The fuel line/fuel pump was leaking. Smelled fumes from the gasoline. Fuel was leaking over the fuel tank from the top of the tank. The vehicle was drivable when fuel was leaking. Very concerned that their could have been a fire due to the fuel leak. Took the vehicle to the Ford service department where it was purchased. Service shop stated that during inspection they noticed that something chewed through the fuel line/fuel pump. Comments made by the service advisors stated that they have seen squirrels/rodents attracted to the soy based ingredients of the parts/wiring. The repair would not be covered under warranty due to "outside influence". The manufacturer is installing a similar part and not covering under warranty. No warning lights; no warning messages. If the same type of soy based part is being installed, what is going to prevent the same thing from happening. Ford is not offering different types of parts and they do not have a way to prevent additional damage. No shield/tape/covering is being offered. Numerous instances of this referenced online due to soy based parts and Ford knowingly installing these parts without a fix or prevention. Consumer is responsible for all repairs. No warranty.
Ford Expedition fuel leak problems
19 of the 9,415 owner complaints about the Ford Expedition describe fuel leak, most of them for the 2003 model year.
- owner complaints
- 19
- worst model year
- 2003
- typical mileage
- 74,480
By model year
- 20241
- 20181
- 20074
- 20061
- 20036
- 20022
- 20003
- 19991
Often reported together
Fuel smell 5Stalling 2Fuel pump 2Fire or smoke 2Check engine light 2Tire blowout 1Oil consumption 1
What owners say
Fuel leaking from emissions vents on fuel tank. Non reparable part.
Car doesn’t let me pump fuel at gas station and overfills even when the tank is empty. Gas leaks from the bottom of the car. Weird suction noise comes from the fuel filler neck. I was doing research and found that many people have this same problem with my car and there’s a recall for this but for the 2015-2016 models and not the 2017. It’s a recall on the evap system suction pump and code is 20Y6.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford expedition. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that an unknown warning light illuminated after the failure was experienced. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was informed that there was a fuel leak and that the fuel system failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 184,000. The VIN was not available. Updated 05/10/17*lj
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford expedition. While attempting to start the vehicle, it failed to start. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The contact was able to manually move the vehicle forward and noticed that there was a fuel leak under the vehicle. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v0570000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 170,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford expedition. The contact stated that while the A/C activated, there was a fuel odor entering the vehicle. In addition, the contact noticed that there was fuel leaking and both rear doors did not open. The contact stated in order to open the doors, the driver unlock button would had to be depressed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the failure was undetermined. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v057000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 108,689.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 ford expedition. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a strong fuel odor coming from the front passenger side. While driving the vehicle, the contact noticed the smell of fuel in the vehicle and the fuel miles per gallon dropped. After further inspection of the engine, the contact noticed that fuel was leaking from the fuel rail on the engine. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 97,500. ..updated 02/01/16 *bf
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford expedition. The contact stated the vehicle was parked in his driveway when it caught on fire. The fire department was able to extinguish the fire. There were no injuries. A fire report was available. The contact stated the spark plugs blew out at the cylinder head causing the fuel rail to bend and resulting in a fuel leak that started the fire. The engine was severely damaged. The contact's insurance company advised that the fire originated from a pre-existing failure in the vehicle and would not cover his claim. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where he was advised they were aware of the failure yet would not provide any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 190,000.
Spark plug blowout of ford v8 triton motor. Recently replaced motor due to old motor failure. 5/16/2010 loud pop noise and gas leak, motor sounded like a "harley davidson motorcycle" stopped dead in its track in the middle of the road. Two children and myself in the vehicle. Strong gasoline smell and horrible sound, unable to drive vehicle.
1. Event: gasoline leaking onto pavement. 2. Ford dealer inspected and found a crack in the filler neck on top of the gasoline tank. I, nor a foreign object, have access to this area. Tank will leak gas onto pavement continuously until below crack level. If an igniter such as a cigarette or match or spark is near the flame, a fire will start on ground under the gas tank leading to the gas tank coated with gas resulting in a vehicle fire or explosion. 3. Ford dealer estimated replacement cost at $1,350. Ford dealer stated this is not a recall item and would not discuss the fact that this might be a defect in the injection molded gasoline tank. I then contacted ford motor company customer care. Ford motor company customer care would not give me the name of the local ford motor company representative (regional manager), a superior customer care rep to take my concern to a higher level and dismissed my concern that this was a safety defect issue. I was then informed that there was no further recourse and there was nothing else ford motor company or my ford dealer could do for my situation. Therefore, I have no further recourse except to submit my complaint. I cannot afford a replacement gas tank (tank is still installed on my vehicle).
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
- Risk
- An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
Recall number 25V455000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Expedition, F-150, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI V6 engines. These vehicles have high pressure fuel pump assemblies with welds that can fracture, which may cause an oil or fuel leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump and associated components, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S17.
Recall number 18V392000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system: fuel rail
- What is wrong
- Ford is recalling 57,199 my 2006-2007 e-150, e-250, e-350, and my 2007 expedition and lincoln navigator vehicles equipped with 5.4l engines. The fuel rail cross-over hose may contain weak areas. As a result, the hose may crack, which could cause a fuel odor and/or fuel leak.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel rail assembly. The recall began on march 3, 2008. Owners may contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673.
Recall number 08V057000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The fuel line assemblies may have been damaged by the supplier during manufacturing, allowing leakage.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect these vehicles and, if necessary, replace the front and rear fuel line assemblies.
Recall number 98V312000 · Recall details
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The model years with the most reports are 2003 (6 complaints), 2007 (4 complaints) and 2000 (3 complaints).
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