2001 Ford Expedition Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

6 safety recalls on file

The 2001 Ford Expedition has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 578 complaints with NHTSA, including 38 crashes, 95 fires, 63 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (125 reports).

6Recalls
578Owner complaints
38Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2001 Ford Expedition recalls

Vehicle Speed Control

Recall 05V388Sep 7, 20054,500,000 vehicles affected

Structure

Recall 03V094Mar 7, 20033,674 vehicles affected

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor

Recall 01V258Aug 8, 20011,083,000 vehicles affected

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Recall 01V227001Jul 16, 20011,400,000 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal

Recall 01V082Mar 12, 2001268 vehicles affected

Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other Manual

Recall 00V396Nov 28, 2000495,000 vehicles affected

Most common 2001 Ford Expedition problems

Problem areas named in the 578 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling125
Electrical System124
Vehicle Speed Control101
Tires59
Visibility46
Power Train41
Seat Belts39
Structure25
Suspension23
Unknown Or Other19

What owners report

2026-09-02, Service Brakes
THe component was the speed control deactivation switch Manufacturer Recall Number 05S28 NHTSA Recall Number05V017000 Recall Status Recall Incomplete. It is unknown if the part is available for inspection but the vehicle is. The fire occurred while driving and left me stranded on the side of the road with five dogs, 2 hours away from home with no way of getting back. I had to find a hotel that allowed pets which was expensive and have been in said hotel starting August 25 through today, September 2. We are paid until tomorrow and I have exhausted all funds and resources. We will be without food, shelter, or teransportation. Yes the problemhas been confirmed by Santa Monica Lincoln Ford
2026-01-25, Air Bags
Air Bags did not deploy Impact directly to drivers side of vehicle the other car was going 55 MPH caused me the driver to hit my head on the window hard. I was informed the air bags should have deployed by officer on site.
2024-04-30, Service Brakes
Front brake hose metal crimp completely rusted causing brake hose separation and failure. Design has rubber boot over crimp which actually retains moisture over many years. Boot may be intended to reduce stress at joint of metal to hose but actually enhanced failure mode. Drivers side came apart after minor bump during service, have photos of passenger side still intact but clearly fragile.
2024-04-11, Seat Belts
Driver seatbelt- Randomly releases from buckle when driving. Happened about 3-4 times already.
2023-07-12, Structure
On the second row seat, passenger side door will not open using the door handle with the child safety switch in lock or unlock position. It will open from the outside handle. This is a safety concern. In case accident happen or fire in the vehicle occurs, the second and third row passengers can not get out of the vehicle fast enough for their safety. This has not work for over a year now.

2001 Ford Expedition questions

Does the 2001 Ford Expedition have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2001 Ford Expedition: Vehicle Speed Control; Structure; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor; Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly; Air Bags:Frontal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Ford Expedition?

Based on 578 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (125), Electrical System (124), Vehicle Speed Control (101).

How do I check if a recall on my 2001 Ford Expedition has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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