14 problems related to tire have been reported for the 2003 Ford Expedition. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Ford Expedition based on all problems reported for the 2003 Expedition.
While traveling at 65mph, we experienced complete tread separation of right rear tire. Tire had approximately 60-70% tread left.
Driving on highway and tire tread came off and did $1,700. 00 worth of damage to rear quarter panel and bumper. Continental tire agreed to pay damages but not replace tires. I have not received reimbursement for damages, I have been waiting over 30 days for the check which in the letter they sent stated I would receive it within 8-14 days. I feel they are giving me the run around.
The contact owns a 2003 Ford Expedition. The vehicle has continental contitrac SUV tires, size p265/70r17. While driving approximately 70 mph, the rear of the vehicle began to shimmy and shake, followed by a clicking noise. The driver inspected the vehicle and noticed that the rear driver's side tire exhibited tread separation. The tire is in the process of being replaced. The dot number was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 68,000.
Cracks on 3 of 4 tires. No action taken.
Catastrophic failure and tread separation. Belts were rusty upon inspection (immediately following failure). Remaining wirecoat showed rust remnants impregnating rubber where the wire previously was. Tire showed no signs of imminent failure prior to incident.
Driving along highway 50, outside sacramento at about 65mph in the early evening on 9/21/08 when I heard a loud popping sound and the back end of the truck began to swing out of control. I managed to remain in control and get to the edge of the freeway. When I looked at the tire, the tread from the back driver's side tire was totally gone, but the tire was still inflated. The tread had caused quite a bit of damage to my back panel and bumper assembly.
Tread separation- continental contitrac SUV, p265/70 r17, dot adt6 45ew 2802, 2003 Ford Expedition, 63,504 miles, all tires had good tread remaining, replaced all tires, left rear quarter panel badly damaged.
2nd set of continental contitrac tires on 2003 exp. Ford tires continue to go flat on weekly basis. After putting correct lbs of air within 2 days down to less then 10-15lbs 2nd set has been on for less then 18 months. Note: 17 inch model it is not listed under tire type note many other complaints regarding tire problem on same model.
Contact owns a 2003 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving he noticed a slight vibration around 72 mph. The dealership could not verify that this was happening. The consumer did have the tires rotated and the vehicle realigned. The contact's wife was driving and the vibration was so bad that it did cause injury to her wrists. About 6-8 months later there was had a defective tire on the rear passenger's side, but this had been rotated from the front. The service invoice stated that the tire has hop-in-tire, and was out of round. The tire manufacturer stated if it was a defect in the tire. They would not replace or reimburse the consumer because there were too many miles on the tire.
There was excessive tread wear and exposed steel belts on the left front tire. The front right tire showed exactly the same signs. Had to purchase two new tires after 16k miles.
2003 Expedition shakes while traveling, with the shake/vibration increasing as speed increases, and becomes severe. Have had to dealership 3 times now, but continues. In searching online, this is a common issue, and appears to be linked to the continental tires. Between the shake in the vehicle and unknown what is occurring to tires as the vehicle travels and shakes, I would think there is a risk of damage to the tires that could result in injury to the occupants. Ford seems to be shirking the issue, which seems strange to me based on the issues they experienced with tires and the explorer.
After 200 miles I noticed a vibration in the drivers seat, floorboards, and steering wheel. I have continental contitrac 17 inch tires. Ford tried force aligning the tires. Ford motor CO. And dealer says if I want a better ride I need to buy new tires. I fought them on this and they bought me brand new bf goodrich long trail tires. I still have vibration. I feel that this proves it is the Expedition and not the tires. I will never buy another Ford!.
While traveling at 65 to 70 mph, the vehicle developed a vibration. The dealer stated that the cause is bad tires. Scc.
The traction on all four tires were not good while driving in the rain.