FordExpedition2000
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  3. 2000
  4. Engine

2000 Ford Expedition Engine Problems

39
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 39 stored complaint records:

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

What owners report

  • spark plug · 21 records
  • spark plugs · 8 records
  • plug blew · 5 records
  • heard loud · 4 records
  • engine light · 4 records
  • head gasket · 4 records

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
100–150k mi10
60–100k mi8
150–400k mi3
30–60k mi1
1–30k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • March 26, 2004

    Engine · Gasoline

    Spark plug failure at 67,000 miles, well below manufacturers recommendation of 100k miles. Also, spark plug coil failure. *ak

    ODI 10063989

  • January 12, 2004 · 80,300 miles

    Engine

    Spark plug blew out with no warning, before recommended time to be replaced. Threads are stripped, head along with related components needs to be replaced. Sparks were observed directly at fuel intake where fuel vapors were at considerable danger of being ignited. Vehicle could have exploded with an entire family including 3 young children riding in vehicle at time of incident . *la

    ODI 10054802

  • September 24, 2003 · 25,000 miles

    Engine

    Engine oil leak. Repaired twice under warranty, third time they couldn't find the same leak. *la

    ODI 10041478

  • March 2, 2003

    Engine

    I bought a 2000 ford expedition ,the car is less than three years old and the engine "seized". My vehicle is over 36000 miles so is no longer covered by warranty, however, the car was regularly maintained and the engine always had oil. The engine shut off in the middle of the highway with no warning. I believe this vehicle is defective and dangerous. I contacted ford and they were unwilling to help. I am stuck with…

    ODI 10010280

  • January 15, 2003

    Engine

    While driving on highway at approximately 70 mph the vehicle's gauges began flashing erratically and the engine stalled immediately. Dealer diagnosed that engine had failed and consumer had to replace.

    ODI 10007068

  • August 26, 2002 · 34,260 miles

    Engine

    While driving, the engine stalled which caused the vehicle to lose brake power and, power steering. A loud noise came from the engine. The dealer had been notified, however they were unable to duplicate the problem mr *cb *jb

    ODI 8020545

  • May 16, 2002

    Engine

    I purchased my new expedition in october of 2000. On 5/16/02 i took it in for my second annual inspection (44,000 miles). I had also asked them to look into a small oil leak on my vehicle. I thought that perhaps the plug wasn_x0012_t fully tightened at my last oil change. Needless to say i was shocked when i was informed that i have a defective head gasket. I was even more shocked when i was informed that the repair…

    ODI 762096

  • February 18, 2002

    Engine

    Engine cam bearing are worn. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that engine needed to be replaced. Vehicle at dealer. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak

    ODI 8005712

  • June 15, 2001

    Engine

    Injector in cylinder #5 was held wide open which allowed raw fuel to saturate catalytic converter, which ended up running out of exhaust. Dealership has examined vehicle, and was going to replace engine block without renewing any warranty on vehicle. *ak consumer is requesting that ford buy back the vehicle, consumer stated that while driving, the steering wheel began to shimmy and the check engine light illuminated…

    ODI 890654

  • November 8, 2000

    Engine

    New vehicle submitted to dealer for engine oil leak warranty service at odometer 3973, 9402, 9565, and 11,864. All major gaskets replaced in course of warranty service. On fourth warranty service visit, problem was diagnosed as warped block. Remanufactured engine installed. Requesting dispute settlement board hearing for relief in the form of full refund based on breach of purchase contract for new vehicle and…

    ODI 753424

  • March 20, 2000

    Engine · Unknown Or Other

    On engine start, at 1,935 miles the oil pressure gauge drop to zero and the "engine oil" light illuminated. I turned the engine off to check the oil level on the dip stick. The dip stick indicated below "min". I poured 3 qts. Of oil in the engine and drove to the nearest dealer to have service. The dealer was not fully staffed since it was a saturday. I added 2 more qts. Of oil and drove home. I returned to the…

    ODI 720541

  • 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

  • Engine

    Motor mount bolt had broken from vehicle, causing engine to shutter and lose power. Please provide further information.*ak

    ODI 8013605

  • Electrical · Engine · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Rearview Mirrors/Devices · Visibility

    Gasket failed causing oil to leak from the vehicle. Nlm

    ODI 562998