2002 ford expedition - cruise control stopped working approximately one month before engine caught on fire while car was parked, not running.
2002 Ford Expedition acceleration complaints
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Consumer received recall 99v062001 concerning cruise control cable. No parts were available.
Cruise control and horn failed. The dealer stated the cruise control cable wire overheated and fused together in the harness.
The vehicle continued to accelerate on its own. After numerous visits to the dealership. They were unable to duplicate the problem.
While vehicle was parked, a fire started under the hood. Vehicle was totaled. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Vehicle was parked and it caught on fire. Owner was notified by nephew that the vehicle was on fire. The fire department was notified, and extinguished the blaze. A report was taken, and the cause was determine dto be the ABS sensor and or the cruise control where the fire originated.
On at least 3 occasions when applying the brakes my 2002 expedition accelerated. One of these times I was at a complete stop and saw my rpms jump up to 2000.
Vehicle accelerates by itself while braking during stops. The speed of vehicle is about 2-5 MPH and the acceleration comes on without warning. Tachometer jumps to about 1500 RPM. This lasts for 2-3 seconds with engine speed returning to normal. This is an intermitant problem that I nor the dealer can duplicate. They are unable to find the cause. The first time this happened was behind a miata that was stopped at a traffic light and I was approaching from behind when it accelerated and I almost mounted the rear of that car. It pulled through the brakes and jumped forward. This has happened 4 times since bought new in aug of 2002. It is happening more and more frequently. I have requested a replacement truck thru ford as well as the franklin square, ny ford dealer where I bought the car. I have not received and communication from the company or the dealer. The dealership refused to indicate in their paperwork that this vehicle was in safe mechanical condition. This is a severe safety problem and need your assistance forthwith.
We purchased our 2002 5.4l expedition on october 13,2001. On approximately 5 occasions, we have been at a stop with the brake pedal depressed. The engine suddenly accelerated, causing the vehicle to lurch forward requiring you to apply additional pressure to the brake pedal to avoid collision or further unwanted movement of the vehicle. It is very stressful to drive, thinking that it will happen again. We have brought this problem to the attention of our dealer several times. They cannot detect the problem and indicated that there were no similar complaints on file. The last incident occurred on on dec. 4, 2003. After contacting the customer service department at ford motor company, we requested that the dealer install a flight recorder. I we fear for the safety of ourselves, of our children, and of others. To further aggravate the situation, service staff from our ford dealer have suggested that it is driver error (suggesting that we are applying pressure to the brake and gas pedal simultaneously. We are certain this is not the case). Please let us know of your findings and any additional steps to take. Thank you.
Suv will suddenly idles at a very low speed - mostly when coming to a stop or yield. The brakes are applied with much force in effort to keep vehicle from lurching forward into the rear end of another vehicle. Vehicle's engine will then 'die' and I will have to put it in neutral or park to restart. Does not matter what the temperature is. The vehicle does the spiradically about once a week. I'm afraid this will cause an accident in which my 5 year old is precious cargo - daily.
While at a complete stop with foot on brake, engine "revs" and lurches forward. This has happened 5 times over the past 2 years. No accidents have occurred. Took vehicle to shop after the 4th time but they found nothing.
2002 expedition 5.4l - when braking, vehicle accelerates. Brakes were applied as hard as possible yet the vehicle accelerated against the brakes. This has happened 3 time before. Speed of vehicle ranged from 5 or 10 MPH to 50 MPH at time of problem. Vehicle has been taken to local dealer but no problem was found. This last time we almost rear ended another vehicle. Appears to occur only when slowing down for a stop. Will take vehicle to dealer yet again.
While at a busy intersection, the vehicle engine revved and lurched forward requiring extra brake pressure to avoid collision. The rpms were over 1500 at a stop. This is the second incident and the dealer has been contacted.
While at a stop vehicle revs up and lurches forward even though you have your foot on the brake. Also while driving the tachometer revs up for about a minute then goes back to normal.
On several separate occasions the engine has revved upon depression or release of the brakes. This causes the vehicle to lurch forward unexpectedly. The radio also becomes louder as if the speed sensitive volume is affected as well. I have notified the dealer but as they have been unable to duplicate the problem, they have not responded. Please help as I fear that this will eventually cause an accident.
Steering wheel locks up, and brake and accelerator pedals stop functioning when this happens. Please provide any further information.
Dealer said the ingnition switch sticking between start and run was the cause of many problems but the safety issue is that the vehicle suddenly lurched when at a stop. Engine raced and much pressure was required on the brake to restop vehicle. If there had been a stopped vehicle in front of me - I would have struck it.
On four occasions when applying brakes, and just before stopping, engine would surge and suddenly accelerate. Vehicle been to dealer, and dealer was unable to duplicate the problem. Feel free to provide any further information.
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