Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that while in reverse with his foot on the brakes, the engine rpms increased as the vehicle accelerated independently. The contact crashed into four different vehicles. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact stated sustained bruises to the back and legs and a police report was filed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000. Updated 2/11/14
2001 Ford Expedition acceleration complaints
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I am having various electrical issues ranging from check engine light going on periodically with codes not stored when checked, on, dome light in the car not turn on when driver door opened, radio not working when key is in on position, dash lights go off intermittently. One night during a very heavy rain storm the alarm went off and we were unable to disable for over 30 mins. Had to remove the battery for the beeping to stop. When we checked the next day, inside the vehicle was a puddle of water on the dashboard & droplets were coming from the top drivers side of the windshield. Also noticed that water was streaming down from inside a handle on the frame by side of the windshield on driver side. Unaware of global windshield/seal issues with ford we proceeded to have the windshield replaced. At the time we were unaware of any additional damage. Shortly after while driving we began to experience various episodes of the car revving itself up, as if it was in control of its own speed, making it difficult to control the car. During these episodes of acceleration the car temperature & oil gauges registered at overheated levels & many times the dash lights would go off. In this case I pulled over and turned the car off. After a couple of minutes when I turned the car on, the car was back to normal as if nothing had happened. Typically when this happened although the check engine light was lit, when I took the car in to be serviced by the dealer I was told no error codes were stored in the vehicle. This vehicle continues to self accelerate and rev up intermittently. At present I need to have the car smogged for renewal but the vehicle system readiness test register incomplete and there are no faulty codes listed. I have read that various owners experience these conditions which has been caused by water leak into the fuse box and the gem due to the windshield seal failure.
Vehicle was havin jerkin issues and check engine light was on, took to shop and it was about to blow out the spark plug, I was lucky and caught it and got it replaced but I have done research and seen that many others haven't been and that this is an ongoing issue. My next problem was acceleration, the gas pedal accelerated and cause me to crash into another vehicle and the vehicle fled the scene, there was no major injuries but 4 kids were in the vehicle and are now scared to even ride with me. Mental stress is a major injury in my concern cause it hurts my heart to know my own children are scared that I wont protect them. My third problem is that just yesterday we parked on the side of the side of the road and the vehicle died and wont start, talked to mechanics and they say 01 fords have this problem, we now have a broke down vehicle and not too sure what the defect has caused more problems to be worse. Due to the defect now the starter solenoid is out and we are unsure if possibly even the fuel pump. Ford knows of all these complaints from other owners and has done nothing. Just in my family I have 2 others that have the same vehicle and have had the same problems, why is it that ford is not doing anything about these defects that can cause major accidents and injuries???
Slowing for a light, truck lunged forward while placing foot on brake. Repeated situation on wed 05/30/12 while sitting at a drive thru, almost hit car in front of me.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. While stopped at a traffic stop, the vehicle suddenly lunged forward while the contact depressed the brakes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics. The technicians were unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 10,000. Updated 04/06/12*lj the consumer stated the sudden acceleration happened several times. 04/16/12
Tl* the contact owned a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that the vehicle was shut off for an extended period of time, when the vehicle caught on fire and burned to the ground. The fire department appeared on the scene and extinguished the flames. The contact was informed that the fire originated at the speed control switch. The vehicle was destroyed and towed home. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileages were 93,000.
I was backing into my barn to hook up my boat, all of a sudden the engine revved up to max reves and in a matter of seconds had bounced off the boat side , damaging the boat and continued on to tear out a wall in my barn. Not knowing the extent of the damage I applied the brake and shifted into drive. The vehicle engine continued to rev at max speed tore down my drive hit my neighbors drive and it flipped over and took a 4 inch tree out by the roots. It landed on its top with me in it. The vehicle was totaled. This all happened so quickly I had no time to respond as I was being bounced around in the truck. Just glad this did not happen on the highway as someone could be killed.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that the vehicle englufed into flames with out any warning. The contact also stated that the front end of the vehicle was completely burnt. The fire department was notified and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 97,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that vehicle caught on fire while parked. Prior to the fire, she noticed a burning smell when she activated the cruise control function. The fire department was notified of the failure and was called to extinguish the fire. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The current and failure mileage was 200,000. A police report was not filed. The consumer also stated the driver's seat belt would become loose. Updated 09/28/11
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that the brake lights would illuminate without warning and the cruise control was inoperable. The vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 05v388000 (vehicle speed control) but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic for inspection but was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not provide any assistance. The failure mileage was unavailable and the current mileage was 180,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked and the cruise control switch caught fire. The fire was extinguished by the fire department and a fire report was filed. The fire department advised that the origin of the fire was the vehicle speed control. The vehicle was completely destroyed and would be towed by the insurance company. The dealer was not contacted and the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 117,000.
I have had my truck suddenly jump forward about 5ft after already being stopped for a little bit at a stop light. It has happened to me more then once and my foot is planted firmly on the brake pedal. It feels almost like you are being hit in the rear but there is no one there so what gives?
The cruise control switch in my 2001 ford expedition wasn't switched out by the previous owners and our truck caught fire in the drive way and burned up last month march 2011.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle and exiting, the vehicle then suddenly caught fire. No one was injured and the police and fire department were called to assist. A fire report was available. The vehicle was not towed and was waiting on an investigator to further inspect the vehicle for the cause of failure. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised them of the process of filing a claim. The contact stated that six years prior to the fire, she received notification of a recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 05v388000 (vehicle speed control) that could potentially cause a fire. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 135,000.
Tl-the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated the vehicle was parked in his garage for four days. The vehicle caught on fire starting from under the hood of the vehicle. The fire department was called and put the fire out and stated the fire started from the vehicle speed control switch. No one was injured. The vehicle was destroyed and the garage was damaged badly. The insurance company was contacted. The ford manufacturer was contacted and he was waiting on an answer from them. He also files a claim case# 0584960551. The failure mileage was 194,000...mw
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated the vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency recall campaign id number: 05v388000 (vehicle speed control). Since repairs, the contact stated the engine would exhibit an unusually high increase in rpms when utilizing the cruise control. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for repairs or a diagnostic of the failure. The failure mileage was 138,000 and the current mileage was 147,349.
Ford truck fires.. Ford expedition fire due to defective cruise control switch.
Leaking windshield causing different systems to act unpredictably. Currently AC blower fan circuit blown (fixed 4x), cruise control dead after intermittently working (high potential of fatality if acceleration out of control). Radio comes on an off. Check engine light on continuously. Numerous codes showing up even after deleting. This problem has been occurring for years ( at least 4 years). The windshield has to be replaced as per technician but I strongly feel that ford should just plug the leak for all the expeditions and navigators being affected by this. Others have had more serious problem - windows opening and closing automatically (no user action).
My ford 2001 expedition caught on fire on august 15, 2009 due to a manufacturer's defect with the switch control.
Tl*-the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. While the contact was driving approximately 10 MPH the vehicle accelerated and suddenly loss control which caused the vehicle to crash into a tree. The engine revved after the crash and the wheels continued to spin. The airbags deployed during the crash. The contact and front seat passenger sustained mild injuries. A police report was filed of the incident. Currently, the vehicle was parked at the residence driveway. The contact stated before an authorized dealer performed repairs an appraiser must inspect the vehicle. The failure and current mileages were 89,000. The VIN was not available.
On 02/13/10 at approximately 10:30 a.m., I was driving my 2001 ford expedition with the 5.4 liter v-8 down us highway 151 north of fond du lac, wisconsin. The throttle/accelerator stuck and the expedition accelerated to over 60 miles per hour. I applied the brakes to slow down to avoid an accident. The engine continued to race and the back tires spun on the ice and the front tires stopped as I came to a stop upon the ice. I turned the ignition off. After a few minutes, I started the 5.4 liter engine again. The engine raced again with rpms reaching over 5000 rpms. I quickly turned off the engine ignition again and opened the hood and checked for obstructions. No apparent obstructions. After a few moments, I started the engine again and the engine idled down to normal RPM. I had an adult passenger in the vehicle that witnessed the throttle/accelerator stick.
Parked vehicle at store and turned it off got out and went inside. Then someone came inside and said that a black SUV was on fire. Returned to car and hurried and opened the hood. Had a drink in the truck so got it and threw it on the fire got it put out and looked it had started at the master cylinder and cruise control sensor.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. The cruise control on the vehicle was inoperative. A fuse and the brake lights on the vehicle were replaced. Two weeks after the repair, and while the vehicle was parked for fifteen minutes, the vehicle caught on fire. The fire spread quickly and caused a nearby vehicle to also catch on fire. Both vehicles were destroyed. The manufacturer was notified, and she was advised that there was an open recall on the vehicle (see the federal safety agency campaign id number: 05v388000). They stated that they would further investigate the failure. The failure and current mileages were 175,000. Updated 01/08/10 *bf updated 01/12/10.
My 2001 ford expedition recently suffered a total loss engine fire -- according to the fire department's investigation, it was likely caused by a cruise control problem/malfunction that was due to faulty manufacturing by the ford motor company. The vehicle was turned-off and parked in the parking lot at my office at eglin air force base, florida when the fire started. After the fire, I learned that there was a recall for my ford truck because of this exact problem -- as a 20-year active duty military veteran, I was never notified by ford about this potential hazard. I thank god that this didn't occur in my garage where the truck was always parked -- my garage sits directly below the bedroom where my two young boys sleep. My expedition, which I bought new in 2001, was a total loss. It was in excellent condition until the day of the fire -- I reported the fire to my insurance company, usaa. Unfortunately, ford has not provided any assistance or support after this horrible and life-threatening incident.
My ford expedition 2001 is stuck in park position and the interior roof lights are dead along with everything else riding on that circuit. I called the dealer and they advise it's a defective brake release switch. I replaced the switch and that did not resolve my problem as the 5a fuse keeps popping. According to internet sources, other customers had this problem and it's affiliated with a ford recall # 05v380000 (vehicle speed control). I took the vehicle to the dealer this morning they replace the faulty component as instructed by the recall notice; however, the problem still exist. Further investigation pointed out that now, the cruise control servo and plug is what is causing the short in the electrical system. When I received the recall notice a few years ago the dealer the dealers resolution was to disconnect the working cruise control and now it become problematic perhaps from having an exposed plug creating a fire hazard. Ford motor company refuses to pay for the related damages resulting in a short in the electrical system thus resulting in a potential creating a fire hazard. The technician mentioned the switch was leaking and it appears my vehicle was about to catch on fire. Now they insist I should come out of pocket to pay over $850 to clean up the mess resulting from their design flaw and current recall. I called ford's consumer relation & customer service line 800‑392‑3673, note reference # 0342422649 and spoke with representatives emily, andrea and two supervisors barbara and joel. The dealer in this case mullinax ford also called to inform them of the relative concerns to seek authorization for repair and we were both declined. This is highly disappointing and unfair to the consumer, my check was good when I purchase the vehicle and all I ask is that they stand behind the product and accept ownership. My wife and two small children ride in this vehicle daily it just disgust me how they can hide behind the phone and claim no ownership.
My 2001 ford expedition erupted in flames at 3 am on may 29th, 2009. It had been parked for 12 hours in my driveway. I was never notified by ford about a recall, nor did my local dealership who serviced my expedition warn me of a recall. After arson and explosive detectives and departments examined my vehicle it was found to be a faulty cruise control switch. The vehicle was a total loss and only liability coverage was in effect.
2001 expedition caught on fire went to receive part completed on vehicle service were out of stock of parts. Due to ford not completing recall vehicle caught on fire.
My 2001 ford expedition caught fire due to the cruise control and burned our house to a total loss and all of out other automobiles were burned to a total loss also we lost everything.
My daughter was at hermann hospital in houston for brain and spine surgery. I drove my older daughter there at 9:00pm. At 4:00am I was awaken by security to inform me that my vehicle was burning in the parking garage. It is a 2001 ford expedition eddie bauer. The entire front end was consumed by the fire. Smoke, water, and debris ruined the contents inside the vehicle.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. After driving the vehicle for fifteen minutes, it caught fire in the contact's driveway approximately 20 minutes later. The contact received a vehicle speed control recall letter approximately two weeks after the fire occurred. The vehicle was destroyed and a police report was filed. The current and failure mileages were 130,000.
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