One problem related to automatic transmission park/neutral start switch has been reported for the 2001 Ford Expedition. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Ford Expedition based on all problems reported for the 2001 Expedition.
Vehicle on slight slope when 5 yr old shifted gear lever to neutral. Vehicle began to move forward and hit a pedestrian , pinning her against another vehicle. Owner's manual indicated that vehicle could not be shifted unless foot is on brakes. Took vheicle to dealership, and mechanic informed owner that brake light must have be broken in order for lever to be shifted. Owner declared brake lights working just fine.