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2000 Ford F-250 Sd problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 277 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 7.9 times the median F-250 Sd year — the 2000 model ranks #7 of 36 F-250 Sd years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Reports tied to this model year include 4 deaths and 19 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.

Engine leads the complaint categories with 73 reports (26% of the total).

277

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

5

Investigations

19

Crash-involved

28

Fires reported

19

Injuries

4

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2000 compare to other F-250 Sd years?

F-250 Sd NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted381 complaints1991: 1 complaints1992: 3 complaints1993: 4 complaints1994: 2 complaints1995: 12 complaints1996: 11 complaints1997: 52 complaints1998: 1 complaints1999: 304 complaints2000: 277 complaints2001: 331 complaints2002: 282 complaints2003: 229 complaints2004: 345 complaints2005: 381 complaints2006: 353 complaints2007: 85 complaints2008: 175 complaints2009: 33 complaints2010: 48 complaints2011: 189 complaints2012: 97 complaints2013: 32 complaints2014: 37 complaints2015: 31 complaints2016: 15 complaints2017: 119 complaints2018: 23 complaints2019: 13 complaints2020: 4 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 5 complaints2023: 76 complaints2024: 52 complaints2025: 19 complaints2026: 13 complaints
F-250 Sd NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2000 Ford F-250 Sd problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine7326%
Tires & Wheels4516%
Brakes2810%
Transmission259%
Electrical System249%
Suspension218%
Speed Control155%
Visibility & Wipers83%
Steering83%
Other83%
Airbags62%
Fuel System62%
Body & Structure41%
Seat Belts31%
Seats21%
Lighting10%

Does the 2000 Ford F-250 Sd have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

09V399000Speed ControlOctober 13, 2009 · 4,500,000 units

Defect

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 EXPLORER, 1997 AND 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, 1995-1997 AND 2001-2003 RANGER, AND 1994 F53 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TEXAS INSTRUMENTS SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS). THE SCDS MAY LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.

Consequence

A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR WITH OR WITHOUT THE ENGINE RUNNING.

Remedy

FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS THAT DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS IN LINE WITH THE SCDS. ON 1999-2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES WITH A LEAKING SCDS, DEALERS WILL ALSO INSPECT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE CONNECTOR AND REPAIR AS NECESSARY. REPAIRS WILL BE COMPLETED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 27, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-888-222-2751.

07E106000Tires & WheelsDecember 17, 2007 · 130,000 units

Defect

CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL REPLACEMENT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WITH THE BRAND NAMES: NATIONAL, CARQUEST P/NOS. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, AND 515060, SHIPPED BETWEEN JANUARY 23, 2006, AND DECEMBER 20, 2007, SOLD FOR LIGHT DUTY AND MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS. THE INBOARD RETENTION NUT USED TO MAINTAIN HUB BEARING ASSEMBLY CAN LOOSEN RESULTING IN AN ABS LIGHT INDICATION, NOISE, AND/OR WHEEL SEPARATION.

Consequence

WHEEL SEPARATION CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE HUB ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL TOLL-FREE AT 877-489-6659.

07V553000EngineDecember 5, 2007 · 1,176,000 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR LOCATED ON THE ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE MAY FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ENGINE STALL.

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF AN ENGINE STALL, A CRASH COULD RESULT WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SENSOR AND REPLACE IT WITH AN IMPROVED CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.

06E026000LightingMarch 23, 2006 · 61,944 units

Defect

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence

WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“MY 2000 FORD F-250 WITH A TRITON V-10 MOTOR IS BLOWING SPARK PLUGS. IT HAS BLOWN 5 SPARK PLUGS NOW OVER THE LAST 6 MONTHS OR SO, AND THIS IS ON A MOTOR INSTALLED BY FORD. SO IF THERE CLAIM OF IMPROPER TORQUE IS TRUE THEN IT WAS THEM WHO IS TO BLAME. I ALSO READ MANY CONSUMER REPORTS SAYING MANY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · January 4, 2008 · fire

“TIRE FAILURE/BLOW-OUT. BRIDGESTONE HAS ISSUED A SAFTEY COMPAIGN NOTICE ON AUGUST 26, 2004. THIS INFORMATION SUBSTANTIATES MY ORIGINAL FAULTY TIRE CLAIM BACK IN FEBRUARY. I AM SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE TIRE(S) AND VEHICLE DAMAMGE. *AK PLEASE ADVISE AS TO HOW I SHOULD PROCEED. THANK YOU.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · February 12, 2004 · crash

“WHILE PARKING AT 5 MPH CONSUMER DEPRESSED THE BRAKES AND VEHICLE WOULD NOT SLOW DOWN. THEN, VEHICLE COLLIDED INTO A BUILDING. A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WAS CALLED TO THE SCENE, AND INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE ACTUATING ROD RETAINING CLIP BROKE, AND WAS LAYING ON THE FLOOR OF THE VEHICLE.*AK ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 3, 2003 · crash

“TRANSFER CASE ON 4X4 F-250 SD DEFECTS LOCKS UP WHEELS TRAVELING HWY. (4 WHEEL DRIVE NOT ENGAGED). VEHICLE SKIDS HARD LEFT CAUSING ROLLOVER. STATE HWY PATROL INVESTIGATION CONCLUDES EQUIPMENT FAILURE TO BE CAUSE OF ACCIDENT. VEHICLE REMAINS UNREPAIRED FOR FURTHER INVESTIGATION AND DOCUMENTATION. *NM”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · October 14, 2006 · crash

“I HAVE A F250 FORD SUPER DUTY 7.3L DIESEL,YEAR 200 101,000 MILES.WHILE MY WIFE WAS TAKING THE KIDS TO SCHOOL A FIRE STARTED UNDER THE HOOD WITH THE CRUISE DEACTIVATION SWITCH.THIS IS IN A RECALL FOR F150 AND VANS BUT NOT MY F250 DIESEL.THIS FIRE WAS FLAMING UNDER THE HOOD WHEN MY WIFE PULLED INTO A…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 18, 2005 · fire

2000 Ford F-250 Sd — common questions

Is the 2000 Ford F-250 Sd reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 277 complaints put the 2000 model at #7 of 36 F-250 Sd years. It is one of the F-250 Sd years to avoid.

What are the most common 2000 F-250 Sd problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (73 complaints), tires & wheels (45 complaints), brakes (28 complaints).

Does the 2000 Ford F-250 Sd have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2000 Ford F-250 Sd. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2000 Ford F-250 Sd under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 5 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Ford F-250 Sd years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the F-250 Sd years to avoid are 2005, 2006, 2004, 2001, 1999, 2002, 2000, 2003, 2011, 2008, 2017, 2012, 2007, 2023, 2015, 2018, 2016, 2019, 2020, 2021. The cleanest record among F-250 Sd years belongs to 1998.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.