Structure Problems of Ford Expedition - part 2

Thankfully no crash has happened yet. However, my complaint deals with my 2006 limited Ford Expedition. In the back where the third row seats are located, there is no possible way for those passengers to escape in the event of a crash. The back window does not have a switch/release to open any windows. The door does not have any type of device to open the tail gate.

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Water leakage doing damage to the gem module and junction box. Dealership advised me the leakage was from the windshield area. Vehicle has a "new" windsheld and the damaged area had "old" rusty damage. Both electronic items were replaced at the expense of $730. 11 (Ford dealership).

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Leaky windshield caused electrical failure of the general electronic module, causing most systems in vehicle to malfunction, including transfer case switching, transmission shifting. Ford, nor advantage warranty company would stand behind the cost of this failure brought on by poor quality in manufacturing.

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Windshield leaked on driver side during a rainstorm. Water then entered a relay control box causing electrical malfunctions with the climate control system. The system ran without the key in the on position while the vehicle was unattended.

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Recurring problem with water leak behind dash. This causes various electrical malfunctions, I. E. Wipers and radio don't work or windows and brake safety switch (can't shift out of park), etc. . . Relay(s) clicking under dash. Dealer notes fuse box and connector rusted due to repeated events. $600 repair.

My windshield on my 2001 Expedition is leaking water in the driver side lower corner. It's seeping into the floor boards and into the engine electrical compartment under the hood.

Water has leaked through the windshield wiper area causing the gem module to fail. This causes many electrical components to fail as well, (I. E. Power door locks, power windows, etc. . ).

Ford Expedition 2001 windshield leaking through hand holds on right and left side. Diagnosed as windshield sealant failure between the hand and the glass over approximately 75% of the sealant band area. Solution: remove glass, strip all sealants, prime body, prime glass, replace glass (broken during removal).

2000 Expedition heater blower had to be manually turned off after keys were removed from ignition. When attempted to start vehicle it would not start. The fuse box was rusted, corroded and full of water. This was the result of the windshield not being sealed properly.

The contact owns a 1997 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that the finish on the rear of both exterior side mirrors is peeling. He can see the printed circuit board as a result of the failure. The dealer stated that they will repair the mirrors at the contacts expense. The current and failure mileages were 80,034. Updated 09/26/07.

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1999 Ford Expedition water leak from windshield onto fuse box causing short requiring replacement of fuse box by Ford cost $362. 01.

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The contact owns a 2000 Ford Expedition. The contact stated water was leaking into the vehicle from the front windshield, onto the instrument panel and into the computer system. The failure would cause the computer chips to malfunction and the vehicle would become inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer seven times for the failure. The dealer replaced the damaged computer chips nine times before discovering the failure was caused by the leaking windshield. The windshield was not replaced. The manufacturer would not provide any assistance. The failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 98,000. Updated 11/24/10 updated 11/20/10.

2003 Expedition headlight failed four different times due to water leakage. Heat brackets rusted due to water leakage. The consumer stated that Ford was aware of the body seal problem with the vehicle, but didn't issue a recall. The dealer tried to fix the problem six times with no success. The drivers side door rattled.

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We just bought a new 2003 Expedition eddie bauer 4x4. The same night we drove it home it started to rain and we noticed a leak at the driver's grab handle. We took it back to the dealer and they replaced the front windshield stating it was not sealed correctly to the car's body. The next night it rained again and there was a puddle of water in the driver's seat. I took it back to the dealership and now they are saying the internal and external metal was not sealed at the left top corner on the driver's side. They are keeping it overnight to see if it's still leaking and will notify me tomorrow.

2003 Expedition has been vibrating since new. Purchased in sept 2002 it has been back to the dealer numerous times to no avail. They changed the differential fluids, the tires , worked on the rear changed tire pressures. Last time Ford factory rep came to sayville Ford. Said there is a vibration, but an acceptable one. To who I do not know. This vehicle is used as an emergency vehicle. What a lemon.

On the 8 passenger Ford Expedition, the step down ledge inside the vehicle, is too narrow when the second row seat is in the upright position. The drop down is slight and the width is narrow. It is very difficult to step out of the vehicle, especially backwards. Our vehicle contains 2 booster seats one car seat and one infant carrier. This being the case, we are usually stepping out backwards with a child/infant in hand. I injured my elbow bracing myself so that I didn't drop my 7 week old after slipping on this ledge. This is not the first such incident. I'm not the only one to do this in this vehicle.

Running boards are very slick when wet. I do not believe it is possible to safely use them when wet. My wife, two of my sons, and I have all fallen getting out of the vehicle due to the slippery running board. My fall resulted in a badly broken arm and head trauma. Ford and the dealer have been uninterested in fixing this problem in my contacts with them.

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2003 Expedition leaked water inside vehicle. The outside molding of the windshield came off. The consumer stated while driving, the head lights, interior lighting and radio all went out due to the leaking water which was affecting the electrical system. The doors rattled.

2003 Expedition leaked water into headlights causing it to fail. Seat brackets rusted caused by water leaks and door rattled. The dealer was aware that there was body seal problem.

2005 Ford Expedition with factory defects customer states that the car sometimes shocks the body while going through the car wash* 08/14/07 add to customer sent in additional info** the consumer stated please assist in retrieving the $29,000 paid out for the vehicle as they have learned the vehicle is not a new vehicle but was used and was seriously damaged. The consumer stated if it rains or goes through a car wash there is an electrical shock and running the VIN number indicates that this infact is a used vehicle not a new vehicle as stated by the dealer. The consumer stated the roof shakes badly.

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The windows of the consumer's 1998 Ford Expedition leaked damaging the interior of the vehicle.

While traveling windshield strip/molding blew off. The cause of the problem was not identified but the dealership replaced the strip/molding.

Due to the design and the plastic material on the entry step:running board, when entering and exiting the vehicle the consumer slipped and was injured.

Vehicle has exhibited vibration from date of delivery. Balancing of tires or alignment has not resolved problem.

Running board lights overheated,resulting in their failure. Related recall 03v094000, consumer's vehicle not included due to VIN.

Running boards on early 1998 Expeditions do not extend out far enough to be safe. Especially in icy/snowy conditions, the narrow area to place your feet can cause you to slip off. The newer 1998 Expeditions appear to have the running boards moved out approximately 2 inches.