2000 Ford Excursion problems

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The Ford Excursion is a heavy-duty (Class 2) SUV that was sold by Ford Motor Company from 2000 to 2005. At the time of its introduction, the Excursion was the longest and heaviest SUV ever to enter mass production. The third Ford SUV derived from the F-Series pickup trucks (after the Ford Bronco and the Ford Expedition), the model line used a heavier-duty chassis and frame than the Expedition; both vehicles competed against the Chevrolet Suburban.

Developed as a competitor for the 2500-series (3⁄4-ton) Chevrolet Suburban/GMC Yukon XL, the Ford Excursion was derived from the 3⁄4-ton F-250 Super Duty pickup truck (sharing its chassis with the regular cab, long-bed chassis). The model line was produced for a single generation; a shortened 2006 model year was offered exclusively for Mexico. Sold nearly exclusively in the North American market, limited numbers of the model line were produced for export. As of current production, the Excursion remains the largest mass-produced SUV (matched in length by the 2023 introduction of the lighter Jeep Grand Wagoneer L); currently, only the GMC Hummer EV SUV is heavier.

Throughout its production run, the Excursion was assembled at its Kentucky Truck Plant (Louisville, Kentucky) alongside the Ford Super Duty line; the final example was produced on September 30, 2005. For 2007, Ford introduced the extended-length Ford Expedition EL/MAX (today, Expedition MAX), competing more closely against the 1500-series Suburban in capability.

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Common 2000 Ford Excursion problems

The Ford Excursion, produced from 2000 to 2005, is known for its formidable size and presence on the road. Despite its many strengths, the Excursion has its share of common issues that owners should be aware of. Here are some of the most prevalent problems based on complaints from owners:

  • Inoperative Door Locks: Many Excursion owners have encountered problems with door locks becoming inoperative due to resistance in the circuit. This issue can affect one or multiple doors, making it inconvenient and posing a security risk.
  • Rough Idle Due to EGR Sensor Sticking: The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) sensor can stick, leading to a rough idle. This problem is usually accompanied by the Check Engine light, and cleaning or replacing the EGR valve can remedy the issue.
  • High-Pressure Oil Pump Failure: The high-pressure oil pump is critical for the Excursion's engine operation, especially in diesel models. Failure of this component can cause a "No Start" condition, requiring replacement to get the engine running again.
  • Oil Leaks: Oil leaks from the passenger-side head gasket onto the starter is another issue that has plagued some Excursion models. This not only leads to oil loss but can also cause starter problems due to oil contamination.
  • Incorrect Engine Oil Leading to Hard Starts: Using the wrong type of engine oil can lead to hard starting conditions, especially in colder climates. It is essential to use the manufacturer-recommended oil to avoid this issue.
  • Injector Seal Leaks: Diesel models can suffer from oil leaking into the fuel system due to injector seal leaks. This problem can affect engine performance and fuel efficiency.
  • Stuck Turbo: A lack of power or poor acceleration can sometimes be traced back to a stuck turbo in diesel models. Regular maintenance and checks can prevent this issue.
  • EGR Cooler Leaks: Coolant leaks from the EGR cooler are not uncommon and can lead to overheating and engine damage if not addressed promptly.
  • VGT Solenoid Failure: The Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT) solenoid controls turbo boost in diesel models. Failure of this component can result in a lack of power or a "No Boost" condition.

These common problems with the Ford Excursion, particularly in models equipped with Triton engines, can lead to costly repairs if not addressed promptly. It is essential to use the manufacturer-recommended oil and regularly maintain the vehicle to prevent some of these issues.

2000 Ford Excursion engine

What is the mileage on a 2000 Ford Excursion?

Keep in mind, however, that the Excursion has a significant drawback: poor fuel economy. It hasn't been officially tested by the EPA, but Ford's internal testing rated the 5.4-liter V8 at just 10-13 mpg combined city/highway.

What transmission does the 2000 Ford Excursion V10 have?

Ford 4R100

Ford Excursion
Powertrain
Engine5.4 L Triton V8 6.8 L Triton V10 7.3 L Power Stroke V8 turbodiesel 6.0 L Power Stroke V8 turbodiesel
TransmissionFord 4R100 4-speed automatic Ford 5R110W 5-speed automatic
Dimensions

What year was the 7.3 in the Excursion?

For the first three years of production (2000-03), the Navistar, 7.3-liter, turbocharged V-8 diesel Excursion specs were 250 horsepower and 525 pound-feet of torque.

How much did 2000 Ford Excursion cost new?

(XLT) 4dr 4x2

MSRP$33,655
Engine5.4L V-8
MPGcity / hwy

Is the 2000 Ford Excursion V10 reliable?

Extremely. These engines if well maintained (as every engine needs to be for best performance/ lifespan) are well known to last a long time & can attain very high mileage. The 6.8L like 4.6L & 4.2L Triton engines were the best offered at that time for durability /low running costs.

What is the mileage on a 2000 Ford Excursion?

Keep in mind, however, that the Excursion has a significant drawback: poor fuel economy. It hasn't been officially tested by the EPA, but Ford's internal testing rated the 5.4-liter V8 at just 10-13 mpg combined city/highway.

What transmission does the 2000 Ford Excursion V10 have?

Ford 4R100

Ford Excursion
Powertrain
Engine5.4 L Triton V8 6.8 L Triton V10 7.3 L Power Stroke V8 turbodiesel 6.0 L Power Stroke V8 turbodiesel
TransmissionFord 4R100 4-speed automatic Ford 5R110W 5-speed automatic
Dimensions

How much did 2000 Ford Excursion cost new?

(XLT) 4dr 4x2

MSRP$33,655
Engine5.4L V-8
MPGcity / hwy

2000 Ford Excursion car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Excursion problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Tires problems
  • Service brakes problems
  • Hydraulic problems
  • Electrical system problems
  • Engine and engine cooling problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 2000 Ford Excursion vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

Latest 25 complaints 2000 Ford Excursion

The NHTSA has received 550 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2000 Ford Excursion. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2000 Ford Excursion vehicles.

2023-08-08

AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2010-01-01
  • VIN: 1FMNU40S7YE
  • Components: AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: 2000 Ford Excursion recall was never done. Allan Vigil Ford in Clayton County GA disconnected my airbag, horn, and cruise control. They stated that a part was on order to complete the recall. We checked up on this over and over and over, the part was always "on order". This part was never installed/replaced on my car and the three things that were disconnected were never re-connected. Yet, they reported it as competed. This was 2010 I believe. Ford shows this recall as "complete", however it is not. We called Allan Vigil Ford recently, however no one will return our calls.
2022-01-26

TIRES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2022-01-18
  • VIN: 1FMSU41F9YE
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: Michelin Defender LTX M/S size 265/75R16. 4 new tires installed less than 60 days and 1,800 miles by Costco before incident. Tire air pressure checked prior to a trip. On the trip, 1 tire rapidly deflated without warning on the freeway in Arizona. Barely had enough time to pull off the freeway and onto the shoulder. The tire showed no punctures, or tread separation, but the tire sidewalls were wrinkled and distorted. Took tire to Costco for warranty and the tire shop could not find any internal punctures and were unable to determine as to why the tire went flat. They said they have never seen a tire fail like this.
2021-06-29

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2021-06-29
  • VIN: 1FMNU43S5YE
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: Sunroof glass flew off the vehicle. It hit a car behind me. Was driving about 60 mph. Happened June 29, 2021 at approximately 10:45 am.
2020-10-01

ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2020-10-01
  • VIN: 1FMNU41S1YE
  • Components: ENGINE
  • Summary: I WAS DRIVING AND A SPARK PLUG POPPED OUT IN THE IGNITION COIL POPPED OUT
2020-07-23

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2019-06-01
  • VIN: 1FMNU40L3YE
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
  • Summary: THE TURN SIGNAL WILL INTERMITTENTLY STOP WORKING OR NOT SIGNAL AT ALL WHEN THE SIGNAL IS ACTIVATED IN EITHER DIRECTION (RIGHT OR LEFT TURN). THIS WILL OCCUR WHETHER THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION OR STATIONARY. THIS HAS BEEN OCCURRING FOR OVER A YEAR NOW.
2019-03-07

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-03-14
  • Fire: 1
  • VIN: 1FMSU43F6YE
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2000 FORD EXCURSION. WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE FLOORBOARD. THE DRIVER WAS NOT AWARE OF ANY WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WHERE IT CAUGHT FIRE AND BURST INTO FLAMES. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVEABLE AND WAS TOWED TO THE DRIVER'S RESIDENCE. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE DRIVER BELIEVED THE FAILURE WAS RELATED TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 09V399000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL); HOWEVER, SHE NEVER RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
2019-01-24

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-11-10
  • VIN: 1FMNU43L3YE
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,SERVICE BRAKES
  • Summary: I PURCHASED THIS TRUCK 3 MONTHS AGO FROM MIKE MAROONEY NORTH. WHEN I GOT HOME I NOTICED IT WOULD NOT STAY IN PARK AT ALL. THIS CAUSED IT TO ROLL DOWN THE STREET WITH MY BABY IN IT. I HAVE MADE OVER 50 ATTEMPTS TO GET THE DEALER TO PUT ME IN A SAFE VEHICLE OR REFUND THE $3200 BACK. THEY REFUSE TO CALL ME BACK OR EMAIL ME. THEY TOLD ME IT WAS FIXED AFTER 3 DAYS BUT IT WASNT.
2018-08-14

STRUCTURE,WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-08-05
  • Components: STRUCTURE,WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE WHEN THE FIRST INCIDENT HAPPENED DOING ABOUT 65 MPH, I NOTICED MY TRUCK STARTED DRIVING FUNNY SO I SLOWED DOWN AND I HEAD I LOUD POP. KNEW RIGHT THEN AND THERE I BLEW A TIRE ON THE REAR. HAD A HARD TIME TRYING TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE SHOULDER. IT CAUSED ALOT OF DAMAGE TO THE REAR FENDERS, BACK BUMPER, BENT MY RIM SCRATCHES ALL DOWN THE SIDE AND WINDOW. ITS WAS JUST ME AND MY BOYFRIEND AT THE TIME. THE 2ND INCIDENT HAPPENED WITH 6 KIDS UNDER THE AGE OF 5 IN THE TRUCK. THIS TIME IT [XXX] NEAR FLIPPED US. HAD A HARD TIME CONTROLLING THE TRUCK BUT MANAGED TO GET IT TO A SAFE PLACE. THIS CAUSE DAMAGED UNDER MY TRUCK AND RIPPED MY RUNNING BOARD AND ATTACHES TO MY RIM.SO I BLEW 2 TIRES THAT WERE IN GOOD SHAPE THAT HAD BEEN CHECKED IN 3 DAYS. PARTS OF THIS DOCUMENT HAVE BEEN REDACTED TO PROTECT PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
2018-06-18

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-06-14
  • VIN: 1FMNU43S7YE
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: WHEN I'M DRIVING AR A SLOW PACE, GOING AROUND CORNERS OR BACKING UP SLOWLY TO PARK... THE STEERING IS VERY HARD TO TURN. I'VE HAD THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND GEAR BOX REPLACED AND NOW A YEAR LATER IT'S DOING THE SAME THING.
2018-03-07

TIRES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2017-08-10
  • Number Of Injuries: 3
  • Number Of Deaths: 1
  • Crash: 1
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 FORD EXCURSION EQUIPPED WITH FIRESTONE STEELTEX TIRES, SIZE: 385/65-R18 (NA). WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE TREAD ON THE TIRES SEPARATED AND THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, A CRASH OCCURRED AND THREE OCCUPANTS SUSTAINED MAJOR AND MINOR INJURIES. ONE INJURY WAS FATAL. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS REQUIRED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN IMPOUND LOT. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN AND DOT NUMBER WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 150,000 AND THE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,000.
2018-02-13

SEATS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-02-11
  • Fire: 1
  • VIN: 1FMNU43S2YE
  • Components: SEATS
  • Summary: THE FRONT RIGHT SEAT OCCUPANT HAD USED THE SEAT HEATER. THE NEXT DAY, THE SEAT COVER AND CUSHION WAS BURNED THROUGH. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY AT HOME. APPARENTLY THE HEATING ELEMENT CAUGHT FIRE.
2018-01-22

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2018-01-02
  • Fire: 1
  • VIN: 1FMNU42S4YE
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS
  • Summary: FRONT PASSENGER SEAT CAUGHT FIRE AND BURNED A HOLE IN THE SEAT WITH MY DAUGHTER SEATED IN IT WHILE WE WERE DRIVING.
2016-06-08

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2006-01-01
  • VIN: 1HTSLADM8YH
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: PAINT PEELING, STARTED SEVERAL YEARS AGO AND HAS GOTTEN WORSE.
2016-03-25

STEERING,SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2016-03-23
  • VIN: 1FMNU41SXYE
  • Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES
  • Summary: IT'S HAPPENED BE FOR BUT NEVER SO SCARY. WE WERE COMING DOWN ONE OF THE MOUNTAINS ON HIGHWAY 299. WE WERE,DOING THE SPEED LIMIT OF 55. AND AS WE APPLIED THE BRAKE IT STARTED PULLING TO THE RIGHT. LIKE IT WAS GONNA GO OFF THE ROAD. IT ALSO WAS VIBRATING SO BAD IT FELT LIKE IT WAS GOING TO FALL APART. WE PULLED OVER CHECKED FOR LOOSE BOLTS. TIRE IMPERFECTIONS BUT NOTHING.
2016-03-25

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2016-03-25
  • VIN: 1FMNU43S6YE
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: I WAS SITTING OUTSIDE ON MY PATIO AND I HEARD A CRANKING SOUND OVER AND OVER AGAIN AND I THOUGHT IT WAS SOMEONE IN NEED WHEN I WENT TO GO LOOK IT WAS MY VEHICLE SOUNDING LIKE IT WAS CRANKING BY ITSELF AND THEN IT STARTED SMOKING UNDER THE HOOD AND UNDER THE VEHICLE. MY KEYS WERE IN MY APT THE WHOLE TIME AND MY VEHICLE WAS PARKED. I CALLED THE FIRE DEPT. AND THEY SAID THAT IT WAS A ELECTRICAL SO THEY DISCONNECTED THE BATTERY ONLY. SO IT IS UNKNOW
2016-03-14

ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2016-03-13
  • Components: ENGINE
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 FORD EXCURSION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED AND UNOCCUPIED, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY STARTED. THE CONTACT DISABLED THE BATTERY. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON A SEPARATE OCCASION. IN ADDITION, THE HEATER AND THE INTERIOR LIGHTS WOULD ACTIVATE WITHOUT THE VEHICLE IN OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE WAS 111,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. *TR
2015-12-15

SEATS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2015-12-10
  • VIN: 1FMNU43S5YE
  • Components: SEATS
  • Summary: TURNED ON MY HEATED DRIVERS SEAT AS I LEFT MY DRIVEWAY, SHORTLY AFTER I SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING. PULLED INTO STORE PARKING LOT, TURNED EXCURSION OFF, GOT OUT, THINKING IT WAS SOMETHING IN THE ENGINE OR BRAKES. DIDN'T FIND ANYTHING. FINISHED MY DAY, ARRIVED HOME AND NOTICE A BLACKISH BROWN AREA ON DRIVERS SEAT. FURTHER INSPECTION WAS THAT THE SEAT HAD A BURNT AREA. THANK GOODNESS WHEN I PULLED INTO THE PARKING LOT EARLIER THAT I TURNED THE EXCURSION OFF THUS DISENGAGING THE HEAT SEAT. OTHERWISE I FEEL THE EXCURSION WOULD HAVE CAUGHT ON FIRE.
2015-10-22

STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2015-04-07
  • VIN: 1FMNU43S6YE
  • Components: STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
  • Summary: STEERING SWAYS ITS HARD TO DRIVE IT FEELS LIKE STEERING ISN'T STABLE
2015-10-13

EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2015-09-12
  • VIN: 1FMNU41S3YE
  • Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
  • Summary: WAS DRIVING, WHEN I TURNED THE LIGHTS ON THAY WOULD NOT WORK. CENTER POST OF THE PLUG THAT CONNECTS THE HEADLIGHT BULB BURNED OFF ON BOTH HEADLIGHTS AT 115000 MILES. BOTH HEADLIGHTS WERE NOT WORKING. I REPLACED THE PLUGS AND THE LIGHTS ARE WORKING.
2015-10-13

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2015-10-13
  • VIN: 1FMNU41S3YE
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: THE NOB ON THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH IS LOOSE, IT WORKS BUT I SEE ON A WEB SIGHT THAT THERE IS A RECALL ON THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH BUT MY DEALER SAYS THAT THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL, WHATS THE DEAL?
2015-10-13

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2015-09-05
  • VIN: 1FMNU41S3YE
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
  • Summary: CAR WAS STOPED AND I TURNED THE LIGHTS ON AND THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD NOT TURN ON. THE PLUG THAT THE LIGHTS PLUG IN TO WAS REPLACED AND THE LIGHTS WORD. IT SEEMS THAT THE CENTER POST ON BOTH OF THEM HAD BURNED OUT.
2015-07-13

TIRES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2015-07-10
  • VIN: 1FMNU43S6YE
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 FORD EXCURSION EQUIPPED WITH MASTERCRAFT COURSER AWT TIRES, SIZE: LT265/75/R16 (NA). WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE CONTACT FELT A VIBRATION. THE VEHICLE VEERED FROM LEFT TO RIGHT, THE TREAD SEPARATED, AND THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT. THE TIRE WAS REPLACED. THE FOLLOWING DAY, WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED AND VEERED FROM LEFT TO RIGHT. THE TREAD SEPARATED AND THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT. THE TIRE WAS REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 104,027. THE TIRE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 95,404. UPDATED 09/10/15*LJ
2015-01-29

EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2012-12-03
  • VIN: 1FMSU43F7YE
  • Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
  • Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 FORD EXCURSION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 170,000.
2014-11-14

ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2014-11-14
  • Components: ENGINE
  • Summary: WHY DO MY SPARK PLUGS KEEP BLOWING OUT ON THIS [XXX] THING???? THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS & I'M SURE PEOPLE HAVE DIED FROM THIS CONTINUING TO HAPPEN ON THE FORD TRUCKS WITH ALUMINUM HEADS. *TR INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
2014-11-04

TIRES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2014-10-13
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: I HAVE A SET OF AUTOGUARD TIRES SIZE 265/78/16 THAT WERE INSTALLED ON MY SUV APX NOVEMBER OF 2013 IN OCTOBER OF 2014 THE TIRES STARTED TO DEVELOPED CRACK ALONG THE BEAD LINE ABOVE THE RIM. THIS IS THE SAME EFFECT OR DEFECT THAT RESULTED IN THE RECALL OF AUTOGUARD TIRE SIZE 245/75/16. BOTH THE TIRE THAT WERE THE SUBJECT OF THE RECALL AS WELL AS THE TIRES THAT WERE INSTALL ON MY SUV WERE MANUFACTURES IN THE SAME TIME PERIOD AND I BELIEVE HAVE THE SAME DOT NO OF 4412. *TR

2000 Ford Excursion recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 6 recalls for different components of the 2000 Ford Excursion.

2009-10-13
  • Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  • Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: FORD IS RECALLING MODEL YEARS 1995-2003 WINDSTAR, 2000-2003 EXCURSION DIESEL, 1993-1997 AND 1999-2003 F-250 SD THROUGH F-550 SD DIESEL, 1992-2003 E-150 THROUGH E-550, 1995-2002 EXPLORER, 1997 AND 2002 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER, 1995-1997 AND 2001-2003 RANGER, AND 1994 F53 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE TEXAS INSTRUMENTS SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH (SCDS). THE SCDS MAY LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
  • Consequence: A VEHICLE FIRE COULD OCCUR WITH OR WITHOUT THE ENGINE RUNNING.
  • Remedy: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS THAT DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS IN LINE WITH THE SCDS. ON 1999-2003 WINDSTAR VEHICLES WITH A LEAKING SCDS, DEALERS WILL ALSO INSPECT THE ABS CONTROL MODULE CONNECTOR AND REPAIR AS NECESSARY. REPAIRS WILL BE COMPLETED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 27, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-888-222-2751.
2007-12-17
  • Manufacturer: FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION
  • Components: WHEELS:HUB
  • Summary: CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL REPLACEMENT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WITH THE BRAND NAMES: NATIONAL, CARQUEST P/NOS. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, AND 515060, SHIPPED BETWEEN JANUARY 23, 2006, AND DECEMBER 20, 2007, SOLD FOR LIGHT DUTY AND MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS. THE INBOARD RETENTION NUT USED TO MAINTAIN HUB BEARING ASSEMBLY CAN LOOSEN RESULTING IN AN ABS LIGHT INDICATION, NOISE, AND/OR WHEEL SEPARATION.
  • Consequence: WHEEL SEPARATION CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
  • Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE HUB ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL TOLL-FREE AT 877-489-6659.
2007-12-05
  • Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
  • Summary: ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 7.3L DIESEL ENGINES, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR LOCATED ON THE ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE MAY FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN AN ENGINE STALL.
  • Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF AN ENGINE STALL, A CRASH COULD RESULT WITHOUT WARNING.
  • Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE SENSOR AND REPLACE IT WITH AN IMPROVED CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
2006-08-01
  • Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  • Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
  • Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
  • Consequence: OVERHEATING COULD RESULT IN SMOKE OR BURN AND AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
  • Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED WIRING HARNESS INTO THE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 7, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332. (NOTE: ALSO SEE RECALLS 05V017 AND 05V388)
2001-08-08
  • Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  • Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
  • Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND LIGHT AND MEDIUM DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS. A SWITCH LOCATED IN THE PLASTIC COVER OF THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COULD MALFUNCTION AND OVERHEAT, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN LOSS OF INTERMITTENT WIPER FUNCTION, LOSS OF WIPER PARK FUNCTION, COMPLETE LOSS OF WIPER FUNCTION, OR IGNITION OF THE PLASTIC COVER MATERIAL. SWITCH MALFUNCTION IS MOST LIKELY TO OCCUR WHEN THE INTERMITTENT SETTING OF THE WIPERS IS BEING USED, OR WHEN SNOW OR ICE OBSTRUCTS THE BLADES FROM RETURNING TO THE "PARKED" POSITION AT THE BOTTOM OF THE WINDSHIELD. THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT AT THE FOLLOWING ASSEMBLY PLANTS: ATLANTA PLANT FROM 2/11/00 THROUGH 7/31/00; CHICAGO PLANT FROM 2/14/00 THROUGH 8/4/00; KANSAS CITY PLANT FROM 2/26/00 TO 9/4/00; KENTUCKY TRUCK PLANT FROM 2/18/00 TO 8/31/00; MICHIGAN TRUCK PLANT FROM 2/23/00 THROUGH 8/3/00; NORFOLK PLANT FROM 2/21/00 THROUGH 7/27/00; WAYNE STAMPING AND ASSEMBLY PLANT FROM 2/25/00 THROUGH 8/15/00; AND WIXOM PLANT FROM 2/15/00 THROUGH 8/8/00.
  • Consequence: LOSS OF VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.
  • Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE DATE CODE ON THE WIPER MOTOR. MOTORS BUILT WITH THE SUSPECT TIME FRAME WILL HAVE THE WIPER MOTOR GEAR CASE COVER REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 20, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
2001-03-12
  • Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  • Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
  • Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. DUE TO THE USE OF INCORRECT MATERIAL BY A SUPPLIER, THE HEADLAMP SWITCH KNOB CAN FRACTURE AND SEPARATE FROM THE HEADLAMP SWITCH.
  • Consequence: THIS WOULD CAUSE DIFFICULTY FOR THE DRIVER TO ACTIVATE THE HEADLAMPS, WHICH COULD AFFECT DRIVER VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
  • Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE HEADLAMP SWITCH KNOB. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 9, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.

Positive 2000 Ford Excursion car reviews

  1. Kurtis Cremin 2025-01-03

    I really enjoy driving my peppy car. It definitely turns heads and gets noticed on the road. While I don't want to come across as a bully, its size does help me navigate through intersections. It may not be the most fuel-efficient car out there, but that's not what it was designed for. It's great for carrying and towing. Let's be honest, folks.

  2. Myron Thiel 2024-11-25

    I bought this SUV for myself because, with four kids, I didn't want to be stuck driving a minivan. I absolutely hated it! Now, I love my Excursion. I put the loudest kid in the back and turn up the radio so that when they fight, I can't hear it.

  3. Brandon Schneider 2024-10-28

    Terrific towing and family vehicle. The diesel runs flawlessly and I have 66,000 and have never had a problem. After 3 2500 Suburbans this car is heaven! No comparison on the quality of design and innovativeness of features.

  4. Mathew Kerluke 2024-10-06

    I'm so glad to hear that you finally got your hands on one of these trucks! From what you've said, it sounds like it's everything you wanted and more. It must have been a great experience driving it on your long road trip to see your family and friends. Plus, getting 13.5 miles per gallon is impressive! I totally understand not wanting to drive your Kia Sephia that far, so it's great that you found a reliable alternative in the Excursion. It's awesome that you were able to customize it to your liking by taking out the third seat and adding a full-size air mattress. And with all the power options and 4X4 capabilities, it's no wonder people get out of the way when they see you coming! Best of all, buying it used was a smart move that saved you some money. Enjoy your new ride!

  5. Bradley Fritsch 2024-09-25

    It's actually a 2WD XLT. This vehicle is fantastic!! It can haul my 4 ton trailer like it's not even there and comfortably seats 8 people. The 6.8L V-10 w/4.30 axle ratio provides great fuel economy and performance for its size. I even added Edelbrock shocks and the handling is now even better. This vehicle is perfect for the rough roads in the SE Michigan area. The big tires and wheels handle the bumps and holes with ease. The 44 gallon fuel tank is a big plus.

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