2003 Ford Excursion: engine stalls while driving

Filed Oct 8, 2021 · Suspension · 110,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2003 Ford Excursion. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the suspension made an abnormal popping sound. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that an air bubble had formed on the front passenger’s side tire which he linked to the suspension failure. The tire was not replaced. The contact also stated that after he replaced the radio inside the vehicle, the radio had become defective after the second day of installation. The contact stated that an abnormal buzzing sound was coming from the speakers. Upon investigation, he linked the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 04V327000 (Electrical System). Additionally, the contact also mentioned that the vehicle would stall while at a complete stop without warning. The contact had a friend inspect the vehicle and he informed him that the camshaft needed to be replaced. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 07V553000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). A dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Jan 8, 2019 · Engine · 200,106 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford excursion. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was an injector failure. The vehicle was not repaired. A local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,106.

Filed Jul 31, 2015 · Electrical · 140,000 miles · CA · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford excursion. The contact stated that the gear shift lever sparked a fire and the wiring of the shifter began to melt. The vehicle was engulfed in smoke shortly after the failure. The contact immediately shut off the vehicle and disconnected the battery. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician stated that the wiring insulation of the lever had worn and caused the failure. As a result, the gear shift assembly would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 145,000. In addition, the contact stated that the silver circuit box inside of the fuse box melted and caught on fire. When the failure occurred, all the gauges on the instrument panel and the alternator failed causing the vehicle to stall. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who stated that the fuse box would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed him that the fuse box was discontinued. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred shortly after. In order to remedy the failure, a modification had to be made to bypass the melting current by placing an external wire and circuit breaker. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Jun 23, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 1,000 miles · OH

The 2003 ford excursion 6.0 liter diesel, first broke down while driving home from the dealer who was working on recall items. The vehicle stalled while driving less than 2 miles from the dealer (dealer now out of business). After a while the vehicle began losing power, but not stalling while driving, especially up hills. After many attempts to clean parts, egr valve etc, it was stated that the injectors were bad. All injectors replaced. Front main leaf spring broke on the vehicle, and had to be replaced - the spring was no longer available, -the repair facility stated that this vehicle has been historically undersized, and they stopped making the original spring, because too many were breaking. We then again started experiencing a loss of power while driving - at this time my kids were driving the car, and this was particularly worrisome. My repair shop sent the vehicle to a heavy truck and diesel repair shop, specializing in ambulances. After charging me $3000 to fix my problems (various pieces an part related to the engine, fuel system, etc), the vehicle seemed to operate well. While up in cleveland for thanksgiving, the vehicle lost power on the highway - . Had to have it towed to a dealer, and rent a replacement during our vacation. The dealer said more of the fuel/engine issues and after charging me another $1500, I was able to drive home. Less than one month later, same stalling issues. The vehicle would simply stall, at low speed, high speed, under load, or no load - towed again to my repair person, and he sent it to a different diesel mechanic who told me that diesel is leaking into the engine, the injectors again need to be replaced, that it has never been fixed properly, and that this engine is notorious for having very significant problem. I am out of a vehicle, down to one for the family, and unable to afford getting it fixed - again.

Filed Oct 27, 2011 · Electrical · 183,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford excursion. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall sporadically and would also accelerate abnormally without warning. The contact stated that the failure could have been caused by the injection control pressure sensor. The contact believed that the 2003 model excursion should have been recalled because the 2004 model was recalled for the same failure (the federal safety agency campaign id number: 05v270000: electrical system:wiring). The vehicle was not inspected or repaired. The failure mileage was 183,000 and the current mileage was 184,000.

Filed Dec 3, 2010 · Fuel system · 74,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford excursion. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle was taken to a diesel garage specialist who stated that the fuel lines, filter and supply lines were all blocked and the fuel tank liner was damaged. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 74,000.

Filed Jun 15, 2010 · Electrical · 136,000 miles · MI

We own a 2003, diesel ford excursion. Late on 6/10 as we were going down a steep curve the engine stalled. We lost all power. It took all my husband's strength to keep the truck on the road, without power steering. The braking system was diminished. This could have been a potential disaster for our family, we had 2 children in the vehicle as well. He managed to get us somewhat off to the side of the road. The vehicle would not start. This is a very dangerous, potentially life-threatening malfunction of the ford excursion. We had the vehicle towed to the local ford for investigation and found out that the wire harness is defective and needs to be replaced. We investigated this problem and found other reports with similar description have been reported. Ford needs to do something about this defect, it is a potential accident waiting to happen without warning. Thank goodness the circumstances were such that we were okay. We shudder to think if this had happened while I, the wife as driving or on a busy freeway. We don't want another person to experience this, when they don't have to if the problem is corrected. It is an obvious problem.

Filed Jan 7, 2010 · Engine · 78,000 miles · WI

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford excursion. The contact was driving approximately 65 MPH on a wet road and suddenly, excessive white smoke expelled from the rear tail pipe exhaust system. The driver pulled over to the side of the road and the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle restarted and resumed normal operation. The engine stalled again and the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer. The technician stated that the failure was contributed to a broken fuel injector which also resulted in damages to the engine. The estimated repair cost was $12,000. The vehicle has not been repaired for the malfunction at this time. The failure and current mileages were 78,000. Updated 02/01/10 *bf the consumer stated that the vehicle ran rough and it lacked power. The dealer found the #1 cylinder had a broken piston. The consumer stated the check engine light never illuminated to warn him there was problem. Updated 02/02/10.

Filed Jun 19, 2009 · Fuel system · 98,000 miles · OH

My 2003 ford excursion with a 6.0l diesel has been surging and will stall suddenly and without warning. It has caused several near collisions. The dealer had to replace the icp sensor. Apparently this was recalled in 2004 models and newer but not the 2003 model. I feel that I have fallen through the cracks because ford didn't start installing the 6.0l in the 2003 model until late in the model years. Seems like they forgot about me and my truck has the exact same dangerous condition as the 2004 models.

Filed Dec 29, 2008 · Engine, Fuel system · 67,000 miles · FL

2003 ford excursion limited with 6.0l diesel engine. Only two weeks ago, my truck began to surge in acceleration at both idle and while cruising. It has also begun to stall out at both idle and while cruising. Also the vehicle has begun to have a strong smell of diesel fuel which enters the passenger cabin at start up. My service engine light has begun to light up and I checked the light with a digital diagnostic code reader. The code was p2285 (injector control pressure sensor circuit low). The situation is quite dangerous. My wife had complained that the vehicle surged ahead and she almost hit the car in front of her while stopped at a red light. When I drove the vehicle, it also began to buck and surge in both forward and reverse. While backing out of my driveway, the vehicle accelerated rearward and only by my having my foot near the brake pedal, stopped it from racing rearward. The vehicle has also cut off while at idle and while driving now. Again, a very dangerous condition. I have seen on the ford truck enthusiast websites that I am not alone. There have been many complaints of this condition and faulty injector control pressure sensors especially in the '03 models but even later models. I am just out of warranty by a week, and ford said they could do nothing for me. I have seen what the dealers have quoted others to fix the problem up to $2000.00 for wide ranging solutions (replacing turbos, replacing all injectors, etc.) I use this truck to transport my disabled child and definitely cannot afford the dealer to rip me off for $2000. It is a $140 part and should take no longer than an hour of a technician's time to replace the sensor and pigtail harness. Clearly, ford knows that they have a problem as they had a cust. Service program 03b05 and 03b06 regarding this issue for 47,000 other '03 trucks with the 6.0l engine. They said my vehicle's VIN did not fall into those 47,000. Obviously it affects many more trucks than the 47,000.

Filed May 13, 2008 · Engine · 110,000 miles · TX

While driving about 25 MPH, the engine stalled and I lost steering control. Luckily no other cars were approaching because I was making a left turn on to a busy street. Very dangerous. The stall has also occurred at least 5 other times, usually when decelerating when coming to a stop light. Today, the ABS light came on, then I heard a click and all the gauges lost power, the radio display went out. I could not restart the vehicle - only heard a click sound. After waiting an hour, the vehicle started. Batteries have already been replaced by dealership a couple months ago. It was in the shop because under aggressive acceleration, the glow plug light would come on and there was no power. Sensor replaced along with batteries. Problem occurred again when driving it home from the shop. Talked to ford and they do not seem concerned about potentially dangerous problems that dealership can not fix.

Filed Dec 10, 2007 · Electrical · 48,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford excursion. While driving 30 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The failure occurred while driving in reverse or forward. The dealer stated that the camshaft position sensor failed. No repairs were made. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v553000 (electrical system:software). The failure mileage was 48,000 and current mileage was 53,000.