1. Ford Expedition
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  3. 2000
  4. Automatic Transmission

2000 Ford Expedition Automatic Transmission Problems

19
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 19 stored complaint records:

  • 2 indicate a crash
  • 0 indicate injury
  • 0 indicate fire

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
30–60k mi3
1–30k mi1
100–150k mi1
150–400k mi1
60–100k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • May 27, 2010 · 247,000 miles

    Automatic Transmission

    In the days prior i would sometimes have to manipulate the gear shift (automatic) in order to start the car. The car was in park on the flat part of my driveway when i stepped into the garage for less than 10 seconds. The car rolled away doing several thousands of dollars in damage to my vehicle and taking out the neighbor's tree and landscaping. The gentleman that helped me can attest that when he went to back the…

    Crash reported

    ODI 10334402

  • June 18, 2009 · 118,000 miles

    Automatic Transmission · Electrical · Electrical System · Mechanical · Windshield

    2000 expedition windshield was replaced in november leak caused vehicle to do crazy things like try to start when i turned the headlights on with key out of ignition and had a burning smell. This morning vehicle wouldn't start after rain. After jump starting vehicle overdrive light on gearshifter handle was blinking and vehicle wouldn't go into gear feels like you're driving with brakes on. No problems moving in…

    ODI 10274291

  • June 17, 2005 · 58,300 miles

    Automatic Transmission · Mechanical

    Purchased 2000 ford expedition-new - at 33,000 the transmission started slipping from 1st-2nd. Took vehicle in to local dealer was rebuilt under warrenty. Took vehicle in at 58,000mi. For the 60,000 mile service (pre-empting a vacation road trip) while on the trip the transmission went completely out--only 25,000 miles on the re-built tranny. The vehicle had 3 children--1 with autism and the other a newborn. The…

    ODI 10127033

  • January 31, 2005 · 35,000 miles

    Automatic Transmission · Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Sensor/Control Module

    (1) air bag light stays on after vehicle started. (2) dealer stated air bag would not deploy in accident unless sensor replaced. (3) sensor has been replaced once and wiring harness has been replaced once. (1) instrument cluster odometer flickered then failed. (3) instrument cluster replaced. (1) engine knock (2) 5.4 engine failed at 32,000 miles. (3) engine replaced under warranty. (1) transmission slipping at…

    ODI 10112347

  • July 15, 2004 · 35,070 miles

    Automatic Transmission

    Total transmission failure on 2000 ford expedition with 35,070 miles on it. The car clunked and had metal on metal sound before coming to a stop. Car undrivable at that point. Towed to ford dealer and diagnosed with total transmission failure. Cost to replace transmission $2,600 - out of warranty based on age of car!! Very unhappy with ford motor company!!*jb

    ODI 10082426

  • January 4, 2004

    Automatic Transmission · Suspension

    Prior to the replacement of the original tires purchased on the vehicle due to the safety recall of tires, i had no apparent problems with my transmission or rear suspension. Immediately following the tire replacement i noticed a scrubbing or dragging noise. The vehicle was immediately returned to the ford dealership and questioned as to why the vehicle was now making a noise that was not there before. I was told…

    ODI 10088922

  • October 11, 2003

    Automatic Transmission · Owners/Service/Other Manual

    After taking my 2000 ford expedition for a routine transmission service and brake job at al packer west in royal palm beach, fl, the transmission went out approximately five to seven miles from the dealership where it was serviced. I had it towed back to the dealership. In order for them to repair it, i was told i would have to pay $529 after i had just paid them #300 for the routine service and brake job. I live 35…

    ODI 10043116

  • February 12, 2003 · 77,367 miles

    Automatic Transmission

    Concern: engine running rough with hesitation between shifts (automatic) and the amber service engine soon light is on. Correction by dealer: test eec, r&i upper intake, clean egr passages, replace pfe sensor and number three coil, replace spark plugs *la

    ODI 10041745

  • September 1, 2002

    Automatic Transmission · Vehicle Speed Control

    While driving in higher speeds vehicle will drop to lower gear and rpms drastically increase. Vehicle checked by dealer who advised consumer that transmission speed sensor range is failing.*ak

    ODI 8018577

  • September 1, 2002

    Automatic Transmission

    When vehicle is put into reverse gear it will shift into 4x4 low gear, which could result in an accident.*ak

    ODI 8017768

  • July 25, 2002

    Automatic Transmission

    There are several incidents, with different symptoms involving the electronic automatic transmission beginning 4/00, this has become an ongoing problem. Back in shop at the moment, going into 4x4 by itself. The incident that i reported, involved complete failure of the range sensor, vehicle could suddenly not shift beyond second gear on the interstate. Max speed i could maintain was 50mph at 3400rpm's. Dealer…

    ODI 767159

  • January 5, 2002 · 27,000 miles

    Automatic Transmission · Electrical System · Power Window Devices And Controls · Sensor/Control Module

    Special message #15773 these problems have existed for years. And although i have taken my vehicle in to have correct these problems, at no time did any service personnel reference the above message, or fix my vehicle in accordance with prescribed guidelines. The following is a summary of the services performed on my vehicle that are a direct result of this problem. I will be more than happy to provide copies of…

    ODI 10158718

  • June 19, 2001

    Automatic Transmission · Cruise Control · Suspension · Vehicle Speed Control

    Since purchasing this vehicle in march 2000, we have had problems with rough idling, transmission not wanting to shift, front end clunking, rear end suspension and sudden acceleration. Extensive repairs have been done on this vehicle, including replacing the transmission, yet none of the above items have been repaired. It is extremely dangerous to be driving a vehicle when suddenly it will accelerate and drive on…

    ODI 754028

  • June 1, 2001

    Automatic Transmission · Vehicle Speed Control

    Transmission went out at approx. 4000 miles. Ford replaced transmission under warranty, but ford will not acknowledge transmission problem with expedition. I feel transmission should be on ford recall list. I know of numerous other expedition owners who have had to replace their transmissions. I also have an engine acceleration problem, which ford has acknowledged is very common on the expedition. They are supposed…

    ODI 751146

  • December 15, 2000

    Automatic Transmission · Vehicle Speed Control

    On a dry-flat road, the suv was stopped - put in reverse - the suv automatically accelerated to 50 miles per hour - the brakes would not stop the suv - an ey-witness said the the suv was "bucking" - possibly from the brakes catching but not stoping the suv. The svu hit a tree and flew into the woods -- only then did it stop. Ford corp. Has not responded to any inquires - this needs attention - the next time -…

    Crash reported

    ODI 739023

  • October 23, 2000

    Automatic Transmission · Electrical System · Interior Lighting · Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.

    Vehicle is not shifting into gears correctly. When shifting into park, radio and interior lights come on without operating them. Also, while driving radio and interior lights cut off without operating them. Consumer has contacted dealer. Dealer unable to determine cause of problem. *ak *slc

    ODI 891023

  • March 1, 2000

    Automatic Transmission · Equipment · Gasoline · Hub · Unknown Or Other

    Vehicle would shut down periodically/ without any prior warning. Dealer does not have remedy. . *ak dealer has replaced components to alleviate problem, but still no remedy. *tt

    ODI 894773

  • February 2, 2000

    Automatic Transmission · Cruise Control · Engine · Unknown Or Other · Wheels

    When traveling on the highway, vehicle cuts off without prior warning, also lights on dashboard flashed on and off, dealership was aware of problem. *ak the vehicle cuts off while driving due to crank sensor failure. While driving right rear wheel jingles. Vehicle cuts off while accelerating, after stopping the vehicle restart and idles up to 1100 rpm at times. Consumer states transmission slips, the dash was…

    ODI 8002741

  • Automatic Transmission · Door · Frame And Members · Rearview Mirrors/Devices · Tires

    While pulling out of a parking space at low speed consumer heard a popping noise coming from front end of vehicle. * ak consumer states transmission makes a clunking noise when downshifting, dealer replaced the main control valve body, transmission pan gasket, and accumulator pistons. Dealer installed bearing strips in the adjusters for the suspension noise, however later found the noise was coming from the left…

    ODI 898405