One problem related to overdrive light on has been reported for the 2001 Ford Excursion. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Ford Excursion based on all problems reported for the 2001 Excursion.
Consumer was upset that transmission failed at 55,000 miles. While driving and towing a boat lost second gear. Vehicle revved high when he was in first gear. Then it would skip second gear and go into third gear. Also, overdrive light flashed. Vehicle was inspected by a Ford mechanic, who determined that transmission was skipping second gear. Consumer had to replace the transmission at a cost of $4,294. 97.