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2000 FORD Explorer STRUCTURE Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Standard NHTSA Filing

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STRUCTURE Safety Recalls

Standard NHTSA Filing #03V094000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

STRUCTURE

Manufacturer
SOUTHERN COMFORT CONVERSIONS
What Happened
CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCK, VAN, AND MINI VAN CONVERSIONS EQUIPPED WITH SOUTHERN COMFORT BUILT RUNNING BOARDS THAT CONTAIN CERTAIN COURTESY LIGHTS MANUFACTURED BY AMERICAN TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS, INC. THESE UNITS CONTAIN A COURTESY LIGHT OR LIGHTS THAT MIGHT OVERHEAT WHEN THE WIRE HARNESS IS EXPOSED TO EXCESSIVE MOISTURE AND ROAD SALT.
Risk if Unfixed
THIS OVERHEATING CONDITION CAN CAUSE THE RUNNING BOARD TO MELT OR CAUSE A FIRE.
Free Fix
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRING HARNESS ON THESE RUNNING BOARDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 7, 2003. 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 SOUTHERN COMFORT AT 1-800-745-6096.
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Other FORD Explorer 2000 Recalls

EXTERIOR LIGHTING
3 recalls
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
3 recalls
TIRES
2 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
SEAT BELTS
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
SEATS
1 recall

Other FORD Explorer Years

2027
1 recall
2026
14 recalls
2025
20 recalls
2024
10 recalls
2023
15 recalls
2022
24 recalls
2021
26 recalls
2020
33 recalls
2019
6 recalls
2018
7 recalls
2017
14 recalls
2016
15 recalls
2015
9 recalls
2014
7 recalls
2013
12 recalls
2012
7 recalls
2011
8 recalls
2010
2 recalls
2009
1 recall
2008
3 recalls
2007
3 recalls
2006
4 recalls
2005
3 recalls
2004
4 recalls
2003
7 recalls
2002
10 recalls
2001
12 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2000 FORD Explorer safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the STRUCTURE recall for the 2000 FORD Explorer? (Campaign #03V094000)

CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCK, VAN, AND MINI VAN CONVERSIONS EQUIPPED WITH SOUTHERN COMFORT BUILT RUNNING BOARDS THAT CONTAIN CERTAIN COURTESY LIGHTS MANUFACTURED BY AMERICAN TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS, INC. THESE UNITS CONTAIN A COURTESY LIGHT OR LIGHTS THAT MIGHT OVERHEAT WHEN THE WIRE HARNESS IS EXPOSED TO EXCESSIVE MOISTURE AND ROAD SALT. THIS OVERHEATING CONDITION CAN CAUSE THE RUNNING BOARD TO MELT OR CAUSE A FIRE. DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRING HARNESS ON THESE RUNNING BOARDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 7, 2003. 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 SOUTHERN COMFORT AT 1-800-745-6096.