2001 Ford Mountaineer Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 14, 2003 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

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

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2001 Ford Mountaineer. That ranks 8th out of 8 Mountaineer model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is seat belts (1 complaints, 100%). 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 2001 Ford Mountaineer problems

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

Seat Belts1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Seat Belts1100%———

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

2001 Ford Mountaineer recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2001 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.

The seat belt was not designed for short people. When the seat belt was adjusted, it rested on the consumer's chest and slid under his/her arm. *jb

Seat Belts · received May 14, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10019871

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Ford Mountaineer?

Owners most often report seat belts problems. The top one, seat belts, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2001 Ford Mountaineer?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2001 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 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.