2001 Ford Expedition Structure Problems
- 16
- 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.
What owners report
- windshield wipers · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
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
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
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
Electrical System · Structure
I am having the same water leak problems that i've seen on here before. Water is getting into my fusebox every time it rains. I don't have the money to repair this so it is an ongoing safety hazard for me. I cannot believe this has not already been recalled after viewing all the complaints on the internet. *tr
ODI 10206736
Electrical System · Structure
Windshield wipers, rear window wiper, windows, interior lights and moon roof quit working, apparent cause was gem module due to leaking windshield? *jb
ODI 10184273
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
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Structure
Hvac blower motor runs when engine is off. Numerous electrical problems with this 2001 ford expedition. Water also gets in the cab somehow when it rains. *nm
ODI 10178724
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
Electrical System · Structure
Electrical hazard due to water intrusion resulting from windshield leak. 2001 ford expedition experienced several electrical failures during rain storm including but not limited to windshield wiper failure, headlamp failure, window/door lock failure, ac runs with ignition off and keys removed, car attempts to start without keys or driver. *jb
ODI 10167189
Structure · Windshield
Windshield on 2001 expedition leaks and gem module has shorted out. *nm
ODI 10156657
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
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
Structure
2001 ford expedition leaking front windshield caused electrical damage to fuse block and assembly. Vehicle became a no start resulting in out of pocket repairs by ford dealer in stockbridge, mi. Mechanic commented at time of repair he had already fixed several vehicles previously to my repair for water damage under dash due to leaking windshield. *jb
ODI 10140071
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
Electrical System · Structure · Windshield Wiper/Washer
Incident: 2001 ford expedition 1. Windshield wipers would not work, radio would go off when vehicle was put in gear, blower, compass, thermometer lets & bells would not work, vehicle would not start, battery eventually went dead, etc 2. Had to service the vehicle for safety and performance reasons 3. Expedition was serviced at a local ford dealership. Service department advised us that there was a water leak around…
ODI 10143064
Structure
Running board lights overheated,resulting in their failure. Related recall 03v094000, consumer's vehicle not included due to vin. *ak
ODI 10024438