2000 Ford Expedition Structure Problems
- 28
- 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 28 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- windshield wipers · 6 records
- electrical problems · 5 records
- electrical components · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Structure · Visibility/Wiper
Summary: water leaked around the left side of windshield causing electrical failures, including but not limited to the starter, radio, windshield wipers, headlamps, etc. The water entering the vehicle wet the power distribution box (pdb) and the generic electronic module (gem). These components control various electrical systems in the vehicle. The vehicle continued to attempt to start itself without any key in…
Fire reported
ODI 10664194
Horn · Structure · Vehicle Speed Control
Well first it was the horn that has been replaced several times and now all of the sudden cruise control doesn't work. I was annoyed about the horn, but now the cruise control... Seems like something is wrong with that horn and cruise control set up.... And i was wondering about the paint because it is also pealing like crazy... *tr
ODI 10396574
Electrical System · Structure
Leak in windshield area. Shorts out he fuse box and gem. Once this happens there are multiple electrical problems. Ford does not cover the cost for this obvious defect. Have heard and read of many other people with same issue. This can make the vehicle shut off while driving, windshield wipers to stop functioning, vehicle trying to start with know keys in it. It can effect all facets of the electrical system. *tr
ODI 10253375
Structure
Spare tire winch mount cable broke while driving on freeway. Cable sheared at top near the winch mount. Spare tire bounced and rolled into oncoming traffic at freeway speeds. Tire nearly hit several cars head on. No injuries or accidents. Repaired myself with replacement winch mount from ford.
ODI 10232472
Electrical System · Structure
I have a 2000 eddie bauer ford expedition when it rains hard i have problems with my electrical system eg; motor runs when car is turned off, odometer comes on and off, 4x4 light flashes on and off... Dealer informed me that the problems stems from a windshield leak, the leak has been repaired by a windshield professional, he then informed me that i need to replace my gem module and fuse box. I'm concerned of…
ODI 10284227
Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Fuses And Circuit Breakers · Structure
Rain/snow cause water to leak into the gem module & fuse box under driver's side dashboard causing complete electrical failure, wacky electrical things like fan motor running without key in ignition, strange "stupid lights" periodically on dash, etc. Have replaced these twice, very expensive. *tr
ODI 10222319
Structure
I own a ford expedition 2000. The paint of the car is letting go form the primer this vehicle has been taken care of. I checked on line and found several other people complaining about the same problem. The vehicle was inspected by a body shop and the stated that ford should be responsible since it is the primer that is letting go of the metal and bubbling the paint right if the car. When the paint flakes off it is…
ODI 10236447
Interior/Under Dash · Structure
I have a 2000 ford expedition, the windshield is leaking onto my gem module and fusebox behind the dash and causing all kinds of electrical problems. The dealership has quoted me over $1000 to fix this problem, and i have read many forums and alot of complaints about this exact same problem all over the country. Sounds like this problem should be made into a recall. It is costing people lots of money to fix one of…
ODI 10207088
Structure · Windshield
My 2000 ford expedition has caused us numerous headaches and near accidents as a result of rain entering the vehicle due to a defective windshield installation. Once the rain water enters the driver side dash panel ( underside ) and comes in contact with electrical components mounted there, numerous failures occur, such as : windshield wipers quit working, interior and dash panel lights flash on and off, and…
ODI 10182220
Structure · Windshield
Water is leaking in from the windshield according to the dealership. The water is then entering the vehicle and affecting the fuse box and the gem module. It does very weird things to the electrical components of the vehicle, windshield wipers quit working while driving down the road, radio turns off once vehicle is put in drive, running lights do not work, battery dies, just to name a few the list goes on and the…
ODI 10179095
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
Interior/Under Dash · Structure
My 2000 ford expedition leaks from the windshield during heavy rains, and water comes into the cabin area. The water also has caused my gem (general electronic module) to malfunction, making my hvac blower to spontaneously turn on after i turn off the vehicle and remove the key from the ignition. This causes my battery to run down. I would expect that this kind of malfunction could lead to more serious problems and…
ODI 10174577
Equipment · Structure
I purchased a 2000 ford expedition eddie bauer suv new from a local dealer in the los angeles area. Current mileage is 127,300. This concerns a very serious safety problem that has happened twice since we have owned this vehicle. This vehicle is only used to commute to work, never off-road or abused in any manner. A few months into our ownership, we were traveling on the freeway and going over a overpass at 60 miles…
ODI 10191878
Structure
Rain leaked through the windshield of my 2000 expedition causing damage to the electrical fuse box. My electrical system started acting whacky while driving. This was a distraction and could have resulted in a crash. Fixing the problem resulted in replacement of the windshield and fuse box/gem module costing approximately $1000. I did a search and this seems to be common on the internet among expedition owners…
ODI 10154633
Structure
Water leakage doing damage to the gem module and junction box. Dealership advised me the leakage was from the windshield area. Vehicle has a "new" windsheld and the damaged area had "old" rusty damage. Both electronic items were replaced at the expense of $730.11 (ford dealership). *nm
ODI 10147860
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 · Structure
When it rained or snowed windshield would leak water on to fuse box causing accessories such as the blower, odometer and radio to work when car was not started. Car would also intermittently not start. *jb
ODI 10146577
Structure
Recurring problem with water leak behind dash. This causes various electrical malfunctions, i.e. Wipers and radio don't work or windows and brake safety switch (can't shift out of park), etc... Relay(s) clicking under dash. Dealer notes fuse box and connector rusted due to repeated events. $600 repair. *nm
ODI 10137801
Electrical System · Structure
Chronic windshield leak, drivers side. Complained to dealer (3/14/05 & 4/4/05) - seal supposedly repaired? Still continued to leak. Severe rusting under dash area. Started having electrical problems (fan blower and courtesy lights would come on by themselves while the vehicle was off and parked at night). Dealer claimed fuse block and gem module were damaged due to the water leak (a defect). The same leak we had…
ODI 10139812
Electrical System · Structure · Windshield Wiper/Washer
I first noticed a problem with my windshield wipers, they would not come on or just stop running then they started not turning off i had to pull the fuse to turn the wipers on and off. I made an appointment with ford to have the problem looked at and was advised that the control switch was bad and would have to be replaced also during the same time period and same appointment i had to have a brake sensor replaced. I…
ODI 10136615
Structure
Water has leaked through the windshield wiper area causing the gem module to fail. This causes many electrical components to fail as well, (i.e. Power door locks, power windows, etc..). *nm
ODI 10131824
Structure · Windshield
2000 expedition heater blower had to be manually turned off after keys were removed from ignition. When attempted to start vehicle it would not start. *ts the fuse box was rusted, corroded and full of water. This was the result of the windshield not being sealed properly. *nm
ODI 10153034
Electrical System · Structure
Water is leaking under the windshield causing electrical components to malfunction. Three ford dealers we spoke with, along with a friend who owns an auto repair shop and another who replaces windshields are all very familiar with this problem. *jb
ODI 10140821
Structure · Windshield
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford expedition. The contact stated water was leaking into the vehicle from the front windshield, onto the instrument panel and into the computer system. The failure would cause the computer chips to malfunction and the vehicle would become inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer seven times for the failure. The dealer replaced the damaged computer chips nine times before…
ODI 10339824
Structure
On the 8 passenger ford expedition, the step down ledge inside the vehicle, is too narrow when the second row seat is in the upright position. The drop down is slight and the width is narrow. It is very difficult to step out of the vehicle, especially backwards. Our vehicle contains 2 booster seats one car seat and one infant carrier. This being the case, we are usually stepping out backwards with a child/infant in…
1 injury
ODI 750434