2000 Ford Escape Problems
Below Average Complaints
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2000 Ford Escape.
Complaints
5
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2000 Ford Escape Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#11 complaints
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Avg mileage:33,000 mi
Crash-related:1
#21 complaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Avg mileage:55,000 mi
#31 complaints
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Avg mileage:64,500 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2000 Ford Escape.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 1 | 1 | — | 33,000 mi | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 | — | — | 55,000 mi | |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 1 | — | — | 64,500 mi | |
| POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE | 1 | — | — | 76,000 mi | |
| STEERING | 1 | — | — | 123,000 mi |
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