2000 Ford Contour recalls and problems
The 2000 Ford Contour has 5 safety recalls and 199 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Ford Contour vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Ford Contour recalls
Recall 01V-045: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with an incorrect power brake booster and master cylinder assembly.
Risk: If either the master cylinder or power brake booster is subsequently serviced with only one of the correct brake booster or master cylinder parts, brake performance would be reduced.
Fix: Dealers will install the correct contour brake booster and master cylinder in each of these vehicles. Owner notification began january 28, 2002. 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 1-866-436-7332.
Recall 00V-350: Fuel System, Other
Problem: Vehicle description: bi-fuel vehicles. These vehicles may have a fuel tank filler pipe grommet that could have been damaged during the installation of the bi-fuel system. If the grommet is damaged, fuel could leak. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel tank filler pipe grommet.
Risk: If the grommet is damaged, fuel could leak. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank filler pipe grommet.
Recall 00V-228: Seat Belts
Problem: 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."
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained.
Fix: 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.
Recall 00V-075: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles not equipped with the anti-lock braking system (Abs). A pressure conscious reducing valve (Pcrv) in the rear brakes may be subject to corrosion and result in malfunction, when operated in areas that use salt compounds on the roadway for de-icing or dust control.
Risk: If both pcrv's malfunction, vehicle handling could be adversely affected during braking as a result of the rear wheels locking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install improved pcrv's in the rear brake system. This recall was expanded in september 2000 to include 1999 and 2000 ford contour, mercury mystique and cougar vehicles.
Recall 99V-361: Equipment
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. An incorrect label was installed on the driver side rear door. This label contains instructions for the activation of the childproof safety locks.
Risk: The operator of the vehicle may believe the childproof safety lock was activated when it was not, potentially allowing the door to be opened from the inside.
Fix: Owners will be provided with a replacement label and installation instructions.
2000 Ford Contour problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 79 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 36 | |
| Unknown or Other | 26 | |
| Visibility | 24 | |
| Electrical System | 18 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | |
| Air Bags | 9 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | |
| Seats | 5 | |
| Equipment | 4 | |
| Suspension | 4 | |
| Power Train | 4 |
Most reported parts
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 17
- Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System — 11
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 9
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly — 9
- Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System › Fan/Motor — 4
- Visibility › Windshield — 3
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 3
- Electrical System › Wiring — 3
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 55,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2000 Ford Contour complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Ford Contour years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Ford Contour have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2000 Ford Contour: 01V-045 (service brakes, hydraulic), 00V-350 (fuel system, other), 00V-228 (seat belts), 00V-075 (service brakes, hydraulic), 99V-361 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Ford Contour?
Owners report structure problems most often (79 reports), followed by fuel system, gasoline (36). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 55,000 miles.
Are Ford recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.