Ignition Switch problems of the 2000 Ford F-150

Two problems related to ignition switch have been reported for the 2000 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Ford F-150 based on all problems reported for the 2000 F-150.

1 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 06/08/2004

While in the street vehicle was in park and the key was taken out of the ignition switch. Then, vehicle caught on fire under the hood, followed by black smoke and large flames. The fire department indicated that ignition switch caused the fire.

2 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2000

There is a very bad fuel odor within the passengers compartment and outside of the vehicle which is causing the occupants to become sick. Consumer has contacted dealer. Dealer found a major freon leak. Other problems with this vehicle include: ignition switch, relay switch on drivers side window, weather stripping leaking. Owner traded vehicle in.




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