2000 Ford Mountaineer Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 3, 2005 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Mountaineer years
Not enough data 7th of 8 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Ford Mountaineer. That ranks 7th out of 8 Mountaineer model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 86,000 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 Mountaineer problems

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

Power Train1 · ~86,000 mi
Seats1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train150%86,000——
Seats150%———

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

2000 Ford Mountaineer recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 Ford Mountaineer.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Driveline went out while driving at 60 mph, vehicle vibrated so badly that it felt like a flat tire. Vehicle was taken apart. Transfer case was rebuilt prior to this incident. No driveline can be located to make repairs.*ak

Power Train · received Dec 7, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10103259

Recall campaign: notice received for 03s04 driver seat recliner bolt. *bf the consumer took his vehicle in for the recall service . After a suggested radiator flush the consumer was told the parts to complete the service were not available. The consumer received an invoice for completed service but…

Seats · received Dec 7, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10108818

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Ford Mountaineer?

Owners most often report power train, seats problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Ford Mountaineer?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2000 Ford Mountaineer a good year?

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