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Ford F-150 2000–2004 Parts

10th generation · 4.2L 6-cyl, 4.6L 8-cyl, 5.4L 8-cyl and more · RWD / 4WD

  • 71 common parts
  • 31 recall campaigns
  • 5,585 NHTSA complaints
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Engine 7

Cooling 7

Fuel 4

Ignition 4

Brakes 10

Suspension 7

Steering 3

Electrical 5

Exhaust 5

Drivetrain 9

Body & Lighting 5

Filters & Maintenance 5

Icons are generic illustrations made for this site and do not show the exact part. Parts that depend on engine, drive or powertrain are marked using EPA data for this generation; confirm fitment with your VIN before ordering. Price links search by part name and vehicle.

About the 2000–2004 F-150

Overview

The 10th generation Ford F-150 covers the 2000–2004 model years in the US. Note: 2004 covers the F-150 Heritage (carryover). The EPA lists 4 powertrains for this generation: 4.2L 6-cyl (2000–2004), 4.6L 8-cyl (2000–2004), 5.4L 8-cyl (2000–2004) and 5.4L 8-cyl supercharged (2001–2004). Drive types: RWD / 4WD. Transmissions: 4-speed automatic, 5-speed manual.

The parts list above covers items commonly replaced on these vehicles, grouped by system.

Engines & specs
EngineYearsDriveTransmissionEPA MPG
4.2L 6-cyl2000–2004RWD / 4WD4-speed automatic, 5-speed manualRWD: 14–15 city / 18–19 hwy / 16–17 comb.
4WD: 13–15 city / 17–18 hwy / 15–16 comb.
4.6L 8-cyl2000–2004RWD / 4WD4-speed automatic, 5-speed manualRWD: 13–14 city / 18–19 hwy / 15–16 comb.
4WD: 12–14 city / 17 hwy / 14–15 comb.
5.4L 8-cyl2000–2004RWD / 4WD4-speed automaticRWD: 13–14 city / 17–18 hwy / 15 comb.
4WD: 11–13 city / 15–17 hwy / 13–14 comb.
5.4L 8-cyl supercharged2001–2004RWD4-speed automaticRWD: 11 city / 15 hwy / 12–13 comb.

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov vehicle data.

Common problems reported to NHTSA
Mention in complaint2000–012002–032004
Brake problems239 / 2,312123 / 1,244203 / 2,029
Rust or corrosion232 / 2,312107 / 1,24485 / 2,029
Airbag warning or airbags135 / 2,31265 / 1,24486 / 2,029
Steering problems90 / 2,31252 / 1,244114 / 2,029
Transmission problems67 / 2,31235 / 1,244103 / 2,029
Electrical or battery problems88 / 2,31256 / 1,24433 / 2,029
Stalling or loss of power39 / 2,31244 / 1,24450 / 2,029

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA (5,585 for 2000–2004), counted by words in the complaint text. One complaint can mention several issues; the second number is all complaints for those years.

YearRecallsComplaintsTop components in complaints
2000171,076Fuel System, Gasoline, Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control, Electrical System
2001191,236Vehicle Speed Control, Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine, Electrical System
200210821Engine And Engine Cooling, Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine, Electrical System
200311423Electrical System, Engine And Engine Cooling, Vehicle Speed Control
2004162,029Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls, Visibility, Engine And Engine Cooling

Source: NHTSA (U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) recalls and complaints data, retrieved November 2026.

Recalls (31 campaigns)
  • Seat Belts (2000, NHTSA 00V228001)
    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES.
  • Equipment: Other, Labels (2000, NHTSA 00V284000)
    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: BI-FUEL CNG PICKUP TRUCKS AND BI-FUEL CNG VANS, MODIFIED BY CFI CONTROL SYSTEMS, INC., FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO.
  • Visibility: Windshield Wiper / Washer, Motor (2000–2001, NHTSA 01V258000)
    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND LIGHT AND MEDIUM DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS.
  • Vehicle Speed Control: Cruise Control (2000, NHTSA 05V017000)
    ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND PICKUP TRUCKS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
  • Vehicle Speed Control (2000–2002, NHTSA 05V388000)
    ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2000–2001, 2004, NHTSA 06E023000)
    CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES.
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2000–2004, NHTSA 06E052000)
    CERTAIN EAGLE EYES HEADLAMPS, P/NOS. FR208-B101R, FR208-B101L, FR208-B001R, AND FR208-B001L, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
  • Fuel System, Gasoline (2000–2004, NHTSA 06E056000)
    CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES.
  • Exterior Lighting (2000–2001, 2004, NHTSA 06E060000)
    CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES.
  • Exterior Lighting (2000–2001, 2004, NHTSA 06E064000)
    CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES.
  • Exterior Lighting (2000–2002, NHTSA 06E065000)
    CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES.
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2000–2003, NHTSA 06E067000)
    CERTAIN MAXZONE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES, DEPO BRAND, P/NOS.
  • Equipment: Electrical (2000–2004, NHTSA 07E066000)
    CERTAIN CEQUENT 90 DEGREE 7-WAY RIGHT ANGLE ADAPTORS SOLD BY DISTRIBUTORS IN TOW PACKAGES FOR AFTERMARKET SALES TO TOW 5TH WHEEL RV TRAVEL TRAILERS.
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2000–2003, NHTSA 08E050000)
    K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES.
  • Exterior Lighting (2000–2004, NHTSA 09E012000)
    SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES.
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2000–2004, NHTSA 09E025000)
    DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES.
  • Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage, Tank Assembly (2000–2004, NHTSA 11V385000)
    FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN 1997 THROUGH 2003 MODEL YEAR FORD F-150, 2004 MODEL YEAR FORD F-150 HERITAGE, 1997 THROUGH 1999 MODEL YEAR F-250 LESS THAN 8,500 LBS.
  • Seat Belts: Front, Retractor (2001, NHTSA 00V348000)
    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: REGULAR CAB PICKUP TRUCKS.
  • Equipment: Other, Owners / Service / Other Manual (2001, NHTSA 00V396000)
    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS, AND PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE AFFECTED EXPEDITI…
  • Air Bags: Frontal (2001, NHTSA 01V082000)
    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES.
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components, Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings (2001, NHTSA 01V095000)
    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS.
  • Seat Belts: Front, Buckle Assembly (2001, NHTSA 01V227001)
    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS, AND MINIVANS.
  • Steering: Gear Box, Shaft Pitman (2003, NHTSA 03V349000)
    ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, THE PITMAN ARM TO STEERING GEAR RETAINING NUT WAS NOT FULLY TIGHTENED TO THE REQUIRED SPECIFICATION.
  • Vehicle Speed Control (2003, NHTSA 07V078000)
    ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SPEED CONTROL, GASOLINE OR NATURAL GAS ENGINES, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY OVERHEAT.
  • Vehicle Speed Control (2003–2004, NHTSA 07V336000)
    ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, PASSENGER VEHICLES, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MOTOR HOMES CHASSIS, THE SPEED CONTROL DEACTIVATION SWITCH MAY, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, LEAK INTERNALLY AND THEN OVERHEAT, SMOKE, OR BURN.
  • Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage, Tank Assembly (2004, NHTSA 04V200000)
    CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS MAY HAVE A FUEL TANK WITH LOCALIZED DEPRESSIONS IN THE FUEL TANK WALL AT THE SEAM BETWEEN TOP AND BOTTOM HALVES OF THE TANK.
  • Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage, Tank Assembly (2004, NHTSA 04V443000)
    ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 4.2L, 4.6L AND 5.4L GASOLINE ENGINES, THE FUEL TANK MAY HAVE A DEPRESSION AT THE SEAM BETWEEN THE TOP AND BOTTOM HALVES OF THE TANK.
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2004, NHTSA 07E075000)
    CERTAIN EAGLE EYES HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES, P/NOS.
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2004, NHTSA 07E080000)
    CERTAIN HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES IMPORTED AND SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT BY SONAR AUTO PARTS FOR USE ON 2004-2007 FORD F150 PICKUP TRUCKS.
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2004, NHTSA 07E089000)
    CERTAIN SPYDER HEADLAMP REPLACEMENT ASSEMBLIES SOLD FOR USE ON 2004 THROUGH 2007 FORD F150 PICKUP TRUCKS.
  • Air Bags: Frontal, Driver Side (2004, NHTSA 11V107000)
    FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 F-150 PICK UP TRUCKS AS WELL AS CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 LINCOLN MARK LT VEHICLES.

Source: NHTSA. Check open recalls for your vehicle with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.