2001 Ford Expedition: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Dec 15, 2010 · Electrical · 85,000 miles · VA

In the last 6 months, I have noticed that when it rains, my blower motor will run on high-speed and my lights will flicker after I turn the vehicle off. At first it would stop after a few seconds, however this last time, it ran for about 10 minutes and finally shut off. I called ford motor co to inquire about a recall. They have no record nor keep any data on anything . So I called the local dealer and they were 'familiar' with my problem and had a 'few' fixed. Well, after doing some research on the internet, it turns out there's more than just a 'few' incidents.. There are several!!! The problem appears too start with a water leak in the windshield, going to the fuse box and gemodule which in turn sends electrical currents to the ABS module which cause all sorts of problems. This is a ford manufacturers defect.

Filed Dec 2, 2008 · Electrical · 91,000 miles · SC

On the morning of 12/1/08 my 2001 ford expedition would not start, battery was dead. I jumped it off and drove it to the dealer. The AC fan and radio remained on even with the key out of the ignition. I have also learned the ABS system could be affected. Also; due to the electrical system shorting out there is the potential for fire. It has been determined that the windshield leaked water onto the fuse box/gem. Ford issues a special service message #15773, in april of 2002. I bought this expedition from b&b ford at barnwell, sc 29812, 803‑259‑5524 on 2/21/2004. No one mentioned the ssm to me. Now my vehicle is sitting in the middle of the dealership with the under wheel dash removed. They are telling me the it will be over $600.00 for the repair. This includes resealing the windshield, replacing the fuse box and gem. I feel that I have been driving in a vehicle that is poised to cause my family harm or death. Purchasing from a dealer one would have to agree that these issues should be resolved before the vehicle was sold to me. Once again, I was never made aware of any issues now a possible $600.00 plus bill. They ordered the parts today. This is definitely a ford problem not an ed problem. How many others are riding around in these time bombs? Thanks for your time. Ed corley

Filed Feb 29, 2008 · Body, Electrical · 94,000 miles · TX

In the last few months, I have noticed that when it rains, my blower motor will run on high-speed and my lights will flicker after I turn the vehicle off. At first it would stop after a few seconds, however this last time, it ran for about 10 minutes and finally shut off. I have a co-worker who has the exact same expedition and asked him if he's had this happen too him, which he stated yes and has been going on for around 6 months. I called ford motor co to inquire about a recall, since this is very unique in nature, and (of course) they have no record nor keep any data on anything (according too the rep). Not quite sure what their job is! So I called the local dealer and they were 'familiar' with my problem and had a 'few' fixed. Well, after doing some research on the internet, it turns out there's more than just a 'few' incidents.. There are several!!! The problem appears too start with a water leak in the windshield, going to the fuse box and gemodule which in turn sends electrical currents to the ABS module which cause all sorts of problems. Now if this isn't a ford manufacturers defect versus normal wear and tear, than I guess my college education means nothing. From my research and the local dealers quote, the cost of this repair starts a $1000.00.!! As of today, I have not fixed it, I'm deciding it I want to get a diff vehicle.

Filed Jan 22, 2008 · Brakes, Electrical · 80,000 miles · LA

After rain or heavy fog we experienced many electrical issues on our 01 expedition incl. Horn not working normal,front & rear wipers not working or coming on by themselves,door locks locking/unlocking while driving, interior & exterior lights not working,alarm system going off while SUV was being driven,fan blower on after SUV was turned off, radio working intermittently, etc. The latest occurred 1/16/08 after heavy rains the prior night. Suv wouldn't start in the morning and had to be jumped. It was driven that day with only issue being interior lights coming on themselves. On 1/17/08 SUV wouldn't turn over and again was jumped. There was clicking noise from engine compartment that seemed to be coming from kelsey hayes black box. We immediately took SUV to dealership and asked for tech to witness issue. Tech confirmed noise coming from the k-h ABS module, said problem was probably due to windshield leak into fuse box & gem module which was sending current to ABS module and also causing interior lights to turn on/off by themselves. On 1/18/08 dealership said tech did pressure test on windshield and it leaked and needed to be resealed. Fuse box and gem module would also need replaced. Since problems were caused by water leak ford ext.warranty won't cover repairs. I spoke to srv mgr,who said he would call zone mgr.and get back to me. I called ford customer relations (crc) to document issues. Called dealership on 1/21/08 and srv. Mgr. Said zone mgr. Said nothing could be done to resolve situation and we were responsible for repairs. Due to ongoing electric issues with SUV we fear other safety features may malfunction compromising our safety. Ford issued ssm 15773 on 4/05/02 to dealerships addressing unusual electrical issues after rain or snow resulting from a windshield water leak. The ssm included actions to be taken in that situation. Our vehicle was back to dealership many times after release of ssm for electrical issues and ssm work was never done.

Filed Nov 26, 2007 · Electrical · PA

Unwanted electrical activity. The blower motor comes on (sometimes) when the ignition is turned off. Also heard a clicking sound under the hood, may be the ABS. Will not start as battery is low.

Filed Nov 3, 2007 · Electrical · NC

Every time it rains, my car won't start, front dash lights will turn on automatically, wipers won't work, radio won't work, ABS and theft light comes on, it has smoked and sometimes smells like an electrical fire. Water pools in the front left of my dash, it is completely rusted underneath my dash on the left side.

Filed Dec 30, 2005 · MI

On 3 occasions this year,2005 ( july, november and december) when humidity is really high, and/or snow would cover my 2001 ford expedition, I would have unexplainable electrical problems. Either my headlight won't shut off, the blower would not shut when turning engine off, power windows wont work, seated heat won't work, ABS light would turn on. An unusual ticking sound under the steering wheel could be heard intermittently. After a day or two, the problem seem to self resolve. This then makes it difficult because the ford dealers aren't able to help me if the problem was resolved. The most recent incident in december was the most frustrating. I consulted 3 ford dealers and non of them would fix it for me. I have 78,000 miles on my truck and I did buy the premium extended warranty up to 100,000. The dealer said, we won't fix your problem because leaks is not covered in your warranty and that is the cause of your problem. I even pointed out to the dealers that I read on the federal safety agency web site that this was not as uncommon as what I thought it was ( referring to nvs-212cag ea05-015). None of them would help me without me paying at least $600 just to check the truck ,because they said it required opening the dash board.

Filed Aug 27, 2005 · Acceleration · 63,927 miles · SC · fire

(1)wouldn't shift out of park, due to blowing fuses; had to constantly replace #15 fuse-took to a ford dealer in spartanburg, sc and in myrtle beach, sc, where the problem was not resolved at either place (2)speed control deactivation control device caught on fire, burning components around it (3)vehicle was towed to local ford dealership; replaced master cylinder, pig tail, brake pres. Switch, ABS cont. Unit.

Filed Dec 29, 2004 · Electrical · 41,000 miles · NY

Windshield wipers failed to work when SUV in drive;when lights on;4x4, wiper and ABS indicator on dash flashing on and off. Radio shutting off when vehicle put in drive. Pw not working when vehicle in drive. 11/20/04 was first occurrence. Happened approx. 8 times between then and 12/23/2004.

Filed Jul 3, 2002 · Brakes · CA

Consumer states at 15mph the spare tire located under the vehicle fell onto the ground and could have cause an accident. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.*jbthe tire carrier was replaced. Consumer stated that the ABS light intermittently illuminates. Technician found that the front sensor wiggles and there was damage to the rotor due to it being frozen on the hub. All were replaced.