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NHTSA Crash Test Results
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The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) did not test
this vehicle model.
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Frontal Crash:
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Rating:
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Driver
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Not tested by NHTSA
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Passenger
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Not tested by NHTSA
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Side Crash:
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Rating:
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Front Seat
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Not tested by NHTSA
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Rear Seat
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Not tested by NHTSA
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Rollover Resistance:
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Rating:
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Rollover Resistance
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Not tested by NHTSA
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The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) provides 3
different ratings -
full-width frontal crash test
,
side impact crash test
, and
rollover resistance
. The frontal crash test indicates how
well the safety features and restraints
will protect an occupant in a head-on
collision. The side-impact test conveys
the chance of a severe chest injury,
while the rollover resistance rating
estimates the risk of rolling over in a
single vehicle crash.
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IIHS Crash Test Results
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Frontal Offset Crash Test
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Rating:
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Overall Evaluation
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| Structure/Safety Cage |
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Injury Measures
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| Restraints/dummy kinematics |
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Important:
Frontal crash
test ratings can
be compared only
among vehicles
of similar
weight.
<p>The Ford Explorer was redesigned for the 1995 model year and the Mercury Mountaineer was introduced in 1997.</p>
Dummy movement wasn't well controlled. During the crash, the driver door opened. This opening significantly affected dummy movement during the test and shouldn't happen because, in some crashes, it could allow partial or complete occupant ejection. After the dummy moved suddenly toward the door, its head went outside the occupant compartment. Its neck tilted back excessively when the shoulder belt tightened across the base of the dummy's neck. As the dummy came back into the occupant compartment, its head hit the B-pillar.
Measures taken from the head, chest, and legs indicate low risk of injuries to these body regions in a crash of this severity. Forces on the neck indicate that injuries to the neck would be possible. Head acceleration from the B-pillar hit was low.
1996 Ford Explorer XLT
4255
none
112
189
70
4.0 L V6
15
20
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Crash Tested Vehicle:
Details
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Vehicle Specifications
Insurance Institute for Highway
Safety (IIHS) uses frontal offset
and side impact crash tests to
estimate the crashworthiness of a
vehicle. These results are good
indicators of how a frontal and side
impact can structurally impact a
2000 FORD EXPLORER XLT
.
The crashworthiness data for
this
2000 FORD EXPLORER XLT
was provided by the
Insurance Institute for
Highway Safety, Highway Loss
Data Institute.
Learn more
about these crash test results.
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Low-Speed Damage Repair
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Front Crash
Description:
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Front Crash Cost:
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Front into flat barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Front into angle barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Rear Crash
Description:
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Rear Crash Cost:
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Rear into flat barrier
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Not tested by IIHS
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Rear into pole
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Not tested by IIHS
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Average Damage Per
Test
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Not tested by IIHS
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Insurance Institute for Highway
Safety (IIHS) conducts four 5
mph crash tests to assess bumper
performance. These results
convey how well this
2000 FORD EXPLORER XLT
bumpers will protect the car
body from damage in low-speed
collisions.
Low-speed damage repair
costs are obtained from
the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety,
Highway Loss Data
Institute.
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Injury, Collision, & Theft
Indicators
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The Insurance Institute for Highway
Safety (IIHS) does not provide injury,
collision or theft information for this
2000 FORD EXPLORER XLT
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Index:
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Score:
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Rating:
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Injury Index
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No data from HLDI
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No data from HLDI
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Collision Index
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No data from HLDI
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No data from HLDI
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Theft Index
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No data from HLDI
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No data from HLDI
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These scores are stated
in relative terms, with
100 being the average
for all cars in each
category. Scores greater
than 100 represent
higher risk in each
category. For example,
an injury indicator
score of 122 means that
a passenger in this
model is 22% more likely
to be injured in an
accident.
Injury,
collision, and
theft indicators
are provided by
the Insurance
Institute for
Highway Safety,
Highway Loss
Data Institute.
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Safety Recalls
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NHTSA Safety Recalls:
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Important: The following recalls were issued for the
2000 FORD EXPLORER XLT
by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA).
To find out if a specific
2000 FORD EXPLORER XLT
still has open recalls that require repair, CARFAX recommends contacting an
authorized dealership
for more information.
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Recall date:
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07-05-2000
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Units potentially affected:
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2,300
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NHTSA campaign number:
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00V179000
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Defective part or component:
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INTERIOR SYSTEMS:PASSIVE RESTRAINT:AIR BAG:SIDE DOOR
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Description:
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Vehicle Description: 4-door sport utility vehicles equipped with side air bags. The subject vehicles have a revised level side crash sensor that could deploy the side air bag if the ignition key is in the ""run"" position and the seatbelt webbing is forcibly extracted from a locked retractor with a jerking motion. Inadvertent side air bag deployment could cause personal injury to the seat occupant. Dealers will replace the side crash sensors with a revised design that will reduce the likelihood of an unexpected side air bag deployment.
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Recall date:
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10-10-2000
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Units potentially affected:
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144,435
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NHTSA campaign number:
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00V228001
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Defective part or component:
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INTERIOR SYSTEMS:ACTIVE RESTRAINTS:BELT BUCKLES
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Description:
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Vehicle Description: Passenger vehicles, light duty trucks, sport utility vehicles, and mini vans equipped with TRW seat belt buckle assemblies. The buckle base of these seat belt assemblies were not properly heat treated and therefore do not pass the load bearing requirement of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 209, ""Seat Belt Assemblies."" In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained. Dealers will inspect the date code on certain seat belt buckles of your vehicle and replace all seat belt buckles that fall within the suspect date code range. Owner notification began October 26, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
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Recall date:
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11-28-2000
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Units potentially affected:
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100,500
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NHTSA campaign number:
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00V395000
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Defective part or component:
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POWER TRAIN:TRANSMISSION:AUTOMATIC:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
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Description:
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Vehicle Description: Sport utility vehicles equipped with the 3.27 or 3.55 axle ration. The subject vehicles have a Powertrain Control Module that could allow the vehicle to exceed the design intent top speed. At these extreme speeds, the vehicle could be capable of exceeding the speed rating of the tire. Operating the vehicle above the maximum speed rating could lead to a tire failure which at these speeds could result in a crash. Dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module.
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Recall date:
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06-04-2001
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Units potentially affected:
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13,000,000
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NHTSA campaign number:
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01X001000
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Defective part or component:
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TIRES:TREAD
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Description:
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This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Ford is replacing all Firestone Wilderness AT 15, 16, and 17 inch tires mounted on Ford trucks and suvs. Ford reports tread separation can occur due to a combination of the sensitivity of the tire design to stress, aging, and manufacturing differences between plants. Ford is replacing these tires to prevent possible premature tire failure. The vehicles listed below may have been originally equipped with Firestone Wilderness AT tires or may have had Wilderness AT tires installed during the Firestone recall launched in August 2000: certain 1991 through 2002 Ford Explorers, certain 2001 through 2002 Explorer Sports and Sport Tracs, certain 1997 through 2002 Mercury Mountaineers, certain 1991 through 2001 Rangers, certain 1999 through 2001 Expeditions, certain 1991 through 1994, and 1997 model year F-series, certain 1991 through 1994 Broncos. Note: both original equipment and replacement tires are affected. Should the tread separate at highway speeds, a vehicle crash could occur, possibly resulting in personal injury or death. The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on March 31, 2002. However, customers can contact Ford at 1-877-917-3673 or go on-line to www.ford.com for possible assistance.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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448,005
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NHTSA campaign number:
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03V280000
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Defective part or component:
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
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Description:
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On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control and 4.0l sohc engines, if the strand cover on the speed control cable becomes flared at the end, the speed control cable may bind when the speed control is activated. The throttle return spring force may not be sufficient to overcome the binding condition when the speed control is disengaged. Braking function would be maintained though stopping distances may be increased. Dealers will inspect the speed control cable and, if necessary, replace it. Owner notification is expected to begin during August 2003. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
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Recall date:
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Not reported
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Units potentially affected:
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1,552,880
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NHTSA campaign number:
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03V281000
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Defective part or component:
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SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
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Description:
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On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with high back seats, the upper bolt on the driver's side high back seat, that attaches the seat recliner mechanism to the seat back frame, could fracture. If the bolt fractures and does not jam in the seat back frame, the seat back may recline until it makes contact with an object behind the seat, such as the second row seat cushion. The driver could potentially lose contact with the steering wheel or foot pedals during such an event, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the driver seat upper bolt with a metal spacer and bolt. In addition, seats with tubular back frames will have the fully threaded lower recliner bolt replaced with a partially threaded bolt. Owner notification is expected to begin during August 2003. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
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This 2000 FORD EXPLORER XLT safety recall information was provided by the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety, Highway Data Loss Institute and is derived from the
National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration
list of safety recalls. Please call the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration Auto Safety Hotline at
1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236) to report safety defects or to obtain information on
cars, trucks, child seats, and highway or traffic safety. CARFAX does not review,
validate or edit the information and statements provided by the National Highway
Traffic and Saftey Administration, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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J.D. Power Ratings
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J.D. Power and Associates uses selected highlights from the firm's quality and
customer satisfaction syndicated studies
to create the Power Ratings at the model-level. These ratings and awards are based on
model rankings within each vehicle segment, whereas Power Circle Ratings compare all
models across segments.
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Identifix Reliability Ratings
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Category:
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Comments:
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Rating:
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Engine
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Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor, the Differential Pressure Feedback EGR (DPFE) Sensor, the Idle Air Control Valve, and the Intake Manifold Gaskets and front Timing Chain Tensioner (4.0L VIN E engine only). The cost to repair the MAF Sensor is estimated at $200.00 for parts and $26.00 for labor. The cost to repair the DPFE Sensor is estimated at $52.00 for parts and $32.50 for labor. The cost to repair the Idle Air Control Valve is estimated at $68 .00for parts and $32.50 for labor. The Intake Manifold Gaskets and front Timing Chain Tensioner are covered under a recall up to 72,000 miles. If the vehicle is past the allowable mileage for the recall, the cost to repair the Intake Manifold Gaskets and front Timing Chain Tensioner is estimated at $45.00 for parts and $130.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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Transmission & Driveline
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An occasional problem with this vehicle is the failure of the 4 Wheel Drive System. This can result in a loss of 4 Wheel Drive operation. The failures are not specific to any one part. Therefore the $ cost of repairs will vary.
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Steering & Suspension
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Brakes
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An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the Differential Speed Sensor and related wiring. The cost to repair will vary depending on the extent of the wiring problem but is estimated to be from $50.00-$200.00 for parts and labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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Heating & Air Conditioning
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Starting & Charging
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Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs
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Accessories
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An occasional problem on this vehicle is the failure of the wiring harness in the Supplemental Restraint System. The cost to repair the harness with an updated overlay harness is estimated at $65.00 for parts and $97.50-$292.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
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This
2000 FORD EXPLORER
reliability
information was provided by Identifix.
Identifix is the nation's largest technical
support service for the aftermarket auto repair
industry. CARFAX does not review, validate or edit
the information and statements provided by Identifix,
which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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Original Manufacturer Warranty
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Coverage:
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Years/Mileage:
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Basic
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3 years or 36,000 miles
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Drivetrain
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3 years or 36,000 miles
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Emissions
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No data from source
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Corrosion
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5 years with Unlimited mileage
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Transferable
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No data from source
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Roadside Assistance
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Roadside assistance is covered for 3 years or 36,000 miles.
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Safety Belt & Inflatable Restraint
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Safety belt and inflatable restraint system are covered for 5 years or 50,000 miles.
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Specific Components
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8 years or 80,000 miles
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Notes:
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Transferable: no cost, unlimited owners covered. Roadside assistance covered during basic warranty. 1994-2003 7.3L direct injected diesel engine (8th vin digit = F) covered 5/100,000 with $100 deductible after basic. Safety belt and inflatable restraint system covered for 5/50,000. 2007-2008 models are covered for 5/60,000. Alignment and wheel balance covered 1/12,000. 2001-2003 tire defects covered during the new vehicle limited warranty period. 2004 - 2005 model year tire wear covered 1/12,000. 2007-2008 tire defect coverage is prorated during the new vehicle limited warranty period. 2004-2008 6.0L diesel engine covered 5/100,000. 2004-2006 have a $100 deductible after basic warranty, 2007 no deductible.
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This 2000 FORD EXPLORER XLT warranty information
has been provided by J&L Warranty Pros.
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New Car Test Drive Review
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Summary:
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America's favorite SUV.
By John Matras, NewCarTestDrive.com
The Explorer is the modern American station wagon. If Norman Rockwell were alive today, he'd be painting families in Ford Explorers. The Explorer shares the cargo-hauling capability of the station wagons of yore, but it adds ground clearance and, in 4x4 versions, the promise of all-season mobility. Beyond that, the Explorer offers a utilitarian, outdoorsy image that no minivan can match. |
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Overview:
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The Ford Explorer is easily the best-selling sport-utility in America. Nearly one of every six sport-utilities sold today is a Ford Explorer. Nearly 2.8 million SUVs were sold in 1998 and some 425,000 of them were Ford Explorers. About 430,000 Explorers were sold in 1999. The Explorer outsold its nearest competitor nearly two-to-one. What's the significance of all these numbers? Simply this: Ford must be doing something right to sell so many Explorers. Indeed, the Explorer offers something for just about everyone, from budget-priced XLS models to feature-laden Eddie Bauer and premium Limited models. There are two-door and four-door Explorers with V6 and V8 engines and two- and 4-wheel drive. As if that's not enough, the 2-door Sport model gets its own identity with special styling cues and a new model, the Explorer Sport Trac, will combine the features of a sport-utility and a pickup truck.
Read the complete
2000 Ford Explorer review
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© 2002 NewCarTestDrive.com
CARFAX does not review, validate or edit the information and statements provided by NewCarTestDrive.com, which do not represent the opinion of CARFAX.
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Awards
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