2001 Ford Expedition fuel system problems

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 Oct 23, 2013 · Fuel system · 180,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford expedition. The contact stated that upon inspection, the rear fame and the fuel tank straps were found to be corroded. The contact also mentioned that the brake lines were corroded. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that the frame had rotted and had to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 180,000.

Filed Jun 11, 2013 · Fuel system · 147,000 miles · VA

My chevy impala few months I filled up with gas all the way and when I go t on the interstate the fuel gauge went down from full to half full of gas . This is very dangerous because no mechanic knows what seems to be the problem and it is very dangerous because I really don't know how much gas I have in the car. It can turn to empty tank in 20 miles of distance . When I add up more gas to it turns back to full. I need a solution. I have a small children and one vehicle to travel from home to work. *tr ..tire complaint on 2001 ford expediton..*bf....updated 03/08/17 *bf spare tire fell down underneath the truck while driving.updated 07/17/17 *bf updated 07/19/2017

Filed Oct 16, 2012 · Acceleration, Engine · TX · crash

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???

Filed May 9, 2011 · Electrical, Fuel system · 80,000 miles · CA

Electrical: windshield leaking for a few years. First a small leak and did not think much about it. Now it seems to be greater leaks into the car when it rains- leading to electrical issues such as dash lights go out, blower stays on, fuel gauge does not read right. Radio sometimes will not work right and the lights go out. Fuel tank: issues from day one - floats did not work right, now gauge does not read right, one point I could not fill the car - mechanic did something to try and correct it. Hood/windshield leak: must be careful not to go to an automatic car wash. Water into the engine area. Must park at a certain angle during the rain. Coil packs go out.

Filed Dec 28, 2010 · Engine, Fuel system · 129,570 miles · TX

I have a 2001 ford expedition with approximately 130k miles. The spark plug in cylinder 4 blew out yesterday while my wife was driving down the highway. We discovered the cylinder head threads have been blown out also. I am unable to replace the spark plug without repair to the head.

Filed Oct 22, 2010 · Engine, Fuel system · 134,000 miles · IL

Ford 2001 expedition has a blown spark plug. The engine could have caught on fire while I drove the truck with the vapors pouring out of the plug spot (which flew out of the engine on to the road some where behind me). Ford knows this is an engine defect. Why are we not having a recall for this problem.

Filed Jul 15, 2010 · Engine, Fuel system · 145,000 miles · CA · fire

2001 ford expedition blows spark plugs, pieces break off fall into cylinder and damage engine. Fuel gases from open chamber have potential for fire.

Filed Feb 17, 2010 · Engine, Fuel system · 110,000 miles · CA

Blown out spark plug from 2001 ford expedition triton 4.6l engine during operation on a public road. The second spark plug on the passenger side blew out of the engine while it was being driven on the road. This made a loud "bang" sound as if a tire blew out. The loud sound continued like a loud exhaust leak and gasoline vapors were immediately present in the passenger compartment. The driver shut off the engine to prevent an engine fire after attempting to safely park on the side of the road while avoiding moving traffic. This required aggressive maneuvering to avoid moving traffic. The car is now awaiting repairs, which is est. At >$3,000. The mechanic reported that this is a very common problem on ford vehicles with the triton engine. I have never before seen a spark plug "blown" out of the socket like this. The plugs were replaced once at about 50k miles. The engine has about 110k miles today.

Filed Feb 16, 2010 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 110,000 miles · WI

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.