2000 Ford Escape Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Escape years
- Not enough data 26th of 27 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Ford Escape. That ranks 26th out of 27 Escape model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 20%), typically at around 33,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 5owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2000 Ford Escape problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 20% | 33,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 20% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 20% | 64,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 20% | 76,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 20% | 123,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2000 Ford Escape recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 Ford Escape.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 FORD ESCAPE. WHILE DRIVING 6 MPH, THE POWER STEERING SEIZED AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO IN THE DIRECTION THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED. THE CONTACT HAD TO REVERSE THE VEHICLE AND USE EXCESSIVE FORCE TO TURN THE VEHICLE SAFELY INTO THE PARKING LOT. THERE WERE NO…
When fan for climate control is engaged, the car will shut off at whatever speed vehicle is currently at with loss of steering and brakes. Ford dealership says this is a common problem. Fix cost just under $800.00 !
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford escape. While driving between 30-40 mph, the contact heard a loud grinding noise. She drove the vehicle to a repair shop. When she attempted to place the gear into park, the vehicle proceeded to drive in reverse. The diagnosis was that the intermediate shaft failed…
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford escape. The contact stated that the rear door does not open once it is closed. The latch does not work at all. The contact has made several attempts and feels that it is a safety hazard in the event of a fire or emergency. Ford wants nothing to do with the issue…
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford escape. The contact's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle traveling 30 mph. The contact then struck the preceding vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact injured her neck and her front and rear bumpers were damaged. She was unsure if anyone else was…
Other Ford Escape years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Escape | 3 | 2 |
| 2025 Escape | 26 | 9 |
| 2024 Escape | 76 | 8 |
| 2023 Escape | 100 | 11 |
| 2022 Escape | 235 | 19 |
| 2021 Escape | 349 | 19 |
| 2020 Escape | 1,608 | 23 |
| 2019 Escape | 595 | 3 |
| 2018 Escape | 1,816 | 4 |
| 2017 Escape | 2,696 | 4 |
| 2016 Escape | 1,154 | 4 |
| 2015 Escape | 1,113 | 9 |
| 2014 Escape | 2,089 | 16 |
| 2013 Escape | 2,750 | 18 |
| 2012 Escape | 603 | 1 |
| 2011 Escape | 1,317 | 2 |
| 2010 Escape | 2,070 | 3 |
| 2009 Escape | 1,693 | 1 |
| 2008 Escape | 1,974 | 3 |
| 2007 Escape | 254 | 2 |
| 2006 Escape | 464 | 3 |
| 2005 Escape | 1,394 | 4 |
| 2004 Escape | 499 | 6 |
| 2003 Escape | 558 | 7 |
| 2002 Escape | 1,027 | 8 |
| 2001 Escape | 996 | 13 |
| 2000 | 5 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Ford Escape?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, latches/locks/linkages problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Ford Escape?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2000 Ford Escape a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Escape model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.