1998 Ford Expedition body problems

Filed Sep 24, 2014 · Body, Electrical · NC

When it rains everything inside goes dead and it will not crank. Can be going down the road and it shuts off on you . This will continue for a few days until everything dries out or its not damp outside anymore.I have looked this up on computer and it looks like it is coming back to the fuse panel getting wet because of poor drainage coming from windshield , some people are saying that it has caused fires. Ihave only owned this vehicle for 11/2 years and don't know if there has been any recalls or anything fixed on it. Please let me know . Thanks. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jul 1, 2014 · Body, Fuel system · 120,000 miles · CT

Upon inspection of the underside of my vehicle while changing my oil, I observed that the rear strap of my fuel tank had rusted through on one side and was no longer securing my fuel tank in place. I have since purchased replacement fuel tank straps and upon researching guidance for replacing the straps, I found many articles online regarding a fuel tank strap recall for 1997-2001 f150's, however it appears that the expeditions, which are very similar to the f-150's, were not covered by this recall. I'm very lucky that I found the rusted strap before the tank dropped and potentially ruptured, causing injury to me, my wife and our infant son. If the gas tank strap recall cannot be extended to cover expeditions, I would at least like to know the reason why the expeditions are not covered. Thank you.

Filed Apr 25, 2014 · Body, Engine · 120,000 miles · NJ · fire

Ford expedition caught fire while parked at walmart store, it started at driver side on engine and it took a few minutes to burn whole SUV.

Filed Nov 14, 2011 · Body · 140,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 ford expedition. The contact stated the bumper and rear axle was covered with rust and separated from the vehicle. The fuel tank straps were also covered with rust as well. The dealer was notified, but was unable to assist with the defect. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 140,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Sep 14, 2010 · Body · 170,000 miles · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 ford expedition. The contact stated that the trailing arm that connected the rear end to the frame fractured in half when he shifted into drive. The vehicle was not under recall and any repairs would be at the contact's expense. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileage was approximately 170,000.

Filed Jul 1, 2005 · Body · MT

Dt: the consumer owns a 1998 ford expedition. While the consumer was driving the white plastic piece on the front of bumper ripped off and was coming up on windshield, almost causing an accident. Contact heard some flapping coming from the vehicle. She got out and checked the vehicle and did not see anything. About 20 miles further of the bumper came off.

Filed Mar 7, 2005 · Body · TX

The windows of the consumer's 1998 ford expedition leaked damaging the interior of the vehicle. *nm

Filed Aug 18, 2003 · Body · 92,000 miles · TX

When entering the travel trailer interior was made of aes , a gas or chemical substance that caused the consumer to have red eyes and a burning sensation in the lungs.

Filed Jul 11, 2002 · Body · OH · fire

While in motion, the passenger door caught on fire. The ford dealership accused consumer of starting the fire. The brooklyn fire dept informed consumer the vehicle was not safe and there was an electrical short. The ford dealer told consumer they would replace the door at the consumers expense and not under the extended warranty.

Filed Jun 7, 2002 · Body · OH · fire

Passenger door panel caught fire. Vehicle has power doors and locks. Smoke was coming out inner panel. Also, there was a glow from outside. Driver and 2 children got out. A firemen that arrived moved vehicle before partially catching fire. Dealer was notified. Please provide more information.