Wiring problems of the 2004 Ford Expedition

Three problems related to wiring have been reported for the 2004 Ford Expedition. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Ford Expedition based on all problems reported for the 2004 Expedition.

1 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2014

Tl-the contact owns a 2004 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart but the failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the wiring harness and the ecu needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000. Djr.

2 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 01/21/2011

The contact owns a 2004 Ford Expedition. While driving approximately 60 mph, the traction control system, abs and air bag warning indicators illuminated spontaneously. In addition, the headlights became dimmer. The contact was able to continue driving with caution to the residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing where they detected two trouble codes related to the wiring harness and computer system. There was a technical service bulletin under NHTSA item number 10009329 (electrical system). The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 81,700.

3 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 01/21/2008

The contact owns a 2004 Ford Expedition. While driving approximately 55 mph, the engine lost power. The wiring harness was replaced; however, the failure continued a week later. On January 21, 2008, the dealer confirmed that one of the harnesses was defective and caused the engine to lose power. The dealer also confirmed that the failure was not related to a previous crash that occurred. The manufacturer in the corporate division stated that the contact would be required to pay $2,700 to replace the harness, but later adjusted the price to $780. The contact's claim number with the manufacturer was 1386151017. The contact does not feel that he should have to replace a defective part at his own expense. He asked if the part was defective, but no one has given him a response. The contact attempted to drive at reduced speeds to prevent the engine from shutting off while driving approximately 35 mph. When he attempted to drive 55 mph, the engine lost power. The contact was aware of the safety risk involved and was requesting specifics regarding his year, make, model vehicle and 4. 6l engine. The dealer information was unavailable. The approximate current mileage was 66,000 and approximate failure mileage was 38,000.




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