41 problems related to vehicle speed control have 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.
On several occasions while applying accelerator pedal from a stop position vehicle would surge forward. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
Sudden and unexpected acceleration at or near idle while in gear. Dt.
When coming to a stop engine revs and vehicle jumps forward even with consumer pressing on brakes. Vehicle will not stop.
Re a recall on his 2001 Ford Expedition, wants to be reimbursed for out-of-pocket costs. The consumers vehicle caught on fire and he believed it was related to the speed control deactivation switch. The consumer stated he never received a recall letter, however the manufacturer stated it was mailed to him. The consumer sustained injuries trying to put the fire out.
6 times my 2001 XLT Expedition has tried to take off with the brake applied. The speed and rpm gauge would show high output. At the same time the Expedition would lunge forward. *dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12-12-02 cut over to artemis***765666.
After vehicle comes to a complete stop or at idle vehicle launch forward at high speed, making it possible to have an accident or receive bodily injuries.