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1999 Ford Expedition visibility problems

123 complaints (13% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 60,000.

owner complaints
123
of this car's complaints
13%
typical mileage
60,000
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Rearview mirrors/devices: exterior
    47
  • Windshield wiper/washer
    33
  • Rearview mirrors/devices
    13
  • Windshield
    9
  • Windshield wiper/washer: motor
    7
  • Rear window wiper/washer: motor
    3
  • Glass, side/rear
    3
  • Power window devices and controls
    2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Ford Expedition visibility problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 1999 Ford Expedition visibility

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Wipers 64

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1999 Ford Expedition owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 2, 2015 · Electrical, Visibility · MS

Changed heater core in the front along with the blend door heat lasted for up to 3 days and got nothing but cold air in the front of my truck blowing out still have heat in the back this is crazy it is to cold for this and I spent my last on fixing my heat to only result in it going back out three days later people are telling me it might be the heater box motor I just want heat I'm tired of shivering while I drive .

Filed Jul 18, 2014 · Electrical, Visibility · 99,084 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford expedition. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The dealer stated that the fuse box and gem module multi-function failed due to a water leak from the windshield. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The failure mileage was 99,084.

Filed Dec 30, 2011 · Visibility · NE

My sideveiw mirrors keep losing the reflective mirror. I have replaced them before and after a while the new mirrors do the same thing over time.

Filed Apr 12, 2010 · Electrical, Visibility · OR

Our battery died because the air fan inside the car would not shut off. Once I got car jump started noticed that many electrical devices were either not working or turning on and off by themselves. These problems continued after I replaced battery. I took it to the dealership and was told that the windshield in 1999 ford expedition leaked causing electrical shortages in most electrical components in the car. And would cost $1000.00 to fix and the windshield would need to be replaced for another $200.00. After researching this I have found that this is a well known problem in this model but no recall has been established.

Filed Oct 5, 2009 · Electrical, Visibility · 113,000 miles · MN

1999 ford expedition windshield leaks and shorts out electrical system. Happens when unattended often and turns on lights and other systems so battery goes dead. Had ford dealer repair one year ago and problem has returned.

Filed May 18, 2009 · Electrical, Visibility · 80,000 miles · IN

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford expedition. The contact stated that she previously experienced failures with the battery losing power and the vehicle shutting off without warning. The battery was replaced three times, but the failure was not corrected. On may 16, 2009, while driving approximately 30 MPH, the battery lost power and the windshield wiper washer released fluid. Within seconds, the vehicle shut off. The dealer stated that the gem module was corroded. The manufacturer filed report number 0481541389 and stated that there was no recall; therefore, they would not assist. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 80,000 and current mileage was 130,000.

Filed Sep 4, 2008 · Electrical, Visibility · 84,942 miles · MI

It started off with a beeping, that happened once and a while. I also noticed when the defroster was turned on black dust like stuff would blow out. Then one day my husband and I heard the expedition trying to start. No keys in the ignition, no one in the truck! My husband had to disable the battery to get it to stop. We were going to take it to the ford dealer,but when we started it, it continued to try and turn over. Therefore my husband had to disconnect the battery again and we had to pay for a truck hauler to take it to the ford dealer. While at the dealer we told them it couldn't be started, because of it trying to turn over, but apparently they did let it run and now we have starter problems. Also they had the windshield seal replaced, but it still leaks. We will be taking it back to them to have their repairs repaired. It's a shame, I was so proud of my SUV, now I just don't know.

Filed Jan 11, 2008 · Visibility · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford expedition. The rear view mirrors on the passenger and driver doors have deteriorated. The contact has poor visibility when driving in oncoming and incoming traffic. He has not yet notified the manufacturer to report the defect. He took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that he would need to notify the manufacturer. The current mileage was 79,000 and the failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Jan 15, 2007 · Visibility · 90,000 miles · TX

The reflective material for the door mirrors fails on 1999 ford expeditions.

Filed Jan 9, 2007 · Electrical, Transmission · 60,000 miles · CA

I have a 1999 ford expedition eddie bauer 4x4 that has all the symptoms of your investigation #ea05015. I took my vehicle in while it was still under warranty and I was denied a claim for them to fix it at my local dealer because they said that the cause was due to moisture and it was not covered by under warranty. This sounded to me to be a manufacturing defect and felt it should have been fixed by them. During that time I had to replace my transmission and transfer case which are controlled in some way by the gem module so I am told. I have not been able to fix the gem and fuse box to this date due to the high cost that was presented to me. I am not certain of the actual date this took place but it was identified while the vehicle was still under warranty.

Questions about the 1999 Ford Expedition visibility

Does the 1999 Ford Expedition have visibility problems?

Owners have filed 123 complaints about the visibility of the 1999 Ford Expedition, 13% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1999 Ford Expedition visibility problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 60,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Ford Expedition visibility?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Ford Expedition have the most visibility problems?

The Ford Expedition model years with the most visibility complaints are 1999 (123 complaints), 2000 (72 complaints) and 1998 (61 complaints).

Other 1999 Ford Expedition problems

Engine 274Tires 184Electrical 117Transmission 67Acceleration 59Suspension 52Brakes 36Steering 32Fuel system 27Body 20Airbags 19Wheels 17Lights 8Seat belts 8Locks 2

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