Most common 2000 Ford Pickup problems
Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Ford Pickup complaints by model year
Best Pickup years: 1998, 2000. Years to avoid: 1997. Compare all years →
2000 Ford Pickup engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Single-speed | 2WD | 62 / 54 / 58 MPGe | 50 mi |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | RWD | 20 / 24 / 22 | — |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 18 / 23 / 20 | — |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | RWD | 16 / 21 / 18 | — |
| 4.2L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 14 / 19 / 16 | — |
| 4.2L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | RWD | 15 / 19 / 16 | — |
| 4.6L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 14 / 19 / 16 | — |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | RWD | 14 / 19 / 16 | — |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 4WD/AWD | 15 / 19 / 16 | — |
| 4.6L 8-cyl | 5-speed manual | RWD | 13 / 19 / 15 | — |
| 5.4L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 13 / 18 / 15 | — |
| 4.2L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 14 / 17 / 15 | — |
EPA ratings. Class: Full-size pickup.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2000 Ford Pickup a good car?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2000 Pickup rates better than average: 42% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Pickup at the same age. It is one of the best Pickup years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Ford Pickup?
The brakes — 2 complaints, 33% of all complaints for this model year, most often about antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. Next are the wheels & tires (1) and steering (1).
How many recalls does the 2000 Ford Pickup have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2000 Ford Pickup. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Ford Pickup?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1998 and 2000. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1997. See the full Ford Pickup years comparison.
At what mileage do 2000 Ford Pickup problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 60,000 miles; 33% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.