2000 Ford Contour

$3,594
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$4K–$4K
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Avg Mileage75,000 mi
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Ford Contour Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 5 recalls and 252 complaints, the 2000 Ford Contour rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

5
Recalls
252
Complaints
12
Crashes
10
Fires
Recall Findings
08E0330002008-14-04
SUSPENSION

FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.

THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

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99V3610001999-29-12
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

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.

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.

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00V3500002000-30-10
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

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.

IF THE GROMMET IS DAMAGED, FUEL COULD LEAK. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

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00V0750002000-09-03
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS

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.

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.

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01V0450002001-14-02
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT WITH AN INCORRECT POWER BRAKE BOOSTER AND MASTER CYLINDER ASSEMBLY.

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.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2000 Ford Contour's biggest weak point? STRUCTURE. It leads 252 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Structure63
02Fuel System, Gasoline27
03Electrical System24
04Unknown Or Other22
05Visibility14
252 total across 1 model years (2000–2000)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Contour Fuel Economy

21–25mpg combined
·
18-21city
·
26-31hwy
·
$2,450-$2,950/yr

Fuel economy for the 2000 Ford Contour ranges from 21 to 25 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Contour - Manual 5-spd
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city31 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor
Contour - Automatic 4-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city28 hwy~$2,650/yr-1/10 Poor
Contour - Automatic 4-spd
21mpg
2.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Contour - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.5L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city27 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2000 Ford Contour

3States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in New Jersey (33%), but the remaining listings are spread across 2 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2000.

2000 Ford Contour: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2000 Ford Contour a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2000 Ford Contour. There are 5 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2000 Ford Contour?

Yes, 5 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2000 Ford Contour?

Fuel economy ranges from 21 to 25 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $400 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2000 Ford Contour?

STRUCTURE problems top the list with 252 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 2000 compare to other Ford Contour years?

Each Ford Contour model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Ford Contour overview page.

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