Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
97V171000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 07/22/1996 to 08/22/1997V (Vehicle)86600010/20/1997ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY10/07/199710/10/1997
Defect SummaryVehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multi-purpose passenger vehicles. if the automatic transmission shift cable assembly was not fully attached to the steering column bracket, the shift cable assembly can come out of the bracket. the vehicle operator would then not be able to shift the transmission from one of the drive gear positions into the park position even though the gear shift selector would indicate park.
Consequence SummaryThe condition would not allow a disengagement of the transmission from the park position or affect proper neutral start switch operation. unintended vehicle movement could occur if the parking brake was not set.
Corrective SummaryDealers will make the proper attachment of the transmission shift control cable to the steering column bracket and add a tie strap to that connection.
NotesOwner notification is expected to begin october 20, 1997.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
POWER TRAIN
463108/01/1998615169Brief information on vehicles exhibit vibration at cruise over 50 mph. *tt01/03/2001
1374501/01/2000612742Some vehicles may experience a condition of no 4 x 4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4 x 4 low range. *mjs06/12/2000
98317002/17/1998607419Concerns with codes p0500, p0503, p1501 or p1503 which may be caused my a loose speedometer drive gear. *tt09/22/1999
994303/08/1999604751Information regarding reprogramming powertrain control modules (pcms). *tt05/11/1999
BC517796100110/01/199650456Information for concerns os speedometer, speed control inop & vss (vehicle speed sensor) dtc's. *tt04/24/1997
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
1574903/01/2002636384Some vehicles equipped with 4 wheel drive may exhibit a notchy or sticking feeling in slow speed turns with no effect on steering efforts or assist while in the automatic 4x4 position. *tt11/07/2002
9915207/26/1999608431Information on the new flush and fill tool available through rotunda. *tt01/05/2001
001501/10/2000612203Information regarding the new transmission cooler flusher- service tip. *mjs06/06/2000
735311/01/1999610785Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of no 4x4 low range engagement or a stuck in 4x4 low range, with no diagnostic trouble codes stored in the gem module. *tt05/15/2000
9816804/07/2000609737Transmission- e40d/4r100-1989-99-main controls, separator plates and separator plate gaskets usage chart. yd04/07/2000
710009/01/19996090448Information regarding transmission trouble codes. *mjs03/20/2000
999605/17/1999606428Experiencing a delayed or no 2-3 upshift, primarily when the transmission is cold on vehicles with ford qality remanufactured (fqr) 4r70w transmission exchange units with julian build between 062-97 and 040-99. *tt08/20/1999
9812301/19/1998605599Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) 62, 628, and / or 1728 may be stored in memory. *tt07/13/1999
994603/08/1999604762Concerns with transmission fluid leaking at radiator. *tt06/01/1999
98254404/01/1998603561Some motor home vehicles equipped with e4od transmissions may experience hydraulic system malfunctions after replacing the transmission case. *yc02/24/1999
988804/27/1998601238Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc07/10/1998
BC222697050105/01/199752770Servicing tip - transmission - there are two different size direct clutch steel plates when servicing 4r44e or 5r55e transmissions. *tw09/12/1997
BC230797050105/01/199752803Loss of some accessories such as driver's power window function when the transmission is shifted out of park or neutral. *tw09/12/1997
9751103/03/199751945Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd07/17/1997
BC005397020101/02/199751022Some 1995 and all 1996 and 1997 vehicles with e40d transmissions have been built with a reusable elastomeric transmission fluid pan gasket. *jd06/27/1997
BC101539702001/02/199751218Vehicles with e4od transmissions have been built with a reusable elastomeric transmission fluid pan gasket. *jd06/27/1997
96241011/18/199650909Transmission - e40d - 4r70w - 4r44e - 5r55e - new digital transmission range sensor - diagnosis service tip. *tw06/17/1997
96241811/18/199650916Transmission - e40d - revised design forward planet thrust washer - service tip. *tw06/17/1997
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
04210712/13/200404241410014086General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt04/28/2005
9709029718309/02/199754069Experiencing difficulties with the malfunction indicator lamp (mil). *yc03/30/1998
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES
0314807/21/200310003748New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt10/29/2003
00231011/13/2000616522Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system. *tt03/05/2001
98161304/07/2000609748Transmission fluid leaks at radiator. yd04/07/2000
994601/01/1999606733Concerns with transmission fluid leaking at the radiator. *tt09/01/1999
9741002/17/199751694Transmission- e4od- cooler bypass valve service during transmission overhaul- service tip. *jd06/27/1997
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - COLUMN SHIFT
0116608/20/2001624099Some vehicles may exhibit water in the transfer case, this could cause low range 4x4 lamp to illuminate, short of transfer case switch, or windshield wipers to be erratic or inoperative. *slc11/01/2001
512812/01/1998615325Some vehicles with electronic shift on the fly 4x4 systems may stick in 4x4 low. engineering is investigating. *tt01/13/2001
1350511/01/1999614630All 4x4 vehicles with electronic shift onthe fly transfer cases will display contact plate pids opposite of the 1999 or earlier workshop manual indicates when using ngs with 15.0 level or later software. *tt11/29/2000
98512811/01/1998613268Some vehicles with electronic shift on the fly 4x4 systems may stick in 4x4 low. *tt06/20/2000
BC516896100110/01/199650448Procedure for resolving the concern of water entry into the transfer case. *tt04/24/1997
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - PARK/NEUTRAL START SWITCH
0118109/17/2001625715Brake shift interlock.*jb11/30/2001
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER
96261212/16/199650997Transaxle - torque converter replacement guidelines and torque converter/transaxle cooling system cleaning procedures - service tip. *tw06/17/1997
9624911/18/199650908Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw06/17/1997
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
0561804/01/200510017892Rear axle noise repair. *tt12/06/2005
1279705/01/1999607111Addressing concerns of a low speed (under 35 mph) clicking noise caused by a cage nut rocking on the cotter pin for the front axle half shaft spindle. *tt01/05/2001
462808/01/1998615164Some vehicles may exhibit rear axle noise. *tt01/02/2001
98307402/27/1998607369Concerns with axle wind-up and / or clunking, popping, ratcheting type noises when making cornering maneuvers. *tt09/21/1999
1290506/01/1999606937Some vehicles may experience axle wind up and / or clunking, popping, ratcheting type noises when making cornering maneuvers on vehicles equipped with a four wheel drive hi or low range mode. *tt09/08/1999
BC025497020101/02/1997510884x4 front axle is leaking through the vent tube. *jd06/27/1997
BC006596110111/01/1996508244x4 front axle leaking through vent tube. *tw06/17/1997
BC967496100110/01/199650534Light to moderate axle noise (axle whine) at 50 to 65 mph (80 to 105 kph) during accels, decels or cruise may be due to axle noise being transmitted from the axle into the vehicle. *tt05/27/1997
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE
1512308/01/2001624629Some vehicles may exhibit a driveline vibration at speeds between 60-70 mph. *slc11/08/2001
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
1589705/01/2002637779Subject regarding driveline angle-related vibration at various speeds and load conditions. *tt12/06/2002
9914307/12/1999608419Some 4x4 vehicles built with center disconnect front axles may exhibit a moaning noise from the front differential while operating in 4x2 mode. *tt11/24/1999
99611305/01/1999606979Experiencing front differential noise. *tt09/09/1999
99613905/01/1999606989Concerns with front differential noise. *tt09/09/1999
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT
98-472509/01/1998607138Vibration at cruise over 50 mph. *ak11/02/2000
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - UNIVERSAL JOINT
1257203/01/1999605296Vehicles may exhibit a high speed driveline vibration. *tt06/07/1999
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION
97111097231311/10/199753669A new design transmission case and extension housing has been released. *yc03/30/1998
9709029718709/02/199754073Some vehicles may stall when the transmission is placed into gear. *yc03/30/1998
BC969496100110/01/199650552Information on vehicles that may exhibit a slight delay in the first drive away after the vehicle has been parked overnight, or for a longer period of time. *tt05/27/1997
BC069496102310/23/199650366Information for recreational towing (all wheels on the ground). *tt04/24/1997
BC084496100810/08/199650429E4od trans may emit a tick/rattle noise when driving at light loads in 1st gear at 1100 to 1800 rpm rpm. *tt04/24/1997
BC075396101710/17/1996503924x4 vehicles may exhibit a grinding noise while shifting into 4l. *tt04/24/1997
POWER TRAIN - TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
BC005397230101/23/199751405Some 1995 and all 1996 and 1997 vehicles with e4od transmissions have been built with a reusable elastomeric transmission fluid pan gasket. *jd06/27/1997
BC101299702001/02/199751193Driveline rattle over bumps. *jd06/27/1997
BC012197020101/02/199751032Driveline rattle over bumps. *jd06/27/1997

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
POWER TRAIN
01/17/2012160000
 Tl* the contact owns a 1997 ford expedition. the contact viewed nhtsa campaign id number: 97v171000, power train, automatic transmission, gear position indication (prndl) and stated the vehicle would not properly shift into park gear. when she tried to shift into park, the vehicle would roll. she had to apply the brake pedal, shift into neutral gear, get out of the vehicle and push it back into the driveway while forcing the gear into park. when she tried to start the vehicle it failed to start unless it was in neutral gear. the vehicle was not repaired. the dealer was notified and stated there were no recalls. the manufacturer was notified and stated they would document the call; otherwise, there was nothing they could do. the failure mileage was 160,000.
01/17/2012160000
 Tl- the contact owns a 1997 ford expedition. the contact viewed nhtsa campaign id number: 97v171000, power train, automatic transmission, gear position indication (prndl) and stated the vehicle would not properly shift into park gear. when she tried to shift into park, the vehicle would roll. she had to apply the brake pedal, shift into neutral gear, get out of the vehicle and push it back into the driveway while forcing the gear into park. when she tried to start the vehicle it failed to start unless it was in neutral gear. the vehicle was not repaired. the dealer was notified and stated there were no recalls. the manufacturer was notified and stated they would document the call; otherwise, there was nothing they could do. the failure mileage was 160,000. rvk
01/17/2012160000
 Tl- the contact owns a 1997 ford expedition. the contact looked on the computer and saw a recall for her vehicle. the nhtsa campaign id number: 97v171000, component: power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl). the contact stated the vehicle would not go into park correctly. when she tried to put it in park the vehicle would roll. she would have to to press on the brake and shift in the neutral and get out of the vehicle and push the vehicle back into the driveway and slam the shift into park. when she tried to start the engine, the vehicle would not start, she would then have to shift into neutral and then the engine would start. the vehicle was not repaired. the dealer was notified and stated that there were no recalls. the manufacturer was notified and informed that they would document the call and that there was nothing they could do. the failure mileage was 160,000. ap
12/31/2011140000
 Tl-the contact owns a 1997 ford expedition. the contact stated that while the vehicle was idled in the driveway, he noticed that the exterior and interior lights were flashing, the stereo would turn on and off, and the door locks would lock and unlock. the contact unplugged the battery and the vehicle operated as normal. in addition, the contact stated that the transmission completely failed and the contact noticed water leaking in from the windshield onto the dashboard. both the dealer and manufacturer were notified, but denied any assistance with repairs of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 140,000 and current mileage was 197,000. sm.
12/31/2011140000
 Tl- the contact owns a 1997 ford expedition. the contact stated that while the vehicle was stalled in the driveway, the contact noticed the exterior and interior lights were flashing, the stereo would turn on and off, the door locks would lock and unlock. the contact unplugged the vehicle for the vehicle for the vehicle to stall normally. also, the transmission completely failed. the contact noticed a water leak coming from windshield onto the dash board. the dealer and manufacturer were notified, but denied any assistance with repair to the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 140,000 and current mileage was 197,000. nw
09/10/2011134000
 The rear lower trailing arms that hold the rear axle in place are made too thin and with corrosion will fail. this will cause the rear axle to move backward and break the drive shaft.
01/01/2007110000201/01/2001
 Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford expedition. the contact stated that the vehicle fails to start when he turns the ignition and the power locks fail to operate. the vehicle has been jump-started and tested and all of the components appeared to be working normally. the contact stated that the four wheel drive feature fails to engage, although the indicator on the instrument panel illuminates. he has not notified a local dealer or the manufacturer because the failures are intermittent. the engine size was unknown. the current mileage is 114,000 and failure mileage was 110,000.
12/21/20061
 I have a 1997 ford expedition which has had the following symptoms: the fan blower stays on while truck is off, the battery dies for no apparent reason after truck has sat unused for short periods, various lights on instrument panel come on and off while driving(including abs, airbag, all 4wd related lights, low wash, check engine), overdrive light blinks, speedometer doesn't work, truck doesn't accelerate and shift properly, radio comes on when truck is off. clicks and beeps can be heard sometimes when in use and off. the dealer said the gem and fuse box were damaged by water leaking from windshield. they replaced parts(for $600 and told me that i had to go and get the windshield fixed. i asked how they knew the water was certainly coming from windshield, and they said because of location etc. and i asked them what will happen if it rains after i pick it up and before it gets looked at. they said i'd be fine if it's within a few days (just don't wait a month). well i picked it upon the evening, and made an appointment for the next day for windshield. it rained overnight, though i even covered the area as best i could. i woke up to the radio blaring from my truck. i turned the truck on, shut it back off, radio still played so i shut its power off. as i drove to work, some of the other things started to happen again as well. i am not happy that (a) i have had to pay for ford's inadequate workmanship and (b) i now have to fight with them about what is going to happen now since the rain has already screwed it up again because they left it in my hands before the leak was fixed. that truck never should have left their garage until it was taken care of. i don't know why they couldn't do it themselves, but they could have at least had the glass company come and do it there. this clearly is a common problem with expeditions, and i think ford should be forced to do something about it. electrical malfunctions are not something to let. *nm
02/17/20031
 When the gear was shifted into drive, the vehicle accelerated in reverse, which caused a minor accident. *jb
05/09/2001111/01/1996
 Odometer failed. *ak
08/01/1998108/01/1998
 Speedometer malfunctioning. *yc
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
09/17/2008137000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford expedition. the contact stated that the vehicle could not be shifted out of the park position. the manufacturer stated that her vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 97v171000 (power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)); therefore, the contact would be responsible for the repair costs. the vehicle has not yet been repaired. the failure and current mileages were 137,000.
08/27/2008107000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford expedition. the contact stated that she was unable to shift the transmission from one of the drive gear positions into park, even though the gear shift selector indicated that it was in park. as a result, she experiences unintended vehicle movement. the dealer stated that her vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 97v171000 (power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)). the contact would be responsible for the repair costs. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure and current mileages were 107,000.
07/05/20042
 Parked the vehicle early in the day at around 11:00 am and notified of fire in building. no witness to fire until fire department arrived. cruise control was not working properly. it was intermittent. also, transmission was having trouble. no after market equipment. the fire spread to the building where the vehicle was parked. will e-mail pictures and vin to bruce york.*ak
08/30/20041
 Consumer stated vehicle got stuck in first gear. shifter will not move. consumer managed to get the vehicle home, and vehicle was not drivable. a recall on the transmission cable was issued, but this vehicle was not involved in the recall due to vin. *ak
02/15/2004164568105/13/1997
 Vehicle was placed in park. while the vehicle was running it jumped out of park into reverse and rolled down a hill into some metal poles which stopped the vehicle. this occurred on private property and there was no other damage to property or person other than the rear door panel of the vehicle which was damaged by the impact. the shift lever of the vehicle will not go into park properly now and appears to be somewhat loose. i have an invoice that indicates work was done under warranty to correct a problem with the shifting cable on 12/29/1997, but the dealer and ford claim no such work was ever done. *jb
09/15/20031130001
 Vehicle was idling in park on a slight incline when suddenly vehicle jumped in drive and rolled down an embankment. the vehicle collided with several trees, causing the vehicle to be totaled. parking brake was not on at the time of the incident, nor was there any one in the vehicle. *ak
08/28/20021
 When i take off the gas is sticky and takes alot to get it going, when turning from stop my rear end vibrates like it's going to fall off. aready had the transmission replaced by the dealer ship i got the car from. driver side window clunks when rolling down, motor makes a knocking noise when cold. i just don't expect this kind of problems when you pay alot of money for a nice car.*ak
03/28/2002
 While driving vehicle will jump out of gear. put vehicle in park, unable to get it out of park ,and wouldn't start.*ak
305/01/2000
 Vehickles stuck in 4x4 low range, with no diagnostic trouble codes sored in th gem module. *ak
 Intermittently vehicle will stall out and die when coming to a stop due to transmission sensor. a recall has been issued on vehicle's make and model. however, this vehicle was not included due to vin.*ak
05/01/20011
 Engine check light comes on and blinks when vehicle is first started up and goes above a certain mileage. vehicle doesn't accelerate as before, it feels sluggish. ford had no suggestions,and there is no recall for problem.*ak *jb
09/15/1999
 Reporting vehicle been experiencing problem with transmission slipping out of gear until it becomes non- operational. believed this condition is due to a manufacturer's defect at 59,000 mile of wears. can nhtsa provide information or help in this matter.
03/14/1998
 After car is started it will not shift into gear, manufacturer has a bypass in manual to drive. but when safety switch is by passed it allows cruise control to be used. when brakes are hit the cruise control will not disengage. dealer aware o problem. repairwork has been done. manufacturer not aware. *ak
01/30/19981
 Transmission shift cable failed causing vehicle to jump into gear and accelerated after recall work was performed resulting in an accident.
08/24/1998312/01/1997
 While driving vehicle, the transmission will go into neutral and stay there. this has happened on three occasions, late july and august. ford has no solution to problem. ford told me i would have to drive it until it breaks down. *ak
01/09/199910/01/1996
 Unexpectedly lost drive tran while traveling on us route 1 highway, going 35 mph, in bad whether conditions.
12/08/1997109/04/1997
 Transmission locked up causing loss of control and near accident.
07/13/1998112/26/1996
 While idling in park transmission jumped out of park gear into reverse, damaging door and knocking consumer to the ground. qcaw
 Vehicle jumped out of park while it was turned off, causing the vehicle to roll over, resulting in personal injuries. *ak
04/11/19970
 Went to start vehicle, would not shift into gear, called ford and was told to call tow co. at ford was told to shift into neutral after hearing click, had no brake lights. on 1st click put into neutral & started vehicle; will not start in another gear. *ak
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
1
 Control trac system malfunctions. yh
12/01/1997109/01/1997
 The complete engine failure occured gradually..the dealer never was able to diagnosis it until coolant in cylinders 1 and 4 caused the vehicle to not start. the control-trac is very disconcerting since the traction control system will not stay in 4 wheel drive when it has been selected to do so. i have turned this vehicle in for servicing for this problem on 8 occasions with no resolution....
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - COOLING UNIT AND LINES
10/18/200684000107/01/2000
 The steel lines connection the transmission to a transmission cooler rusted out and failed resulting in a loss of fluid. this causes it to start slipping and almost get stuck in traffic. i had to cut out several bad sections of steel line and replace them. note that the filler tube to replace the fluid also rusted out. *jb
03/31/200678000207/01/2000
 I was braking and brake pedal sank to the floor. it turned out steel hydraulic brake lines had failed. i had all of them replaced in about 3/06 for a cost of $1000. i did not replace at the time the master cylinder to abs lines. they failed on 11/23/2006 and i have retained them. if these components had failed at highway speeds it could have been potentially deadly. note that my 1994 taurus sho had a similar failure. this vehicle has also had the transmission cooler steel lines fail and other severe undercarriage rust problems. *jb
10/15/20001
 Two transmission oil line fittings that are located on the radiator worked loose, causing the lower radiator hose to swell and potentially rupture. transmission is burning on the engine from getting thrown back by radiator fan. *ak
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
05/05/2009166000
 Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford expedition. the contact stated that he is unable to shift the transmission from one of the drive gear positions into the park position. the failure occurred even though the gear shift selector would indicate park, which allows unintended vehicle movement. the manufacturer stated that they were not responsible for any repairs since the vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign id number 97v171000 (power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)). the vehicle has not been repaired according to the recall. the failure and current mileages were 166,000.
11/30/2003120000104/12/1999
 Problem with gear shift on 1997 ford expedition. the problem is a sticking shifter that won't allow the vehicle to placed in park. therefore, the vehicle can't be properly secured and/or restarted since the vehicle can't be shifted to the start postion. the indicator indicates p for park but the transmission is still in reverse. vehicle must be shifted to neutral for starting giving the opportunity for potential roll offs. could be related to nhtsa campaign # 97v-171nsa-111 although local dealer states my vehicle id doesn't fall under this recall. local certifed mechanic states the problem is in the actual cable that be the result of vehicle recall defect. he has personnally fixed 3-5 of these defects within the last 3 months in a small rural shop.*ak
02/01/1998
 Transmission would not shift up or down, repaired as per tsb 980920, then replaced.gear shifter would not release from park, re-started many times and eventuall able to shift.essentially over the course of 6 visits the entire component has been replaced and is now returned.front fenders were curled in, paint defects with rust spots and paint clumps.
104/01/1997
 Shift linkage system failed, prior to recall notice (97v171000). *yc
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - COLUMN SHIFT
01/13/20051300001
 Recall campaign: nhtsa campaign 97v171000/ transmission cable assembly. vehicle will not allow disengagement of the transmission from the park position or it will effect the proper neutral start switch operation. owner contacted the manufacturer and was informed that the service on this vehicle was serviced by a ford dealer in indiana. however, as per the current owner, this problem is still occurring. provide further details. *nm
06/28/2000103/01/1997
 At slow speed in 4 wheel drive going through a mud puddle, the flange that extends from the rear axle shaft on which the disc brake caliper is mounted, broke in such a fashion that three of the bolts fell off releasing the caliper to fall against the tire. in addition, the brake line separated and the brake fluid reservoir emptied. the parking brake cable was also severed and nonfunctional. no object was hit to create the problem and was confirmed by the fact that there is no other damage other than this flange. it appears, for now, that the flange cracked releasing the disc caliper assembly which then must have rotated around until the brakeline severed. the failure of the flange would therefore appear to be a manufacturing defect in the quality of the material that makes up the flange (weak steel?). what may be of concern is a similar occurence at high speeds
02/22/200040
 While driving vehicle started making noises, and driveshaft vibrated. felt as if it was about to fall off when driving about 40 mph. also, transfer case will need to be replaced. *ak
01/06/2000408/01/1997
 The indicator light will turn off and on intermittently. vehicle will also make the same clicking noise that it makes when switching to 4-wheel drive. *ak
06/05/19971
 The transmision shift cable assembly failed prior to notice resulting in vehicle collision when consumer was testing 4-wheel drive causing vehicle to slide sideways into tree.
08/01/199703/18/1997
 Driver lost control of vehicle, ran off the road into an embankment and driver was ejected out of vehicle. the airbag didn't deploy. also, transmission shift indicator has a lot of play and is off when selecting a gear. *ak
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - PARK/NEUTRAL START SWITCH
08/24/20011
 Vehicle was idling in park when transmission shifted into reverse and took off, colliding into two other vehicles. shift lever was still in park position after vehicle had stopped.*ak the other two vehicles were totaled, manufacturer stated they have no responsibilites regarding this incident. *et
08/26/2001
 Dealer refused to correct recall 97v171000 concerning automatic transmission cable assembly. dealer insisted that recall repairs were alrerady done. consumer stated that problem mentioned in recall was the same that consumer's vehicle was expierencing. please provide any further infomation.*ak
 When key is between off and on shift lever can be moved out of park and emergency brake cannot stop vehicle from rolling backwards. please provide further information.*ak
 When the key is turned towards the start position gears can be shifted without applying the brakes. dealer has vehicle currently. *ak
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER
08/01/1999210/01/1998
 Torque converter vane separated destroying entire transmission 5.4ltr engine
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
05/13/200265000902/17/1999
 Paint and finish on roof of vehicle peeling, cracking, flaking off - oxidation from rust, ruining entire outer car surface - have been advised that primer coat was either missed or skimped during the production process... ford will not address this issue - one male rep from ford stated: the paint job is only supposed to last 2 years not an acceptable answer...also, child safety locks engage themselves, thus preventing occupants in rear seats to exit vehicle, can cause injury or death in an emergency situation... also, vehicle rear wheels and or axels chatter at low speed turns... also, an audible hum in vehicle at normal highway speeds...also, audible squeaking from interior side panels...ford dealer states: cause cannot be located...also, leather seats have cracked and show signs of abnormal wear - this is apparant in all leather seat coverings but especially in the front bucket or captain seats...ford states warranty for vehicle no longer covers -engine has had several episodes of misfiring of revving on it's own - has been explained away as a computer problem or a sensor problem - always at cost to consumer...check engine light has come on on numerous occasions, using previous explanations as stated previously. have numerous invoices for replacements of sensors, computer chips, etc.*ak
03/16/2000103/01/2000
 The first time we took the expedition on the road, 180 miles into the trip we pulled into a gas station and noticed liquid on the ground by the front axle and found it had pumped app. 1/2 of the front axles grease out. i contacted the company and they have a technical bulletin out about that and it was suppose to be fixed under warranty. they said since it was not fixed under warranty and i did not buy it from a ford dealer it was up to me to fix it. i called the local ford dealer(rozum motor co - 605-996-5614) and talked to brian per ford's instructions and he told me it would cost me about $500. if it pumps out all the grease while travelling down the road what happens if it ruins the front axle or even worse would lock up? i don't see how they can have a design problem and tell me i have to fix it especially when they admit they know of the problem! they say it only happens in about 1 out of a 1000 vehicles then why don't they fix those that spew grease out inadvertently as they say. *ak
11/01/19991
 Axle-front- lubricant leaking from front axle tube vent hose--issue oil is forced out the vent tube and sprayed oil all over right/front tire and disc brake and rotor. i paid to repaired it. ford had no concern about the safety problem. ford knows about the problem. there is a tsb (97-10-10). oil on the brake pads rotor and tire would cause a stopping problem . also oil based lubricants cause rubber parts (seals) to swell up on anti-lock brake system. ford would not pay to repair the factory built- in defect and would not acknowledge any safety problem. a new design axle tube is needed to correct the origional design flaw. oil coated tires and brakes do not stop well, and should be looked into before someone gets into an auto wreck. *ak
11/29/1999107/01/1997
 The transmission failed at 28169 miles(1/19/99 - 18 months after delivery), and the rear at 42407 miles(11/19/99 - 28 months after delivery). in my 41 years of driving, i have never heard of this kind of failures that fast. usually these failures occur after 10 or 15 years. i suggest it was a part failure, but ford will not honor the repairs, because i have gone beyond the 36,000 warrenty. i think ford should shoulder some of the $1700.00 cost, as a good will gesture. they have declined.
202/01/1998
 Hood light connection faulty.'clunk' going over moderate bumps due to suspension concern-dealer said it was because my gas tank was 3/4 full and it was 'sloshing' around.technician described a 'transmission chatter' but was unable to determine cause.steering wheel has 1/2 inch of play.***our vehicle has had 42 repairs, 38 repair days, 36 pages of warranty work and over $10,000(cdn) in warranty costs. it has 6 warranty repairs pending (plus a repeated request to address the documented 'piston slap'). we are currently slated for arbitration with camvap october 27, 1999. feel free to contact us. we are simply fed up! regarding the signature card, if it is applicable for canada please forward us a card. if we can be of any assistance please let me know.
05/01/1999105/01/1999
 Panhard bar bracket has large crack on drivers side. i have talked to many other expedition owners and many have had the same problem. however, i see nothing on your website about a recall on this from ford. if this bracket would fail, say, in a corner, it could certainly cause a loss of control, as the panhard bar helps locate the rear axle assembly under the truck in cornering. is there a recall on this by ford? if not, there should be as this appears to not be an isolated incident. thank you for any help you can give me in getting ford to fix this problem. *ak
01/24/19981
 Right rear axle broke, causing the front wheel to come off. vehicle lost control, resulting in an accident.
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 Rear axle sheared off, causing wheel to fall off. vehicle lost control, resulting in a crash and a fatality.
01/26/199701/08/1997
 Truck was parked in 4-wheel drive and when the emergeny brake was let up the truck would not move. then the brakes got ripped off the rear axle, and the brake fluid went all over the ground. *ak
05/30/1997
 The truck is brand new and the axle and the whole underside of the vehicle was rusted. *ak
02/15/1997
 Vehicle's rear axle failed. *ak
 Owner received recall notice, contacted manufacturer and was told they had no knowledge of recall. recall#96v252000. *ak
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY - AXLE SHAFT
12/23/2004143141102/02/2002
 Changed lanes at speed of aprox 35 mph right rear axle of vehicle broke off at axle end by wheel causing damage to wheel, tire and backing plate. replaced all parts and old parts are available at my home . *ak
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE
03/01/2002
 Vent tube from differential is leaking onto the brake pad and rotor. dealer notified. feel free to provide any further information.*ak
11/01/200003/01/1999
 While driving front differential crank case started to leak fluid. wheel well was being coated with fluid. had contacted manufacturer and informed consumer that he knew the problem. had a fix for problem, but no recall issued. *ak the crankcase bleed valve was moved from the bottom of the differntial to the top. *slc
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
02/01/200455000203/01/1997
 The consumer stated that the differential failed. the consumer heard a hissing noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. the mechanic at the ford dealership determined that the differential was defective. *ak the brakes made noise when the vehicle was in motion. *sc *jb
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 Upon merging into oncoming traffic consumer heard a noise and vehicle seized to accelerate. dealership indicated that this was caused by rear differential breaking. this was a common problem. the part was replaced.*ak
 Consumer has noticed that differential vent is building up pressure, and causing oil to spill into engine compartment which is causing a fire hazard. consumer has contacted dealer. dealer was provided with instructions from manufacturer for correcting problem. please provide any further details.*ak
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT
06/01/20011
 When making right hand turns vehicle intermittently acts like back is independent from front. when coming to a stop, vehicle bucks and drags. dealer informed consumer that motor, rear sway bar link, forward drive shaft and speed sensor needed to be replaced. *ak
11/01/199904/01/1999
 When i get up to 50 mph, the vehicle starts to vibrate. i have had nothing but problems with the vehicle since i bought it. i took it to two different ford dealerships and they could never find out what the problem was. by me spending thousands of dollars trying to get other things fixed which wasn't even the problem, i now find out that it is the transfer case, which is about $1300 just for the part. i will never buy a ford again. *ak
02/22/200040
 While driving vehicle started making noises, and driveshaft vibrated. felt as if it was about to fall off when driving about 40 mph. also, transfer case will need to be replaced. *ak
02/01/1998
 Transmission would not shift up or down, repaired as per tsb 980920, then replaced.gear shifter would not release from park, re-started many times and eventuall able to shift.essentially over the course of 6 visits the entire component has been replaced and is now returned.front fenders were curled in, paint defects with rust spots and paint clumps.
02/01/1998111/12/1996
 Vibration in drive train, very noticeable at highway speeds when foot is removed from accelerator.
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION
306/14/1997
 Transmission failed causing grinding noise and vibration.
106/14/1997
 Transmission cable recalled and repaired however still experiencing problems.
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION - SHIFT PATTERN INDICATOR
09/14/2000112/01/1996
 Gear shift cable broke when shifting from reverse to drive. car was stopped on a flat surface. no excessive force. no binding. cable showed no evidence of deformation. cable strands separated unevenly but stayed together. appeared to be a material defect combined with probable improper factory installation (torque). shift cable part number is xl3z7e395ab. local ford service department acknowledged this has occurred on other ford vehicles brought in for service.
POWER TRAIN - TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
09/07/20031
 While driving 4-wheel drive engaged without warning. *ak
09/30/2002
 Consumer states that the vehicle locked up on four wheel drive, which results in the vehicle not driving at faster then 10-15 mph. contacted dealer

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