1999 Ford Expedition: engine stalls while driving

Filed Jul 8, 2015 · Engine · OK

1999 ford expedition. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle blown spark plugs. *smd the consumer stated while driving, the spark plug blew out the cylinder#8. *jb updated 09/21/15*lj the consumer stated the vehicle lost power and eventually stalled. Updated 09/24/15

Filed Jul 29, 2014 · Engine, Steering · 102,000 miles · CT

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford expedition. The contact stated that while driving approximately 80 MPH, the power steering assist failed. The contact also mentioned that the steering wheel became difficult to turn and the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted after multiple attempts. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Jul 16, 2010 · Fuel system · 120,000 miles · OR · fire · 1 injury

Suv stalled fuel vapors filled inside SUV smoke then filled inside,we got out lifted hood a fire was starting on driver side near wall, my son and I stood back fire was dropping from the engine we got away from the vehicle it exploded 3 x. I received lung life long lung damage, the incident had never occurred before,the vehicle was not salvageable.

Filed Oct 16, 2009 · Electrical · 182,153 miles · CA

1999 ford expedition. Suv has been random electrical anomalies over the past month from today. Gauges, interior fans, and lights would stay on when the ignition would bee in the off position and key removed. Upon inspection from a local ford dealership service department, it has been noted from them that corrosion of the general electrical module and fuse box are the cause, most likely from a water leak from the front windshield. Improper information from dash consoles can lead to stalls on roadways or improper driving due to improper information received from the instrument panel. In my case, it is limited to battery drain, improper fuel readings, windshield wiper failure, and failure to start. In the end it is mainly a resemblance to odi complaint ea05-015.

Filed Sep 10, 2009 · Engine · 60,000 miles · NC

Tl*- the contact owns a 1999 ford expedition. The contact stated that intermittently the vehicle stalls without any prior warnings. In 2004, a technician concluded that the engine compressor strips the spark plug thread, which causes the plugs to eject. He then replaced the engine head, and ECM at an expense of $2,200.00. The failure resurfaced so he took the vehicle back to a repair facility.a mechanic replaced the spark plug wires with a special thread, at an expense of $1,600.00. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 60,000. The current mileage was 125,000. The vehicle identification number was unavailable.

Filed Aug 27, 2006 · Engine · 88,000 miles · VA

1999 ford expedition, 88k miles, spark plug ejected from passenger side of engine. This occurred in heavy traffic while in left lane of smoketown road in prince william county, virginia. The vehicle stalled after I let off the gas pedal right after a loud bang and popping sound was heard in engine. I was able to restart vehicle, but had to keep the RPM's up to keep from stalling. After cutting off several cars in center and right lane, the vehicle was pulled into a parking lot on right side of road. I detected a strong smell of gasoline present when hood was raised. Not once did the "check engine" light come on; unlike all the other times it came on when nothing was wrong with the truck. The vehicle was towed to a ford dealer and a $3400 head replacement performed because head was ruined by stripped spark plug ejecting. Upon checking internet, I found that this is an ongoing increasing problem. It appears that an inquiry done by your agency concluded in january of 2006 that this is a rarely occurring incident of little to no danger. I beg to differ. A simple google query will show thousands if not tens of thousands of complaints regarding ford triton engine spark plug problems posted on various message boards. It is a matter of time before someone gets hurt or killed either directly or indirectly from this obvious problem. I'm just glad I was alone driving and not my wife and children. My wife would have remained in the stalled vehicle while sitting in the passing lane. Considering the enormous number of potentially affected vehicle this issue involves, I will also be bringing this matter to the attention of every elected official I can send an email to.

Filed Jun 17, 2006 · Engine · 73,000 miles · WI

For the second time in 6 months I had an engine spark plug ejection in my 1999 expedition. The spark plug detached from the cylinder and was ejected from the engine. I heard a loud pop while driving, the vehicle followed by a loud, repetitive clicking or popping sound. I also lost some power while driving, the vehicle did not stall. I did smell gas when the incident occurred. I was able to slowly drive the vehicle to the repair shop.

Filed Jun 3, 2006 · Electrical · 96,540 miles · AL

1999 ford expedition 5.4 liter v8 eddie bauer - vehicle odometer began to fail intermittently, then radio, then random dash lights, I.e. 4x4 - even after car turned off. All of the above and then some went haywire and car stalled out. Got to safe place w/out power steering, brakes, etc. Took to mechanic and had alternator replaced. After 3 days same event occurred. Mechanic replaced alternator again and battery - said battery was problem now. After 3 days event has begun to recur. Co-worker has 2000 model and is experiencing same problems. No info on recall but internet reveals several similar complaints.

Filed Jan 3, 2005 · Engine · MI

Engine tends to stall, and unable to start when it rains. Occasionally, engine turns on and off on its own. Consumer will contact manufacturer.

Filed Feb 19, 2004 · Electrical · 65,000 miles · IL

The vehicle stalled without warning. The consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The mechanic informed the consumer that the spark plugs blew out causing the engine to fail. *ak

Filed May 2, 2003 · Electrical · CA

While driving the vehicle stalled without warning. It was later determined that the vehicle spark plugs were defective.

Filed Oct 30, 2002 · Engine · CA

While driving approx 70mph w/cruise control engaged, the engine's head gasket "blew" causing the vehicle to stall. Ts