Does the 2000 Ford E Series have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Ford E Series, the most recent reported on December 5, 2007 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, diesel). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Ford E Series?

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints), followed by equipment (1).

How many 2000 Ford E Series complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 6 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2000 Ford E Series recalls and problems

2 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2000 Ford E Series.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2000 Ford E Series recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engine, diesel

NHTSA campaign 07V553000 · reported December 5, 2007 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY · 1,176,000 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: In the event of an engine stall, a crash could result without warning.
The fix: 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.

Structure

NHTSA campaign 03V094000 · reported March 7, 2003 · SOUTHERN COMFORT CONVERSIONS · 3,674 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Certain pickup truck, van, and mini van conversions equipped with southern comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by american technology components, INC. These units contain a courtesy light or lights that might overheat when the wire harness is exposed to excessive moisture and road salt.
The risk: This overheating condition can cause the running board to melt or cause a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the wiring harness on these running boards. Owner notification began march 7, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact southern comfort at 1-800-745-6096.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine and engine cooling1
Equipment1
Exterior lighting1
Fuel system, gasoline1
Structure1
Suspension1
Tires1
Unknown or other1
Vehicle speed control1
Wheels1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 8, 2025 · Unknown or other
We rented a Class C RV based on a Ford E-Series chassis from El Monte RV. During our trip, we experienced two dangerous tire tread separations. The first incident occurred on the third day of our trip on the highway. The right rear tire's tread detached while driving at moderate speed (~55–60 mph), causing the tire to…

Oct 10, 2014 · Tires · 80,210 miles
ONE OF OUR VANS' BCT JB42 FRONT TIRE BLEW UP LEAVING FROM A PARKED AREA WITHOUT GOING OVER ANY SHARP OBJECTS OR CURVES. FORTUNATELY NO ONE WAS HURT BUT IT COULD HAVE CAUSED A HUGE ACCIDENT ON THE ROAD. I CHECKED FOR RECALL ON THIS TIRE BUT IT WAS NOT... I WILL NOW HAVE TO REPLACE 12 OF THESE TIRES ON MY OTHER VEHICLES…

Oct 20, 2006 · Fuel system, gasoline · 110,000 miles
I HAVE A 2000 FORD EXPEDITION THAT WHEN DRIVING, AS SOON AS THE LOW FUEL LIGHT COMES ON, THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF. I HAD SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHEN I AM LESS THAN A MILE FROM A GAS STATION, AND THE TRUCK HAS TROUBLE MAKING IT TO THE GAS STATION. THERE ARE SEVERAL INSTANCES WHEN MY SUV IS PARKED UP HILL AND IT HAS MORE THAN A…

May 23, 2005 · Structure · 176,472 miles
DT: PROBLEMS WITH THE FRAMES ; CRACKS IN THE FRAMES; RECEIVED A SVC. BULLETIN AND AN ARTICLE BY THE NATIONAL AMB. ASSOC. TO REPORT THIS

Mar 23, 2005 · Vehicle speed control · 65,000 miles
MY CRUISE CONTROL NO LONGER WORKS ON MY 2000 FORD ECONOLINE. ALSO, I HAD TO REPLACE ME REAR AIR CONDITIONER LINES, THEY RUSTED OUT.

E Series model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2000	2	6
2001	2	6
2002	2	6
2003	2	5

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Questions

Does the 2000 Ford E Series have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Ford E Series, the most recent reported on December 5, 2007 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, diesel). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Ford E Series?: Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints), followed by equipment (1).
How many 2000 Ford E Series complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 6 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 8, 2025.