Structure Related Problems of the 2000 Ford Explorer

Table 1 shows ten common structure related problems of the 2000 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the body (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the door (four problems).


Recently reported Structure problems of the 2000 Ford Explorer

The Body problem

My doors will not open. I was told the door lock actuator was the problem and would cost over $600. 00. The drivers door can not open from the outside because the handle broke, I have to leave my door open in order to get in, the front passager door and the back drivers side door will not open   Read details...

The Door problem

4-door vehicle typically drive to work and home between 2002-2007. No one typically ever sat in the back, however, if any one did sit in the back the complained the doors were difficult to open. My thoughts were user error and those doors are rarely used.   Read details...

The Door Hinge problem

The contact owns a 2000 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that as he opened the rear door of the vehicle, he noticed the top hinge was severely fractured from the frame. The vehicle was not taken to an authorized dealer or mechanic for diagnosis of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired.   Read details...


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