Does the 2000 Ford F Series have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 Ford F Series, the most recent reported on March 7, 2003 (Structure). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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

Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (10 complaints), followed by steering (7).

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

3 of 41 complaints report a crash and 5 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2000 Ford F Series recalls and problems

1 recall and 41 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2000 Ford F 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 F Series recalls

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 cooling10
Steering7
Structure6
Electrical system4
Service brakes, hydraulic4
Unknown or other4
Tires3
Vehicle speed control3
Power train2
Suspension2

What owners report

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

Aug 14, 2026 · Vehicle speed control · fire reported
Regarding NHTSA Recall Number 05V017000; * Component: Speed control deactivation switch. Available for inspection. * Safety Risk: Spontaneous fire occurred on 07/20/2026 at apx 1am destroying the vehicle, damaging two other vehicles, and nearly burning down our home. *Problem Reproduced: Unknown * Component Inspected…

Jul 21, 2015 · Fuel/propulsion system · 225,000 miles
I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND THE GAS TANK FELL OFF AND WAS DRAGGING ON THE ROAD. THE STRAPS WERE CORRODED. I HAVE ONE OF THE STRAPS.

Aug 22, 2014 · Engine · 138,000 miles
THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD STUDS ROT OUT BREAK OFF AND THE GASKETS START LEAKING. I KNOW THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE 4.6 AND THE 5.4 TRITON ENGINE AS THERE ARE ABOUT 8 OF THEM IN MY WORK PARKING LOT THAT HAVE DONE THE SAME THING. I OWNED A 1999 E150 THAT DID THE SAME THING AND THE EXHAUST SMELLS IN THE CAB WERE SO BAD…

Mar 31, 2014 · Engine and engine cooling · 135,000 miles · fire reported
ON MARCH 30, 2014, AT APPROXIMATELY 3:00 P.M. (PST) MY 2000 FORD F-150 UNEXPECTEDLY CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE TRUCK WAS STATIONARY IN MY DRIVEWAY WHEN SUDDENLY BLACK SMOKE AND FIRE COULD BE SEEN COMING OUT OF THE DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WELL. THE FIRE ENGULFED THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT MELTING ALL THE PLASTIC…

Dec 31, 2013 · Steering · 165,000 miles · crash reported
I HAVE A COMPLAINT AS FORD WITH THERE SHIFTERS I HAVE ALSO SEEN IT ON SOME OLDER AND NEWER MODELS IS THE TWO BOLTS ON THE BRACKET ON THE END OF THE SHIFTER ROD ON THE STEERING COLUMN COME LOOSE AND OR MISSING BOLT AND THERE FOR HAVE SHIFTING PROBLEMS AS I DID ONE MORNING WITH MY 2000 F 150 WENT TO START THE TRUCK…

F Series model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	1	41	3	5
2001	1	44	1	10
2002	1	34	1	1
2003	1	1	1	0

Across all years, the 2001 F Series has the most complaints (44). All Ford F Series years →

Questions

Does the 2000 Ford F Series have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 Ford F Series, the most recent reported on March 7, 2003 (Structure). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Ford F Series?: Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (10 complaints), followed by steering (7).
How many 2000 Ford F Series complaints mention a crash or fire?: 3 of 41 complaints report a crash and 5 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 14, 2026.