Complaints
63
Crashes
3
Fires
4
Injuries
16
Fatalities
2
Recalls
0
Worst 2000 Ford E-350 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#19 complaints
Tire Defects
Avg mileage:42,272 mi
Crash-related:1
#28 complaints
Tires:Tread/Belt
Avg mileage:35,119 mi
#34 complaints
Diesel Fuel System
Considering a 2000 Ford E-350?
Check the actual VIN — every car is different.
This page shows the model year's reputation. The VIN tells you about this specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer rollbacks. Full report just $4.99 (vs. Carfax $44.99).
All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2000 Ford E-350.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tire Defects | 9 | 1 | — | 42,272 mi | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 8 | — | — | 35,119 mi | |
| Diesel Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | — | 2 | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Diesel:Storage:Tank Assembly | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Starter Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Automatic Transmission | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Rear/Other | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Sidewall | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire | 1 | — | — | — |
Tire Defects
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
42,272
Tires:Tread/Belt
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
35,119
Diesel Fuel System
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
2
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Diesel:Storage:Tank Assembly
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Starter Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:Wiring:Interior/Under Dash
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Other
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat Belts:Rear/Other
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Pads
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Sidewall
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2000 Ford E-350. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Other Ford E-350 Years
2000 Ford E-350 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2000 Ford E-350 reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2000 Ford E-350 has 63 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Tire Defects with 9 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2000 Ford E-350?
Top reported problems: Tire Defects (9 complaints, avg 42,272 mi); Tires:Tread/Belt (8 complaints, avg 35,119 mi); Diesel Fuel System (4 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2000 Ford E-350?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 38,906 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2000 Ford E-350?
NHTSA complaints for the 2000 Ford E-350 include 3 crash-related reports, 4 fire reports, 16 injuries, and 2 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2000 Ford E-350 have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2000 Ford E-350 as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2000 Ford E-350?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Ford E-350 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
Check Your Specific 2000 Ford E-350
Real owner complaints tell you about the model. The VIN tells you about your specific car — accidents, title issues, odometer fraud.
Check Any VIN — $4.99