2000 Ford Expedition: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Apr 16, 2015 · Brakes · 178,000 miles · NC

Anti-lock brake system activated while driving on interstate with cruise control set at 65 MPH, causing uncontrolled stop in moving traffic without warning. Never had any previous problems with ABS system. The ABS warning light was not on (and is still not on). Ford's customer relations center suggested I take my vehicle to a ford dealership for to determine the cause of this problem. They also said there are no warranties, recalls or programs that would provide coverage for this critical safety issue with the ABS system. Before I do anything else to my vehicle I wanted to notify the federal safety agency first.

Filed Jan 10, 2015 · Acceleration · 161,000 miles · IN

While I pulled in a parking lot after freeway driving the throttle sticks. This only happens in lot temperatures. This makes the vehicle unsafe to drive. You have to push the brake extremely hard to stop and the moment you remove your foot from the brake the vehicle speeds up. When this happens on snow cover roads the ABS kicks in. When the ABS releases the brakes the vehicle jerks forward 2 to 3 feet. This is a major safety issue making the vehicle unsafe to drive. Ford has issues a tsb on the problem (tsb 01-21-5) suggesting a pvc repair kit. The problem is not being caused by a defective part, it is a defective design allowing moisture to enter the system from the pcv and ice up the throttle plate. This needs to be a recall.

Filed Jan 22, 2010 · Electrical · 202,000 miles · SC

I have a 2000 ford expedition xlt and went to unlock it this morning with the keyless entry remote, the radio came on along with the ABS, airbag, service engine soon lights came on and wouldn't go off. The radio is still on right now. I looked on the internet to see if anyone had the same episode and much to my surprise, there are many problems with the 98' - 02' model expeditions. We recently had alot of rain and I think that is where the problem is coming from. I'm just glad I had another vehicle to drive today.

Filed Jan 7, 2010 · Electrical · 112,000 miles · NJ

I own a 2000 ford expedition. I am have continuing electrical problems. Initially, about 1 month after purchasing my vehicle, whenever it rained my electrical system would go haywire. The 4x4 lights would blink on and several other warnings lights including a clicking noise. I would take my key out of the ignition and the blower motor would continue to blow without the key in. When driving the radio, odometer and clock would go on and off at random times. I was told the windshield was leaking into the gem module and fuse box and I had to have a new windshield put in as well as the gem module replaced. I did this and the truck was okay for a few months. More electrical problems involving the ABS light on the dash, the 4x4 light, the battery light as well as the battery control showing low. The blower continues to turn on when the key is removed as well as the running board lights remaining on. I have had to disconnect and replace the battery several times. I am concerned this is a safety issue first and foremost because of the ABS light as well as fire hazard. Ford has refused to address these continual electrical problems.

Filed Jan 12, 2009 · Brakes, Electrical · 120,000 miles · MI · crash

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford expedition. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle began to vibrate and the ABS indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. Immediately following, the odometer, heat, and radio became inoperable and the vehicle began idling loudly. Upon entering her driveway, the vehicle stalled. The brake pedal was depressed, but there was no reaction. The contact rear ended another vehicle in the driveway. The vehicle did not sustain any damages; however, the vehicle that was rear ended sustained damage to the rear bumper. There were no injuries or a police report. The vehicle was towed to a local repair shop and the mechanic stated that water entered through the windshield and drained into the fuse box, which damaged the g.e.m module. The dealer was not notified. The manufacturer stated that they were not liable for the repairs. The current and failure mileages were 120,000.

Filed Dec 24, 2008 · Electrical · 999,467 miles · OH

First the blower would turn on high after the key was turned off. Then the dash warning light would flash on and off along with relays. The the ABS relays would click on and off after key has been turned off. The wipers would stop will the vehicle was running. Now when the key is turned off and removed the car is still in the start position,radio,fuel inj.,heater,wipers. All stay on. The only way to keep battery from dying is to disconnect the negv. Post. Then the theft light flashes sometimes when battery is re-connected causing the car not to start. I have checked and replaced many relays. I am at a loss,what can I do?

Filed Jan 23, 2007 · Electrical · 112,000 miles · MO

I took our 2000 ford expedition (eddie bauer ed.) into joplin ford lincoln mercury because of various electrical abnormalities. Including but not limited to: wipers stopping while driving(1-20-07). I had the dealership run computer diagnostics to tell me what the source of the problems was. I was informed that "wds performed diagnostic tests found central junction box, and gem module causing concern, water intrusion caused by leaking windshield." total estimate to repair between $885 and $948 (depending on whether windshield could be reused). I declined to have repairs made (couldn't afford it) but pre-paid ($503.04 for parts and diagnostics) so that I could do the work myself. It was during an internet search for "gem module" that I happened upon this (the federal safety agency) website. I've read all of the complaints (expedition electrical problems) and realized that mine is not an isolated case, but quite common. I went on to read ( ea05015) by the odi and documents. Unless they were not published, there are several flaws in the report. 1. Is it possible that wipers failing is not widespread; but, the result of faulty production at one plant? The report I saw doesn't indicate that any discernment was attempted in this regard. 2. The leak was in the upper left corner of the windshield behind the support column. It was out of sight, contrary to ford's ascertion. 3. Odi's rational for not recommending a recall is that not enough percentage could be established as a result of service records and customer complaints to nhsta. It would be interesting to contact some of the owners that had gem problems and leaks; and ask them if they had their wipers stop... Because, though I reported the wipers to the service manager, what was shown on the repair order is, "...a c/s the blower fan runs on high when the key is shut off. Heard clicking noise from the ABS when the veh is shut off..." maybe just a mistake, maybe not.

Filed May 31, 2006 · Airbags, Electrical · 27,000 miles · TN

Special message #15773 these problems have existed for years. And although I have taken my vehicle in to have correct these problems, at no time did any service personnel reference the above message, or fix my vehicle in accordance with prescribed guidelines. The following is a summary of the services performed on my vehicle that are a direct result of this problem. I will be more than happy to provide copies of these documented services upon request.*dec 2000: my husband and I purchased our vehicle in washington with 13,000 miles on it while on christmas leave from germany, and our truck sat in storage until our return in sep 2001. We then drove our vehicle from california to our new duty station at fort belvoir, virginia.*jan 2002: we had issues with the electrical and transmission modular. We took the vehicle to the world of ford dealership in arlington, virginia. They replaced the power train control modular, airbag light, and the check engine light, and reprogrammed the gem modular. The odometer reading at this time was 26,795 miles. Fortunately, the vehicle was still under warranty.*jul 2002: I took the truck back to world of ford in arlington, virginia for the following problems: transmission slipping, check engine light, airbag lights, and ABS lights. Ford said they could not duplicate problems. The vehicle was still covered under warranty with an odometer reading of 30,481 miles. Again, although the ford special message had been released in april of 2002, at no time was it mentioned to me as a possible source for these problems.*sep 2004: I went back to world of ford with the same problems mentioned above, plus the trip meter/odometer was blinking in and out. They replaced the LED and electrical connections under the driver seat, and fixed the lights on the dash.

Filed May 23, 2006 · Airbags, Brakes · 48,000 miles · PA · crash · 1 injury

2000 expedition horn failed. *ts when the horn failed to operate an accident occurred and the air bags failed to deploy. On a previous occasion, the consumer experienced problems with the cruise control and the ABS. The consumer stated the cruise control has been replaced 4 times and the horn was replaced 3 times. The consumer believed the continued failures of the ABS and horn were due to an electrical short in the wiring.

Filed Aug 31, 2005 · Acceleration · 100,000 miles · MI · fire

Dt: consumer went on vacation to return home and find that their ford expedition had burned, the engine compartment was completely gone and the inside was gutted. Fire department stated that the fire started in the front engine area. There were no indication whatsoever that anything was wrong with this vehicle. The vehicle had regular multi-point inspections. Later consumer finds that ford has had problems (per channel 7 local news) with cruise control issues. After this happened, ford was notified, but wouldn't talk to consumer. *tt the ABS light illuminated, the dealer replaced the ABS sensor. A worn idler arm caused noise and vibration in the front end. The check engine light illuminated.

Filed Jul 11, 2005 · Electrical · 50,000 miles · KY · 1 injury

In spring of 2004 the owner of a 2000 ford expedition VIN. No. [xxx]. Upon opening the hood of the vehicle, the components surrounding the cruise control component and several other components including the ABS module were so hot that the driver of the vehicle received minor burns disconnecting the ruptured part of the ABS system. The vehicle had been idle and turned off for approximately one (1) hour when the event occurred. Upon the vehicle being started the next day, the horn would not work, the ABS system light was illuminated and the cruise control would not engage. In april 2004, the cruise control switch was replaced. In late may, the cruise control switch was still inoperative after replacement. On june 14,2005 the complaints called ford with the additional information that the vehicle was continuing to short out in various ways including placing the vehicle in the drive position and a new problem of the radio system would malfunction. When placed back in park,the radio was re-activate. Vehicle was examined by parker ford and they advised the horn circuit had been overloaded and a fuse blown in the horn module. They also advised the ABS module and pump were in need of replacement. The complainant believes this vehicle represents a continuing fire hazard and that the damaged component failures, all of which occurred at the same time were directly related to the defective cruise control switch. Complainant believes that additional vehicles may be at risk due to similar overloads on the electrical systems. Vehicle has never been wrecked, submerged in water or altered in anyway from the original factory design.complainant has 24 years prior law enforcement experience. Vehicle history is also well known to current kentucky state trooper. Request the federal safety agency in depth review of potential for continuing problems and collateral failures of other components associated with speed control switch. *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Jun 20, 2005 · Acceleration, Electrical · 200,000 miles · MS · fire

Dt: a week ago the alternator light and ABS light began to flash while the vehicle was being driven. It then died, this happed on thursday. The alternator was draining the battery. The battery has been replaced twice since thursday. The vehicle caught on fire two weeks ago while being driven. The fire was put out by the owner. The vehicle was repaired by the dealer under recall for the cruise control. The vehicle is now in the dealership service department. Dealer is now trying to determine the root of the battery and alternator problem. The owner feels this may be linked to the original cruise control recall.