2003 Ford Expedition: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Aug 29, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 140,000 miles · AR

I was traveling at 70 MPH on the interstate. The car popped, sputtered and died. Has steadily gotten more and more frequent. Engine dies at idle, dies at slow speeds as well as faster speeds. Very dangerous! Have replaced the PCM, wiring harness, and fuel pump. Is not repaired. Power mirrors readjust themselves when the keyless entry is used. Several warning lights stay on, door ajar, check fuel cap, advatrac will not turn on. Rear window will not work. Back up sensor will not work. Interior lights as well as exterior lighting will not power off when car is turned off. You must manually turn them off or the battery drains.cd player will not eject cd's loud popping sound in the front end and grinding sound when stopping. I have had this in the shop since june of 2014 and they cannot find the problem. Have already spent $1000 trying to repair. This vehicle is dangerous and can very likely cause an accident. It is not safe to drive. Ford auto shop wants to charge me $100 an hour to diagnose the problem then they are not sure if they can find the problem, they are telling me it could cost between $500-$1000 just to find the problem. I have checked several web sites and see that there are many, many people with the same problems with the same type of vehicle. This should be looked into before someone is injured or killed in an accident caused from the car stalling!!!

Filed Jul 3, 2010 · Suspension, Transmission · 26,000 miles · GA

I have a 2003 expedition with only 31000 miles. At 26000 miles I noticed a grinding vibration when I turned right or left.. I went to the dealership and was told this is a common problem with 2003,04 expeditions. The cluthes in the rear differential goes bad every 30,000 mile and the cost will be $1250.00 dollars to repair. If ford know this is a problem, why haven't they issued a recall? We as owners shouldn't have to continue to pay this every 30,000 miles. My e-mail address is [xxx] . Please respond. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jul 2, 2008 · Transmission · 53,000 miles · MD

I have a rubbing / grinding noise coming from my rear end on my 2003 ford expedition. And as I look on the internet there are 100's of people that are complaining about the same problem. This has to be a known issue with ford and they aren't standing behind there product.

Filed May 15, 2007 · Transmission · 24,000 miles · NY

Clutch failed, causing the tires to produce a grinding noise when turning. This problem was noticed, by me, while still under warranty, but I thought it was just systematic of the vehicle until passengers noticed and eventually it got so bad that it felt like a very unsafe and serious problem. Dealer is charging $1600 half of which is parts. Next week when I get the vehicle back, will determine if I am keeping the car or have lost confidence in the safety or future problems.

Filed Jan 25, 2007 · Acceleration · 59,000 miles · PR

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford expedition. While driving at 50 MPH the cruise control began making a grinding noise and the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was towed. The contact was concerned about the safety risk after viewing a news report related to the cruise control.

Filed Jun 24, 2006 · Brakes · TX

My brakes began to squeal around 50k. This is the first brake servicing required on this vehicle. I was told by a number of mechanics that the front rotors needed to be replaced because they were worn down too much. I was surprised about this and found that this is a very well known and common problem with the 2003 ford expeditions. Apparently, these rotors are not "defective" in material or workmanship otherwise there would be a recall. This is a prime example of poor design and engineering. It is completely ridiculous to expect anyone to believe it is normal to replace brake rotors on each brake pad change. I have bought american made vehicles my entire life. I was always told that the foreign cars were junk and cost a lot of money to maintain. Over the years I have spent much money and time repairing my american made cars. I had bought the cheapest car I could find back in 2000. A hyundai elantra. I have had zero problems. Not a single one. The mileage is over 100k and I haven't even needed to change the brake pads. This car was the absolute cheapest car I could find on the market in 2000. I will take this as an illustration of how poorly the ford line of products are either designed or backed up by the manufacturer.

Filed Jun 15, 2005 · Brakes · 33,131 miles · CO

On december 9, 2004, I delivered my 2003 ford expedition to the aspen tire and auto center in castle rock, co for the brake repairs upon completion of the 30,000 mile service at the medved ford dealership in castle rock, co. I had reported to ford that the brakes began squeaking that morning and continued to squeak for several seconds after the brake pedal was released. Ford advised it needed new front brake pads, but I opted to take it elsewhere for the repairs. I immediately dropped the vehicle off at the aspen tire and auto center, 4978 front street, castle rock, co 80104 after medved completed the initial work. When the aspen tire and auto service technicians examined the brake system, they reported to me that both rotors were unevenly worn and warped. Additionally, the left caliper was not releasing properly. I was in the vicinity and was able to inspect the entire brake system in their service center. The aspen tire and auto center brought the right rotor to minimum safety specifications, but was unable to salvage the left rotor. Their technicians cleaned the brake system, which allowed both calipers to perform normally. Both rotors had to be replaced. As a ford owner for the past eight years, I never experienced such a significant and unsafe deterioration of a braking system. If the repairs to the rotors and calipers had not been addressed, the vehicle would not have been able to deliver optimal braking performance, endangering the lives of my family, other motorist, and myself. This vehicle never performed any driving activities that would greatly alter the normal wear on the braking system. It is used primarily as a transport vehicle to and from work, on a relatively even driving surface. There is no justifiable reason why this vehicle experienced these problems with only 33,131 miles. I have spoken to other ford expedition owners who have experienced identical problems with the front brakes on their vehicles.

Filed Apr 20, 2005 · Body, Brakes · SD

Since we have owned this 2003 expedition we have had the windshield replaced due to noise and loose stripping, then, the contracting person put in the wrong years windshield. The emissions canister was cracked and was replaced. The muffler would pop after turning off the engine, but couldn't be fixed until verified by ford. I waited for 3-4 hours one day with 3 children while they let my car run and shut off. We finally called ahead, and had them wait outside on us until we killed the engine to hear it pop. It was a poor muffler weld and was repaired. The side molding rattled badly, and was terribly faded, and that was replaced. The door gets a lot of wind noise , and a whistle in the window. They said window passed the dollar bill test and was fine but it still whistles. They, put a clear strip along inside of door to help noise. It doesn't. Then ,the rear continental tire had such horrible, uneven wear, it was extremely dangerous. Bought new tires for $600. Then rear differential malfunctioned, and would make a grinding on turning left or right. They fixed that in march 2005, and it just started doing it again. Now, there is a strange noise when revving the engine to drive coming from under the hood. It is going in tomorrow for the noise and the rear differential. On top of all the repairs, we have had a squeaky brake issue. Also, they have said they were good. They just get a lot of brake dust, just sand them. Our side windows shimmies all the time. ! I did invest in an extended warranty!.

Filed Feb 16, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · 33,000 miles · VA

While driving 30 MPH, the vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. Suddenly, the vehicle stalled. The driver tried to restart the vehicle and was not able to do so. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the alternator and battery needed to be replaced. While unlocking the driver's door with the automatic switch both side rear view mirrors would automatically move up and down. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic replaced both side rear view mirror motors. Please provide further details. *jb consumer adds both side view mirrors motors replaced 2 to 3 more times. The fog light housing replaced, rear light covers replaced due to moisture, heater core switch replaced from dash. Brakes squealing when applied. Transmission slipping and power steering pump winding.

Filed Oct 2, 2003 · Transmission · NY

Clutch failed, causing the tires to produce a grinding noise when turning.

Filed Aug 9, 2003 · Brakes, Suspension · VA

When turning left or right loud grinding noise- has been serviced 4 times and after the last time it stopped, but has since returned. Also, excessive amounts of brake dust on wheels, and they are making noises. Also as if they need to be changed and theres only 4000 miles on the truck.

Filed Aug 2, 2003 · Transmission · SC

Grinding noise in the rear axle when turning left or right after vehicle has set overnight or for a long enough period so axle components cool down to ambient temperature. I have had vehicle in for service 4 times and it spent almost 3 weeks in the shop. Problemseemed to be fixed after last visit, but noise has reappeared again. Sounds worse. Vehicle will now be going in for the fifth time for the same problem. There is something wrong, but I cannot get ford to admit anything.