Ford Expedition fuel gauge problems

Filed Sep 21, 2026 · Electrical · TX

Started vehicle for first drive of the day and noticed the digital instrument cluster failed to display any information. The screen remained blank although the backlight was on. Turned the vehicle off and on, performed a reset, disconnected battery for more than an hour before reconnecting, checked fuses, etc., but the display did not correct. Unable to check speedometer, fuel levels, RPM, drive mode, etc. The vehicle has been taken to local Ford Dealership, buy was advised it would be several weeks before they could run diagnostics check.

Filed Oct 25, 2025 · Electrical · IN

Purchased 12/2023 2015 Ford Expedition April of 2024 we began to have issues with the Sync System and Climate Control. We took it back to the original dealer and a second Ford dealer and neither was able to diagnose the issue. As they could not get it to duplicate while there. However it has happened numerous times since. The symptoms seem to have no rhyme or reason as to when they will happen, but they do follow the same pattern each time. The Sync screen will turn itself off completely and randomly. Screen goes Black System shuts down as if the power button was pushed. When you do push the power button to turn the system back on the temperature display in the left hand corner will no longer be displayed. This is the indication the system is still not working properly. The Air Conditioner will then turn itself off. Then the blower will switch to defrost and high heat, all in its own. You cannot adjust the setting or turn the heat off. It continues to blow on high heat in defrost mode until it decides to switch back to AC. This could last 2 seconds could be 20 minutes It will also read the gas gauge wrong, registering 20 miles left of gas even if you just filled up. This has all happened in the summer months causing extreme heat in the vehicle even with all the windows down. We replaced the Blower motor resistor and its wiring harness. Checked the blower at the same time, it is running smoothly. We also replaced the relay #3 responsible for climate control. We attempted the replace the intake manifold temperature sensor, but have been sent the wrong sensor twice, and it does not fit correctly. Now we have a fan running so loudly it sounds like out engine is idling high when it is not. We also now have no heat at all in the vehicle. When I checked the recalls the dates for the 2023 (22S56) are within the recall years but our vin says it's not. Manufactured 9/2014 Recall is for 1/2014-6/2017 No heat in the winter and extreme uncontrollable heat in the summer

Filed Feb 28, 2025 · Acceleration · MD

2/13/19- Ford Issued Recall on 2013 Ford Expedition for OSS failure and downshift 2/20/19- I go to the Preston Ford Mazda dealership, Maryland. I view and test drive a 2013 Ford Expedition, during the test drive the RPMs ran high on the Expedition and it felt sluggish and “off” crossing a road, and at one point it jumped, and the wrench symbol came on as we were returning. My concern was shrugged off by my salesman, as he said ‘maybe Fords are just like that’. As we returned, and had the issue with the wrench symbol, salesman advised me “ well when you came and interrupted as they were just getting this thing checked out and tested.” 2/19/19 When I returned following days to purchase, the vehicle was not ready. It turned out the battery had died and they had some other issue with a “computer code”. They put in another battery on hand, and told me I should now be “good to go”, knowing that I was in desperate need of a vehicle, and would likely be trusting if they told me it was now repaired. At this point we were within manufacturer’s warranty, and under 60k miles. -was never informed that there was a recall issued by Ford that EXACTLY applied to our vehicle, and to the issue I Reported during my test drive, under warranty, and Preston Ford Mazda never correctly repaired the issue as they stated, which was reported within all Ford and recall time and mileage requirements. [XXX]-while driving suddenly speedometer went out, the gas gauge stopped working, and then, a moment later while trying to figure that out, the vehicle jumped and shuddered/stopped and the RPMS went wild, revving. Almost hit cars, but was able to pull to the side of highway. Upon turning the vehicle off and restarting, normal operation resumed, but issue with the wrench symbol, gauges, RPMs revving and vehicle jump/stop has now happened repeatedly, leaving me with no safe transportation for my large family. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Mar 4, 2024 · Electrical, Engine · NC

Timeline of Recent Issues and Service Dates: Date Repair Order Date Invoiced and Picked Up Mileage Issues [XXX] [XXX] 21,735 Oil Change; Transmission; Sunroof; Gas Gauge; Door Seal; Power Running Boards; Park Assist [XXX] [XXX] 30,081 Safety Recall; Power Running Boards; Transmission [XXX] [XXX] 33,909 Wipers, Power Running Boards; Transmission [XXX] [XXX] 35,695 Internal Vent and Control Module; Rear Wiper Blade [XXX] [XXX] 43,912 Transmission [XXX] [XXX] 49,144 Oil Change; Check Up Transmission; Rear Brakes [XXX] Present 49,371 Emergency Break Down Mountains- Powertrain and Electrical Issues [XXX] Routine maintenance service at Mark Ficken Ford, including an oil change, tire rotation, and rear brake work. Video documentation confirming the vehicle's good working order post-service. [XXX]: Vehicle experiences severe issues while on a family trip, including shaking, flashing check engine light, and loss of power in the gas. Attempted restart at BP Station after a 20-minute break; vehicle runs smoothly. Decided to drive to the nearest Ford Dealer for further inspection. Recurrence of issues, leading to the vehicle shaking, stalling, and eventually dying [XXX]. [XXX] Vehicle towed to Asheville Ford for repairs. Contradictory issues identified by Asheville Ford, with additional services recommended. Repairs completed on [XXX]. [XXX]: Vehicle retrieved from Asheville Ford, exhibiting new issues such as delayed engine start, increased engine noise, rough running, and sporadic electronic malfunctions. Video evidence documenting the observed issues. Due to the ongoing and unresolved nature of the issues, the vehicle was dropped off at the Mark Ficken Ford dealership after hours on the [XXX], and keys were securely deposited in the night box, and I Ubered home. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed May 11, 2021 · Acceleration, Electrical · 170,000 miles · VA

While driving, the vehicle suddenly downshifted into 1st gear, rpms revved up, speedometer stopped working, pushing the gas pedal temporarily had no effect, "fuel level low" light came on and "tire pressure sensor fault" light came on. I was still able to drive the vehicle, though the speedometer was not working. I stopped, turned off the vehicle and restarted it and the vehicle worked fine. This event happened three times over the past month. Sheehy ford in ashland, virginia said that I needed a new "lead frame" and that the charge would be $900. Upon further research, I learned that there had been a recall for this issue for the 2012 ford expedition, but my 2012 expedition VIN number is not part of the recall. I believe my vehicle should have also been included in the recall and fixed by ford. I could have had a serious accident if this had happened while driving at a high rate of speed. Recall information found online: "ford has issued a safety recall for the 2011-2012 ford f-150, and 2012 ford expedition for a potential problem with the output speed sensor in the transmission's lead frame; in certain conditions the part can lead to a temporary downshift into first gear. Depending on how fast the vehicle is going, that could lead to an abrupt reduction in speed that could cause the rear tires to slide or lock up. Ford said it's aware of three accidents reported and no injuries related to the issue. The affected vehicles have a 6r80 transmission in certain ford f-150s built at dearborn assembly plant and kansas city assembly plant, aug. 19, 2011 through march 9, 2012; 2012 ford expedition vehicles built at kentucky truck plant, aug. 19, 2011 through dec. 19, 2011; ford mustang vehicles built at flat rock assembly plant, aug. 19, 2011 through feb. 21, 2012; and lincoln navigator vehicles built at kentucky truck plant, aug. 19, 2011 through dec. 17, 2011.

Filed Aug 5, 2020 · Transmission · 155,000 miles · ID

We are experiencing the issues in ford's tsb 13-6-8 the vehicle will suddenly have the speedometer drop to 0, fuel gauge shows empty, wrench or check engine light comes on, and the rpms go extremely high. It is extremely dangerous as it has happened on the freeway at high speeds and also when starting up from a stop light. Ford is only paying for the parts if it's 10 years or 150,000 miles whichever comes first. The vehicle is 7 years old but has 155,000 miles. The repair is $1,100.

Filed Jun 23, 2020 · Transmission · 163,000 miles · TX

I was driving on the highway at stepping on gas pedal to go to 65mph and the transmission downshifted to the first gear and went limp on the highway. I attempted to go to desire highway speed and it would not move and I was lucky to get off the highway and not get killed. No light turned on except the fuel gauge moved like crazy. On a different occasion my husband drove it on the highway again and it did it again, downshift to first hear in the middle of highway when he was going at 65 MPH. It was very scary because there was a lot of traffic and he nearly had an accident. Took to my mechanic and he did not find any codes or anything to figure out what happened. After discussing with my brother's mechanic, he said that the problem is the transmission and a sensor that is known to be faulty in ford expedition.

Filed Jun 9, 2020 · Electrical, Fuel system · CO

The gas gauge never works and sometimes the vehicle thinks that it doesnt have gas when it does.

Filed Aug 3, 2018 · Tires, Transmission · 86,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford expedition. The vehicle experienced independent braking while being operated at 70 MPH. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the failure could not be duplicated. In addition, the fuel gauge and speedometer failed to display correct information. The dealer (friendly ford of crosby, 2425 us-90 bus, crosby, tx) diagnosed that the transmission module failed and recommended it be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided case number: 15410976. The failure mileage was 86,000.

Filed Feb 26, 2018 · Transmission · FL

The truck slows down and the wrench comes on the dashboard and after that 3 dashes come up along with the statement "miles to e fuel level low" and the fuel is not low at all. In the book it states power train. This has been happening for about 3 months now.