1. Ford Expedition
  2. Problems
  3. 2001
  4. Windshield

2001 Ford Expedition Windshield 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:

  • 0 indicate a crash
  • 1 indicate injury
  • 0 indicate fire

What owners report

  • windshield leaking · 6 records

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
60–100k mi7
30–60k mi4
100–150k mi1
150–400k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • July 10, 2009 · 99,750 miles

    Electrical System · Windshield

    I have experienced a windshield leak on my 2001 ford expedition. This has lead to unwanted electrical activity when the vehicle is unattended. This has included the radio coming on or the blower motor running and even the starter engaging with the key removed. I am very concerned about a possible fire! *tr

    ODI 10277693

  • September 9, 2008 · 70,000 miles

    Electrical System · Windshield

    Windshield leaking water causing erratic and unpredictable intermittent electrical failures in a 2001 ford expedition. This is dangerous. *tr

    ODI 10247112

  • February 20, 2008 · 79,500 miles

    Fuses And Circuit Breakers · Structure · Windshield

    Water leak in the front windshield (following a few consecutive rainy days), causing electrical failure of the dome light, wipers, radio and gear selector. Ford service advised replacing the fuse box and gem module for $1,100. This is my family vehicle and i am deeply concerned that this may cause an electrical fire or unwnated electrical activity when the car is unattended. My car is just under 80k miles. I have…

    ODI 10219686

  • February 16, 2008 · 94,000 miles

    Interior/Under Dash · Structure · Windshield

    In the last few 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 have a co-worker who has the exact same expedition and asked him if he's had this happen too him, which he stated yes and has been going on for…

    ODI 10219661

  • January 18, 2008 · 80,000 miles

    Control Unit/Module · Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Horn · Interior Lighting · Latch · Motor · Windshield

    After rain or heavy fog we experienced many electrical issues on our 01 expedition incl. Horn not working normal,front & rear wipers not working or coming on by themselves,door locks locking/unlocking while driving, interior & exterior lights not working,alarm system going off while suv was being driven,fan blower on after suv was turned off, radio working intermittently, etc. The latest occurred 1/16/08 after heavy…

    ODI 10215619

  • January 15, 2007 · 159,900 miles

    Structure · Windshield

    After a rain and ice storm water leaked around the windshield causing electrical failures, including but not limited to the windshield wipers and the headlamps. Water entered the engine of the vehicle through an improperly sealed windshield causing the power distribution box and the generic electronic module to get wet. These components control various electrical systems in the vehicle. This caused the vehicle to…

    ODI 10183446

  • July 23, 2006 · 86,000 miles

    Structure · Windshield

    My windshield on my 201 ford expedition is leaking and has caused my gem module to act up. Most notably windshield wipers not working, radio on and off. *nm

    ODI 10178876

  • June 14, 2006 · 78,000 miles

    Electrical System · Windshield

    Dt*: the contact stated the front windshield leaked rainwater into the vehicle and the dash panel area. Afterwards, the power and electrical features did not work. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined due to the heavy rain the windshield seal leaked and the water caused an electrical failure of the central junction box.

    ODI 10159811

  • March 1, 2006 · 109,375 miles

    Structure · Windshield

    Windshield on 2001 expedition leaks and gem module has shorted out. *nm

    ODI 10156657

  • January 18, 2006 · 55,000 miles

    Fuses And Circuit Breakers · Windshield

    2001 ford expedition windshield leaking into fuse box and gem module , causing electrical problems and shorts.*ak

    ODI 10148342

  • December 9, 2005 · 50,000 miles

    Structure · Windshield

    Leaky windshield caused electrical failure of the general electronic module, causing most systems in vehicle to malfunction, including transfer case switching, transmission shifting. Ford, nor advantage warranty company would stand behind the cost of this failure brought on by poor quality in manufacturing. *nm

    ODI 10152697

  • September 5, 2005 · 48,110 miles

    Structure · Windshield

    My windshield on my 2001 expedition is leaking water in the driver side lower corner. It's seeping into the floor boards and into the engine electrical compartment under the hood. *jb

    ODI 10135337

  • June 15, 2005

    Air Conditioner · Interior/Under Dash · Motor · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc. · Windshield

    Dt: contact states the windshield is leaking, causing the computer in the fuse panel to short out. The stereo, windshield wipers, and the air conditioner come on when the vehicle was not in use. Windshield was replaced. Warranty expired , and electronic panel had not been replaced. Ford manufacturer has been contacted.*ak

    ODI 10126248

  • March 30, 2005

    Structure · Windshield

    Ford expedition 2001 windshield leaking through hand holds on right and left side. Diagnosed as windshield sealant failure between the hand and the glass over approximately 75% of the sealant band area. Solution: remove glass, strip all sealants, prime body, prime glass, replace glass (broken during removal). *jb

    ODI 10154518

  • June 20, 2004 · 35,600 miles

    Windshield

    2001 ford expedition (eddie bauer) has had repeated water leaks in front windshield. I've had the window replaced once and repaired 2 more times, so far in the past 2 years. It caused my automatic head-light control switch to fail. Also my rear-winshield wipers failed once, but i'm not sure if it was related to a windshield leak.

    ODI 10126051

  • December 16, 2002

    Windshield

    There is a leak through the windshield, enabling water to run down through the electronic module. This is causing the dashboard lights to turn on intermittently, and causing the vehicle to shut off. Dealer will repair for the second time at consumer's expense.*ak

    ODI 10103875

  • June 20, 2002

    Windshield

    While backing up, driver's side window busted, causing injuries to driver.*ak *tt

    1 injury

    ODI 8012302

  • January 23, 2002

    Anchorage · Constant Velocity Joint · Door · Exterior · Front · Windshield

    While driving at 66 mph vehicle vibrates and shakes, consumer took the vehicle the to dealer, cause unknown. *ak consumer states cv boots failed causing front-end to squeak, the seat belt hold strap fell off, drivers window does not close properly and it makes noise and the passenger side mirror shakes while driving. *yd

    ODI 8003638

  • September 1, 2001

    Windshield

    When there is a glare there are a ton of spots on windshield and it disturbs consumer when driving. Contacted dealer who could not find cause. *ak dealer replaced the windshield, however the replacement also has spots which are only seen during the early morning and evening, the dealer is willing to replace with another brand of glass, however the ford rep declined payment. *slc

    ODI 8007156