2005 FORD EXPEDITION — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

452

Owner Complaints

22 Crashes 6 Fires

5

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

15

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2005 FORD EXPEDITION

The 2005 FORD EXPEDITION has received a total of 452 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. 15 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (72 complaints), Vehicle Speed Control (61 complaints), and Engine (57 complaints).

Recalls for the 2005 FORD EXPEDITION

NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 2005 FORD EXPEDITION, potentially affecting up to 432,883 vehicles.

Recall 09E012000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 16,270 vehicles affected

Defect: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

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Recall 06E056000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

| 58,640 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.

Consequence: FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.

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Recall 06E023000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

| 292,000 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: ANZO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ANZO USA AT 909-468-3688.

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Recall 06E026000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 61,944 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

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Recall 06E064000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING

| 4,029 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.

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Owner Complaints for the 2005 FORD EXPEDITION

452 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2005 FORD EXPEDITION. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Electrical System
Complaints: 72 1 Crash 3 Fires
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 61 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Engine
Complaints: 57 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 38
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 32 1 Fire
Power Train
Complaints: 29
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 20
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 13 1 Crash
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 9
Steering
Complaints: 9
Structurebody
Complaints: 9
Service Brakes
Complaints: 8
Air Bags
Complaints: 7 5 Crashes 12 Injuries
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 6
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 6
Tires
Complaints: 6 2 Crashes
Structure
Complaints: 5
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 5 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
Complaints: 4 1 Crash
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 4
Wheels
Complaints: 4
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 3
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 3
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 3
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 2 2 Crashes 6 Injuries
Equipment
Complaints: 2
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 2
Seats
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 1 Injury
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Child Seat
Complaints: 1
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 1
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemsoftware
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systeminjectors
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkageshatchbackliftgatelock
Complaints: 1
Parking Brake
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Power Traintransfer Case 4 Wheel Drive
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 1
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgate
Complaints: 1
Suspension
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Tirespressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Complaints: 1
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 1
Visibility
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
Complaints: 1
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11576940 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
Engine Missing
#11576940 | ENGINE | | N/A miles
Engine Missing
#11531329 | ENGINE | | 89,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the contact was notified of an engine misfire. The spark plugs were replaced. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the brake pedal became stiff, and the vehicle failed to immediately stop. Additionally, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and stalled. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the spark plugs, and the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000.
#11331020 | TIRES | | 130,000 miles
COOPER TIRES 265/70/17 DISCOVERER M+S. BELT SEPARATION AND TIRE DEFORMITY ON 3 OF 4 TIRES IN THE LAST 1000 MILES. 2 FAILED WITHIN THE LAST 200 MILES. IN MOTION, HIGHWAY. . SEVERE VIBRATION OCCURRED. (THINK PAINT MIXER) LOW USE 80% TREAD REMAINS. MAX USE OF 3K MILES PER YEAR BUT NOT ALL YEARS. PURCHASED IN 2013. DOT RM1Y C6J 2412 COOPER CUSTOMER SERVICE CLAIMS I DIDN'T USE THEM ENOUGH. *TR
#11331020 | WHEELS | | 130,000 miles
COOPER TIRES 265/70/17 DISCOVERER M+S. BELT SEPARATION AND TIRE DEFORMITY ON 3 OF 4 TIRES IN THE LAST 1000 MILES. 2 FAILED WITHIN THE LAST 200 MILES. IN MOTION, HIGHWAY. . SEVERE VIBRATION OCCURRED. (THINK PAINT MIXER) LOW USE 80% TREAD REMAINS. MAX USE OF 3K MILES PER YEAR BUT NOT ALL YEARS. PURCHASED IN 2013. DOT RM1Y C6J 2412 COOPER CUSTOMER SERVICE CLAIMS I DIDN'T USE THEM ENOUGH. *TR

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Safety Rating for the 2005 FORD EXPEDITION

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2005 FORD EXPEDITION in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2005 FORD EXPEDITION

Ford Motor Company has issued 15 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2005 FORD EXPEDITION. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

SSM 46085 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate when reading these PIDs and cannot display quickly enough to validate a concern. The PCM...

TSB-09-19-12 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

FORD: SOME HYBRID VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT RED TRIANGLE ON AND STOP SAFELY NOW MESSAGE DISPLAYED ON THE MESSAGE CENTER, ACCOMPANIED BY A SUDDEN RPM LOSS/NO START WITH A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1A0C. *PE

06317 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

BRAKE SHUDDER. *TT

05198 — VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER

REAR WINDOW WIPER INOPERATIVE. *TT

18711 — POWER TRAIN

A CLUNK/THUMP NOISE FROM THE REAR WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS ENGAGED OR SHIFTED, DURING A CHANGE IN VEHICLE DIRECTION OR ON ACCELERATION. *TT

0584 — SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

CLIMATE CONTROL SEAT HEAT FUNCTION INOPERATIVE - VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO 3/24/2005. *TT

05161 — POWER TRAIN

CLUNK/GRIND/THUMP NOISE FROM REAR OF VEHICLE WHEN TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTED - VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE 6/13/2005. *TT

18512 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

INTERMITTENT CONCERNS OF MIL ON WITH VARIOUS DTCS HARD START LONG CRANK RUNS ROUGH AND OR NO CRANK. *EH OASIS APRIL 2005. *TT

18451 — TIRES

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM. *EH

18419 — SEATS

CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEAT HEATING INOPERATIVE. *EH

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2005 FORD EXPEDITION

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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