2000 Ford Expedition Electrical System Problems
- 154
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 154 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 4 indicate injury
- 50 indicate fire
What owners report
- windshield wipers · 18 records
- electrical problems · 14 records
- electrical system · 14 records
- caught fire · 9 records
- under hood · 8 records
- fire department · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 38 |
| 100–150k mi | 36 |
| 150–400k mi | 25 |
| 30–60k mi | 14 |
| 1–30k mi | 6 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Windshield
We recently had a specialist inspect the 2000 eddie bauer ford expedition because of repeated electrical problems. He found a technical service bulletin for ford on the failure of windshield seals. He further advises that the repairs will be in excess of $1000. We have experienced failure of the vehicles electric system as outlined on at least 5 separate occasions. All times were preceded by moisture. The interior…
ODI 10207829
Electrical System
Our 2000 ford expedition has an electrical problem that was described in ford special notice 15773. When it rains, water leaks into the gem/cjb and causes the electrical system to short out. This results in blowers running while the key is not in the ignition, the car to stall out while in use, and the car to not start at all at sometimes. Since it is an electrical problem, it may also lead to vehicle fire. This…
ODI 10233392
Electrical System
2000 ford expedition - when it rains - the electrical system goes crazy. Sometimes the defroster will be on (no key in the ignition). Other times, lights, radio, wipers control themselves. Tonight 9/4/07 - thought someone was trying to steal it - however - (no key in the ignition) it was trying to crank(start) over. We had to remove a battery cable for it to stop. *jb
ODI 10201882
Electrical System
2000 ford expedition caugth on fire while truck was park at midnigth
Fire reported
ODI 10191759
Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford expedition. After being parked for one hour, the entire front end of the vehicle suddenly caught fire. Prior to the fire, the vehicle was driven at 55 mph for approximately one hour. The inspector stated that the cause of the fire was electrical. The engine size was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 176,000.
Fire reported
ODI 10190793
Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford expedition. The vehicle caught on fire without warning while parked. The fire department extinguished the fire and there were no injuries. A fire report was available. The current and failure mileages were unknown.*ak the consumer provided an incident report from the fire department. Updated 05/23/07 *tr
Fire reported
ODI 10188925
Electrical System · Windshield
I have a 2000 ford expedition that has an electrical problem. I have researched online and discovered many others with similar problems. It is apparently due to a windshield leak that causes the gem module to short out. This first happened to me a month after i purchased the vehicle in february 2007. The vehicle wouldn't start, dash clicking noise , locks unlocking and locking continuously, lights on dash wouldn't…
ODI 10206435
Electrical System
Tl* - the contact called regarding 2000 ford expedition. The contact stated that he had driven the vehicle earlier and approximately 3-4 hours later the contact noticed that the vehicle was on fire. The contact stated the fire department extinguished the fire. The fire department took pictures of the vehicle. The contact stated that some of the vinyl siding on his home was damaged by the fire. There were no…
Fire reported
ODI 10184869
Electrical System · Windshield
I own a 2000 ford expedition. Within the last month, i would turn the key to crank my truck and no sound. Nothing would turn on. The electrical, totally dead. I would jump it off and it ran fine for 2 days and then the same would happen again. I have researched this problem and have found that a leaking windshield is the problem. It is leaking and causing my gem module and fuse box to get wet. This can cause a fire…
ODI 10183885
Electrical System · Windshield
On january 16, 2007 my wife drove our 2000 eddie bauer expedition to work as usual parked n a covered parking garage and went to work. At the end of the day she attempted to start her car and it was totally dead and would not start. She therefore had to get jump started in order to get home. On 1-17-07 i took the vehicle to a certified ford service department and had them evaluate and diagnose the problem. Seems…
ODI 10179230
Electrical System · Fuses And Circuit Breakers
1. Vehicle operating normally, stalled and would not start on interstate. 2. Gem failed due to water, carpet and behind firewall wet. Potentially fatal due to total immobilization of vehicle. Towed. 3. Gem and fuse box replaced, see below looks like nhtsa investigation and engineering study started. 39 cases reported nhtsa action number : pe05033 nhtsa recall campaign number : n/a make : ford model: expedition…
ODI 10179295
Electrical System · Engine
I took my 2000 ford expedition xlt in to huntington beach ford to be serviced due to r.p.m. Fluctuation and a service engine soon light. They conducted a diagnosis and stated i would need a i.a.c. Part. The new i.a.c. Did not fix the problem so i took it back to h.b. Ford and they stated i would need a d.p.f.e. Sensor. I had them replace that which did not fix the problem because the service engine light illuminated…
ODI 10183353
Electrical System · Structure
Leak in driver side windshield which leaks into fuse box causing several electrical problems, engine revs on its own, starts by itself, windshields wipers turn on and off, radio works than turns off, head lights turn off while driving note have had it into dealership and repaired and it still doing the problems, was told by the tech it was a leak and they would not be able to guarantee the work. Happens every time…
ODI 10175023
Electrical System
After the truck 100,000 miles service and was giving a green on all areas of ford quality report, i had to take the car back three days later after it rain our area, i was told the coil needed to be replaced. Since the truck was not driving properly i had no choice but to have the coil replace. It worked for another three weeks until we had another down pour of rain, while driving i heard continuous beeps a minute…
ODI 10170209
Electrical System
I have had many of the same complaints as those listed on the net. Wipers coming on at any given time, speedometer not working, lights on radio not working, wipers come on when i try to let the driver window down. There are some other things as well. Have not taken to shop yet, but will soon. *nm
ODI 10183513
Electrical System
2000 ford expedition caught fire in our driveway on 10.08.2006 after being parked for12+ hrs. Fire damaged the truck heavily and a vehicle parked next to it and also damaged the rear of the garage door, roof soffit, and nearby fence. Fire was extinguished by local fire dept. No personal injuries occured.
Fire reported
ODI 10170315
Electrical System
2000 ford expedition parked for more than 3 hours. Noticed white smoke coming from under hood. Strong smell of 'electrical fire'. We were able to smolder before flames ignited and before fire department arrived. The origin was, very obviously, the scds. It was melted and smoking. *nm
Fire reported
ODI 10164664
Air Bags · Electrical System
We first noticed a problem when it was raining. The airbag light would intermittently come on. Then we also started to notice that the heater / a/c fan would continue to run after the vehicle was shut off. On sunday 4/30/06, i was driving in the rain on a freeway & the wiper light started to come on & the airbag light was on. Every once in a while, the wipers would not work properly. On my way home, again on the…
ODI 10156824
Electrical System · Windshield
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford expedition. The windshield leaked when it rained and caused an electrical failure in the gem box. The failure mileage was 85,000. The engine remained on after the contact removed the key from the ignition. The dealer replaced the gem box. However, they did not reseal the windows to prevent it from leaking. The current mileage was 97000. *ak
ODI 10185705
Electrical System
My car was in front of my house nobody drove the vehicle for over 12 hours in the morning my neighbors called the police because my car was on fire. The car is now a total loss. *nm
Fire reported
ODI 10154021
Electrical System
I took our 2000 ford expedition (eddie bauer ed.) into joplin ford lincoln mercury because of various electrical abnormalities. Including but not limited to: wipers stopping while driving(1-20-07). I had the dealership run computer diagnostics to tell me what the source of the problems was. I was informed that "wds performed diagnostic tests found central junction box, and gem module causing concern, water intrusion…
ODI 10179522
Electrical System
Dt*: the consumer stated the vehicle will not shift from park to drive periodically. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the consumer noticed the # 5 fuse was blown. After replacement of the fuse, the vehicle shifted properly. However, the fuse blew shortly after being replaced. The fuse was replaced five times before the vehicle was towed to the local dealership for inspection. The service dealer confirmed the fuse had…
ODI 10148119
Electrical System
When raining car electrical system comes on by itself-dash lights, heater fan, door entry sounds. Car ignition turns over but will not start. I have had the windshield taken out and replaced more than once, the gem module and fuse box replaced, numerous towing bills and major inconvenience. I have spent $1500 approx. To say nothing of the value of my time. The ford dealer will not continue to correct the problem nor…
ODI 10147786
Electrical · Electrical System · Structure
Windshield leaking water which blew out fuse box and gem causing erratic behavior in windshield wipers, radio, heater, air conditioner, overdrive, transmission, speedometer, odometer, rpm gauge, and it also led to our pcm having to be replaced. Replaced windshield, fuse box, gem, pcm. Cost us 1700.00 dollars. Two weeks later after a rainy night it is at the dealer again. *nm
ODI 10148059
Electrical System
It started last winter the wipers would fail when it rained and then we came out and the radio and dash was on and the keys were no where near the ignition. Now after the last rain my husband turned on the headlights and my car tried to turn over!!! What next, we are not sure how to correct it but im afraid to drive it. What happens when the wipers fail and i have no visibility. It is a 2000 ford expedition, ford…
ODI 10176249