Ford Utility VAN XH Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 15, 2008 · 7 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Ford Utility VAN XH, across 3 model years (1998–2000). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 1998, with 3 complaints
1998: 3199831999: 1199912000: 320003

n = 7 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Ford Utility VAN XH years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Utility VAN XH model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2000 Utility VAN XH: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 1998 Utility VAN XH: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 1999 Utility VAN XH: 1 complaint, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Ford Utility VAN XH problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System110
Fuel System, Other110
Latches/locks/linkages110
Power Train110
Service Brakes, Hydraulic110
Steering110
Tires110
Vehicle Speed Control110

All Ford Utility VAN XH model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2000 Utility VAN XH30—Power Train
1999 Utility VAN XH10—Fuel System, Other
1998 Utility VAN XH30—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Ford Utility VAN XH years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2000 (3), 1998 (3), 1999 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Ford Utility VAN XH?

Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Ford Utility VAN XH have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.