2000 Ford Grand Marquis Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 3, 2005 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Grand Marquis years
Not enough data 5th of 8 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Ford Grand Marquis. That ranks 5th out of 8 Grand Marquis model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 4,700 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2000 Ford Grand Marquis problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System2 · ~4,700 mi
Suspension2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Structure1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System250%4,700——
Suspension250%———
Service Brakes, Hydraulic125%———
Structure125%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2000, with 1 complaints
2000: 1200012002: 1200212003: 1200312005: 120051

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2000 Ford Grand Marquis recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 Ford Grand Marquis.

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.

The consumer was unable to turn the key inside the ignition switch. The vehicle was towed to the dealership, but the problem was not resolved. The cause was not determined. Please provide more information. *jb

Electrical System · received Feb 3, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10109704

The consumer had problems starting the vehicle during heavy rain. On normal sunny days the vehicle started with no problem. The dealer inspected the vehicle but could not duplicate or correct the problem. *nlm

Electrical System · received May 23, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10020507

On several occasions, while accelerating there is a loud noise coming from abs system. Dealer has been contacted and stated it was a mechanical noise that is a normal function of the abs. *ak experiencing rattle type noise from right front door area, unable to duplicate problem, vibration felt in…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Jan 28, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 8002941

Vehicle constantly steers to left. Dealer has repaired vehicle several times and has not been able to correct the problem.*ak

Suspension · received Sep 22, 2000 · NHTSA complaint 871279

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Ford Grand Marquis?

Owners most often report electrical system, suspension, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Ford Grand Marquis?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2000 Ford Grand Marquis a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Grand Marquis model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.