2006 Ford Expedition: engine failure

Filed Mar 27, 2013 · Engine · 70,000 miles · CA

While traveling on the highway at approximately 75 MPH in a 2006 ford expedition, the vehicle's engine suddenly and without warning shut down. Due to the loss of power, the steering and brakes were extremely difficult to control. The vehicle coasted on the highway until I was safely able to direct the vehicle to the side of the roadway. After stopping and parking the vehicle safely, I was able to restart the vehicle without further incident. This occured a total of three times in months that followed. I took the vehicle to a ford dealership and they could not find a problem with the vehicle. After researching the incident online, I learned that the throttle control switch may have been the cause of the problem. I notified the dealership of my research and they did not agree. I replaced the switch on my own and I have not encountered any additional engine failures since.

Filed Feb 27, 2013 · Electrical, Engine · 58,318 miles · FL

On 1/9/2013, I was driving at approx. 35 MPH when the engine turned itself off. I attempted restarting the engine to no avail. I coasted to the side of the road where the engine still would not start. After waiting about five minutes, I was able to restart the engine. The car seemed to run slowly on the way back home. The next time I drove the car, it seemed to run normally. On 2/12/2013, my wife was driving the car at 25 MPH when the engine died again. She had to coast to the side of the road & wait to restart the car. She slowly drove back home with the vehicle. Next time the car was taken out, it ran normally. I am concerned that this problem could occur on the interstate highways at a higher speed & the result could have been vastly different.

Filed Apr 20, 2012 · Body, Brakes · 10,756 miles · PA

2006 ford expedition limited. Consumer writes in regards warranty repair dispute and driver's side power window being extremely slow in the closing operation *tgw the dealer lubed the window and stated there was no problem found. After complaining several times about the window, the dealer finally determined there was a problem. However, the consumer was informed the parts and labor were not covered under the extended warranty. The consumer stated the problem existed going back to dec 11, 2006 and the defect was not addressed or corrected while the vehicle was under the original factory warranty. The consumer stated he should not be responsible for repairs that were callously overlooked and ignored by the dealer. Also, the lower radiator support to the body mount was severely rusted and showed signs of actual material failure. The consumer stated the condition can and will evolve into the root cause of both mechanical and safety related failures. The major body and front frame support failing under driving conditions could lead to engine failure, and loss of control of the vehicle. The most serious safety concern, was the front brake lines which were showing signs of serious rust. The dealer informed the consumer the lines could only be replaced under warranty if there were signs of leakage. The consumer stated corrosion in the form of rust would compromise the integrity of the steel brake lines, allowing brake fluid to leak out resulting in a total loss of braking power. The left rear door would not open from the inside, the driver's front door had to be slammed in order for it to close properly, the front axle drive pinion was leaking and had to be replaced.

Filed Nov 17, 2011 · Engine · VA

2006 ford expedition. Consumer states mechanical issues with the vehicle *tgw the dealer informed the consumer a new engine was needed. The warranty dept. Denied the consumers claim, because maintenance records could not be produced. The consumer's house was set on fire, and therefore, no maintenance records were available.

Filed Jun 10, 2011 · CA

False activation of "engine failure mode" system. Engine went to idle speed, all gauges read normally and no warning lights came on. Engine temperature was in normal range. "engine failure mode" message was displayed on message panel. I was able to safely coast off the road and stop the vehicle. I turned the ignition off, and observed that the engine coolant level in the coolant tank was normal. I then restarted the engine, and vehicle then operated normally.

Filed Feb 3, 2011 · Engine · 98,900 miles · GA · 1 injury

I was preparing to make a left hand turn into a busy office complex, and the engine in my 2006 ford expedition cut off. The system generated code was 'engine failsafe mode". I turned on my hazards, put the car in park and waited a few minutes to restart. The engine car started, but the fact that it cut off, without warning is extremely alarming. I've contacted ford corporate who said that there were no recalls, and that I needed to go to a service center. After researching the internet and this site, I am convinced that this issue should prompt a recall, but ford's cost-benefit analysis indicates that it is waiting until there are enough fatalities to make the determination to fix what appears to be a $600-800 issue. Ford should be and can be held liable for gross negligence in their deliberate decision to disregard the engine failure complaints. I have been a loyal ford customer for several decades. That is no longer the case.

Filed Dec 20, 2010 · Engine · 93,500 miles · PA

Complaint filed regarding a personally owned 2006 ford expedition xlt, owned from 2/2010 to present (12/2010)> three separate instances when driving the vehicle when the "failsafe mode" warning lights and all loss of vehicle control:steering, brakes, acceleration, etc. Occurred/ randomly during this period of ownership with no apparent reason. Vehicle restarted immediately. All instances of the condition occurred when outside temperature was below freezing (winter months) into a right or left turn. No evidence of loss of antifreeze, engine overheating, coolant leaks, etc. Mechanic assessment could not find a reason for the engine fail safe activation. This is a significant, potential safety problem for the driver/passengers of 2006 ford expeditions experiencing the random occurring engine failure attributable to the failsafe feature of this vehicle.

Filed Sep 16, 2010 · Engine · 27,500 miles · CA

Was driving on freeway at about 60 vehicle went into engine failure mode vehicle cut off completed I had to hurry put the truck in park turn on my hazards and keep restarting the truck until I got it restarted when it restarted the air didn't work any more I have no cold air but the heat works and the truck only has 27000 miles on it as of today ford would not fix it I have full bumper to bumper warranty at the time and still have extended warranty up to 75000 miles the vehicles shuts off like once a month and it just did it this morning I don't know how to solve this problem ford did not honor my contract I could have been killed on a freeway in traffic here a beep and car go into failure mode someone could have ran into the back of me by not knowing what was going on any thing what if I was going up a hill and my engine goes into failure mode I need help solving this problem.

Filed Jun 15, 2010 · Engine, Fuel system · 65,000 miles · NJ

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 ford expedition. The contact stated that while driving the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that the fuel injectors were stuck open and flooded the engine. The dealer also stated that both catalytic converters were ruined and needed to be replaced, and the engine was possibly damaged. The contact stated that there was a recall related to the failure for previous model years and warranties were extended as a result. The contact called the manufacturer who stated that they would not extend the warranty on the vehicle. The contact filed a complaint. The current and failure mileages were approximately 65,000. Updated 11/19/10. *lj updated 10/27/10. *lj the consumer stated a new engine was put in the vehicle. However, he continued to experience problems. The dealer stated the #6 cylinder had compressed causing the piston to stop a half inch from the top which caused the vehicle to shut down. Updated 11/24/10

Filed Jul 15, 2009 · Engine · 48,000 miles · LA

Engine failure of 2006 ford expedition. Dealership explained the engine had a bent injector rod . Advised new engine was necessary. Cost estimate $4000-$7000.

Filed Aug 27, 2008 · Brakes, Engine · 48,000 miles · WA

August 21 on the way to work (4 mile drive) the truck started to shake and lost power,check engine light came on, we took the truck to the dealer,and they can not figure what is going on,so they said the engine needs to be replaced. The codes are p0022-p0305-p0307-p1184-p2198-p2273 my family just came back from a 3000 trip ,I can only imagine having this happening to us during this time. I been looking for the same type of trouble to this trucks and found that there is a number of similar complaints about having to replace engines ranging from 38,000 miles to about 60,000miles. The price of this cars are well over $35,000 to having to spend another $7,000 with all the problems of our economy right now a normal person like me can not afford another rip off by one of the big companies,like ford. All I'm asking is that they take responsibility for this engine troubles and repair like they supposed to.