2000 FORD EXCURSION — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

634

Owner Complaints

43 Crashes 56 Fires 7 Deaths

6

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

58

Service Bulletins

1

Investigation

Overview of the 2000 FORD EXCURSION

The 2000 FORD EXCURSION has received a total of 634 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 6 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, WHEELS:HUB, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL. 58 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Tires (102 complaints), Tirestreadbelt (53 complaints), and Electrical System (41 complaints).

Recalls for the 2000 FORD EXCURSION

NHTSA has recorded 6 recalls for the 2000 FORD EXCURSION, potentially affecting up to 8,163,000 vehicles.

Recall 09V399000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

| 4,500,000 vehicles affected

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...

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Recall 07E106000 — WHEELS:HUB

| 130,000 vehicles affected

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.

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Recall 07V553000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

| 1,176,000 vehicles affected

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.

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Recall 06V286000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

| 1,200,000 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.

Consequence: OVERHEATING COULD RESULT IN SMOKE OR BURN AND AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 7, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017 AND 05V388)

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Recall 01V258000 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

| 1,083,000 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND LIGHT AND MEDIUM DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. A SWITCH LOCATED IN THE PLASTIC COVER OF THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COULD MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN LOSS OF INTERMITTENT WIPER FUNCTION, LOSS OF WIPER PARK FUNCTION, COMPLETE LOSS OF WIPER FUNCTION, OR IGNITION OF THE PLASTIC COVER MATERIAL. SWITCH MALFUNCTION IS MOST...

Consequence: LOSS OF VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DATE CODE ON THE WIPER MOTOR. MOTORS BUILT WITH THE SUSPECT TIME FRAME WILL HAVE THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COVER REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 20, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED...

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Recall 01V075000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH

| 74,000 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. DUE TO THE USE OF INCORRECT MATERIAL BY A SUPPLIER, THE HEADLAMP SWITCH KNOB CAN FRACTURE AND SEPARATE FROM THE HEADLAMP SWITCH.

Consequence: THIS WOULD CAUSE DIFFICULTY FOR THE DRIVER TO ACTIVATE THE HEADLAMPS, WHICH COULD AFFECT DRIVER VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLAMP SWITCH KNOB. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 9, 2001. 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...

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Owner Complaints for the 2000 FORD EXCURSION

634 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2000 FORD EXCURSION. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Tires
Complaints: 102 6 Crashes 4 Injuries 2 Deaths
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 53 8 Crashes 21 Injuries 1 Death
Electrical System
Complaints: 41 12 Fires
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 33 1 Crash 1 Injury
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 29 5 Fires 1 Injury 1 Death
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 22 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 21
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 17 13 Fires
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 15 1 Crash 3 Fires
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 15
Suspension
Complaints: 14 1 Crash 5 Injuries 2 Deaths
Exterior Lightingheadlightsswitch
Complaints: 12
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 11 1 Crash
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 11 1 Crash 4 Fires
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 10 2 Crashes
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 10
Steering
Complaints: 10 1 Crash
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 9 9 Crashes 5 Injuries 1 Death
Engine
Complaints: 9 1 Fire
Air Bags
Complaints: 8 6 Crashes 5 Injuries
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 8 5 Fires
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 8
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 8
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 8 1 Injury
Engine And Engine Coolingenginediesel
Complaints: 7
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 7
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 7 2 Fires
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 6
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 6 1 Crash
Seats
Complaints: 6 3 Fires 2 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 6
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 4 3 Fires
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 4
Structure
Complaints: 4
Seatsfront Assemblyseat Heatercooler
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 3
Equipmentmechanicalaccessory Scissorscrewbottle Jacklift
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 2
Parking Brakeconventionalmechanical
Complaints: 2
Power Train
Complaints: 2
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
Complaints: 2
Seatsfront Assemblyhead Restraint
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes
Complaints: 2
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 2
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 2
Structurebody
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfrontspringscoil Springs
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 2
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 2
Tiresvalve
Complaints: 2 1 Injury
Visibility
Complaints: 2
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 2 1 Injury
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwasher
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Wheels
Complaints: 2
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 3 Injuries
Back Over Preventionwarningsexternalpedestrian Alert
Complaints: 1
Child Seat
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolineturbosupercharger
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Diesel
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
Complaints: 1
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkagestailgatelatch
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaft
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Hubs
Complaints: 1
Power Traindriveline
Complaints: 1
Seat Belts
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsrearother
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblypower Adjust
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airantilock
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Electric
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 1
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 1
Steeringgear Boxshaft Sector
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkages
Complaints: 1
Structurebodytailgatehinge And Attachments
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontshock Absorber
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontspringsair Suspension System
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontspringsleaf Spring Assemblyhangerbracket
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontspringstorsion Bar
Complaints: 1
Tiresbead
Complaints: 1
Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Vehicle Speed Controllinkages
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevices
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherlinkages
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherswitchwiring
Complaints: 1 1 Fire

Most Recent Complaints

#11537112 | AIR BAGS | | N/A miles
2000 Ford Excursion recall was never done. Allan Vigil Ford in Clayton County GA disconnected my airbag, horn, and cruise control. They stated that a part was on order to complete the recall. We checked up on this over and over and over, the part was always "on order". This part was never installed/replaced on my car and the three things that were disconnected were never re-connected. Yet, they reported it as competed. This was 2010 I believe. Ford shows this recall as "complete", however it is not. We called Allan Vigil Ford recently, however no one will return our calls.
#11537112 | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | | N/A miles
2000 Ford Excursion recall was never done. Allan Vigil Ford in Clayton County GA disconnected my airbag, horn, and cruise control. They stated that a part was on order to complete the recall. We checked up on this over and over and over, the part was always "on order". This part was never installed/replaced on my car and the three things that were disconnected were never re-connected. Yet, they reported it as competed. This was 2010 I believe. Ford shows this recall as "complete", however it is not. We called Allan Vigil Ford recently, however no one will return our calls.
#11449011 | TIRES | | N/A miles
Michelin Defender LTX M/S size 265/75R16. 4 new tires installed less than 60 days and 1,800 miles by Costco before incident. Tire air pressure checked prior to a trip. On the trip, 1 tire rapidly deflated without warning on the freeway in Arizona. Barely had enough time to pull off the freeway and onto the shoulder. The tire showed no punctures, or tread separation, but the tire sidewalls were wrinkled and distorted. Took tire to Costco for warranty and the tire shop could not find any internal punctures and were unable to determine as to why the tire went flat. They said they have never seen a tire fail like this.
#11422854 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | N/A miles
Sunroof glass flew off the vehicle. It hit a car behind me. Was driving about 60 mph. Happened June 29, 2021 at approximately 10:45 am.
#11362184 | ENGINE | | 186,571 miles
I WAS DRIVING AND A SPARK PLUG POPPED OUT IN THE IGNITION COIL POPPED OUT

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Safety Rating for the 2000 FORD EXCURSION

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2000 FORD EXCURSION in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2000 FORD EXCURSION

Ford Motor Company has issued 58 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2000 FORD EXCURSION. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

06N05 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 06N05. CERTAIN VEHICLES EXTENDED WARRANTY - HEADLAMP SWITCH KNOB MAY FRACTURE OR FALL OFF THE HEADLAMP SWITCH. *TT HEADLAMP KNOB SWITCH - SERVICE TIP. *TT

04116 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS

FRONT HUBS NOT ENGAGING, NOT STAYING ENGAGED AND/OR UNLOCKING. *TT

032136 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

GLOW PLUG CONTROL MODULE ON 7.3L DIESEL VEHICLES WITH CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS - SERVICE TIP. *TT

032140 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

ENGINE BUCK, SURGE OR JERK (ALSO KNOWN AS HITCHING/HESITATION) WHILE THE SPEED CONTROL IS ACTIVE THROUGH ALL ENGINE TEMPERATURES. *TT

14248 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

FILM OF OIL/DUST AT THE CHARGE AIR COOLER (CAC) HOSE CONNECTIONS. *TT

16187 — STRUCTURE:BODY

ROOF PAINT SCRATCHING FROM LUGGAGE RACK CROSSBARS. *MJ

15882 — STRUCTURE:BODY

SUBJECT REGARDING ROOF RACK SCRATCHES PAINT ON ROOF PANEL. *TT

15891 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC

SUBJECT REGARDING REAR BRAKE BLEED SCREW LOCATION ON 1999 - 2002 MODELS. *TT

15902 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT LACK OF POWER STEERING ASSIST. *TT

15579 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT CALIPER PIN RATTLE NOISE ORIGINATING FROM THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS. *TT

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2000 FORD EXCURSION

NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 2000 FORD EXCURSION.

Investigation RQ05002 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH Closed

Opened:

HEADLAMP SWITCH KNOB BREAKS OFF

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