Two problems related to loud engine noise 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.
The consumer was driving when she heard a loud noise while turning into her driveway. The vehicle was smoking and caught on fire. The fire was put out with a garden hose. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The wheel bearings were found to be defective. On the next incident, the consumer took the vehicle to the mechanic to have the front end aligned, when the vehicle was inspected the ball joint fell off into the mechanic's hand July 8, 2004. All of the problems had been on the drivers side. There were also problems with the engine.
There was a very loud noise coming from engine. Took vehicle to dealer, and they replaced the engine lifters. 5 days later, problem reoccurred. Vehicle has had 4 engines in last two years. On several occasions, the check engine soon light came on. Dealer replaced cam sensor and gas cap. However light came on again. Occasionally there is a rough idle and vehicle feels as if it is about to stall. Dealer replaced cyliner head gasket. Transmission slipping. Dealer found 2 3 shift valves sticking.