2001 Ford Expedition acceleration problems

Filed Sep 2, 2026 · Acceleration, Brakes · CA · fire

THe component was the speed control deactivation switch Manufacturer Recall Number 05S28 the federal safety agency Recall Number05V017000 Recall Status Recall Incomplete. It is unknown if the part is available for inspection but the vehicle is. The fire occurred while driving and left me stranded on the side of the road with five dogs, 2 hours away from home with no way of getting back. I had to find a hotel that allowed pets which was expensive and have been in said hotel starting August 25 through today, September 2. We are paid until tomorrow and I have exhausted all funds and resources. We will be without food, shelter, or teransportation. Yes the problemhas been confirmed by Santa Monica Lincoln Ford Dealership. The mechanic liason is Art Albrandt and can be reached at [XXX]. The vehicle has not been inspected by anyone other than the mechanics at thew Ford Dealership No there was no warning prior to the incident. The vehicle was running just fine. ZThe vehicle caught fire en route to Los Angeles frim San Bernardino County. AAA came and towed the vehicle to a friend's house because it was very late, and towed to the dealership the following morning. I found the nearest pet friendly hotel because I had no way to transport my animals any distance. I waited two days before being told that a part that was needed was discontinuerd, and they would have to find it at a pick a part over the weekend. At this point I had exhaiusted all of my financial resources and had to borrow funds to keep us housed. That following monday I was toild that the problem, specifically the part, that was related to the recall had been fixed however the vehicle still did not run and because it was so old they did not have the equipment to further diagnose it and referred us to a nearby mechanic who could help us. So far we have been referred to 4 mechanics and none are willing to even look at it. I filed a complaint with Ford, case number [XXX]. I explained that the recg INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FO

Filed Aug 31, 2022 · Acceleration, Transmission · CA · crash · 2 injuries

I gave a friend a ride to Wal mart in my 2001 Expedition to buy some power steering fluid, luckily I parked over by the automotive section. I turned it off and waited in vehicle till he returned, about 7 or 8 minutes. I started the engine, grabbed the brake and dropped it in reverse when engine revved sending us backwards completely out of control with both feet on the brakes, spinning rear wheels and I turned ignition key off as quick as possible but violently slammed into a truck semitrailer only, parked alongside Wal mart tire shop. Completely totalled out the entire rear passenger liftback, taillights, tailgate, rear hatch window, left rear luever window, left tailpipe, tow hitch package and rear bumper. With only min. coverage, I'm now w/o a vehicle after completely replacing entire front and rear suspension, steering and tires plus alignment less than 6 months prior, with 275000 miles. Thank you very much Ford Motor Co. This was NOT an issue of driver error !.. I WILL find a way to legally hold you responsible for my loss, making FORD liable for repairing or replacing my vehicle ! This happened on Aug 29th, 2022 approx. 4pm at Wal mart property, in Ukiah, CA. 95482

Filed Aug 17, 2020 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 214,800 miles · CA

My vehicle year,make,and model has multiple manufacturer recalls pertaining to my specific vehicles VIN number. I have 0 unrepaired recalls that have not been assessed and has had zero components replaced under recalls for specific components. Each and every recalled components associated with my vehicles year, make, and model pertaining to my vehicles VIN number are a safety risk at fault and any problems create unsafe conditions for operation of vehicle on the road. My assessment of my vehicles safety risk is high due to the 0 unrepaired recalls my vehicle has not been replaced with new components to avoid these safety risks from component failure.

Filed Mar 26, 2020 · Acceleration · 110,000 miles · CA · fire

Tl* the contact owned a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that while his vehicle was parked in his apartment complex, his vehicle suddenly caught fire without warning. The contact stated that he had heard a loud boom from inside which prompted him to check on his vehicle. The contact immediately called 911 as the fire spread to other vehicles in the parking lot. The fire department was able to extinguish, a total of four vehicles were completely burned to the ground. The fire marshals were also called and a report was filed. All vehicles involved in the fire remained at the apartment complex parking lot. No injuries were reported as a result of the fire. The manufacturer nor the dealer had been notified of the failure. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that his vehicle had been placed under recall for the federal safety agency recall number: 05v017000 (vehicle speed control) but was unaware that there was ever a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Sep 1, 2017 · Acceleration, Electrical · 260,000 miles · NM

Fuses blowing as soon as put in box. Smoke coming from cruise control switch

Filed Aug 29, 2016 · Acceleration, Engine · TX · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. After starting the vehicle, the contact smelled a burning odor under the hood. The contact looked under the hood and noticed that the engine compartment was on fire. The contact extinguished the fire. A fire report was not filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 05v017000 (vehicle speed control) after the fire, but the dealer denied the repair. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Mar 28, 2016 · Acceleration · 200,000 miles · NC · fire

While my two year old daughter and I were sitting in the vehicle (vehicle was off) a passerby knocked on the window informing me that my car was on fire. I exited the vehicle and found flames coming from under hood and below the car. Come to find out there was a recall on the vehicle for a faulty speed control switch known to catch fire and even though I had recently had the car in for service at a ford dealership, it was not addressed or taken care of before this fire. Totally negligent! We could have burned up in the car without any warning.

Filed Apr 21, 2014 · Acceleration · 147,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that there was a sudden increase of engine rpms and the vehicle lunge forward as the brakes were applied. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 147,000 and the current mileage was 189,000.

Filed Apr 8, 2014 · Acceleration · 150,000 miles · NJ · fire

Happen on 04-02-2014 vehicle was parked and just ignited on fire.

Filed Jan 27, 2014 · Acceleration, Brakes · 110,000 miles · OH · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 MPH and applying the brakes, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The contact stated that no injuries were reported and a police report was not field. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 110,000.