Four problems related to engine stall have been reported for the 2000 Ford Explorer. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Ford Explorer based on all problems reported for the 2000 Explorer.
Engine stalls at any given speed. Consumer informed dealer what the problem was. Feel free to provide any further information.
Consumer had difficulties restarting vehicle after engine had been running. Also, engine stalled while operating vehicle. When engine stalled, vehicle was very hard to control, and could result in a crash. Please provide any additional information/attachments.
Ongoing problem with engine stalling at low speed of 10 or less mph or while accelerating from a stop postion. Vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on four occasions, and problem still reocurring. Provide any further information on this matter.
I previously owned a 1998 Explorer that had the same problem I am having with my 2000 Explorer. From talking with the Ford dealer mechanic, this is a widespread problem that is occurring after 30,000 miles that is a potentially dangerous situation. The problem is upon startup of the vehicle, the engine will crank, and when the ignition key is released, the engine dies immediately. The only way to keep the engine running is to keep one foot on the gas pedal depressed. To drive the vehicle one foot must be on the gas and one on the brake to keep the engine from stalling. This is presenting a potentially dangerous situation and Ford is quite aware of it, but doing nothing in the form of a recall or safety bulletin to consumers. Fortunately my 1998 first failed under warranty, but my 2000 happened after my 36,000 mile warranty. The problem occurs intermittently but frequent at times, after driving several miles, it would correct itself. I think Ford needs to address this problem and do any repairs at no cost to the owner. **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis**766061.