODI 881439

January 26, 2001

Automatic Transmission · Fuel Injection System

Stopped car in traffic to make a left hand turn. Vehicle would not go when gas pedal was pressed. Felt like vehicle was in neutral. Then after awhilte it lunged forward with great force. I was able to stop and avoided a collision. This time they replaced the transmission. Previously they replaced the fuel pump.*ak

ODI 747657

December 28, 2000

Automatic Transmission · Column Shift

Transmission or transfer case seems to be dropping out of gear. Regardless of speed it will drop out then back in gear. Sometimes when backing up and then putting vehicle in drive it sits there for almost one min. Until it kicks in. Been to the dealership a few times and they said it was normal. Whem i bought this in aug of 2000 transfer case was empty of fluid and did not find out for two weeks. Dealership refuses…

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ODI 740042

December 6, 2000

Automatic Transmission · Engine · Lubricant

There was a very loud noise coming from engine. Took vehicle to dealer, and they replaced the engine lifters. 5 days later, problem reoccurred. Vehicle has had 4 engines in last two years. *ak on several occasions, the check engine soon light came on. Dealer replaced cam sensor and gas cap. However light came on again. Occasionally there is a rough idle and vehicle feels as if it is about to stall. Dealer replaced…

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ODI 8001364

October 11, 2000

Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Automatic Transmission

While reversing engine could not decelerate. When stepping on brakes pedal went to the floor, but vehicle could not be stopped, crashing into garage. Then vehicle was towed to dealer, and they could not find out what caused problem.*ak

Crash reported

ODI 879230

August 18, 2000

Automatic Transmission · Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch · Unknown Or Other

1st failure: transmission would not downshift. Engine check engine & o/d lights on. Dealer replaced all electronic trans components + valve assembly. 2nd failure: 2 months later transmission slipping, would not engage any gear. Fluid leaking apparently from cooling line.

ODI 734990

April 1, 2000

Automatic Transmission · Tires

I have had numersous complaints about this vehicle some have reoccurred, and some have never been fixed. No safety defect listed in summary. *ak( dot number: tire size: stock )

ODI 726566

April 1, 2000

Automatic Transmission · Tires

I have had numersous complaints about this vehicle some have reoccurred, and some have never been fixed. No safety defect listed in summary. *ak( dot number: tire size: stock )

ODI 726565

March 17, 2000

Automatic Transmission · Vehicle Speed Control

While son was driving, he put vehicle into overdrive before passing an intersection. When he took foot off the accelerator to step on the brakes, vehicle accelerated out of control, crashing into another vehicle. *ak

Crash reported

ODI 858782

43,000 miles

Automatic Transmission

Problems with transmission on 2000 ford explorer.*mr component's within the transmission had to be replaced at 43000 miles. This is the second ford explorer the consumer has owned with transmission problems. The consumer seeks some financial assistance. *nm

ODI 10083362

Automatic Transmission

While shifting gears vehicle jerked. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the transmission needed to be replaced due to worn-out parts.*ak

ODI 10063513

69,900 miles

Automatic Transmission

While driving vehicle jerks when automatically shifting gears. Dealer stated that automatic transmission needed a new valve kit. *ak

ODI 10044303

Automatic Transmission · Gasoline · Hydraulic Power Assist System

When driving at any speed without any prior warning vehicle stalled, causing loss of all power steering. Also, overdrive light illuminated on dash before vehicle stalled out. Consumer has contacted dealer. Dealer has yet to determine the cause. Please provide any further details.*ak

ODI 894501