2000 Ford Explorer Gasoline Problems
- 27
- 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 27 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- knocking noise · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Gasoline
Vehicle started running very rough in drive but ok in park and smell of fuel or exhaust was in cabin. Took vehicle to dealership immediately. Dealership said valve was burned out and this only happens if vehicle has overheated. This vehicle has never overheated and even acknowledged a full and clean coolant level present. Dealership wants $1,800 to fix engine which only has 68,000 miles on it. *tr
ODI 10210208
Gasoline
HESITATION AFTER STOPPING. *AK
ODI 766268
Gasoline
Shortly after purchasing the vehicle used with 16000 miles, i began to notice a vibration and rattling sound while at idle. It appears to happen more often when the a/c compressor is running, causing the idle rpm's to be even lower. At this low idle speed of around 500-600 rpm, the vibration and rattling occurs and only stops if the rpm's are increased. And while driving recently with 32600 miles on the vehicle, the…
ODI 759942
Gasoline
My explorer caught on fire while parked in my parking lot. I hadn't driven it for over ten hours. The fire inspector says the fire started in engine somewhere. *ak
Fire reported
ODI 755327
Gasoline
Vehicle will stall while driving and when starting, vehicle back up and will stall again. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated nothing was wrong. Please add vin. *ak
ODI 898161
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Front · Gasoline · Rim · Shock Absorber
Front end shakes and the vehicle floats. Vehicle wanders in between lanes. Dealer replaced front shocks, but the loose feeling is still there.*ak the vehicle was vibrating due to bent rim. The brake failed at 6000 miles. There was engine noise and the cause was not known. The tires were on recall and were replaced by firestone. The shcock absorbers also failed. *yh
ODI 897014
Fuel System, Other · Gasoline · Power Window Devices And Controls · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
This exlorer/eddie bauer was leased brand new. I have had nothing but problems beginning with the first week of having it (ie. Stalling, shutting off, engine failure, excessive wind noise, window/radio replacement, inaccurate fuel readings etc..). I have been bounced back and forth between the service and sales dept. Of the dealship. Their favorite answer to a problem is, "we are unable to duplicate consumer…
ODI 759286
Gasoline
When getting inside and trying to turn on engine it will not turn on. Took vehicle to dealer, and they could not find out what was causing the problem . Also, could not be repaired.*ak
ODI 893751
Gasoline
Engine stalls at any given speed. Consumer informed dealer what the problem was. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
ODI 896282
Gasoline
Consumer had difficulties restarting vehicle after engine had been running. Also, engine stalled while operating vehicle. When engine stalled, vehicle was very hard to control, and could result in a crash. Please provide any additional information/attachments. *ak
ODI 888730
Gasoline
Ongoing problem with engine stalling at low speed of 10 or less mph or while accelerating from a stop postion. Vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on four occasions, and problem still reocurring. Provide any further information on this matter.*ak
ODI 891289
Air Bags · Gasoline · Steering Wheel/Handle Bar · Switch
When starting up vehicle air bag light remains on until vehicle is turned off. Have been to dealer for repairs several times.*ak consumer also statred the turn signals and hazard lights were inoperative, dealer replaced the multi-function switch, also there was an unusual noise coming from the engine compartment,and there was also smoke coming from the upper steeing column.*slc
ODI 8001834
Gasoline
The vehicle is now at the dealers getting a whole new engine replaced and they are requiring that i pay half the cost. I want ford to by this lemon back. I can not afford this car anylonger with all of the major problems its giving me.*ak
ODI 766122
Gasoline
We leased a 2000 ford explorer on 9-15-00 on 9-16-00 it shut off going down a hill no power steering or power brakes contacted the dealership they thought it was a fluke and wouldn't happen again. It has since happened 4 more times all going down hills. It has been in the shop 5 times but only worked on 2 of the 5 times because ford motor co. Doesn't know what to fix. They also said it had to shut off on a mechanic…
ODI 743071
Gasoline
Vehicle fails to start at any given time. Dealer always reports ntf.*ak
ODI 750871
Gasoline
Consumer states she noticed a knocking noise in the engine at about 10,000 miles, consumer was informed that ford was aware of the problem, but had no fix.*jb
ODI 564980
Gasoline
Engine makes throaty sound when both idling and accelerating. Dealer first recommended that the engine be replaced--then stated there was no problem and the noise was normal. I feel this is a problem that will persist and become worse and may endanger me and/or others. The manufacturer should replace the engine as originally suggested by the dealer.*ak
ODI 724943
Engine · Fuses And Circuit Breakers · Gasoline
The turn signal and wiper switch were replaced prior to recall (oov-072) which was probably the reason for failure. *et
ODI 556311
Gasoline
Engines making knocking noise(lifters) has had two engines replaced since we have owned this vehicle-not including the original engine that was junk,too. *ak
ODI 723966
Gasoline
Start up makes clicking noise and sometimes won't start for a few minutes. Has done it too many times to count. The dealer cannot find anything wrong with it. They say it doesn't do it when they have it.
ODI 729556
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
Gasoline
A piece within engine has broken off, and it is making a clanging noise within engine. Dealer claims ford has instructed them not to diagnose or fix defect.*ak
ODI 887815
Gasoline
When parked or driving at an speed vehicle will shut down, and lose all power without warning. The dealer has been contacted. *ak
ODI 855890
Gasoline
There is a knock in the engine upon accelerating. The car has been to plantation ford twice and each time i am told that this knocking noise is a "characteristic of the engine". Per ford engineers this engine is no longer used in current production therefore, they can compare my engine to another engine with low mileage. The mechanics at plantation ford do agree there is a noise in the engine but no one seems to…
ODI 745211
Differential Unit · Gasoline
NO SUMMARY
ODI 734760