2003 Ford Expedition Power Train Problems
- 11
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Power Train · Suspension
TRANSMISSION SLIPPING @ 30-50 MPH. *TR
ODI 10678912
Coil Springs · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford expedition. The contact stated that the vehicle jerked violently and stalled intermittently on several occasions. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts. An independent mechanic stated that the coil springs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,880.
ODI 10633257
Engine · Power Train
My 03 ford expedition started cutting off every time u put it n drive unless u keep the gas pushed a little this is happening every time u put it in gear. *tr
ODI 10631715
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford expedition. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle shifted into neutral independently and began to roll away. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for a diagnostic. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 90,000. Updated 10/29/13*lj
ODI 10537935
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
I was on interstate 95 southbound when i heard a loud boom followed by a flapping sound i pulled onto the shoulder to see what happend when i noticed gas coming from the area where the spark plug was at i shut the car off and called for a tow. *tr
ODI 10505722
Power Train
Ford expedition 5.4l v8 shudders and stalls at low rpm in drive and in reverse. This truck only has 49,000 miles and it is likely to be a failed torque converter or transmission which can cost over $2,000 to repair. It drives mostly normal when od is disabled, but the issue does not go away. *tr
ODI 10504638
Power Train
Ford expedition 5.4l v8 shudders and stalls at low rpm in drive and in reverse. This truck only has 49,000 miles and it is likely to be a failed torque converter or transmission which can cost over $2,000 to repair. It drives mostly normal when od is disabled, but the issue does not go away. *tr
ODI 10504637
Power Train
My wife and i own a 2003 ford expedition xlt 4wd since 2004. Every since we owned this vehicle we have had problems from the rear lsd being replaces twice, the electrical harness replacement, all power locks replaced (due to coming open by themselves), and recently the two coil packs blowing out of the motor. We spent over a thousand dollars to get vehicle to pass smog due to outrageous spark plug prices along with…
ODI 10325439
Power Train
We you make a turn you her a noise from the rear end. *tr
ODI 10275616
Power Train
I have a rubbing / grinding noise coming from my rear end on my 2003 ford expedition. And as i look on the internet there are 100's of people that are complaining about the same problem. This has to be a known issue with ford and they aren't standing behind there product. *tr
ODI 10233008
Electrical System · Parking Brake · Power Train · Seat Belts · Structure · Unknown Or Other
There is a rattling noise in passenger side door. And at time it is hard to close. When the vehicle reached 43 mph a humming noise could be heard. The humming continued when the vehicle reached 59-72 mph. The technicians replaced the drive shaft twice but the noise continued. There was a roaring noise which came from the wheel area. The dealer adjusted the park brake shoes. The was noise the steering wheel was turn…
ODI 10039747