2011 Ford Expedition problems
The Ford Expedition is a full-size three-row SUV, manufactured by Ford. Introduced for the 1997 model year as the successor of the Ford Bronco, the Expedition was the first full-size Ford SUV sold with a four-door body. For its entire production life, the Ford Expedition has been derived from the corresponding generation of the Ford F-150 in production, sharing some body and mechanical components. The fourth-generation Ford Expedition began production for the 2018 model year. Similar to the configuration of the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, the Ford Expedition is sold in regular and extended lengths (the Ford Expedition EL/Max); sold since 2007, the latter functionally serves as the replacement for the Ford Excursion.
Since 1997, the Lincoln division has marketed the Ford Expedition as the Lincoln Navigator, the first full-size SUV sold by a luxury auto brand in North America (the Expedition was never sold as a Mercury). The third Ford vehicle to use the Expedition nameplate, the full-size SUV follows a 1992 F-150 Eddie Bauer concept vehicle and a 1995 trim level package on the two-door Ford Explorer Sport.
Prior to 2009, the Ford Expedition was assembled at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan (previously home to the Ford Bronco). After 2009, the Ford Expedition was moved to the Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville, Kentucky.
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Common 2011 Ford Expedition problems
Based on complaints from owners of the Ford Expedition 2011, several common problems have been reported. Here is a detailed list of these issues:
- Electrical Issues: Owners have reported various electrical problems with the Ford Expedition 2011, which can lead to issues like malfunctioning lights, power windows, or other electrical components. These issues can be frustrating and impact the overall functionality of the vehicle.
- Blower Motor Only Working on High: A specific problem with the blower motor only working on the highest setting has been noted. This can affect the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system, leading to discomfort for passengers due to inadequate temperature control.
- Spark Plug Ejection: Spark plug ejection is a serious issue that has been reported by owners. This problem can result in engine misfires, loss of power, and potential engine damage if not addressed promptly.
- Ignition Coil Failure: Failure of the ignition coils can cause the engine to run rough, misfire, or even fail to start. This issue can lead to poor performance, reduced fuel efficiency, and potential drivability problems.
- Air Suspension Failure: Problems with the air suspension system have been reported, which can result in a harsh ride, uneven vehicle height, and handling issues. Addressing air suspension failures promptly is crucial to maintain the vehicle's comfort and safety.
- EGR Sensor Issues: Owners have experienced problems with the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system, which can lead to engine performance issues, increased emissions, and potential drivability concerns. Resolving EGR sensor issues is essential for optimal engine function.
These common problems with the Ford Expedition 2011 can impact the vehicle's reliability, performance, and overall driving experience. Addressing these issues promptly through proper maintenance and repairs is crucial to ensure the longevity and safety of the vehicle.
How many miles can a 2011 Ford Expedition last?
The engine in a Ford Expedition should be able to last between 150,000 and 300,000 miles depending on the engine and how you take care of it. The engines with the shortest lifespan are the 5.4L V8 that has 16 valves.
Is the 2011 Ford Expedition reliable?
2011 Expedition XLT - Very Reliable
Basic cloth seats, manual A/C and heavy duty towing. This SUV has been super reliable.
What is a common problem with Ford Expedition?
Commonly reported Expedition problems: electrical issues, the blower motor only working on high, spark plug ejection, ignition coil failure, air suspension failure, EGR sensor issues, and more.
What was the worst year for the Expedition?
What years are the Ford Expedition to avoid? 2007, 2008, 2011, and 2012 are undeniably the worst Ford Expedition years you should avoid.
Is the 2011 Ford Expedition reliable?
2011 Expedition XLT - Very Reliable
Basic cloth seats, manual A/C and heavy duty towing. This SUV has been super reliable.
What is a common problem with Ford Expedition?
Commonly reported Expedition problems: electrical issues, the blower motor only working on high, spark plug ejection, ignition coil failure, air suspension failure, EGR sensor issues, and more.
How many miles can a 2011 Ford Expedition last?
The engine in a Ford Expedition should be able to last between 150,000 and 300,000 miles depending on the engine and how you take care of it. The engines with the shortest lifespan are the 5.4L V8 that has 16 valves.
What was the worst year for the Expedition?
What years are the Ford Expedition to avoid? 2007, 2008, 2011, and 2012 are undeniably the worst Ford Expedition years you should avoid.
2011 Ford Expedition car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Expedition problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Structure problems
- Seats problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2011 Ford Expedition vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2011 Ford Expedition
The NHTSA has received 68 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2011 Ford Expedition. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2011 Ford Expedition vehicles.
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-09
- VIN: 1FMJU1J56BE
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: The contact owns a 2011 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front blower system was seized. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed HVAC blower motor. The contact was informed that the HVAC blower motor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed of Technical Service Bulletin: 10163573; however, the contact was informed that the vehicle repair was not covered under the bulletin. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 153,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-27
- VIN: 1FMJK1H55BE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: So my 2011 expedition has a lead frame problem it is stuck in 4th gear and all the warning lights are on associating the lead frame. The shop I left told me it Is the lead frame. The problem is the ford f150 with the exact same transmission as mine has a recall for that exact part. But no recall on the expiration with the exact same transmission as mine. This is a safety problem as it is stuck in fourth gear and completely unsafe to drive. This is a ford factory problem and needs to be addressed before it gets someone gravely injured of killed I talked with ford and they sY since there is no recall there is nothing they can do I've beennout a vehicle for 2 weeks already and now they say they have no clue when they can find the part. So I'm just out a vehicle that I payed thousands of dollars for. This is Unacceptable as I need the vehicle to get to work I don't know if this will help but I have to try something. There should be a recall on the expeditions as well
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-05
- VIN: 1FMJU2A51BE
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2011 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that the locking assembly on the driver’s side door was frozen and failed to operate as designed. Due to the issue, the contact was unable to enter the vehicle without using a hair dryer to warm up the lock. However, once the door was opened, the door was unable to close until the lock was heated up again. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer and was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-20
- VIN: 1FMJU1K55BE
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The engine is blown at 125k miles when all servicing and maintenance was done at the dealership. Somewhere around 50k to 60k miles, I complained to the dealership about a ticking noise from the engine and was told multiple times it was "normal with this engine". Well this engine blew while I was on my way to take the kids to school. I was on the interstate/bypass and was by some miracle able to get the 7-11. I was driving and all of a sudden, it sounded like there was squirrel under the hood. I had to have it towed to the dealership because it was not driveable and they told me the engine was no longer good and was blown. They said it would cost me $10k and I would be better off buying a new vehicle. There was no engine light or anything that came on until it blew. The only "warning" I had was the slight ticking noise that came from the engine, but when mentioned to the dealership, I was told that it was normal with this engine.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-04
- VIN: 1fmjk2a56be
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: While getting tires replaced (Discount Tire), the representative pointed out that the aluminum-shelled lug nuts had swollen and become so deformed that the correctly sized socket could not be used. FUrthermore they could not be accurately torqued. The lug nuts had to be replaced, which cost $175.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-16
- VIN: 1fmjk1j59be
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: 2 piece lug nuts swelled creating a dangerous situation where the lugs were extremely difficult to remove. If the vehicle experienced a flat tire, they would be difficult if not impossible to remove on the road.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-20
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1FMJK1H55BE
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2011 FORD Expedition. The contact stated that while driving, there was a burning odor coming from the vehicle. The contact stated at the time she did not see any smoke coming from her vehicle, so she assumed it was the outside. The contact stated that once she parked her vehicle, she sat inside the vehicle for approximately one hour before she exited the vehicle. The contact stated that when she came back to her vehicle, it was filled with smoke. The contact stated that the wires from the rear, middle row, passengers seat, on the driver's side of the vehicle had been burning. The contact stated that it did not cause a fire, however, it did melt the foam inside the seat. The contact stated the wires inside the seat were also melted. The dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 177,000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-03-04
- VIN: 1FMJU1J59BE
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: NO REVERSE LIGHTS, NO BACK UP LIGHTS, NO POWER TO THE REVERSE LIGHT BULBS.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-01
- VIN: 1FMJU1H57BE
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD EXPEDITION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT-OFF AND WENT INTO LIMP MODE. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CONTINUED DRIVING TO HIS DESTINATION. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE THROTTLE BODY POSITIONING SENSOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FAILURE RECURRED WHILE ACCELERATING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE SAME MECHANIC BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 179,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-09
- VIN: 1FMJU1J56BE
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: LLOSS OF STEERING CONTROL WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-01
- VIN: 1FMJK1H55BE
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND IT READS CHECK FUEL FILL INLET? IF I CAN FIND SOMEONE TO TURN IT OFF THEY WILL CLEAR IT BUT WITHIN A WEEK IT IS BACK ON. *TR
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-09
- VIN: 1FMJK2A57BE
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: DRIVERS RETRACTABLE RUNNING BOARD MALFUNCTIONS GOING UP AND EXTENDING. THE RUNNING BOARD HAS STOPPED MIDWAY DURING EXTENSION AND HAVE CAUSED OCCUPANTS TO FALL DUE TO THE RUNNING BOARD SUDDENLY COLLAPSING TO NORMAL HEIGHT WITH WEIGHT OF THE OCCUPANT ON THE RUNNING BOARD. RETRACTION OF THE RUNNING BOARDS IS ROUGH AND MAY TAKE SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO RETRACT. THE VEHICLE IS WELL MAINTAINED BY THE DEALERSHIP. THERE ARE NO LUBRICATION POINTS TO ENABLE MAINTENANCE OF THE RUNNING BOARDS. AT THIS TIME THE RUNNING BOARDS ARE TURNED OFF AND ARE IN THE RETRACTED POSITION. THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY ON A STREET OR PARKING LOT AND THE DRIVER AND LEFT PASSENGER DOORS ARE OPENED/CLOSED FOR ENTERING OR EXITING THE VEHICLE. THIS ONLY HAPPENS TO DRIVER SIDE RUNNING BOARD. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN ON-GOING FOR THE PAST YEAR. THE DEALERSHIP HAS USED A SPRAY LUBRICANT ON THE HINGES OF THE RUNNING BOARD BUT IT IS A SHORT TERM FIX FOR A LONG TERM ISSUE. THERE HAS BEEN NO DAMAGE TO THE RUNNING BOARDS, NO ADJUSTMENT TO THE RUNNING BOARD MOTOR OR MECHANISM. THE RUNNING BOARD MOTOR APPEARS TO OVER OR UNDER TRAVEL AND DOES NOT MOVE THE RUNNING BOARD TO THE CORRECT LOCATION IN THE MOVEMENT CYCLE. *TR
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-05
- VIN: 1FMJK1H56BE
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: CAMSHAFT ROLLER BEARINGS SEIZED AND SCORED THE CAMSHAFT, REQUIRING A TOP END REPLACEMENT. THE VEHICLE HAD LESS THAN 95000 MILES. THIS THE SECOND EXPEDITION REQUIRING THIS ENGINE WORK. MY FIRST EXPEDITION REQUIRED A COMPLETE ENGINE REPLACEMENT DUE TO THE SAME ISSUE
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-01
- VIN: 1FMJK2A54BE
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WINTER 2019, PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WOULD NOT STAY CLOSED. APPEARS TO ONLY HAPPEN WHEN TEMPERATURES ARE BELOW FREEZING. STARTED TO HAPPEN ON DRIVERS SIDE A DAY LATER. I'VE NOTICED WATER INSIDE ON THE SILL PLATE OF THE VEHICLE AFTER IT RAINS. I SUSPECT WATER IS MAKING IT'S WAY INTO THE DOOR. THE ISSUE HAS RETURNED. TRIED TO GET WARRANTY REPAIRS FROM ORIGINAL DEALERSHIP BUT HAS GONE UNANSWERED. APPEARS THIS IS A KNOW ISSUE AND REPAIRS ARE COVERED BY AN EXTENDED WARRANTY. WHICH I DID NOT GET. WORKING WITH BBB AND FORD CORPORATE ON THAT ISSUE. THE PASSENGER DOOR WAS NOT FIXED EITHER.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-01
- VIN: 1FMJK2A54BE
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DOOR CLOSED SENSOR IS FAULTY AND SOUNDS LIKE THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH FORD BUT A RECALL WON'T HAPPEN TILL MORE PEOPLE COMPLAIN. I AM MAKING MY COMPLAINT OFFICIAL. ALSO SEEKING WARRANTY REPAIRS FROM THE ORIGINAL DEALERSHIP SINCE THE ISSUE HAS RETURNED.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-16
- VIN: 1FMJK1K56BE
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON AN EXIT RAMP AND THE SUNROOF SHATTERED.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-12
- VIN: 1FMEU17W21L
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: UPON ENGAGING THE CRUISE CONTROL WHILE IN MOTION AT 65MPH (HIGHWAY) AND GOING UP A BRIDGE THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITH ACCELERATOR BEING STUCK ON THE FLOOR (BOTTOMED OUT) BRAKING BECAME INEFFECTIVE AT THAT SPEED. AFTER A MAJOR EFFORT WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER. PUTTING IN NEUTRAL MADE THE VEHICLE IDLE AT VERY HIGH RPM, DID NOT DISENGAGE THE ACCELERATOR. ONLY AFTER SHUTTING THE ENGINE OFF IN N AND PUTTING THE VEHICLE IN P FOLLOWED BY RESTARTING SOLVED THE ISSUE. SECOND TIME THIS OCCURRED WAS AT 55MPH (LOCAL HIGHWAY) FLAT ROAD, SAME OBSERVATIONS. BRIEFLY DISCONNECTING AND RECONNECTING CONTACT DID NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM. VERY HIGH IDLE IN N AND ONLY AFTER PUTTING THE VEHICLE IN P AFTER SHUTTING DOWN, THE PHENOMENON WAS RESOLVED. ONLY OBSERVED WHILE USING CRUISE CONTROL. IN BOTH CONDITIONS ROAD WAS DRY WITH NO PRECIPITATION
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-17
- VIN: 1FMJU1J55BE
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: ALUMINUM LIFT GATE PAINT IS CRACKING AND PEELING SIMIAR TO ALL OTHER YEARS OF EXPEDITION. PREVIOUS AND POST YEARS CONTINUE TO HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. NOT A FLUKE OR ONE OFF IN PAINT PREPARATION DEFECTS.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-12
- VIN: 1FMJU2A53BE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: ON DECEMBER 12, 2017, WHILE TRAVELING AT 75 MPH ON THE INTERSTATE WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL SET, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD. WITHIN SECONDS FOLLOWING THE SURGE, THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY DOWNSHIFTED CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL AND NEARLY A ROLL OVER ACCIDENT. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE IN ANY GEAR. TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF AND ON 2 TIMES ALLOWED THE VEHICLE TO MOVE AGAIN. THE DEALER REPLACED THE CONTROL MODULE IN THE TRANSMISSION AS A RESULT. MY COST WAS $100 SINCE WE STILL HAVE AN ACTIVE WARRANTY.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-06
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD EXPEDITION. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF ALL FUNCTIONALITY EXCEPT THE BRAKES. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE, KEPT THE ENGINE RUNNING, AND WAITED A FEW SECONDS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO DRIVE HOME. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FUTURE FORD LINCOLN (650 AUTOMALL DR, ROSEVILLE, CA 95661, (888) 656-7577) AND THEY REFEREED THE CONTACT TO THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER REFERRED THE CONTACT TO NHTSA TO FILE A COMPLAINT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 152,204. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-14
- VIN: 1FMJU1H55BE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL SET AT 78MPH, THE REAR TIRES ON OUR 2011 EXPEDITION SUDDENLY LOCKED UP, SKIDDING THE TIRES AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO FISHTAIL SHE HAD NO CONTROL OF STEERING OR ACCELERATION. WHEN THE VEHICLE REACHED APPROXIMATELY 35MPH THE TIRES RELEASED AND SHE WAS ABLE TO STEER INTO THE MEDIAN. AT THIS POINT, SHE COULD NOT MOVE THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS A PICTURE OF A WRENCH ON THE DASHBOARD. WHEN SHE WAS COMPLETELY STOPPED, SHE PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK AND SAT FOR A FEW MINUTES. SHE THEN ATTEMPTED TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE, BUT SHE HAD NO POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING, BUT SHE WAS UNABLE TO ACCELERATE IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. SHE HAD TO CALL FOR A TOW TRUCK. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED HOME, I GOT IN IT AND STARTED IT, THEN NOTICED THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ON. I TURNED THAT LIGHT OFF ON THE DASHBOARD, AND WAS ABLE TO DRIVE WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM. I DROVE IT TO A FORD DEALER, AND ALL THE MECHANIC COULD FIND WAS THAT THE REAR STRUTS WERE WORN OUT. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT OUR VEHICLE DID NOT THROW ANY HARD CODE, ONLY A SOFT CODE. HE SAID WE ARE BASICALLY DRIVING COMPUTERS NOW WITH ALL THE TECHNOLOGY. FORD MOTOR COMPANY INFORMED ME THAT THERE IS NO RECALL ON OUR VEHICLE, ONLY THE 2012 MODEL THAT HAS THE SAME ISSUE. AFTER TALKING WITH TWO DIFFERENT PEOPLE AT FORD MOTOR COMPANY, I WAS TOLD SORRY, IT IS NOT UNDER RECALL AND THERE IS NOTHING WE CAN DO. UPON INVESTIGATING FURTHER, WE FOUND OUT MY WIFE'S EXPEDITION WAS MANUFACTURED AT THE SAME PLANT IN KENTUCKY, MADE IN THE SAME YEAR AS THE RECALLED VEHICLES BUT 4 MONTHS EARLIER, AND HAS THE SAME TRANSMISSION (6R80) AS THE RECALLED 2012 EXPEDITIONS THAT STARTED PRODUCTION IN AUGUST OF 2011. HOPE NHTSB CAN INVESTIGATE BECAUSE WE CAN'T GET ANYWHERE WITH FORD.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-03
- VIN: 1FMJK1J52BE
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING 70MPH ON HWY 290 WHEN MY CAR SUDDENLY DOWNSHIFTED TO FIRST GEAR AND THEN THE WHEELS TOTALLY LOCKED UP. THIS CAUSED ME TO START SLIDING SIDEWAYS DOWN THE ROAD UNTIL I CAME TO A STOP. IT TURNED OUT THAT A COMPUTER MODULE REGULATING SHIFTING HAD GONE BAD. THIS ALSO CAUSED MY TRANSMISSION TO GO OUT AND NEED REPLACING.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-10
- VIN: 1FMJK1H53BE
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I WAS TRAVELING AT ABOUT 70 MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY DOWNSHIFT TWICE (FROM 6TH GEAR TO I THINK 3RD THEN 1ST GEAR) AND THE RPMS RED LINED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO JERK AND SLOW DOWN RAPIDLY. I LOST ALL ACCELERATION POWER AND WAS BARELY ABLE TO MAKE IT TO THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY. I COULD NOT GET ANY ACCELERATION IN ANY GEAR ONCE I WAS PULLED OVER. I TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF AND BACK ON AND IT WORK LIKE NOTHING EVER HAPPENED.
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-03
- VIN: 1FNJK1J52BE
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING 70 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY ON A STRAIGHT AWAY WHEN MY CAR SUDDENLY DOWNSHIFTED TO 2ND GEAR, THEN IMMEDIATELY TO 1ST GEAR AND THEN THE WHEELS LOCKED UP
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-16
- VIN: 1FMJU1G50BE
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: TIMING CHAIN NEEDS REPLACED AGAIN AFTER HAVING IT REPLACED 18 MONTHS AGO
Negative 2011 Ford Expedition car reviews
Positive 2011 Ford Expedition car reviews
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I purchased the 2010 EB/EL model for the extra space and options. It made the 3200 mile trip with golf clubs, tons of people and luggage a piece of cake! The ride was exceptional and the Navigation system is great. I am very pleased after three months of ownership and I hope it lasts.
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Your vehicle rides really well and has lots of room for passengers and cargo. It's a great choice for long trips. The fuel mileage is so-so, but considering what it is, it's not bad.
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This SUV is truly impressive! Ford has outdone themselves with this model. I purchased it for my wife, who was in need of a new vehicle, and she couldn't be happier. She previously drove a Dodge Grand Caravan 25th Anniversary SXT, which doesn't even compare to this car. There are so many amazing features to choose from, such as the contoured look, power running boards, air conditioned and heated seats, rear heated seats, power folding third row seats, Microsoft Sync (which is too cool!), and the wonderful DVD entertainment system and expansive moon roof. My daughter even said that she feels like she's being driven to school in a limo!
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We recently purchased a used 2011 Expedition and it has been a great fit for our needs. It rides and drives great, has plenty of storage, and overall we are very happy with it!
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I recently purchased a pre-owned Expedition and I absolutely love it! I looked at all the competition, including the QX56. However, in comparison to the Expedition, the QX felt tinny and the technology was lacking. The Expedition's biggest selling feature was the fact that parts like brakes and rotors are much more affordable than those of the Infinity. Additionally, with 4000 Ford dealers across the country compared to only 500 Infinity dealers, it's much more convenient to get service for my Expedition. Plus, it feels great to buy American! In this day and age, I can't see myself buying a Japanese car as they just seem to be cheaply made...
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Ward Smitham 2024-11-17
This is my wife's dream car. After driving it for 2 weeks and taking a 3-hour road trip, I have to say that it is quite an expensive vehicle. As someone who has been a Ford enthusiast for years, I was disappointed with the 5.4 V8 engine's performance, even with 6 spd downshifts. While I loved my 97F150, this truck did not meet my expectations. It handles like a brick and wallows in the wind. Additionally, the recommended 7500 miles between oil changes may lead to increased engine wear, which is not covered by the warranty. This could result in excessive oil leakage and low compression before 100k miles. Lastly, the front headrest is uncomfortable and nonadjustable. However, I understand that everyone has different preferences and experiences. Thank you for letting me share mine.
Logan Lind 2024-11-14
I purchased this vehicle in November 2009, and unfortunately experienced some issues with the electronics that required a two-week repair. In January 2010, the heated seats stopped working, and in April, the sunroof would not open. While these issues have been disappointing, I remain confident in the overall reliability of this vehicle.
Edd Weimann 2024-09-11
I experienced a computer malfunction in my brand new vehicle, which disabled the ABS and directional signals, and detected a system fault in the navigation. The vehicle is currently being serviced by the dealer and is expected to be ready by Thursday, after a week in service. As a loyal Ford customer, this has been a disappointing experience for me.
Arvel Kuhn 2024-08-01
I bought my Expedition with high hopes, big engine, nice looks, and some high-end equipment, and for $56,000 I couldn't beat it. After dealing with the tedious process of negotiating, I left the lot with my new car. Immediately, I noticed that the steering felt quite numb. I mean, it's a truck, so I didn't expect it to be sporty, but I was hoping for some feel. My other major dislike about this car is that the interior quality isn't the greatest. There are uneven gaps, poor materials, and hard surfaces, which is something I wasn't expecting for almost 60k. Overall, I've put almost 90,000 miles on my Expedition, and the resale value is looking good. It still feels put together. If you're in the market for a full-size SUV, I would recommend taking a look at it. However, I would much more recommend the Lincoln Navigator, GMC Yukon, or the Chevy Tahoe or Suburban.
Graham Witting 2024-04-22
This is the third expedition that I have owned. Although I have been experiencing some issues with my vehicle, I have found that Ford's customer service has remained consistent since 2003. Despite having to visit 3 dealerships and 6 shops, the staff at Ford have been friendly and helpful throughout the process. While there is still a vibration in the front end after 800 miles, the team at Ford has been working hard to address the issue and have even replaced a faulty tire. I appreciate their efforts and am confident that they will continue to work with me until the issue is resolved. Thank you, Ford, for your dedication to customer satisfaction!