2004 Ford Expedition Engine Problems
- 23
- 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 23 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
What owners report
- spark plug · 7 records
- failure mileage · 5 records
- without warning · 4 records
- independent mechanic · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 7 |
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Fuel Pump
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford expedition. While driving approximately 75 mph, the vehicle lost power without warning. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the engine did not get fuel from the fuel pump. The technician recommended that the fuse panel be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no…
ODI 11003158
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Also like many other complaints i have seen, the 2004 ford expedition i have has shut off on me several times while driving and i was told to switch out the entire fuse box. I called the dealer and they said to replace it, it would be about $500 for it. It's ridiculous ford hasn't issued a recall because this seems like a problem many people are having as well. We have almost gotten into a couple of accidents…
ODI 11000740
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
NHTSA ID #10017888/10018745/10023943/10004051/10010731/10012977/#10014086/10018069/10014100/10028736
ODI 11035567
Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Can not drive car power train and engine blew out dont drive drive far only in my city and up to maintence and all of sudden girls stop shifting one day while on road very scary had to pull over in middlke of intersection after tht\at day bought another transmission and same thing happened didnt last month spent so much money on trans that cannot afford new agin
ODI 11035566
Engine
Spark plug blew out of block: out of nowhere, my spark plug blew out of the block on my 2004 ford expedition. My car drove perfectly fine coming home from work. I parked it in the driveway and a short time later went out, started it to leave and it popped and had a low rumbling sound and a burning smell. Threads possibly stripped.
ODI 10928687
Engine
Without warning and while driving, engine just quits, loss of power steering, brakes and traffic, very dangerous. Second time....problem not found.
ODI 10903182
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford expedition. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning and warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the issue could not be duplicated; however, the failure recurred on several occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
ODI 10956151
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
While driving in the city on local streets, the engine just stops with no ability to drive. I am an instant safety problem on the road. This happened 3 times in one day. Fortunately, no one was injured. After a few minutes, the car starts up again. My mechanic can't duplicate the problem. Anyone help before there is a major life-threatening accident!! Thanks!
ODI 10884825
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Our 2004 ford expedition eddie bauer suddenly turns off while we are driving at any speed. In a year's time, it has turned off four or more times. Most of those times, we were traveling at speeds of about 60mph. All of the power shuts off, steering and brakes included. We turn the key off and it does restart. Luckily we have not been in any terrible accidents!
ODI 10875319
Engine
I have a 2004 ford expedition which randomly shuts off while driving. This has been happening with more frequency. I have taken the vehicle to two mechanics who tested and attempted to diagnose however they were not able to replicate the problem. Upon reading and researching online, there have been multiple posts about this being a common problem with the ford expedition line. I contacted ford and explained of this…
ODI 10673113
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving on a 3 lane highway where the speed limit is 65, i began my transition to the right lane to exit. We were traveling approximately 60mph. As i began to change lanes the vehicle noticeabley began to accelerate. At first i thought the cruise control had been activated, but when j attempted to stop, the car kept trying to accelerate. As i entered the exit ramp the car did not slow down the way it should…
ODI 10663743
Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford expedition. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the relay needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 198,000.
ODI 10682602
Engine
I was pulling off from a stop sign and before i got across the intersection my car make a pop and then the engine sounded like it blew. I pulled over and a spark plug popped out of the head causing a small fire that melted hoses. Estimated damage is a minimum of 1500 for just this plug but i was told the others would follow suit. Reading on the internet this seems to be a serious issue with the ford 5.4 triton…
Fire reported
ODI 10627347
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
While slowly braking to a stop behind traffic stopped for a red light, the engine suddenly accelerated with my right foot still on the brake pedal. I pressed harder on the brake and when i realized the engine was still revving (at over 3,000 rpm), i put the transmission into neutral and noticed the engine speed erratically bouncing up and down in roughly the 2500 to 3500 rpm range. I still had my right foot firmly…
ODI 10595433
Engine
Tl* the contact owned a 2004 ford expedition. The contact stated that her vehicle was parked and smoke emitted from under the hood. The vehicle then became engulfed in flames. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure and current mileages were unknown.
Fire reported
ODI 10584646
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford expedition. The contact was driving 80 mph when the check service warning lamp illuminated. The vehicle then stalled. The vehicle was safely merged from the highway and restarted. The failure became a constant recurrence and the vehicle was towed because it could not be restarted. The vehicle was not taken for diagnosis or repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the incident. The…
ODI 10536715
Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline
The first incident with my ford while driving at about 25mph the spark plug was blown out. Ihad the spark plug issue repaired. My second issue with my ford now is that it shuts off while driving at speed. It has happen 4 times now. I have read some blogs that state it might be the bad placement of fuel pump driver module or fuel pump relay. This may cause a crash. Please research!!!! *tr
ODI 10617822
Engine
While traveling at the posted 55mph speed limit, a loud popping noise was heard coming from the driver's side near the engine wall. It was later determined the vehicle had blown the #3 spark plug. *tr
ODI 10515577
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford expedition. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph, a popping noise emitted from the front passenger's side of the vehicle. The driver exited the vehicle and noticed smoke near the front passenger's side tire area. The vehicle then became engulfed in flames. The fire department extinguished the flames and informed the contact that the fire originated from the…
Fire reported
ODI 10513308
Engine
I was driving down the interstate when i heard a pop from the engine compartment & smelled gas fumes. A spark plug (passenger side, 3rd plug back) had ejected and ruined the coil. I took it to a local auto service center & they immediately knew what had happened as they have worked on several of the ford 4.6l v8's with the same condition. Checked for recalls & found nothing. This could have set the engine…
ODI 10498063
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford expedition. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated the failure occurred sporadically. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 156,000.
ODI 10748782
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford expedition. The contact stated that the vehicle randomly stalled at any rate of speed. The vehicle was able to restart. Two dealers (downtown ford, [redacted]) and (future ford of sacramento, [redacted]) were unable to replicate and diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa action number: dp5005 (engine and engine cooling). There were nine tsbs for engine and engine…
ODI 11024879
Engine
My ford expedition engine races while driving but more importantly when stopped at traffic signal the expedition engine raises and if foot isn't forcefully planted on brake at all times it lunges could cause accident by rear ending any vehicle stopped in front of me or property damage to other vehicle an to my own. It further has a hickup like not getting fuel properly. The expedition has been well maintained and…
ODI 10459133