2001 Ford Expedition Power Train Problems
- 6
- 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.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, the vehicle accelerated while depressing the brake pedal. The failure recurred several times. The contact also stated that the speedometer failed to read the correct speed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the blower resistant of the air condition was burnt out. The vehicle was…
ODI 10704542
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Suspension
I was stopped at a red light, and all of a sudden i heard this loud crash and bang, and was jerked forward. Thought the pick up truck behind me rear-ended me. That driver pulled up aside of me and told me you just dropped your driveshaft. Since it was dark and my vehicle was in the middle of the road at an intersection i called the police. When they arrived they told me we can't wait for your tow truck driver to get…
ODI 10524500
Power Train · Service Brakes · Suspension
Ford expedition 5.4l 2001 - sudden brake failure while traveling 25 mph in parking lot. Brake lines rusted through caused sudden brake failure. Car had undercarriage cleaning frequently during winter months and there was no indication of any problems. When replacing the brake lines, owner was informed that the upper and lower rear control arms were rusted through as well and that immediate replacement was necessary…
ODI 10523454
Power Train · Suspension
Vehicle is a 2001 ford expedition xlt 4x4 purchased new in april 2001 and owned continuously by current owner, only serviced at hub ford of colchester, ct and girard ford of norwich ct. Failure of suspension/drivetrain components occurred while accelerating onto a highway onramp. Both rear lower control arms had corrosion that led to complete disconnection from rear axle. With no supporting lower control arms, the…
ODI 10493303
Power Train
I am being told my expedition transmission needs to be rebuilt. Originally (two weeks ago) was told it was a torque converter, and noticed no differece after spending $885.00. After taking car back in, i am being told transmission needs rebuilding. Total cost is $2200.00, champion ford says ford will pay 1700.00 i need to pay an additional $300.00. Seems odd that a transmission goes out at 44,000 miles; we don't…
ODI 10070157
12v/24v/48v Battery · Electrical · Power Train
I have had electrical problems from the begining, then transmission problems they have attempted to repair then replace the transmission over 6 times. This vehicle has become unreliable at this point. I am trying to go through the ford dispute settlement board at this point but i am looking for all the help i can at this point
ODI 10071073