2003 Ford Expedition Engine And Engine Cooling Problems
- 70
- 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 70 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 6 indicate fire
What owners report
- spark plug · 55 records
- plug blew · 16 records
- heard loud · 9 records
- spark plugs · 9 records
- blew engine · 6 records
- upon starting · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 26 |
| 100–150k mi | 25 |
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
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
Engine And Engine Cooling
Recently purchased this 2003 expedition with the 5.4l engine. Purchased on 12/20/2011. Since owning said vehicle i have had two spark plug failures. On cyl 8 and cyl 3. The first incident happened at a speed of about 25 mph. The second and recent happened driving highway speed, cruise set to 65 mph. The plug ejects from the cyl causing damage to the coil, and possibly creating a fire hazard. There was no recent tune…
ODI 10456551
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford expedition. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked and shut off when he noticed flames erupting from under the hood on the driver's side. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed. The failure and current mileages were 103,000.
Fire reported
ODI 10455910
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford expedition. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an inspection however, the vehicle failed as a result of excessive rust corrosion in the core radiator support bracket. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified and they informed the contact that there was not a recall related to the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000. Updated…
ODI 10454164
Engine And Engine Cooling
A month or so ago the truck started running rough and engine light came on. It turns out it was spark plug #4 misfiring. Replaced it and all was golden until yesterday (4/3/12) when i heard a loud pop upon starting the truck and then it was idling rough. Check engine light came back on and spark plug #4 is misfiring again. We bought this truck used and it's been one thing after another. So disappointed in ford. Hope…
ODI 10454039
Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving at a low rate of speed, my expedition made a loud pop and then strange knocking noise. Upon further inspection i noticed i had blown out a spark plug and my coil pack was blown apart as well. When i called a local ford dealership (thomas ford, stillwater ok) the man laughed and said "no it is not a recall, but absolutely should be as this is a very common occurrence in the triton motor." i ask that you…
ODI 10451898
Engine And Engine Cooling
My wife was driving with our infant son and our teenage daughter in our 2003 expedition xlt 4.6l 2x4. She heard a loud pop and the vehicle lost power and started smoking and shaking violently. She thought the expedition was going to blow up. We had the expedition checked out and the cylinder number 7 spark plug blew out. The aluminum threads in the head gave and the spark plug blew out, the injector kept spraying…
Fire reported
ODI 10441697
Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving on the freeway our enging just turned off with no warning. This has happened 3 tmes. This could cause serious accidents. We do not know the cause of this but i think ford should figure it ot and fix it. *tr
ODI 10454418
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
After making a complete stop at a traffic light i made a left turn and began to accelerate when i heard a loud pop which at first i thought was a tire blow out. The engine was running so erratically that i could feel it in my steering. We inspected the vehicle for a flat when we noticed every tire was fine. I opened the hood and removed the top cover to the engine to discover a spark plug laying on top of the engine…
ODI 10436492
Engine And Engine Cooling
Driving home from a near by store i stopped at the stop sign and then got ready to go and heard a loud pop and the car sounded like a dirt bike my husband came to get me and he said that the spark plug blew out since then its been blowing out alot and we have 4kids so a small car wont do i also still pay payments on the car so i don't think its fair!! I saw online that many people have the same problem so please do…
ODI 10442849
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford expedition. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle suddendly stalled. The contact stopped the vehicle on the shoulder of the road and was able to restart the engine. The failure continued intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnostic test. The mechanic stated that all eight ignition coils would have to be replaced.…
ODI 10447811
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving at highway speeds the engine cuts out/dies. *tr
ODI 10441123
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford expedition. The contact stated that the engine bolts were rotted and causing fumes to enter the vehicle. The contact stated that the smell of the fumes caused difficult in driving the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where the dealer advised that the nickel bolts weakened after time and began to rot. The dealer stated that the failure was common in the particular…
ODI 10426609
Engine And Engine Cooling
I just experienced my second spark plug blowout. The first was the #4 plug in february and now the #3 in july. Both repairs have been over 700 dollars each. *tr
ODI 10420811
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford expedition. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, there was a loud popping noise coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road and stopped. The contact noticed that a coil pack and spark plug blew out from its cylinder. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and diagnosed by a private mechanic. The mechanic replaced the spark…
ODI 10446593
Engine And Engine Cooling
Spark plug striped and blew out of cylinder head on my 5.4l engine. *tr
ODI 10386792
Engine And Engine Cooling
A spark plug was ejected from my 2003 ford expedition and is a known problem and deadly safety (fire) problem. *tr
ODI 10384241
Engine And Engine Cooling
On 11/7/10 traveling home with my family in my 2003 ford expedition i heard a loud bang thought i blew a tire. I started smelling a strong odor of gas. The car started to misfire. I pulled it over to make sure it wasn't on fire. Turns out a spark plug blew out of the engine. Found out threw some research on the internet that this is a on going problem with ford. Why are they not standing behind there product. I've…
ODI 10365188
Engine And Engine Cooling
Went out to warm up our ford expedition for work. Upon starting it heard a loud boom and the engine sounded loud. Had it towed to garage. Found out that the #7 spark plug blew out. For safety sake, ford should admit to the defect in the engine, and issue a recall. *tr
ODI 10366936
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Other
2003 ford expedition spark plug blew out of head at 85k miles. Ford dealership acknowledged that it sees 2 spark plug blow outs a month and ford is aware of the problem in 2003 expeditions. Repaired with a ford fix - heliacoil or liner installed into head for damaged spark plug. For true fix, ford needs to replace the head and spark plugs to ensure that other spark plugs don't come unthreaded as mileage increases.…
ODI 10355727
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford expedition. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph the vehicle began to smoke inside of the engine compartment and vehicle. The vehicle also made a loud noise and would stall. The vehicle was towed to a ford dealer who stated that a spark plug melted into the engine and that the vehicle needed a new engine. The dealer stated that the contact would be responsible…
Fire reported
ODI 10349095
Engine And Engine Cooling · Structure
I was driving my 2003 expedition o the highway with my family in the car, all of a sudden the jeep just cut right off no warning anything i hit my blinkers to come on try and cut it on again and it did but again cut right back off. I had to continue cutting on and cutting on constantly until i got it to the side of the road. It was the scariest moment of my life this could have caused a serious accident injuring not…
ODI 10347931
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford expedition. While the contact's wife was driving at 60mph the engine failed. The engine over heated. She was able to pull over on the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home. The contact diagnosed the vehicle himself, he located the failure at the number seven factory plug it ejected causing the vehicle to overheat. The manufacturer was contacted, but he…
ODI 10346908
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford expedition, eddie bauer edition. The contact stated the vehicle unexpectedly exploded while parked in front of her place of residence. The contact stated the vehicle and the front yard of her home was engulfed in flames and smoke. The fire department advised that the fire originated from the engine. A fire report was available. The contact stated there was severe damages done to her…
Fire reported
ODI 10345641
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline
Factory spark plug blew out of engine. I found numerous complaints of the same problem and was surprised to find there has been no recall. *tr
ODI 10409193