2000 Ford Expedition vs 2000 Ford Explorer
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Ford Expedition | 2000 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 890 | 952 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 206 | 266 |
| Investigations | 5 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 55 | 101 |
| Fire reports | 199 | 64 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–15 | 15–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 91,000 mi | 77,939 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Expedition | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 172 | 217 |
| Electrical System | 214 | 78 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 124 | 113 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 116 | 90 |
| Power Train | 42 | 133 |
| Suspension | 63 | 62 |
| Visibility | 67 | 45 |
| Air Bags | 35 | 62 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 46 | 52 |
| Rust / corrosion | 33 | 19 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 37 |
| Water leaks | 17 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 16 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 14 | 16 |
| Hesitation / surging | 10 | 12 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 24 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.