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2000 Ford F-350 Recalls, Problems & Maintenance

The 2000 Ford F-350 has no open NHTSA recalls. Owners report 8 recurring issue clusters, led by “Cracked or fractured wheels.” Ford uses the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor (IOLM) to determine when oil changes are due based on actual driving load — not just mileage. Ford's published cap is 10,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. The schedule below reflects Ford's Normal service intervals; F-Series trucks and Super Duty have additional towing-specific items.

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No open recalls on file. NHTSA lists no unrepaired safety recalls for this year, make and model. A recall can be issued at any time, and a specific car can still have one open — check yours by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Known issues & problems for this vehicle

What drivers and federal regulators have officially reported about the 2000 Ford F-350.

Reported to NHTSA

Cracked or fractured wheels

WHEELS

14 NHTSA complaints · 2004-11 → 2020-04

“I JUST FOUND MY SECOND ALUMINUM WHEEL CRACKED. I HAVE A 2000 FORD F350 4X4 DUALLY WITH OEM ALUMINUM WHEELS. I HAD ONE CRACK ABOUT A YEAR AGO AND I REPLACED IT. SO THIS IS THE SECOND ONE I HAVE FOUND CRACKED. THE CRACK GOES INTO ON ONE OF THE 5 SPOKES WITH A”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10212461
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 FORD F-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, HE HEARD A POPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE ALLOY”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10505945
“TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 FORD F-350, AND STATED THAT THE TWO FRONT RIMS CRACKED TO THE POINT THAT THEY WON'T HOLD ANY AIR. THERE WEREN'T ANY DENTS, AND HE HAD NOT DRIVEN OVER A CURB OR HIT ANY POTHOLES THAT WOULD HAVE CAUSED THE RIMS TO CRACK. THE CONTACT”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10183942

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Camshaft position sensor failure with engine shutdown

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

28 NHTSA complaints · 2004-12 → 2025-04

“A CAM POSITION SENSOR FAILED SHUTTING THE VEHICLE DOWN...NO WARNING THE ENGINE JUST QUIT. RESTARTED FOR ABOUT 30 SECONDS SEVERAL TIMES, JUST LONG ENOUGH TO GET OFF THE ROAD. THE REPAIR COST ALMOST $ 600 WITH TOWING..A WEB SEARCH INDICATES THIS IS A COMMON”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10190640
“F-350 CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FAILED PREMATURELY (28,000 MILES). ENGINE SHUT DOWN WITH NO WARNING, BRAKES FAILED. ROLLED TO A STOP, THE ENGINE WOULD NOT RESTART. NO TRAFFIC AROUND. FORD REPLACED THE PART UNDER WARRANTY. *JB”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10140344
“ON MY 2000 FORD F350 DIESEL, THE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FAILED AS I WAS ENTERING THE HIGHWAY. THE ENGINE STALLED AND I HAD NO POWER TO THE ENGINE. THE POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES FAILED AND I COULD NOT GET THE TRUCK TOTALLY OFF THE HIGHWAY. LUCKILY A”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10140319

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Spark plug ejection from cylinder head

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

8 NHTSA complaints · 2004-01 → 2012-02

“DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD CAREFULLY, SPARK PLUG BLOWS RIGHT OUT OF THE HEAD AND TRUCK STALLS OUT. VERY CLOSE TO GETTING REAR ENDED. COULD NOT BE FIXED WITHOUT REPLACING THE HEAD OR THE ENGINE. *TR”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10277552
“SPARK PLUG BLEW OUT OF THE CYLINDER HEAD AT 76000 MILES. MY ORIGINAL OWNERS MENUAL ATES THE PLUGS DO NOT HAVE TO BE SEVICED FOR 100,000. THIS IS CERTAINLY A DESIGN ERROR SPARK PLUGS SHOULD NOT BLOW OUT OF THE CYLINDER HEAD.*AK”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10056424
“THE SPARK PLUG LOCATED AT THE REAR OF THE RIGHT CYLINDER BANK OF A 6.8 LITER GASOLINE ENGINE WAS EJECTED. THE SPARK PLUGS IN THIS ENGINE HAVE NEVER BEEN CHANGED TO MY KNOWLEDGE SO THIS IS NOT A RESULT OF IMPROPER TORQUING PROCEDURES. THE ENGINE HAD BEEN”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10447480

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Brake line corrosion and brake fluid loss

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

9 NHTSA complaints · 2004-11 → 2011-08

“2000 FORD F350 CREW CAB 4X4 BRAKE LINE WAS CORRODED FROM DIFFERENT METALS USED. HAD HOLE IN LINE AND BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR CAUSING ME TO HAVE NO BRAKES. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS!!! *TR”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10403672
“BRAKE LINE FAILURE ON MAIN LINE FROM MASTER CYLINDER TO REAR AXLE. RELEASED FLUID ON GROUND AND IN AIR, BASICALLY NO BRAKES WHEN THIS HAPPENED' LINE WAS CORRODED RIGHT WHERE STAINLESS LINE CHANGES TO METAL SOME SORT OF DISSIMILAR METAL CORROSION GOING ON MANY”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10323623
“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED; THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION AND REPAIR. THE SERVICE PERSONNEL DISCOVERED THE BRAKE LINE WAS FRACTURED DUE TO CORROSION”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10148368

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Power steering and brake assist loss

STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

9 NHTSA complaints · 2003-11 → 2012-10

“INLET FOR TURBO WAS MIS POSITIONED AND ATE THRU POWER STEERING PUMP AND HOSE, CAUSING SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND BRAKES. *TR”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10198421
“WHEN YOU PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS UP . WHEN YOU RELEASE THE BRAKE IT RELEASE THE STEERING WHEEL. 2000 FORD F350 SUPERDUTY DIESEL HAS DONE THIS SINCE OWNED TRUCK APPROX. FROM 2003 TO CURRENT. *AK”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10100579
“WHILE TRYING TO BRAKE AT ANY TIME THE VEHICLE STEERING LOCKS UP (THE PUMP DOES NOT SUPPORT THE PRESSURE FOR THE BRAKES AND STEERING). AFTER CONTACTING SEVERAL MECHANICS THIS IS A FORD DIESEL COMMON PROBLEM AND THERE HAS NOT YET TO BE A CORRECT FIX. *JB”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10154637

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Tire tread separation and blowout

TIRES

26 NHTSA complaints · 2003-11 → 2023-09

“FIRESTONE, STEELTEX LOAD RANGE E, LT265/75R16 DOT# VDW81XM329. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE TIRE TREAD SEPARATED, EXPOSING THE BELTS AND CAUSING DAMAGE TO VEHICLE. THE INNER WHEEL WELL WAS DESTROYED AND THE LEFT FRONT FENDER WAS SLICED THROUGH”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10089919
“ABOUT 8 MILES FURTHER UP THE ROAD I SUFFERED A TREAT SEPARATION FROM THE TIRE WHICH CAME ACTUALLY CAME OFF THE TIRE. THE TIRE DID NOT LOSE AIR IMMEDIATELY AS A RESULT OF THE FAILURE (IT DID HAVE A SLOW LEAK THAT DRAINED THE TIRE AFTER ABOUT 6 HOURS). I WAS”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10118397
“WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 65 TO 70 MPH FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE BLEW UP. AS RESULT, DRIVER LOST THE CONTROL, AND VEHICLE ROLLED OVER SEVERAL TIMES. VEHICLE LANDED UPSIDE DOWN IN AN EMBANKMENT. UPON IMPACT, THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. FIRESTONE, STEELTEX RADIAL,”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10083615

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Diesel fuel tank liner breakdown clogging fuel system

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

5 NHTSA complaints · 2008-02 → 2013-06

“I AM REPLACING THE FUEL TANK FOR THE FOURTH TIME ON MY 2000 FORD 350 DIESEL RACKBODY DUMPTRUCK. I HAVE HAD THIS TRUCK LEAVE ME STALLED DEAD IN FAST-MOVING, HEAVY TRAFFIC NUMEROUS TIMES. THE INTERIOR COATING OF THE STEEL FUEL TANK IS DISINTEGRATING AND FOULING”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10218020
“2000 FORD F-350 FUEL TANK LINER FAILURES. TANK LINER COMING APART CAUSING THE FUEL TANK NEEDING TO BE RELINED, AND REPLACING THE FUEL PUMP AND FUEL FILTER. *TR”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10274250
“THIS ISSUE WAS ON A 2000 FORD F350 RESCUE TRUCK ON ROUTE TO EMERGENCY CALL WHEN ENGINE SHUT DOWN AND LOST ALL POWER LIKE IT WAS OUT OF FUEL 7.3 LITER DIESEL AND TANK WAS FULL. HAD UNIT TOWED TO GARAGE IN KING NC AND $900.00 LATER AFTER NEW FUEL TANK FUEL”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10520505

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Speed control deactivation switch leak, smoke and fire

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

8 NHTSA complaints · 2005-07 → 2013-12

“WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE ENGINE, SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. HE IMMEDIATELY TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE, LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD, AND DISCOVERED THAT THE SPEED DEACTIVATION SWITCH WIRES WERE BURNING. THE LOCAL MECHANIC CONFIRMED THAT THE DEACTIVATION SWITCH”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10229333
“THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE IDLING. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE SPEED DEACTIVATION SWITCH CAUSED THE FIRE. AS OF SEPTEMBER 17, 2007,”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10203189
“200 FORD F-350 BURNED TO GROUND AFTER BEING PARKED IN DRIVEWAY FOR FIVE HRS. SUSPECT CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH. FIRE MARSHALL SAID OBVIOUS SHORT IN WIRING. DID NOT HAVE COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE, BUSINESS AUTO LIABILITY WILL NOT COVER ANY OF OVER $8,000 LOSS OF”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #10294581

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Issues on other model years

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI). Complaint data refreshed Sep 20, 2026. Investigation data refreshed Sep 20, 2026.

We display NHTSA's record with attribution; we don't editorialize on what these complaints mean for any specific vehicle.

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Essential maintenance

Critical for safety and preventing major damage

Engine Oil & Filter

Every 7,500 mi

Replace synthetic-blend or full-synthetic Motorcraft oil per the IOLM, or every 7,500-10,000 miles. EcoBoost engines require full synthetic; Coyote 5.0L V8 specifies SAE 5W-30.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$120–$160

Shop

~$85–$115

DIY

~$25–$55

Full synthetic costs more than conventional. 5-quart 0W-20 + filter is the typical bill.

Tire Rotation

Every 10,000 mi

Rotate tires every 10,000 miles, or with every other oil change. F-150 4x4 owners should rotate every 5,000-7,500 miles to even out drivetrain bias wear.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Often free at the shop where you bought the tires — worth asking before paying.

Brake Inspection

Every 10,000 mi

Inspect brake pads, rotors, and brake fluid level every 10,000 miles. Front pads on F-150 and Explorer typically last 40,000-60,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Most shops do this free as a courtesy with any service. Don't pay separately if you can avoid it.

Brake Fluid

Every 45,000 mi

Ford specifies brake fluid replacement on an inspection basis, but moisture testing every 3 years is recommended. Replace if reading exceeds 3% water content.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$180–$200

Shop

~$125–$140

DIY

~$10–$25

DOT 3 or 4 — match the cap. Vacuum bleeders make this a one-person DIY.

Important maintenance

Keeps your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently

Engine Air Filter

Every 30,000 mi

Replace the engine air filter every 30,000 miles. EcoBoost turbocharged engines are sensitive to airflow restriction — don't extend.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

5-minute job on most cars; the airbox lid usually has clips, no tools needed.

Automatic Transmission Fluid

Every 150,000 mi

Ford 6R80, 10R80, and 8F transmissions use Mercon LV fluid rated 150,000 miles under normal service. Severe service (towing, plowing) drops this to 60,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$330–$500

Shop

~$235–$355

DIY

~$60–$180

Some sealed transmissions have no dipstick — fill is precise and best left to a shop. Many drivers can still DIY drain-and-fill.

Transfer Case Fluid (4WD models)

Every 60,000 mi

On 4x4 models, replace transfer case fluid every 60,000 miles. Use Motorcraft XL-12 — do not substitute generic transfer case fluid.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$105–$140

Shop

~$75–$100

DIY

~$15–$40

AWD/4WD vehicles only. Easy drain-and-fill on most platforms.

Rear Differential Fluid

Every 100,000 mi

F-Series and Expedition: replace rear axle fluid every 100,000 miles, or 50,000 miles if towing. Limited-slip rear ends require friction-modifier additive.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$150–$195

Shop

~$105–$135

DIY

~$20–$50

Drain plug + fill plug — straightforward DIY. AWD vehicles have two; budget for both.

Spark Plugs

Every 100,000 mi

Iridium spark plugs on Coyote 5.0L, EcoBoost 2.7L/3.5L, and 2.3L are rated 100,000 miles. EcoBoost engines: never exceed the interval — gap erosion causes coil failure.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$390

Shop

~$200–$275

DIY

~$25–$100

Iridium plugs cost more but last 100k+ miles. V6/V8 access varies wildly — some are tough.

Engine Coolant

Every 50,000 mi

Motorcraft Orange (Dex-Cool compatible) coolant: first change at 100,000 miles, then every 50,000. Older trucks with Yellow Motorcraft coolant: 50,000 miles throughout.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$330

Shop

~$200–$235

DIY

~$25–$60

Use the manufacturer-specified coolant — wrong color/chemistry can damage the cooling system.

Recommended maintenance

Extends the life of your vehicle and improves comfort

Cabin Air Filter

Every 20,000 mi

Replace the cabin air filter every 20,000 miles. On F-150, located behind the glove box; on Escape and Explorer, accessed from the passenger footwell.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

Usually behind the glovebox. Shops charge labor for a 10-minute job — easy DIY win.

Fatal crash history & reported problems

Occupant deaths in fatal crashes (FARS)

1,757 crashes 1990–2024

How the 1,757 occupant deaths break down

1,341

driver deaths

414

passenger deaths

2

not recorded by seat

1,757

occupant deaths

Crash years covered: 1990–2024 This model year first appears in 1999 crashes. Older models have had more years on the road to appear in these crashes, so a higher count here does not by itself mean a vehicle is less safe.

FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road. How to read this number

FARS 2024 data is an annual report file. NHTSA revises these records when the final file is published, so this count can change.

Why we show driver deaths too

Every vehicle has exactly one driver seat, so driver deaths line up fairly when you compare one model to another. Occupant deaths include passengers, so a three row SUV can show a higher number than a two seat car simply because it carries more people.

Both figures are plain counts, not rates. A rate would need to know how many of each vehicle are on the road, and that registration data is not public, so we do not publish rates or scores of any kind.

IIHS publishes driver death rates using this same driver only idea, paired with a registered vehicle years denominator we do not have. Their rates and these counts answer different questions, so do not read either number here as a safety rating.

Owner-reported problem signals

Separate from the federal fatality data above: complaints owners filed with NHTSA about this year and model. These are reports of problems, unverified, and are counted here only as signals.

44

complaints mentioning a crash

16

complaints mentioning a fire

Reviewed known issues for this vehicle

Typical U.S. ranges. Actual quotes vary by shop, parts choice, and vehicle condition.

How we estimate: Dealer = OEM parts × 1.4 + labor × $165/hr. Shop = parts + labor × $115/hr. DIY = parts only.

This maintenance schedule for the 2000 Ford F-350 reflects Ford's published service intervals and the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor system. Your actual service needs may vary based on driving conditions, climate, and vehicle usage. Always consult your owner's manual for model-specific recommendations.

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