2001 FORD EXPEDITION-4X4Ford Expedition-4x4 2001

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Crash Tests, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Service Bulletins

Below you will find all available information on the 2001 FORD EXPEDITION-4X4, manufacturered by Ford Motor Company.
The vehicle is described as a AUTOMATIC - FOUR WHEEL DRIVE Large utility (ANSI D16.1 Utility Vehicle Categories and "Full Size" and "Large").

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
FORD1F1 3FM 4F2 4F4 4M2 4N2 5L1 5LD 5LM 3FM Regular Gasoline
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 2001 FORD EXPEDITION-4X4?
     - The 2001 FORD EXPEDITION-4X4 has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 13.9 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of MPG.
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 2001 FORD EXPEDITION-4X4?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2001 FORD EXPEDITION-4X4 is $3320.
  • Where is the 2001 FORD EXPEDITION-4X4 produced?
     - The 2001 FORD EXPEDITION-4X4 is produced in Dearborn Michigan, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 2001 FORD EXPEDITION-4X4?
     - There are 15 recall(s) for the 2001 FORD EXPEDITION-4X4, additional information is below.
  • How much does the 2001 FORD EXPEDITION-4X4 weigh?
     - The 2001 FORD EXPEDITION-4X4 is listed to weigh 2701 lbs.
Available Engine & Drive Classes
  • 4.6L 8 cylinder 4-speed automatic
  • 5.4L 8 cylinder 4-speed automatic
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 47792 [USA]: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

  • Recall 50842 [USA]: Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash

  • Recall 47826 [USA]: Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

  • Recall 61614 [USA]: A fire at the switch could occur.

  • Recall 64411 [USA]: This overheating condition can cause the running board to melt or cause a fire.

  • Recall 2491 [USA]: Loss of visibility while driving increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 6851 [USA]: In the event of a crash, the restraint system may not provide adequate occupant protection, increasing the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant.

  • Recall 4631 [USA]: Should the tread separate at highway speeds, a vehicle crash could occur, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.

  • Recall 3887 [USA]: In the event of a vehicle crash, the driver air bag may not deploy as intended, potentially resulting in reduced occupant protection, or a burn injury.

  • Recall 6547 [USA]: In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.

  • Recall 2005028 [Canada]: Electrical

  • Recall 2004164 [Canada]: Steering

  • Recall 2001069 [Canada]: Seats and restraints

  • Recall 2001194 [Canada]: Seats and restraints

  • Recall 2001204 [Canada]: Other

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Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • TSB 20-2233 - STRUCTURE: This article supersedes tsb 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected. Some 2000 and newer ford/lincoln/mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint wi
  • TSB 19-2026 - EQUIPMENT: Some 2000 and newer ford, lincoln and mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo
  • TSB 19-2026 - STRUCTURE: Some 2000 and newer ford, lincoln and mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo
  • 07212 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Some 1997-2008 vehicles equipped with a 4.6l 2v, 5.4l 2v, or 6.8l 2v engine--spark plug thread repair procedure--not covered under new vehicle limited warranty. *nj this includes f-53 motorhome chassis. Updated 2/23/10. *pe
  • 041601 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running. *tt
  • 05618 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Rear axle noise repair. *tt
  • 050618 - SUSPENSION:REAR: Rear axle noise repair. *sc
  • 0554 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE: Use of stainless steel exhaust studs in service for 5.4l 2v engine. *tt
  • 04262 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL: False parking aid warnings. *tt update. *tt
  • 05417 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE): Intermittent rough idle - non-commanded egr (exhaust gas recirculation valve) flow. *tt
  • 04251 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Aluminum corrosion - service tip. *tt
  • 042421 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR: Safety belt retraction speed. *tt
  • 042107 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
  • 04189 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW: Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *tt
  • 04174 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. Various models including 2004 f-series. *tt
  • 02208 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh
  • 031404 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. To include various 2005 models. * ar this article 04161 supersedes tsb 03-14-04.
  • 041514 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT: Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *tt
  • 18217 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: Multiple vehicles - fuel level indication concerns - service tip. Various models including 2005 super duty f-series, excursion, expedition, explorer, mountaineer and aviator. *tt
  • 04L19 - STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY: Customer maintenance reminder - literature program 04l19 - tie rod inspection procedure. *tt
  • 031501 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT: Inoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns. *tt
  • 02193 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: Driveability-idle-high idle speeds-throttle sticks after steady state driving in extreme cold ambient temperatures-vehicles built through 12/31/01 equipped with 4.6l engine. *mj
  • 02176 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH: Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
  • 0457 - VISIBILITY: Pop/thump noise at end of window movement and/or driver's window bounce back and reverse to mid-position. *tt
  • 0454 - SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM: Air suspension compressor noise. *tt
  • 16403 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Engine-light tick or rattle type noise from engine after cold start. *mj
  • 02227 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Engine-cylinder head deck leak-4.6 and 5.4l engines-new service-only gasket and cylinder head kits availability. *mj
  • 03256 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Engine-romeo built 4.6l 2v-tick noise from engine-engines built before 9/17/2003. *mj
  • 04111 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) P0401, P0402, P1400 or P1401. Additional symptoms may include runs rough, lacks power, surge, poor fuel economy.
  • 17720 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Airbag warning lamp on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) B1994/B1998 on vehicles without side air bags. *tt
  • 0471 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Warning indicators-parking aid-reverse sensing system (rss) and forward sensing system (fss)-false activation of warning tone-service tips. *mj update. *tt
  • 17346 - STEERING:LINKAGES:ARM:IDLER AND ATTACHMENT: Steering idler arm noise. *tt
  • 17320 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE: Broken exhaust manifold studs. *tt
  • 17316 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: Fuel signal to instrument cluster service tip. *tt
  • 99263 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS: Correct lug nut torque specifications - increase wheel nut and stud size - service tip. *tt
  • 03223 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) P0401, P0402, P1400 or P1401. Additional symptoms may include runs rough, lacks power, surge, poor fuel economy. *tt
  • 17459 - INTERIOR LIGHTING: Courtesy rail lamps do not operate correctly or cause a battery draw. *tt
  • 02M01 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE): Customer satisfaction program 02m01 supplement #4. Certain ford 2000 through 2003 vehicles equipped with a tube-mounted egr pressure sensor - additional egr pressure sensor warranty coverage. *tt supplement #3. *mj supplement #6
  • 03181 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt
  • 03148 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES: New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt
  • 03144 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Engine misfire or rough running condition with coil on plug (cop) ignition systems may be more accurately diagnosed using the optional worldwide diagnostic system (wds) coil on plug (cop) kit. 2003 super duty f series included. *tt
  • 031513 - STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY: Tie rod end inspection procedure. *tt
  • 03164 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Some vehicles, equipped with the 4.6l 2v engine, with an engine build date prior to 8/29/03 may exhibit an engine tick noise that is present at all temperatures during idle. 2004 models included. *tt
  • 0399 - STEERING: Tie rod end inspection procedure. *tt
  • 0398 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER: Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457, P1442 or check fuel cap lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code P0457. *tt
  • 0392 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM: Repeat air suspension compressor drier failures. *tt
  • 030709 - SUSPENSION: Repeat air suspension compressor drier failures. *tt
  • 16797 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Vehicles with keyless entry pad may exhibit dead battery, no start, interior lamp/headlamp self-activation, or inoperative keyless entry pad. *tt
  • 0322 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) P0401, P0402, P1400 or P1401, or runs rough, lacks power, surge, poor fuel economy, and the above listed dtcs without
  • 16683 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: False failure of the vapor management valve (vmv). *tt *jb
  • 03610 - STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY: Tie rod end inspection procedure. Canada vehicles only. *tt *jb
  • 0361 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Malfunction indicator lamp on with or without rough running, lack of power, surge or poor fuel economy with diagnostic trouble codes P0401, P0402, P1400, P1401. *tt *jb
  • 02121 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: White flakes coming from the air conditioner vents when the blower motor is engaged. *tt
  • 15939 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Concerns with speed body boom. *tt
  • 15897 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT: Subject regarding driveline angle-related vibration at various speeds and load conditions. *tt
  • 15851 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some 5.4l windsor power improved engines may exhibit a slight oil leak or weep at the cylinder head to block joint. *tt
  • 15850 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles equipped with a 4.6l romeo engine may exhibit a slight oil leak or weep at the cylinder head to block joint. *tt
  • 15794 - TIRES: Some 4x2 vehicles equipped with p275/60/r17 continental-general tires may exhibit a highway speed tire vibration. *tt
  • 15749 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Some vehicles equipped with 4 wheel drive may exhibit a notchy or sticking feeling in slow speed turns with no effect on steering efforts or assist while in the automatic 4x4 position. *tt
  • 15727 - TIRES: Some 4x2 vehicles equipped with p275/60/r17 continental general tires may exhibit a highway speed tire vibration. *tt
  • 15708 - WHEELS: Some vehicles may exhibit wheels that seize to the hubs and are difficult to remove during service. *tt
  • 15692 - SUSPENSION: Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak, snap, rattle, or clunk in the front end when turning or going over bumps. *tt
  • 16087 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) and diagnostic trouble codes P0740, P0741, P0743, and P1744 (torque converter clutch). *tt
  • 16033 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT: Some vehicles with electronic shift-on-the fly may exhibit an inadvertent 4x4 low engagement while driving. *tt
  • 16015 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM: Some vehicles with air suspension may exhibit an initial or repeat compressor dryer failure. *tt
  • 16170 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some vehicles equipped with a 4r100 transmission and built between january 1, 2001 and may 1, 2002 may exhibit flashing transmission control indicator lamp and any or all torque converter clutch diagnostic trouble codes P0740, P0741, P0743,
  • 02108 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles equipped with the 5.4l 2v engine may exhibit a whistling noise fromthe formed nylon tube inthe idle-air bypass flow circuit. *tt
  • 0245 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. *tt
  • 0241 - STEERING:LINKAGES:ARM:IDLER AND ATTACHMENT: Subject regarding idler arm replacement specifications. *tt
  • 0258 - POWER TRAIN: Inoperative or inacurrate speedometer, 4x4 lamp illuminatd, and / or diagnostic trouble code P1635 or P1639. *tt
  • 15652 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Concerns with climate control system air discharged through the defroster ducts only, regardless of setting. *tt
  • 15651 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM: Some vehicles equipped with air suspension may exhibit an air leak and/or overnight bleed down of the air suspension. *tt
  • 15648 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Some vehicles may exhibit a slow fuel fill condition and/or premature shutoff of the gas pump when the vehicle is being refueled. *tt
  • 15630 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Concerns with vehicles with a 5.4l 2v engine exhibitingng a lack of power condition. *tt
  • 15605 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some vehicles may exhibit driveability conditions and / or check engine lamp illuminated with a diagnostic trouble P0455 (gross leak detected). *tt
  • 15502 - SUSPENSION:FRONT: Concerns with pop/clunk/click noise from the front suspension when making low-speed turns in forward or reverse gears. *tt
  • 15480 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP: Some vehicles may exhibit a slow fuel fill condition and/or premature shutoff of the gas pump when the vehicle is being re-fueled. *tt
  • 01253 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM: Concerns with white flakes coming from the air conditioner vents when the blower motor is engaged. *tt
  • 01246 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt
  • 15432 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: Some vehicles not equipped with side air bags may exhibit diagnostic trouble code B1998 (passenger side air bag circuit resistance high) in the restraints control module. *tt
  • 15431 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Exhibiting lack of power condition when vehicle is operated in ambient temperatures. *tt
  • 15407 - SUSPENSION:FRONT: Concerns with a pop/clunk/click noise coming from the front suspension when making low-speed turns in forward or reverse gears. *tt
  • 15395 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN: Some vehicles may exhibit a weak horn chirp confirmation when the transmitter is used to lock the doors and/or an inoperative horn when the vehicle's engine is not running. *tt
  • 15377 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Some vehicles may exhibit an axle tube seal leakage and an axle bearing that is loose in the axle housing, and/or a replacement service bearing that is loose in the housing. *tt
  • 15362 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM: Some vehicles may exhibit air suspension malfunction. *tt
  • 15433 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE: Some vehicles built after 4/10/2001 and equipped with air suspension , may exhibit an electronic variable orifice (evo) steering diagnostic trouble code C1917. *tt
  • 15326 - SUSPENSION:FRONT: Some vehicles may exhibit a pop/clunk/click noise from the front suspension when making low speed turns in either forward or reverse. *tt
  • 15549 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: Information regarding pop/thump noise from power window. *yh
  • 15528 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM: Subject regarding air suspension compressor quality. *yd
  • 15517 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Subject regarding exaggerated engine braking on deceleration. *yd
  • 15504 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some vehicles may exhibit driveabilty conditions and/or check engine lamp illuminated with a diagnostic trouble code P0455 (gross leak detected). *tt
  • 0214 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt
  • 0212 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN: Some vehicles may exhibit a weak horn chirp confirmation when the key fob is used, or an inoperative horn when the engine is not running. *tt
  • 01B77 - TIRES: Owner notification program supplement 7 revised information - regarding replacement of wilderness at tires. *tt
  • 01205 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes P0171 and or P0174. *tt
  • 012113 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH: Some ignition switch lock cylinder assemblies may exhibit rougness and / or excess effort in turning, key does not fully return from start, a malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate with P0500, P1502 and U1039 stored in powertrian control
  • 01215 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: A condition may exist, where throttle sticking may occur on a few vehicles in very cold ambient temperatures after operating at steady speed or extended idle for a period of time. *tt
  • 15259 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Concerns with the lower power in high ambient temepratures. *tt
  • 15225 - WHEELS:RIM : Some vehicles may exhibit a difficult to remove wheel rim condition. *tt
  • 15219 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some vehicles may exhibit a condition where all the guages inthe instrument cluster will sweep at initial start up. *tt
  • 15262 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Information on radio operation with rear seat entertainment system. *tt
  • 01181 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH: Brake shift interlock.*jb
  • 15253 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Information dfpe sensor location. *tt
  • 15137 - STRUCTURE: Customers may complain of wind noise. *yd
  • 15136 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN: Some vehicles may exhibit a weak sounding horn chirp. *yd
  • 15123 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE: Some vehicles may exhibit a driveline vibration at speeds between 60-70 mph. *slc
  • 15122 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS: Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration at idle and/or engine droaning noise on acceleration from a stop. *slc
  • 15114 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Information regarding external transmission cooler disconnect tool. *jada
  • 01157 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc
  • 01156 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE: Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
  • 15022 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT: Concerns that the anti-lock brake system (abs) lamp is on with diagnostic trouble codes C1230, C1229, or C1237. *tt
  • 15011 - POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE): Exhibiting an uncommanded shift wheel low during low speed maneuvering. *tt
  • 01128 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Some vehicles may exhibit a check suspension lamp on with diagnostic trouble codes B2140 or C2140 even after the air suspension switch in the upper rh kick panel has been turned on. *tt
  • 01117 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Some vehicles equipped with a 4r70w automatic transmission exhibiting a no forward or a delayed engagement may have a damaged forward clutch. *tt
  • 01141 - POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE): Some vehicles may exhibit inadvertent 4x4 hi or low shift events, 4x4 and / or low range indicator flashing or solid or vehicle stuck in 4l after uncommanded shift. *tt
  • 01137 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Some vehicles equipped with a 4r70w automatic transmission may exhibit a clunk noise during the 2-1 downshift event. *tt
  • 01135 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Some vehicles equipped with 4r100 transmission, having a transmission build date between 7/27/2000 and 3/23/2001, may exhibit an intermittent, delayed or no second gear condition. *tt
  • 14397 - VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY: Certain supercrews and some vehicles may exhibit a wind noise / boom when driven at high speeds above 55 mph with the moon roof fully open, due to the moon roof wind deflector not deployed high enough above the roof line. *tt
  • 14907 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Concerns with vehicles exhibiting the oil pressure gauge registering low or no oil pressure usually on initial start-up after several hours of cold soak. *tt
  • 14905 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT: Some vehicles may exhibit amber anti-lock brake system (abs) lamp on with undefined diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) stored. *tt
  • 14918 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): This bulletin states that on some vehicles (including 2002 blackwood) a battery disconnect or parameter reset is required during powertrain control module (pcm) or instrument cluster (vic / hec / icm) replacement. *tt
  • 0147 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5w-20 motor oil. *tt
  • 0142 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Some vehicles may exhibit the engine oil sending unit contacting the oil drip shield attached to the front axle. *tt
  • 14864 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Subject regarding certain vehicles with 4.6l romeo engines exhibiting an oil leak from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt
  • 14828 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Engineering is investigating vehicles received from the assembly plant with the check air suspension lamp remaining illuminated after the air suspension switch has been turned on. *tt
  • 14821 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Some vehicles equipped with 4.6l romeo engine may exhibit an oil leak from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt
  • 14815 - STEERING: Some vehicles built after 04/10/01, equipped with air suspension, may exhibit a electronic variable orifice (evo) steering diagnostic trouble code (dtc) C1917. *tt
  • 14814 - STEERING: Information on discontinuation of electronic variable orifice (evo) steering. *tt
  • 0162 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE: Vehicles equipped with passive anti-theft system (pats) may not start or crank. *tt
  • 14660 - AIR BAGS: Some vehicles not equipped with side air bags, may exhibit a diagnostic trouble code (dtc) B1998 (passenger side air bag circuit resistance high) in the restraints control module. *tt
  • 0125 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES: Seat belt warning system - belt reminder function, operation and service tips. *tt
  • 14372 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Information on idle vibration or engine droan on acceleration. *jb
  • 14359 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM: Subject pertaining to air suspension leaks. *jb
  • 14377 - SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST: Concerns with driver seat module - ngs / wds special instructions. *jb
  • 00B54 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Owner notification program parts update regarding 4r100 transmission replacement. *jb
  • 00B54 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Owner notification informing owners that their transmission could be damaged internally and, potentially, could result in a loss of second gear or, ultimately, an inability to move the vehicle if it is driven under certain conditions.
  • 00222 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP: Information regarding power steering pump bolt-correct placement of bolts and washer-windsor built engines. *jb
  • 00215 - BACK OVER PREVENTION:WARNINGS:EXTERNAL: Concerns with reverse park aid false activation. *jb
  • 14627 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Conditions on climate control system air flows through defrost only. *jb
  • 14609 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Subject regarding high idle and/or check engine light condition. *jb
  • 14571 - TIRES: Some vehicles equipped with continental / general p275 / 60r17 tires may exhibit a tire vibration. *tt
  • 14528 - SEATS: Some vehicles may exhibit holes, tears, snags or cracks on the seat upholstery. *tt
  • 14525 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL: Some vehicles may exhibit a rough idle condition as received directly from the assemly plant. *tt
  • 14532 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Subject regarding outer belt molding finish change. *tt
  • 14509 - EQUIPMENT: Information on the rear seat entertainment system (rse) accessories kit. *tt
  • 14458 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN: Information regarding horn chirp with function of speed control buttons. *tt
  • 14456 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Information on squeak and rattle noise conditions. *tt
  • 002310 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES: Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system. *tt
Known Recall Investigations
  • Windshield leak causes electric failures investigation # EA05015

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  • Spark plug ejection from cylinder head investigation # DP05005

    On september 6, 2005, odi received a petition requesting that the agency investigate allegations of engine spark plug ejection in certain model year 1997 through 2004 ford vehicles with triton v-8 and v-10 engines.Odi received a total of 474 non-duplicative complaints on the subject vehicles where the complainant, or the dealer repairing the vehicle, reported that a spark plug detached from the cylinder and/or ejected from the engine.As of december 8, 2005, odi is not aware of any allegations where the alleged defect resulted in a loss of vehicle control, a crash, an injury, or a fatality in any of the 10,319,810 subject vehicles.In addition, odi is aware of only two incidents where the vehicle stalled without restart.Information contained in the odi consumer complaints and obtained from 72 telephone interviews with complainants showed the following:(1) 99% of the complaints were on my 1997 to 2002 subject vehicles.(2) most the complainants reported hearing a loud pop while driving or upon starting up the vehicle followed by a loud, repetitive clicking or popping sound.(3) many of the complainants reported that the popping sound was accompanied by some loss of vehicle power; however, in 99% of the incidents reported, the vehicle did not stall.In the very few incidents where the vehicle did stall, most vehicles could be restarted.(4) only a small percentage of the complainants cited that they smelled gas or a slight burning smell when the incident occurred.(5) in all but a very few incidents, vehicle damage was limited to the engine.In one incident, the complaint reported that the fuel rail was damaged and replaced after one of the spark plugs ejected from the engine; however, the complainant reported that the damage did not result in any type of fuel leak or fire.In another incident, the only incident where a fire was alleged, the complainant reported that no fluid leak was observed, but that a fire resulted after the spark plug had ejected from the engine and he had restarted the vehicle and driven to another location.None of the complainants reported any damage to the vehicle hood.(6) only two complainants reported that they observed what appeared to be some drops of fuel coming from the cylinder where the spark plug had failed or on the spark plug itself; however, each of these complainants reported that there was no smoke or flames as a result of his incident.As the petitioner noted, and odi¿s analysis showed, it is possible for a spark plug to detach from the engine cylinder threads in the subject vehicles.However, odi¿s analysis of 474 complaints describing such incidents found only a very few alleged any safety-related consequences.None of these showed any evidence of a serious safety consequence.Given the large population and relatively long exposure time of the subject vehicles, the complaint analysis indicates that the risk to motor vehicle safety from the alleged defect is very low.In view of the foregoing, it is unlikely that nhtsa would issue an order for the notification and remedy of the alleged defect at the conclusion of the investigation requested in the petition.Therefore, in view of the need to allocate and prioritize nhtsa¿s limited resources to best accomplish the agency¿s safety mission, the petition is denied.

  • electrical system failure investigation # PE05033

    Odi has received 39 reports alleging that water leaks around the windshield causing electrical failures, including but not limited to the windshield wipers and the headlamps.Ford reports that water entering the vehicle can wet the power distribution box (pdb) and the generic electronic module (gem).These components control various electrical systems in the vehicle.This investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis, ea05015, to allow further investigation of the issue and to assess the nature of the potential safety consequence.

  • Engine compartment fires investigation # EA05005

    Ea05-005 is closed with ford?S actions in recalls 05v-017, 05v-388, and 06v-286, recalling approximately 6.7 million vehicles equipped with texas instruments speed control deactivation switches (scds).The brake systems in these recalled vehicles generate a vacuum that can potentially cause the scds to fail and, in certain switch installation orientations, catch fire.Ford is also including the entire population of 1998 explorers.Ford has informed odi that testing to determine the cause of failures in the 1998 explorers will continue after this investigation is closed.Odi believes that the vehicles exhibiting the factors causing scds failure described in this report correlate well with the observed failure rates on these vehicles by model and model year.The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist in the non-recalled vehicles manufactured with scds that are not included in ford?S recalls.Odi will continue to monitor the non-recalled population for incidence of engine compartment fires.The agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.See attached closing report for details.

  • Front seat belt buckle assembly investigation # EA05004

    During the initial recall campaign in 2001, the subject vehicles were inspected by ford dealerships using a test tool that would detect a defective front seat outboard seat belt buckle assembly.Approximately one million vehicles passed the inspection test for one or both front buckles.Subsequent to the recall service action, odi received 15 consumer reports alleging that a passed inspection buckle subsequently failed to latch or inadvertently unlatched during use.In addition, ford has identified 543 owner and field reports alleging buckle failure subsequent to passing the inspection test.Ford tested and examined over 100 warranty-returned buckles and found that 44% of the buckles had no problem or a condition not related to the recall inspection (non-latch related buckle damage or foreign contamination).Warranty claims were highest during the 18-month period after the start of the recall (july 2001) and have been declining during the past 24 months.Over the past 12 months, ford has received approximately 12 warranty claims per month out of a vehicle population of about one million.Complaints counts are also decreasing.During the past seven months, odi has received only two complaints. A safety-related defect has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.Accordingly, this investigation is closed.The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist.The agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.

Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoFireN NoneNone20201024

Vehicle caught on fire due to an incorrectly installed head light due to a cracked plug assembly. Vehicle was in a fast-food drive through when the smoke and subsequent flames were seen. Due to age of the vehicle the task of changing the light bulb was farmed out to local oil change shop. While changing the placing the new bulb into the plug assembly the thin plastic broke keeping the bulb from seating properly. Tested okay on reassembly but once night came the light was on for only 15 minutes and ignited the inner head lamp assembly and subsequently more of the engine compartment. Fortunately, the fast-food restaurant came out with an extinguisher and put out the fire. Thankfully, no one was hurt however, had the fire occurred on the highway, in a parking lot unattended, or in the homes garage, the outcome would have been far worse.

NoFireN NoneNone20201023

Vehicle caught on fire due to an incorrectly installed head light due to a cracked plug assembly. Vehicle was in a fast-food drive through when the smoke and subsequent flames were seen. Due to age of the vehicle the task of changing the light bulb was farmed out to local oil change shop. While changing the placing the new bulb into the plug assembly the thin plastic broke keeping the bulb from seating properly. Tested okay on reassembly but once night came the light was on for only 15 minutes and ignited the inner head lamp assembly and subsequently more of the engine compartment. Fortunately, the fast-food restaurant came out with an extinguisher and put out the fire. Thankfully, no one was hurt however, had the fire occurred on the highway, in a parking lot unattended, or in the homes garage, the outcome would have been far worse.

NoNoN NoneNone20200816

My vehicle year,make,and model has multiple manufacturer recalls pertaining to my specific vehicles vin number. I have 0 unrepaired recalls that have not been assessed and has had zero components replaced under recalls for specific components. Each and every recalled components associated with my vehicles year, make, and model pertaining to my vehicles vin number are a safety risk at fault and any problems create unsafe conditions for operation of vehicle on the road. My assessment of my vehicles safety risk is high due to the 0 unrepaired recalls my vehicle has not been replaced with new components to avoid these safety risks from component failure.

NoNoN NoneNone20200815

My vehicle year,make,and model has multiple manufacturer recalls pertaining to my specific vehicles vin number. I have 0 unrepaired recalls that have not been assessed and has had zero components replaced under recalls for specific components. Each and every recalled components associated with my vehicles year, make, and model pertaining to my vehicles vin number are a safety risk at fault and any problems create unsafe conditions for operation of vehicle on the road. My assessment of my vehicles safety risk is high due to the 0 unrepaired recalls my vehicle has not been replaced with new components to avoid these safety risks from component failure.

NoNoN NoneNone20200627

Going to michigan from tennessee, driving on the expressway what's my ford expedition trident motor v8 heard a popping sound and almost got in an accident and found out once again the sparkplug blew out of the motor again with my family in the vehiclee it's a 2001 and i think your company should pay for the repairs.

NoNoN NoneNone20200626

Going to michigan from tennessee, driving on the expressway what's my ford expedition trident motor v8 heard a popping sound and almost got in an accident and found out once again the sparkplug blew out of the motor again with my family in the vehiclee it's a 2001 and i think your company should pay for the repairs.

NoFireN NoneNone20200223

Tl* the contact owned a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that while his vehicle was parked in his apartment complex, his vehicle suddenly caught fire without warning. The contact stated that he had heard a loud boom from inside which prompted him to check on his vehicle. The contact immediately called 911 as the fire spread to other vehicles in the parking lot. The fire department was able to extinguish, a total of four vehicles were completely burned to the ground. The fire marshals were also called and a report was filed. All vehicles involved in the fire remained at the apartment complex parking lot. No injuries were reported as a result of the fire. The manufacturer nor the dealer had been notified of the failure. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that his vehicle had been placed under recall for nhtsa recall number: 05v017000 (vehicle speed control) but was unaware that there was ever a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

NoFireN NoneNone20200222

Tl* the contact owned a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that while his vehicle was parked in his apartment complex, his vehicle suddenly caught fire without warning. The contact stated that he had heard a loud boom from inside which prompted him to check on his vehicle. The contact immediately called 911 as the fire spread to other vehicles in the parking lot. The fire department was able to extinguish, a total of four vehicles were completely burned to the ground. The fire marshals were also called and a report was filed. All vehicles involved in the fire remained at the apartment complex parking lot. No injuries were reported as a result of the fire. The manufacturer nor the dealer had been notified of the failure. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that his vehicle had been placed under recall for nhtsa recall number: 05v017000 (vehicle speed control) but was unaware that there was ever a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20200102

Fyi my 2001 ford expedition is experiencing the same soft brake problem that warranted them to issue recall #19s54. I have changed the brakes and the problem persists . Ford needs to include the 2001 expeditions in this recall. It is very dangerous to stop this heavy vehicle with a soft brake pedal pushed all the way down !

Read and Submit Vehicle Complaints -- 51+ complaints filed
Common OBD-II Error Codes
  • P0401 [4] Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient Detected
  • P0402 [4] Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Excessive Detected
  • P1400 [4] Glow Plug Monitor Fault (Bank #1)
  • P1401 [4] Glow Plug Monitor Fault (Bank #2)
  • B1994 [1] Driver Side
  • B1998 [3] Passenger Side
  • P0442 [1] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
  • P0455 [3] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
  • P0456 [1] Evaporative Emissions System Small Leak Detected
  • P0457 [1] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected
  • P1442 [1] A/C Evaporator Air Temperature Circuit Range/Performance
  • P0740 [2] Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Malfunction
  • P0741 [2] Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off
  • P0743 [2] Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Electrical
  • P1744 [1] Slip Solenoid System
  • P1635 [1] Internal Vref Malfunction
  • P1639 [1] Data Output Link Circuit Failure
  • C1917 [2] Steering EVO Out-of-Range Fault
  • P0171 [1] System too Lean (Bank 1)
  • P0174 [1] System too Lean (Bank 2)
  • P0500 [1] Vehicle Speed Sensor "A" Malfunction
  • P1502 [1] RCNT Solenoid Circuit Malfunction
  • U1039 [1] SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Primary Id / Vehicle Speed
  • C1229 [1] Speed Wheel Sensor Rear Center Coherency Fault
  • C1230 [1] Speed Wheel Sensor Rear Center Input Circuit Failure
  • C1237 [1] Speed Wheel Rear Input Signal Missing
  • C2140 [1] C2140
  • B2140 [1] B2140
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
1FMRU15W31LB162712001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMRU15L81LB047532001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMRU15L11LB417562001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMEU17L11LA173532001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMPU16LX1LA689742001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMRU17L31LB235152001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMFU18LX1LB157672001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMRU15L91LA819702001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMPU16L61LA485582001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMRU15W71LA705392001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMPU18L51LA551122001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMPU16L91LA341362001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMPU16L61LB709972001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMRU17W31LB823812001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMRU16W71LA014452001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMPU16L71LB780392001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMEU17L91LA329602001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMRU17L21LA167152001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
1FMRU17W81LB672932001ExpeditionWAYNE MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)

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