Dt: contact stated while stopping at a stop light heard a loud pop. The vehicle was taken to a local dealership ,where they found the engine head needed to be replaced because the spark plug blew out of the engine. The repairs will be made at the contact's expense. *ak updated 03/20/06.
1999 Ford Expedition engine complaints
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Dt: the contact owns a 1999 ford expedition. Had to have repairs done several times. The first time it was the alternator. Then, there were problems with the motor. The last time there were transmission problems.
Upon start up my 1999 ford expedition blew a spark plug out of the engine block. Ford refused to admit that there is a problem . Repair is approximately$4000.00. Numerous complaints at consumer affairs attest to this problem.
While driving on the highway with my family my 6 year old ford expedition blew a spark plug right out of the head. It has come to my attention that this is an on going problem with this vehicle. We had been driving for about 5 hours coming home from a family vacation when this occurred in new jersey. We were lucky in this case because we were able to make it across the highway and off the road. The problem completely destroyed the head on the left side of the engine and the vehicle was unusable for over two weeks while the local ford dealer worked on the problem. That head had to be replaced as well as many other parts associated with this problem. The dealer stated that this could happen again with the head on the right side. Between the repairs to the engine and the rental car for the time of repair, this was a very expensive (5000 $) problem. Which I stated earlier appears to be an ongoing problem with this motor.
One spark plug on my 1999 ford expedition exploded and burst through the head of the engine. My wife was picking up my child at school. She parked the vehicle, shut it off and minutes later returned. As she was starting the expedition both her and my daughter heard a very large explosion from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle continued to run and a constant popping sound could be heard. She immediately shut off the engine and noticed a very strong gas/exhaust type smell. She called me and I arrived to check the vehicle out. I inspected all the fluid levels and fuses and they were fine. I briefly started the engine with the hood open to help narrow the location of the sound. The sound was coming from the top of the engine on the passenger side. I started inspecting this area and found that the third spark plug from the front of the engine on the passenger side had been completely blown out of the head of the engine. It is very fortunate that this occurred in a parking lot. My wife and daughter were both very startled by the loud explosion and I can only imagine what would have happened if this had occurred on the road at a high rate of speed. I believe that an accident would have resulted. I have since done some research on this particular issue and have learned that this has happened on numerous occasions on ford vehicles and has been brought to the attention of the federal safety agency. I would like to file this complaint and find out what the federal safety agency is doing about this specific issue. The design issue with this particular spark plug/engine head combination is well known in automotive circles. What is the federal safety agency doing about this issue. Thank you for taking the time to hear my concerns, and to reiterate I believe that there would have been an accident if this event had happened on the road at any rate of high speed.
1999 ford expedition eddie bauer 4x4 the emergency brake was removed by the dealer when they sold it to me and never put one on it, also the /c blows out hot air up front and cold in the back, and the odomitter does not work, it goes in and out and the dealer refuses to fix it. Several of my friends have the same truck and they have the same problem
1999 ford expedition 5.4l 4wd driving down road and spark plug shot out of the head. Causing a loud popping noise and bad idle. Replaced sparkplug and had heli-coil installed. Two weeks later, another spark plug shot out of the other side of the head.
1999 ford expedition experiencing problems with the head gaskets. *mr the consumer felt that the engine should be replaced at no cost. The passenger side head gasket leaked oil badly. Ford replaced the head gasket once while under the manufacturer 36k mile warranty. The head gasket was replaced again at the consumers expense because the leak resumed. The consumer was informed by three different ford technicians that the oil passage in the block of the engine was so close to the edge of the block that a head gasket would have a problem preventing oil from leaking out and ford developed 2 or 3 revised head gaskets to address the problem since 1999. After th second repair ofthe head gasket, one of the heads leaked anti-freeze. Other problems were: an inoperative horn, transmission shifting made a whining noise and the vehicle would not heat up when at zero. *sc
1999 ford expedition with 5.4 triton v8. Spark plug is ejected from the aluminum cylindar head. Immediately upon the plug being "blown" from the position on the head I could smell fuel and the engine began to violently make a loud "popping" sound. I have found numerous complaints on the web regarding this but cannot find any resolution measures. Bought the truck used with 85k miles but I have read other complaints where the plugs blow out at much lower mileage. Had to have it towed because I was advised by the dealer that, "it wouldn't be a good idea to drive it if you smell fuel." I had the service rep tell me that, "this is pretty common in our lighting models with the v10, but not with our v8 models." he also tells me that the plugs were too short for the engine but I checked with the mechanic that changed my plugs and he says that he put the replacement spec plugs that ford recommended. Links to other sites related to this: http://www.f150online.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=103042 I know these are not filed complaints with the federal safety agency but this is a serious issue. When I took it into the ford dealership at dobb's ford, 7925 hwy 64, memphis, tn 38133-4007, they told me originally it would be $2600. I was almost set to have it done then he tells me that labor was not included in that price and the total price would be $3800.
The number three plug on the engine blew out. The spark plug came completely out of the head. The cylinder head had to be replaced. Please provide any further information. Also, provide correct vehicle identification number. *jb consumer believe this is a manufacture defect and should be a recall on this recurring problem. Have done some research on this problem and found numerous cases. Consumer do not think the public should have to pay for ford design flaw.
My husband was driving our 1999 ford expedition and had just crossed the state line from connecticut into new york on I-84. There was a loud bang in the engine and a consistent banging thereafter. The car was not drivable and my husband pulled off the highway and called aaa for a tow. We had the car towed over an hour to the ford dealer near our home. They determined that the #3 sparkplug blew out of the engine. It caused major damage. We had to have the entire engine head assembly replaced which cost us over $3500 and we were without our car for two weeks.
The air bag sensor controls the height of the vehicle. The sensor is malfunctioning and the vehicle's rear is dropping, and will not lift. Also, transmission has been replaced four times, and the engine was replaced three times. *bf
Right cylinder head was leaking in 1999 expedition with 56000 miles. Dealer or ford would not correct problem and cost $2750 from ford dealer to fix. Learned later that is not an isolated problem but wide spread. Why isn't ford held responsible???
Spark plug (believe it was #4) blew out of the cylinder head. 66k miles. These were original plugs, so not attributable to faulty mechanic. Head re-threaded, new plug inserted.
My ford expedition blow a spark plug and know requires a head replacement (over $2500) talked with ford dealership and they indicated that they see at least one ford a month with this problem.
Upon driving our 1999 ford expedition we were noticing a burning smell originating from the engine compartment. In preparation of a road trip we decided to take the vehicle in for service and asked to have the problem diagnosed. It was found that the head gaskets were leaking oil on the engine block as well as the starter and the exhaust, which could result in a fire. We contacted ford motor company to ask for assistance with this problem due to the fact that we were informed by a certified ford engine technician that there has been previous service bulletins out on this problem that we were not notified about, however ford has not responded as of yet, although they have acknowledged our calls and e-mails. At this time nothing has been done to correct the problem, because we do not have $2,500 to $3,000 to have the vehicle repaired and the vehicle has been parked since the diagnostic reports.
While parked vehicle caught on fire in the engine compartment. The cause has yet to be determined. Vehicle was considered a total loss.
Engine tends to stall, and unable to start when it rains. Occasionally, engine turns on and off on its own. Consumer will contact manufacturer.
The consumer was aware of a ford tsb concerning oil leakage. He experienced an oil leakage from the head gasket into the exhaust system.
Oil leak from right side cylinder head gasket. Oil leaks onto exhaust manifold and under certain conditions it could start a fire.
I had a spark plug blow out of my cylinder head while driving. I have read reports happening all of the time and it is a very common occurrence. No warnings, just a $4000 bill to have the head replaced.
I have a 1999 ford expedition with 95,000 miles. At 31,000 it had warranty work performed to repair an oil leak between the cylinder head and the block. The warranty work was performed prior to the first technical service bulletin (011202) dated 6/12/01. The vehicle now has the leak again in the same area. The technical bulletin has this as the issue: some vehicles equipped with the romeo built 4.6l 2v engine or 5.4l supercharged engine may exhibit an oil leak or oil weepage from the cylinder head gasket at the right hand rear or the left hand front of the engine. Oil weepage is not considered detrimental to engine performance or durability. An oil leak may be caused by metal chip debris lodged between the head gasket and the block, chip debris between the cylinder head and the head gasket, or by damage to the cylinder head sealing surface that occurred during the manufacturing process. I believe that this is a manufacturer issue not a consumer issue.
Right head gasket leaking oil.
Frankly, I need your advice on a matter of great concern I bought a 1999 ford expedition from waldorf ford in oct 2002. Recently I had a break down; I had three spark plugs blow-out, yesterday I was told that three cylinders are gone due from the damage of the spark plugs. The assistant team mgr said it would cost $6000.00 to get a new engine or get a new vehicle; I couldn't believe my ears. These trucks are lemons and I believe its time that ford take responsibility for their actions and recalls these engine. I guess they are waiting for someone to get killed. My truck lost power in the middle of rush hour and I was nearly rear ended. Other noted problems: the emergency brake cable stays on, the engine light stays on while driving and the brakes pads and shoes are worn out at a higher rate. *jb *bf
Engine compartment fire after being parked 5 minutes. Fire centered in engine compartment on driver's side towards the rear of the engine compartment. Brake switch at pedal had been replaced 4 months before fire.
I had a tune up done at roundtree moore ford dealership in lake city florida on 08-11-04. I drove my vehicle on vacation to pennsylvani and while there a spark plug came out and damaged the cylinder head and coil pack. I took the vehicle top a ford dealer in pennsylvania (davies ford connelsville pa)and was advised that it appeared it was the fault of the original dealership. Upon contacting my dealership I was advised that this was common with this type of engine. I had the repair done at a local mechanic for $790.00.
While driving, a loud pop was heard. Later there were several pops heard, the owner pulled over to the side of the road and looked inside and saw that the spark plug had blown completely out of the head. The owner had to buy another spark plug and an ignition coil. The new spark plug would not go back in because the previous spark plug stripped the plug area where the new plug would not enter. The owner was told by the dealer that it would cost 3,000.00 to replace the heads to keep this from recurring. Provide further details.
While driving at 8,900 miles gasket blew. Took vehicle to dealer for repairs. Again at 22, 000 miles the gasket blew again. Also, vehicle was leaking oil. *ak all gaskets had been replaced. Little white dot on headlight switch doesn't light up. Switch assembly replaced.
The consumer noticed fluid leaking from underneath the vehicle. The mechanic informed the driver that the head gasket needed to be replaced. Please provide further details.
Oil was leaking from the vehicle. Made an appointment with local mechanic, and took vehicle in. It was discovered that right head gasket was defective. Then, vehicle was taken to the dealer, a dye was placed into the engine, and after one week it was taken back. The manufacturer stated nothing could be done.
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