2001 Ford Expedition Electrical System Problems
- 81
- 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 81 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 16 indicate fire
What owners report
- windshield wipers · 12 records
- cruise control · 9 records
- electrical system · 9 records
- caught fire · 9 records
- fire department · 6 records
- windshield leaking · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 32 |
| 100–150k mi | 21 |
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Seat Belts · Vehicle Speed Control
Fuses blowing as soon as put in box. Smoke coming from cruise control switch
ODI 11021031
Electrical System · Steering · Unknown Or Other
The horn doesn't work at all even when locking with the keyless fob. Cruise control doesn't seem to work at all. I can engage the e-brake and the light won't turn on in my dash. None of the controls on my steering wheel work at all.
ODI 10910879
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Suspension
The check suspension light is on and i noticed every expedition in this year range has suspension problems and the wireing sometimes the radio will go off and the lights on dash and speedometer lights will shut off.
ODI 10894681
Electrical System
Nhtsa action number: ea05015 component(s): electrical system , exterior lighting , visibility i'm having issues with my vehicle similar to the issues described in nhtsa action number: ea05015. This is the second occurrence i've had with this vehicle. The first time the unit was replaced, not covered by warranty. Now it's happening again. I'm getting "door ajar" notifications and the interior lights are staying on.…
ODI 10816768
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owned a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked and later became engulfed in flames. The fire and police departments were notified of the incident. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The fire department chief determined that the fire was started by a faulty ignition wire insulation. The approximate failure mileage was 103,000.
Fire reported
ODI 10749829
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Visibility/Wiper
Wipers fail, came within inches of major crash several times, due to poor or no visibility from rain or snow because of wipers complete failure. Also, power windows fail, interior lights fail, radio fails, [redacted] fail and it was stated on line that air bag failure is also a problem. Can not drive in rain or snow! When looking up the gem module part (generic electronic module) it was stated in several online…
ODI 10721159
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle caught on fire where the fire department was reported. The fire department stated that the fire started from under the hood of the vehicle. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was destroyed. The approximate failure and current…
Fire reported
ODI 10536294
Electrical System · Service Brakes
This has been an issue since acquiring this vehicle. The brakes are very soft, they will pump up but when a quicker slow down or stop is needed an individual doesn't have a lot of time to remember that. There have been no injuries or crashes as of this date. Master cylinder was replaced on mechanic's advice however this did not improve this issue. As well the vehicle seems to need the lower ball joints wear out…
ODI 10683224
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Vehicle Speed Control
I am having various electrical issues ranging from check engine light going on periodically with codes not stored when checked, on, dome light in the car not turn on when driver door opened, radio not working when key is in on position, dash lights go off intermittently. One night during a very heavy rain storm the alarm went off and we were unable to disable for over 30 mins. Had to remove the battery for the…
ODI 10511463
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
On the morning of january 26, 2012 i parked may car at my employee parking lot at approximately 5:50am. I head to work like any ordinary day, and at approximately 8:30 am, i had co-workers informing me that my car was on fire. I ran out to the parking lot and found my car in flames. My 2001 ford expedition eddie bauer caused the two cars on my sides to catch on fire as well. When the fire department arrived it was…
Fire reported
ODI 10446346
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that the vehicle ignited and became engulfed in flames while the vehicle was parked. The fire and police department reported to the scene and a report was filed. The fire department was able to extinguish the fire. There was also damage to two additional vehicles parked in close proximity to the contact's vehicle. The vehicle was destroyed and not…
Fire reported
ODI 10418243
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
The multifunction switch is failing when the steering wheel/column is put into a lower position. The left turn signal fails and goes to a rapid pulse unless the steering wheel is in the highest position. This is the exact same issue with the multifunction switch affecting the turn signals on my 2001 eb expedition that i see all over the internet and as is being addressed in an announced recall for other ford…
ODI 10435215
Electrical System
Bought a 2001 expedition from a used car lot. Since purchase, cruise has not worked, short in ignition switch which radio and blower stay on and kill battery. Replace tie rod ends, front brakes and rotors, rear seal leaking. Replace ignition switch. Nice looking vehicle but many electrical problems for my wife and kids to be riding in. I have only owned vehicle for 1.5 months and already have spent $1500 in repairs…
ODI 10415055
Electrical System
My 2001 ford expedition caught fire in my driveway soon after my cruise control quit working. It burned and caused my 2004 ford f-250 to burn and subsequently caught my house on fire. *tr
Fire reported
ODI 10402626
Electrical System
This vehicle was sitting in the service department of our dealership and had been idle since 5:00pm on 5/6/2011. At approximately 1:15pm on 5/7/2011, the vehicle spontaneously caught fire and subsequently caught a large portion of the service department on fire. The total damage is still untold, but the fire has shut the dealership down until it is deemed safe to open again. After speaking with fire officials and…
Fire reported
ODI 10400269
Electrical System
In the last 6 months, i have noticed that when it rains, my blower motor will run on high-speed and my lights will flicker after i turn the vehicle off. At first it would stop after a few seconds, however this last time, it ran for about 10 minutes and finally shut off. I called ford motor co to inquire about a recall. They have no record nor keep any data on anything . So i called the local dealer and they were…
ODI 10370724
Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition eddie bauer edition. While the vehicle was parked, the contact was informed that the vehicle was on fire which originated from under the hood. The contacts family was able to extinguish the fire. A police report was filed. The vehicel was destroyed. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.
Fire reported
ODI 10362321
Electrical System · Vehicle Speed Control · Visibility
Leaking windshield causing different systems to act unpredictably. Currently ac blower fan circuit blown (fixed 4x), cruise control dead after intermittently working (high potential of fatality if acceleration out of control). Radio comes on an off. Check engine light on continuously. Numerous codes showing up even after deleting. This problem has been occurring for years ( at least 4 years). The windshield has to…
ODI 10341566
Electrical System
For the past month i have been experience electrical issues with my 2001 ford expedition after heavy rainfalls. On two separate occasions i have had to get a jump to start my truck after it rains and once it starts the electrical system seems to go haywire. The radio turns on and off and there are clicking noises. The vent turns on and off by itself etc. The most important of these malfunctions includes the…
ODI 10336113
Electrical System · Visibility
Leaking windshield and electrical problems on our 2001 expedition, worried about a possible fire. *tr
ODI 10310378
Electrical System · Structure · Windshield Wiper/Washer
Was driving down the road in heavy rain when windshield wipers stopped working. Could not see 2 feet infront of me, so i was forced to pull over on a busy road. Put the truck in park, and wipers started working. Put back in drive and they stopped. Finally the rain slowed enough for me to drive with out the wipers, very unsafe! When i got home, i turned the key off, pulled them out of the ignition and the heater kept…
ODI 10301857
Electrical System
There seems to be electrical problems caused by a leaking windshield. This causes erratic behavior in the electrical system and i experience electrical shock when i touched the vehicle. I will cause accidents if it interfere with the power steering. This is a common problem in this vehicle according to the dealership - they should be responsible for there mistake - not slam the consumer with a $1000 repair bill. *tr
ODI 10299975
Electrical System
My 2001 ford expedition has an electrical problem ,that causes me great concern as to the safety of me and my family due to electrical short circuit fire & ecct. ,sometimes the radio will come on with the ignition off and sometimes the heater fan comes on full blast when i cut the car off and remove the key ,something is killing my battery ,i am afraid to drive the vehicle off any where because when i get back to it…
ODI 10296558
Electrical System
Ford expedition 2001 raining outside yesterday and today for first time this year. Yesterday, battery light on dashboard (indicating electrical problem) went on for first time. Tonight, went out with my wife and 3 young kids and as we were driving could tell something was definitely wrong with the electrical; radio shut off randomly, lights in cabin began slowly dimming, gauges went off then headlights, all in about…
ODI 10295471
Electrical System
My husband was driving his 2001 fore expedition on 78west , he heard a pop sound and smoke came in the truck , he pulled over on the shoulder and the truck caught of fire, totaling the truck. This was first occurrence. We only owed 2000 left to pay, and now my husband is without a vehicle to get to work. *tr
Fire reported
ODI 10297249