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2006 Ford Expedition repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (3%)

Chart based on 59 repairs.
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2006 Ford Expedition repair cost distribution

$2500+ (5%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (25%)

$100 - $499 (27%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 55 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Ford Expedition

Engine not specified

Ford Expedition in Illinois, United States
Jul 2014 - Jan 2015
Jul 2014

70000 mi

US $600
Both front wheel bearings needed to be replace. But, as the rotor and caliper needed to be removed, and this presented difficulty to the tch, I ended up having to foot the bill for brakes and rotors and caliper(s). This, when the bearings 
Jan 2015

US $800
Brake lines corroded, catastrophic failure avoided. All brake lines replace from master cylinder, to ABS, to wheels. 

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2006 Ford Expedition 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford Expedition in Florida, United States
Jan 2017 - Jan 2017
Jan 2017

215000 mi

US $600
Catalytic converter 
Ford Expedition in Florida, United States
Jan 2016 - Sep 2016
Jul 2016

105300 mi

US $100
Both front hubs needed replacing, a common problem with these 
Ford Expedition in Georgia, United States
Oct 2015 - Mar 2018
Sep 2016

145000 mi
Had to repair heat/ ac blend door failure. It remained open and we had no AC. I cut the opening to allow access thru behind the glove box area, and taped the door closed. Cleaned throttle body. Had engine go into limp mode, wrench light was on. 
Apr 2017

153000 mi

US $850
car stalled on road. Towed to shop. Diagnosed as fuel pump in tank. Had to be drained also. Paid for refilling. 
Jan 2018

158000 mi

US $100
replaced battery, dead cell only 1year old 
Ford Expedition in Georgia, United States
Feb 2013 - Feb 2014
Mar 2013

106000 mi

US $1400
Oil pressure was low from weak oil pump and tensioners were bad. Timing chain broke so replaced all parts and cam phaser 
Feb 2014

117000 mi
Car through similar code to problem before. Next step would be changing oil pump and both cam phasers 
Ford Expedition in California, United States
Mar 2012 - Jun 2012
Apr 2012

115000 mi

US $8200
variable cam issues took to Dealer they said that they thought the camshaft/camshaft seals may have had damage would have to take engine apart to see IF that was problem 600-1000$ then if it was the problem 7500$ engine replacement. 
Ford Expedition in California, United States
Mar 2014 - Oct 2014
Apr 2014

76000 mi

US $680
Engine was misfiring under load. Had the plugs and one coil replaced. High cost due to plugs breaking off in head (known issue with 5.4l). Problem solved. 
Ford Expedition in Texas, United States
Nov 2011 - Jan 2012
Jan 2012

140000 mi
Ran into the unknown to me but big problem of the spark plug issue. Price to fix was to range between $500 and $5000. We Traded it off for a Sienna 
Ford Expedition in Texas, United States
May 2016 - Sep 2017
Oct 2016

101000 mi

US $3500
Ford broken sparkplugs from 100,000 mile tune up. Recommend doing research prior to changing plugs. $300 job cost over $3500. 

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2006 Ford Expedition 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

Ford Expedition in Missouri, United States
Jun 2013 - Apr 2017
Jul 2015

125000 mi

US $63
#5 and 6 cylinders miss-fire, replaced plugs and coils. 
Apr 2016

133000 mi

US $20
Replaced low beam bulbs. Installed driving lamps. 
Aug 2016

138000 mi

US $45
replaced #3 coil pack. 
Sep 2016

140000 mi

US $59
Front end repainted due to peeling paint. 
Ford Expedition in Texas, United States
May 2013 - Nov 2020
Nov 2013

140000 mi

US $385
Replaced bad drivers side catalytic converter, which was causing a P9040 emissions code and Check Engine Light. 
Jul 2016

165000 mi

US $671
Loud ticking noise coming from the engine. Check engine light came on. Spark plug on #1 cylinder had backed out enough to blow-by and cook the coil pack. Schrader valve leaking freon. 
Ford Expedition in Michigan, United States
Aug 2012 - Sep 2016
Sep 2012

44000 mi

US $22
Corrosion on battery 
May 2013

47500 mi

US $50
Drivers window fell out of track.  Passenger side rear door window switch replaced. 
Dec 2013

52000 mi

US $80
Replaced Battery 
Jan 2015

48000 mi

US $100
Drivers side window regulator failed 
Nov 2015

59600 mi
Replaced window regulator 
Ford Expedition in Ontario, Canada
Jun 2015 - Apr 2018
Jul 2016

103740 mi

C $666
ABS-related 
Mar 2017

108500 mi

C $120
cam sensor 
Ford Expedition in Arkansas, United States
Sep 2011 - Oct 2011
Oct 2011

104000 mi

US $2400
Antilock brake system failure - $2400.00+ to replace wiring harness 
Ford Expedition in Florida, United States
Apr 2014 - Jul 2015
May 2014

178000 mi

US $1600
Transmission had to be rebuilt for the second time. 
Sep 2014

183000 mi

US $400
The front passenger side of the car kept leaning. Turning the steering wheel became difficult because the tire touched the car. Suspension bag needed to be replaced. This bag was replaced two years ago. 
Nov 2014

186000 mi
Transmission had been repaired for a second time but continued not to work properly. 
Apr 2015

200000 mi
Alternator was replaced Transmission needed repair 
Ford Expedition in Virginia, United States
Aug 2012 - Sep 2012
Sep 2012

104000 mi

US $700
Had a tune-up and fuel injection treatment done. Just plugs and fuel treatment. 
Ford Expedition in Indiana, United States
Feb 2013 - Apr 2014
Sep 2013

100000 mi

US $100
catalytic converter (right bank)plugged and kept optimal performance in bad shape. I removed it, and replaced it and that solved the problem. 
Ford Expedition in Maine, United States
- Dec 2008
Feb 2008

32000 mi
Transfer case motor to shift into 4X4 high replaced under warranty 
Dec 2008

44000 mi

US $375
Cracked seal & "in-between gasket" replaced. Had been causing overflow from transmission into transfer case. Also degreased transfer case during reassembly. 
Ford Expedition in Florida, United States
Aug 2016 - Nov 2016
Nov 2016

195000 mi

US $900
Replaced timing chain, chain tensioners, cam phasers, VCT solenoids and valve cover gaskets. Common problem for these engines. Poor design and 12 hours to repair. 
Ford Expedition in New York, United States
Sep 2009 - Nov 2011
Jun 2009

40500 mi
Replaced stock nav radio with aftermarket. Stock Nav radio does not work with ford OEM sat radio kit and harness adapters are not available. DO NOT BUY 2006 and older expedition with factory nav, a nightmare if you want to upgrade! 
Sep 2009

44000 mi

US $100
Replaced fuel filter, airfilter, seat air filters, and PCV tube. Performed myself. I perform oil changes every 3k. 
Nov 2009

46000 mi

US $600
Bad coil on plug, replaced coil on plug, all 7 COP boots and all plugs. Shop performed work, it was cold and not much time. 
Mar 2010

51000 mi

US $250
Installed TPS sensors to stop the warnings. 
Ford Expedition in Colorado, United States
Sep 2021 - Jan 2022
Oct 2021

120000 mi

US $1000
Replaced compressor and lines Hard or failed start when temperature below 30 degrees. No fuel pressure at rail. Replaced fuel rail sensor and fuel filter. Problem persists. 
Ford Expedition in Michigan, United States
Feb 2014 - Oct 2016
Mar 2014

62000 mi

US $500
Fuel pump driver module corroded. Part replaced. 
Ford Expedition in Pennsylvania, United States
Jun 2016 - Sep 2021
Aug 2016

121300 mi

US $1200
Both rocker panels showing signs of rust. Wanted it fixed right. Panels cut out and new metal installed, rust resistant coating added before painting. 
Jun 2017

124000 mi

US $167
4 way fan switch only worked on high. Switch replaced and AC was topped off with freon. 
Jul 2017

124000 mi

US $945
Compressor failure. Total of parts installed was $525; compressor was an aftermarket compressor with 2-year warranty. Compressor from Ford would have added @$400 to this repair. 
Nov 2017

124000 mi

US $165
Brake line ruptured while driving. 
Ford Expedition in Ohio, United States
Jun 2016 - Jun 2018
Jan 2018

119000 mi

US $17
Relay for air suspension failed 
Feb 2018

122000 mi

US $140
Alternator failed and was replaced. 
Ford Expedition in New York, United States
Apr 2015 - Jul 2022
Oct 2015

45200 mi

US $25
Replaced both front window switches. 
May 2022

114000 mi

US $2800
Transmission was slipping, shop replaced worn parts. 
Ford Expedition in Connecticut, United States
Jan 2015 - Apr 2015
Feb 2015

130300 mi

US $250
stalling out, possible VCT. The VCT and phaser had been repaired <2yrs ago. They changed oil and light went off. Stalled again the next day, can limp along ok but suggested repair will be $2K-$4k. 
Apr 2015

132000 mi
same issue as before with VCT and stalling. 
Ford Expedition in Rhode Island, United States
Jan 2016 - Jan 2018
Oct 2016

75000 mi

US $850
Wheel bearings in both rear wheels required replacement 

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2006 Ford Expedition 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Ford Expedition in California, United States
Jul 2014 - Sep 2016
Aug 2016

61300 mi

US $550
Radiator leak. Replaced radiator 

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2005 Ford Expedition 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford Expedition in Florida, United States
May 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010

69000 mi

US $700
A/C Compressor had to be replaced 
Ford Expedition in North Carolina, United States
Dec 2010 - Jul 2012
May 2010

85000 mi

US $4500
Transmission went out at 85,000 miles. replaced by Crossroads Ford. Also replaced coil packets on two cyclinders. Known problmes Ford wont address. 
Jan 2012

US $550
Fuel system problem. 
Jul 2012

128000 mi

US $128
A/C out of coolant again. 
Ford Expedition in Florida, United States
Sep 2010 - Mar 2011
Mar 2011

81000 mi

US $1100
OBD code P0012. Timing chain guide, bank 1, was broken. Replaced bank 1 timing chain guide and chain tensioner. 
Ford Expedition in Texas, United States
Jan 2015 - Jan 2015
Jan 2015

153000 mi
Car jerking when shifting up or down around 45mph. Waranty work. 
Ford Expedition in California, United States
Mar 2010 - Dec 2017
Jul 2011

64000 mi

US $160
AC compressor bearing went out. 
Aug 2011

64000 mi
Loud knocking sound at start up, appears to be cam phasors, however dealer can't replicate and warranty will not cover a intermitent knock. 
Oct 2015

111700 mi

US $210
Turn signal indicator failed. 
Jan 2016

115700 mi

US $250
Throttle body cracked. 
Ford Expedition in New York, United States
Jul 2012 - Aug 2012
Aug 2012

80000 mi

US $700
Coil and plug changes and fuel rail cleaned 
Ford Expedition in North Carolina, United States
Jun 2007 - May 2011
Aug 2007

46700 mi

US $455
Rear window wiper motor 
Ford Expedition in Texas, United States
Mar 2012 - May 2013
Apr 2012

98000 mi

US $550
Since the extended warrenty covered all but $500 wear and tear (plugs oil filter etc.) they never gave me a clear idea of what went wrong. But the total bill was close to $3000. 
Apr 2013

115000 mi

US $1000
Booster and master cylinder 
Ford Expedition in Florida, United States
Mar 2011 - Jun 2018
Apr 2011

77000 mi

US $3000
Stuck open injector replaced,plugs replaced(had to buy LISLE broken plug remover tool kit $80)plugs were Autolite H15 for $12 each, injector was $40)replaced vct cam sensors at $20.May have to replace cam phaser. Stuck open #1 injector caused hydrolock on #1 cylinder. Bent rod. Replacing rod and piston,rings,bearings etc. Cost $3000.00. It sucks but is better than a car payment. Kid cranked and moved vehicle while parents out of town. oh well. 
Nov 2011

79000 mi
Light came on after major engine repair. Found loose wire. Repaired same, reset but after driving a few days, light back on. 
Apr 2012

85300 mi

US $50
The temperature gauge works intermittently.when it functions the a/c works fine. When it drops to dead zero a/c stops working. Replaced thermostat but problem remains. Expedition runs fine otherwise, just no a/c with malfunctioning temp guage. 
Jul 2012

87200 mi

US $50
Mechanic routed CHT harness wrong. Wires frayed in three places and damaged quick disconnect plug. After removing alternator and insulating sleeve around manifold I replaced CHT sensor, and CHT harness (after market). Direct wired to harness. 
Jan 2013

81500 mi

US $500
Caused by earlier problem of leaking injector/thrown rod. Codes P0171 bank one too lean, P0304 cylinder 4 misfire, P0204 injector open cylinder 4, P0420 catalyst system below threshold bank 1. 
May 2018

143000 mi

US $1300
Left side front upper and lower ball joint and control arm. Left and right tie rods. Alignment. Rear pinion seal and flange replaced. 

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2005 Ford Expedition 4dr SUV

300-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

Ford Expedition in Michigan, United States
Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
Jan 2012

158000 mi

US $600
Fan clutch tie rods cv joint 
Ford Expedition in Ontario, Canada
Jun 2012 - Jun 2013
Jun 2013

179800 mi

C $240
battery died 
Ford Expedition in Iowa, United States
Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010

67300 mi

US $100
camshaft phasers 
Ford Expedition in New Jersey, United States
Sep 2010 - Oct 2011
Oct 2010

106000 mi

US $2700
Cam phasers,timing chains,timing gears,hydraulic chain tensioners cam solenoids 
Sep 2011

121000 mi

US $4155
Transmission replaced, $3200. Tie rods, $105, struts, $850. 
Oct 2011

121000 mi
Transfer case failing but not replaced 
Ford Expedition in Vermont, United States
Mar 2010 - Sep 2015
Apr 2010

55000 mi
Rear wiper locked up. Motor worked but the wiper would not move. Rear wiper was replaced after parts arrived. 
Nov 2010

66000 mi

US $318
Pedals didn't move. Pedal unit had to be replaced. Lights behind roof and rear window switches didn't work. The switches had to be replaced since the bulbs could not be replaced. Adjustabel peddles didn't move. Had to remove and replace motor unit. Front rotors were warped. The rotors were removed, turned, and replaced. Lights behind roof and rear window switches didn't work. Had to replace switches. 
Jan 2011

85500 mi

US $104
Alternator failed, vehicle could not be driven. Driver's seat heater didn't work. Completed TSB repair. 
Feb 2011

69000 mi
Window regulator failed, window fell into door. Window was taped up so vehicle could be driven until parts arrived. Window regulator and motor replaced. Problem corrected. First replacement alternator failed after 2 weeks. Charging system was tested and replaced alternator again. Interior driver's door panel was damaged during replacement of window regulator and motor. Parts had to be ordered. New driver's side door interior panel and handle were replaced. 
Jul 2011

81000 mi

US $100
Removed and replaced lower ball joints, tie rod ends, swaybar linkage 
Oct 2011

85500 mi
Driver's seat control module removed and replaced. Main computer was removed and replaced. 
Jan 2012

88500 mi

US $122
ABS sensor died. Left tie rod needed to be replaced. 
Jul 2012

96000 mi

US $350
Was not blowing cold until after running for a while. Replaced a valve. 
Nov 2012

98000 mi

US $100
A/C not blowing to spec. Condenser was replaced. 
Dec 2012

99000 mi

US $353
Engine would not start. A fuel control module under the spare tire had to be replaced. 
Sep 2013

106000 mi

US $2533
Remove and replace exhaust manifold Replaced front sway-bar links. Remove and replace front U-joint. Removed and replaced front and rear strut assemblies. 
Nov 2013

108300 mi

US $175
Back-up sensor was not functioning. Left back-up sensor was replaced. 
May 2014

116000 mi

US $700
Replaced ball joints and sway bar end. 
Apr 2015

126700 mi

US $1500
Instrument lights, fan,radio would go on and off, seat would go forward and backward, and door locks would go up and down. 
Sep 2015

131000 mi

US $47
Brakes would not release. 
Ford Expedition in North Carolina, United States
Oct 2010 - Sep 2019
Dec 2012

123000 mi

US $750
A couple of new coils/plugs needed to fix rough idle issue. 
Aug 2014

142700 mi

US $525
Ac hose developed leak. All refrigerant leaked out. Tried to find leak myself but actual leak was in hard to see area. They replaced hose, evacuated system and recharged. AC works great now. 
Sep 2016

167000 mi

US $12
There is an oil leak, not sure if it is rear main seal or something more minor. I added a bottle of Lucas oil additive to see if that will stop or slow leak. 
Jun 2018

189000 mi

US $125
Replaced plugs and coils 
Apr 2019

196000 mi

US $100
AC blower motor started making terrible clunking noise. Replaced with new blower, works fine. Noisy idlers pulley. Replaced pully. 
Sep 2019

200000 mi

US $150
AC started blowing hot air. Checked refrigerant and it was low. Added and it blew cool. Low pressure port cap snapped off leaving inside part engaged in fitting. After this happend all r134a leaked out of system. Spent many hours trying to get piece of plastic out so I could get gauges on it. Lek tested system after port was cleaned out, no leaks other than at Schrader valve. Refilled system and installed new cap. So far, so good. 
Ford Expedition in Kansas, United States
Oct 2010 - Oct 2019
Feb 2011

64000 mi

US $100
Replaced LF, RF, & front differential pinion seals under CPO warranty (less $100 deductible). 
Aug 2011

70000 mi

US $287
R-front lower ball joint replaced (worn out) requiring front end alignment afterward 
Sep 2011

70000 mi

US $311
#4 injector wire chewed by rodent?! Doubtful as no other signs of rodents anywhere else in vehicle or other family vehicle. What can one do? 
Oct 2013

90200 mi

US $759
L-Rear hub bearing $338.18 R-Front axle seal $13.00 Total with labor was $759.00 + tax 
Mar 2014

93000 mi

US $100
FL and RR tires losing air (new Michelins) so my independent mechanic pulled all 4 tires, cleaned factory alloy rims, and reinstalled. Solved! 
Jun 2014

94000 mi

US $391
Fuel pump control module failed on the highway without warning. Required tow to dealer and one full business day to repair. 
Sep 2014

98000 mi

US $119
First recharge in 9 years of ownership. Failed to cool on highway in middle of KS. Recharged with WalMart bottle and that got us home, but took it to dealer for AC evac/recharge. Both front and rear work great now. 
Mar 2015

101000 mi

US $654
Thought the dealer recharge fixed it but my independent mechanic found a leak in one of the hose/lines. $653.74 later, I hope it's fixed. 
Sep 2017

112000 mi

US $409
Auxillary transmission cooler lines rusted and were leaking where they join the transmission's radiator -- had to be replaced.  Also discovered a completely rusted out core support, but that'll be for next quarter... 
Dec 2017

112900 mi

US $1495
Radiator core support had completely rusted out and had to be repaired (welded in a new one). My mechanic told me about 4 years ago that we'd have to keep an eye on it and it finally had to be done. It is parked outside 24/7 but receives excellent preventive maintenance otherwise. Part #5LZ16138A "only" cost $554.00 but the labor took the remainder. The shop does excellent work, however. 
Ford Expedition in Indiana, United States
Mar 2011 - Jun 2015
Sep 2011

71000 mi

US $25
Paint bubbling on tailgate and hood front lip. 
Jul 2013

80200 mi

US $350
Bubbling paint on hood and rear deck. Sanded and repainted effected areas. 
May 2015

98000 mi

US $20
Camshaft Positioning Sensor replaced 
Ford Expedition in Montana, United States
Apr 2007 - Sep 2016
Jan 2007

42000 mi
I bad fuel injector covered under Ford ESP 
Ford Expedition in California, United States
Apr 2016 - Mar 2018
Jul 2016

91000 mi

US $680
master cylinder replacement 
Sep 2016

93000 mi

US $350
oil leak repair 
Mar 2018

113000 mi

US $593
changed plugs earlier than expected changed coil boots 
Ford Expedition in Washington, United States
Aug 2016 - Sep 2018
Jun 2016

50000 mi

US $300
left driver window just fell down 
Sep 2018

67000 mi

US $500
[transmission] had to be replaced; car just stopped being able to move forward and had to be towed spark plugs and coil caused check engine light to come on 
Ford Expedition in Georgia, United States
Apr 2016 - Sep 2016
Jun 2016

105000 mi

US $150
Bracket holding the rear drive train was defective, only problem ever with this vehicle, but 2nd time this hass been replaced 
Ford Expedition in Quebec, Canada
Jul 2012 - Jan 2014
Aug 2012

176700 mi
Knocking noise from the front of vehicle. Coming from the rack will require replacement. Tie rods are solid and have no play. Noise is inside the rack most likely the shaft or gear. Noise is mostly present on bumpy gravel roads. 
Ford Expedition in Illinois, United States
Aug 2009 - Jan 2011
Jun 2009

46000 mi

US $250
Replaced compressor in air suspension system. 
Oct 2009

48000 mi

US $150
Replaced RF door weatherstrip. 
Ford Expedition in Florida, United States
Nov 2015 - Jul 2022
Dec 2015

181000 mi

US $300
spark plugs were broken in half on those bad model years... it been corrected.. it is only problem we had with this vehicle 
Ford Expedition in Ohio, United States
Jan 2015 - Mar 2015
Feb 2015

80000 mi

US $1250
Passenger side catalytic converter clogged shut 
Ford Expedition in Iowa, United States
Aug 2012 - Sep 2016
Feb 2013

94700 mi

US $1300
Clutch pack in rear differential was bad. Replaced clutch pack, rear axle seals and pinion seal. Right rear hub was bad. Replaced the hub assembly. Leaky left front axle seal. Noticed gear oil on ground. Replaced axle seal. 
Jan 2014

93800 mi

US $115
Left front axle-broken snap ring caused seal to leak. 
Jun 2015

111000 mi
Rear differential clutch pack bad AGAIN; repaired 16k miles ago. 
Jul 2015

111300 mi
Dash board-electrical-can no longer see mileage on dashboard-light goes on off intermitently 
Sep 2015

113000 mi

US $150
Alternator went bad; replaced. 
May 2016

117200 mi

US $200
Stuck caliper. 
Aug 2016

118000 mi

US $900
stuck spark plugs 5 of them. 
Sep 2016

118000 mi
Odometer readout never fixed. Rear differential clutch pack never fixed. 
Ford Expedition in North Carolina, United States
Aug 2011 - Jan 2015
Sep 2012

75000 mi

US $1400
missing at WOT, vibration at all speeds, rpl. spark plugs, 1 coil, new fuel pump A/C blend door (rear) making knocking noise, new blend door actuator brake light will not illuminate when brake set, fuel gauge erratic. lower ball joint 
Ford Expedition in Michigan, United States
Sep 2012 - Oct 2012
Oct 2012

180000 mi

US $1000
Flywheel and starter had to be replaced. 
Ford Expedition in Virginia, United States
Jul 2013 - Aug 2014
Aug 2013

102800 mi

US $800
Brake line corrison caused brake failure at 50 mph. Luckily no one was hurt. 
Ford Expedition in Minnesota, United States
- Apr 2009
Sep 2006

21568 mi
Cam phasers replaced on engine. Warranty repair. 
Mar 2007

30454 mi
Rear pinion seal on differential is leaking oil. Replaced under warranty. 
Jun 2007

35811 mi
Cam phasers replaced on engine (again). Replaced leaking front pinion seal. Replaced both leaking front axle seals. Foam seal on air filter housing ripped apart during replacement. All warranty repairs. 
Sep 2007

40000 mi
Truck always seems to be low on oil since the last cam phaser replacement. Adding about 1/2 quart per month it seems. 
Dec 2007

43624 mi
Differential fragged. Dealer mechanic claims crappy made-in-China carrier bearings are to blame for Ford's drivetrain problems. Warranty repair. 
Jun 2008

52000 mi
Ticking noise again from engine. Thought it was cam phasers again. Dealer mechanic sez lifters are making the noise this time. No warranty coverage. Would be a $1400 repair. 
Oct 2008

54500 mi
Alternator quit working. Replaced from CarQuest. 
Nov 2008

60000 mi
Switched to 10W-30 oil from 5W-20 to quiet the lifter rattles. It helped a little. 
Jan 2009

65726 mi
Truck is now regularly consuming at least one quart of oil per month. 
Mar 2009

68269 mi

US $3600
Camshaft bearings failed and plugged hydraulic valve ports for cam chain tensioner. Engine requires complete rebuild and new cylinder heads (cam bearings are unrepairable). Replaced engine with a used one from the wreckers. 
Apr 2009

69000 mi
After starter failed and #8 cyl started missing, lost confidence in truck and traded it for a 2008 Expedition. I think I might be a fool. 

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2004 Ford Expedition

Engine not specified

Ford Expedition in Michigan, United States
- Feb 2010
Feb 2010

1500 mi
1) Vehicle shifted eratically between 1st and 2nd gears. Toyota dealer performed transmission computer adjustment.  2) Vehicle rough ride bottoming out rear end with minimal loads in the truck. Toyota dealer diagnosed and replaced rear spring assy. 

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2004 Ford Expedition 4dr SUV

260-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford Expedition in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2015 - Jul 2016
Mar 2016

102300 mi
Backup sensors do not work so I wanted to replace one to resolve the issue. The codes for all 4 backup sensors are coming up and the mechanic is unclear on how to proceed to further diagnose the issue. 
Ford Expedition in Maryland, United States
Jan 2010 - Feb 2014
Mar 2010

155000 mi

US $270
there was an intermittent squeal ft from the left front of the vehicle. 
Sep 2010

180000 mi
Replaced right headlight. 
Dec 2011

215000 mi

US $1100
wheel bearing were shot on the right side front and rear 
Jun 2013

232000 mi

US $190
ABS light illuminated turned out to be the wheel bearing assembly. Ended up replacing brakes and rotors 
Nov 2013

241000 mi

US $993
Spark plug, threads, and ignition coil separated from the head. 
Ford Expedition in Michigan, United States
Mar 2012 - Apr 2012
Apr 2012

161000 mi

US $300
Battery light came on, turned out I needed an alternator. 
Ford Expedition in Texas, United States
May 2011 - Sep 2017
Dec 2011

84000 mi

US $1200
trucked pulled hard to right, took in for alignment, needed "special" leveler? Feels like a scam. Going to different shop next time. 
Jul 2012

89200 mi

US $78
Minor transmission fluid leak. Cracked plug/cap. 
Ford Expedition in California, United States
Sep 2011 - Sep 2013
Oct 2011

59000 mi
When we bought the vehicle, the airbag light was on. The dealership ordered a new sensor and paid to have it installed. 
Ford Expedition in California, United States
Mar 2011 - Jun 2017
Apr 2011

46000 mi

US $300
Two coil packs went bad. Mechanic said root cause was using wrong type of oil (5w30 used versus 5w20 specified by Ford). Wrong oil caused excessive oil consumption, fouling spark plugs, thus causing coil packs to fail. 
Jun 2016

75000 mi

US $20
HVAC air duct valves were malfunctioning due to vacuum leaks in vacuum hoses from engine. Repairs partially resolved problem. Apparently there are additional vacuum leaks that have not been isolated. 

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2004 Ford Expedition 4dr SUV

260-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

Ford Expedition in Iowa, United States
Jan 2009 - Jul 2010
Aug 2009

55300 mi

US $270
replace rear blend door motor 
Sep 2009

57994 mi

US $175
replace aux. mode door actuator motor 
Ford Expedition in Wisconsin, United States
Dec 2015 - Sep 2017
Feb 2016

132400 mi

US $45
Replaced tensioner pulley. 
Oct 2016

145700 mi
The moonroof exploded out of nowhere. Nothing hit it. Sounded like a shotgun went off. Not repaired. Too expensive. Duct taped plastic over it for the winter. 
Nov 2016

150600 mi

US $225
Replaced coil packs, spark plugs & fuel filter Alternator went bad Drivers window regulator bad 
Jan 2017

154000 mi

US $300
Front wheel bearing assembly. 
Mar 2017

167000 mi

US $50
EGR valve 
Jun 2017

169000 mi

US $100
Cam position sensor 
Ford Expedition in Minnesota, United States
Mar 2014 - Mar 2014
Jan 2014

101000 mi

US $3000
Replaced Transmission due to slow Park to First gear shifting. Likely failure in clutch. I do allot of heavy Boat towing, and my truck pulls the boat up my steeper than typical driveway, so It's not too surprising this wore out. Replaced Right Front Hub Assembly. I drove on this bad hub for 60,000 miles while it made a bunch of noise. 
Ford Expedition in Iowa, United States
Jun 2013 - Jun 2013
May 2013

95000 mi

US $225
truck has a power drain but no codes replaced altinator now has code, check charging system had it checked and all reads fine. 
Ford Expedition in Pennsylvania, United States
Aug 2014 - Oct 2014
Oct 2014

135000 mi
EGR sensor valve was replaced 
Ford Expedition in Massachusetts, United States
Aug 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010

84000 mi

US $250
replaced front left wheel hub  
Nov 2010

92000 mi

US $500
Replaced rear wheel bearing assembly, both sides. replaced rear brake pads and rotors. 
May 2011

95800 mi

US $20
exhaust pipe gasket failed. successfully replaced 
Ford Expedition in Rhode Island, United States
Dec 2010 - Apr 2014
Sep 2011

113000 mi

US $530
Replaced left rear wheel bearing at 113,400 miles. Right rear wheel bearing and ABS sensor was replaced at 81,000 miles 
Nov 2011

114300 mi

US $200
Had to replace coil and spark plug (113,770 miles). 
Jan 2012

114500 mi

US $198
Spark plug coil and spark plug. 
Mar 2012

116000 mi

US $795
Replaced majority of brake lines due to corrosion. Bulk of cost was for labor. 
Dec 2012

121000 mi

US $225
Heat blower would only work on "high/Max". Replaced Blower Motor Resistor. 
Feb 2014

129500 mi

US $435
Front pinion seal leak. 
Ford Expedition in North Carolina, United States
Sep 2011 - Aug 2014
Sep 2012

81000 mi

US $900
Vacuum boost leak. While in, had serpentine belt, fuel filter, transmission filter and coolant flushed 
Ford Expedition in Michigan, United States
Apr 2010 - Jun 2015
Dec 2011

89000 mi

US $100
Replaced battery 
Apr 2012

97200 mi

US $400
Replaced brake master cyliner 
Dec 2012

116000 mi

US $225
replaced failing Ford clutch-based limited slip differential (TSB on this) with an Eaton brand helical limited slip differential replace thermostat 
Mar 2013

122000 mi

US $638
Charging System Warning came on battery was draining 
Dec 2013

139000 mi

US $275
Driver side window failed in an open state Window failed to close again. System fixed, then failed again. Symptoms include: Loud whining sound from mechanism when lowered in temperatures under 20F and wind noise from seal in upper rear corner of same driver window. Usually returns within a week. 
Aug 2014

153000 mi

US $2000
Replacement of all four wheel bearings 
Sep 2014

156000 mi

US $1800
Cracked transfer case Rear of tranmission rebuilt including transfer case switchgear 
Jun 2015

170000 mi
Failed power steering. Wheezing sound coming from the intake. ABS light on the dash. 
Ford Expedition in Texas, United States
May 2011 - Jul 2016
Oct 2015

134300 mi

US $2200
Auto would not shift from lower gears to allow vehicle to smoothly accelerate to higher speeds 
Ford Expedition in Georgia, United States
Oct 2015 - Dec 2015
Dec 2015

150000 mi

US $200
Actuator replacement pretty easy did both front 
Ford Expedition in Germany
Feb 2009 - Jun 2011
Aug 2009

36580 mi

€1200
dealer found metal in transmission fluid at routine maintenance, complete transmission repair needed  
Jul 2010

52700 mi
generator replaced in September 2009 on extended warranty, now again defect, replaced on parts warranty 
Ford Expedition in Michigan, United States
Jan 2010 - Jun 2013
Jun 2010

85000 mi

US $170
Blower only worked on "high" setting, replaced a rheostat 
Sep 2010

89000 mi

US $160
Check engine light (replaced O2 sensor) and poor performance. 
Jul 2012

100300 mi

US $160
No cool air, turned out to be blown A/C clutch fuse 
Ford Expedition in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2012 - May 2013
Mar 2013

189100 mi

C $2400
Replaced upper ball-joints on both front wheels. 
May 2013

190960 mi
Replaced right outer tie rod, left rear axle, left rear pinion seal, 8 spark plugs. Tune up. Four wheel alignment. 
Ford Expedition in Alberta, Canada
Jan 2010 - Jul 2011
Mar 2010

107260 mi

C $450
Rear axle seal replacement 
Dec 2010

117800 mi
Air bag crash sensor located in front bumper failed due to corrosion. Sensor and electrical connector replaced. Rear window wiper would not function. Disassembled the Wiper arm and shaft assembly, cleaned, lubed and re-assembled. Function checked satisfactory. 
Mar 2011

122140 mi

C $700
Front axle hub assemblies replaced due to noisy wheel bearings 
Ford Expedition in Michigan, United States
Oct 2013 - Dec 2016
Apr 2014

155500 mi

US $5
Front brake hose assembly was blocked, causing the caliper to lock up, overheating brakes and cracking the rotor. Hose assembly, pads, rotor and caliper were replaced. Rubber vacuum hose connector was rotted, causing a vacuum leak and warning light for lean fuel mixture. 
Jun 2016

200000 mi

US $50
sta sta link failed 
Aug 2016

203700 mi

US $150
alternator failed 
Ford Expedition in New York, United States
Mar 2013 - Jun 2013
Apr 2013

109000 mi

US $260
Line to transmission cooler needed replacement due to corrosion induced leaking 
Ford Expedition in Michigan, United States
Dec 2014 - Dec 2015
Aug 2015

143400 mi

US $1495
WIRE BROKEN IN 4wheel DRIVE CONTROL, ANTI SLIP 

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2004 Ford Expedition 4dr SUV

232-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford Expedition in Alabama, United States
Nov 2006 - Jun 2011
Jan 2006

37500 mi
leather seats in back were repaired due to pealing of leather. 
Nov 2006

50000 mi
navigation system replaced also warranty 
Dec 2006

51000 mi
leather seats replaced again in the back due to pealing of leather Very poor quality leather (warranty) 
Ford Expedition in North Carolina, United States
Feb 2018 - Jul 2023
Jul 2018

1545000 mi

US $84
Replaced the IAC Valve. 
Ford Expedition in Texas, United States
Dec 2012 - Feb 2014
Jan 2014

US $95
ingition coil 

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2004 Ford Expedition 4dr SUV

232-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

Ford Expedition in Tennessee, United States
Jan 2014 - Feb 2015
Feb 2015

214000 mi

US $280
Oil leak. Oil filter adapter gasket replaced 
Ford Expedition in Florida, United States
Oct 2013 - Jun 2022
Feb 2014

131000 mi

US $275
Replaced oil filter hosing gasket 
Ford Expedition in New Jersey, United States
Aug 2011 - May 2015
Oct 2011

140000 mi

US $100
Steering rack failed 
Feb 2012

142500 mi

US $780
Front wheel bearing 
Apr 2013

149000 mi

US $500
Rust over the rear wheel 
Jul 2013

149200 mi

US $270
system needed recharge and repair to compressor electrical connection 
Dec 2013

151000 mi

US $1246
Cooling lines wore against mounting clicks causing 2 leaks. The design of the connectors to the rad were rusted and no way to take apart requiring a rad replacement as well. 

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2003 Ford Expedition

Engine not specified

Ford Expedition in Virginia, United States
Nov 2008 - Mar 2010
Dec 2008

98000 mi

US $250
Transmission leak. 
Ford Expedition in Minnesota, United States
Jan 2011 - Feb 2011
Feb 2011

95000 mi

US $1500
Radiator Leak - replaced Other maintenance was routine. Drive Door sensor broke - replaced 
Ford Expedition in Michigan, United States
Nov 2008 - Mar 2010
Dec 2008

58000 mi
Noise from the rear axle. Found bad rear axle bearing. 

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2003 Ford Expedition 4dr SUV

260-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford Expedition in Texas, United States
Feb 2011 - May 2012
Apr 2011

148000 mi

US $200
Auxiliary heater hose came loose from fitting. Freak problem. pinion seal on rear end leaking. Dealer replaced seal previously re-attached auxiliary heater hose came loose again, seemingly due to not being reattached properly the first time. 
Dec 2011

160000 mi

US $1200
Replaced the alternator, alternator wiring harness, and 1 coil. In this repair, the alternator wiring harness rubbed on something and shorted out, causing damage to the alternator and one coil.  
Mar 2012

165000 mi

US $300
replaced 2 more coils 
May 2012

165000 mi
ball joints needed replacing when traded 
Ford Expedition in Alabama, United States
Aug 2015 - Mar 2016
Sep 2015

136000 mi
The tranny got stuck in 2nd gear 
Oct 2015

137200 mi
The head gasket blew 
Ford Expedition in Arizona, United States
Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Sep 2010

159000 mi

US $860
AC compressor went out. Had to purchase new one. 
Ford Expedition in Texas, United States
Oct 2010 - May 2015
Feb 2011

104000 mi

US $700
Misfire due to two individual ignition coils malfunctioning - two ignition coils replaced 
Dec 2011

113000 mi

US $477
Driver Window Regulator 
Jun 2013

123000 mi

US $675
Failed ignition coils 
Mar 2014

131000 mi

US $1200
AC compressor leaking and stuck actuator door in rear AC. Replaced AC compressor, charged system and repaired actuator 
Feb 2015

137000 mi

US $550
Fuel tank, corrosion at relief valve. Was repaired as a new tank is dealer only and $1,700 
Ford Expedition in California, United States
Aug 2008 - Sep 2012
Jun 2008

60000 mi

US $200
Replaced A/C freon, don't remember exact cost 
Mar 2010

124000 mi

US $430
Regulator of passenger window went out, causing window to come off track and not go back up Replaced window regulator on rear passenger window. 
Mar 2011

137000 mi

US $430
Power window for rear driver came unglued and wouldn't go back up. 
Apr 2011

138000 mi

US $800
AC stopped blowing cold air, dehydrator valve had failed causing water to leak into the AC system and rust out the compressor and valves. Whole ac system had to be replaced.  
Jun 2011

140000 mi
Brake fluid was dirty so it was replaced, center brake light had gone out and was replaced. 
Jul 2011

141000 mi

US $3400
Head gasket leaking, replaced all internal engine gaskets, timing chain, and machined valves.  
Aug 2011

143000 mi

US $2800
Oil pump failed and caused pieces of metal to appear in the oil. Engine crankshaft damaged, replaced by dealer after they had repaired head gasket and oil pump. 
Oct 2011

143000 mi
leaking oil from gaskets, dealer replaced headgasket under warranty from previous work 
Ford Expedition in Texas, United States
May 2009 - Jun 2017
Mar 2011

117000 mi

US $400
A/C was not cooling properly, front and rear, Compressor was leaking, and rear AC expansion valve was not working - replaced both- refridgerant removed and replaced. Two years prior Firestone advised alternator needed replacing, 2nd opinion could not confirm. Lately the message center flashed "Check Electrical System." Sudden flashes and warnings occurred, shifted poorly, radio quit alternator replaced 
Mar 2017

190000 mi
Battery was completely dead, alternator worn out, Firestone replaced under warranty 
Ford Expedition in Florida, United States
Sep 2009 - Nov 2014
Jan 2013

283000 mi

US $1049
Replaced fuel pump and filter 
Apr 2014

298300 mi
Wheel Bearings 
Sep 2014

306000 mi

US $250
Alternator 
Ford Expedition in Texas, United States
Jan 2009 - Nov 2010
Apr 2010

126000 mi

US $300
coolant valve looked. It's sitting over the top of cylinder coil which had to be replaced as well. 
Ford Expedition in Texas, United States
Nov 2016 - Nov 2017
Aug 2016

197000 mi

US $1100
Air Conditioning compressor failed and had to be replaced. 
Jun 2017

207000 mi
Air conditioning is intermittently not working. The car will just suck in outside air. The mechanic suspects there is a faulty connection to the control module but since it is not replicating for them they cannot do anything to fix it. Since it is infrequent I am just going to leave it. 
Aug 2017

207900 mi
The A/C problem turned out to be a loose connection that the mechanic discovered. He just removed the connectors for each cable and soldered them together. There was no repair cost. 

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2003 Ford Expedition 4dr SUV

260-horsepower 5.4L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

Ford Expedition in Tennessee, United States
Nov 2010 - Mar 2018
May 2011

189000 mi
The car was "missing" at idle or acceleration. My mechanic stated that some moisture got down in one of the spark plugs. Spark plug removed,dried then put back in. No further problems at this time. 6 wks later. 
Nov 2015

273000 mi

US $600
Grinding sound in front end. Brakes replaced including rotors. Worn out brake fluid line replaced.  
Ford Expedition in Iowa, United States
Jan 2011 - May 2017
Jan 2012

104000 mi

US $248
Oil pressure gauge on the dash dropped to nothing. Mechanic replaced the oil pressure sensor and verified with that pressure was there. 
Sep 2012

111000 mi

US $3750
Symptoms: No oil pressure and timing chain rattle. Mechanic recommended an engine rebuild. New timing chain (guides had broken and chain was flapping away unchecked), oil pump, and water pump, cylinders were bored, new bearings. 
Dec 2012

114000 mi
Previous engine rebuild was faulty. Mechanic installed piston with cracked head. Rod bearing at crankshaft failed and engine started making large banging sound. Engine was rebuilt, yet again. 
Aug 2013

119700 mi

US $325
Upon changing front rotors, a clicking sound persists in front wheels when in 2wd. Somehow half shafts are not fully withdrawn when in 2wd. Switched to AWD and clicking ceases. Front axle shafts are fully engaged now. replaced master cylinder 
Jan 2015

118500 mi
Throttle would stick on. Likely due to sub zero temperature. 
Mar 2017

166000 mi

US $95
Battery cable replaced due to corrosion and intermittent electrical contact 
Ford Expedition in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2010 - Jul 2012
Jan 2011

173320 mi

C $450
Seized brake caliper. 
Feb 2011

155000 mi
Newly replaced brake caliper seized again and damaged disc and pads. Dealer paid to replace caliper, pads and disc. ABS computer module failed. Replaced part with one from wrecker. Dealer re-programmed the new module. 
Apr 2011

160580 mi

C $1100
Replaced solenoid for 4x4 engagement in hub. Replaced seals on front drive axel and at drive shaft entry into differential due to small leaks developing. 
Jul 2011

172360 mi
Replaced seal between transmission and 4x4 transfer case. Replaced actuator in 4x4 hub. Ordered vacuum lines and reservoir to complete air leak repair at later date. Intermittent problems with the ABS control module. The dealer has replaced it three times in the last three months. Highly unlikely that four modules (including the original) could fail in this time. Turned out to be a bad pin in wire. 
Aug 2011

176460 mi

C $750
Installed vacuum lines and reservoir. Bill included actuator installed earlier. 
Mar 2012

209560 mi

C $450
Replaced starter. 
Ford Expedition in Utah, United States
Nov 2008 - Jun 2011
Jul 2010

115000 mi
Rear A/C blower "clicks" when turned on, also had to recharge A/C system with refridgerant. 
Oct 2010

118000 mi

US $50
Any time air conditioning was turned on a "click" noise came from the rear core about every second. Traced problem to be an air flap accuator. replaced part, kind of a bear to get to, and everything is running smooth. 
Ford Expedition in Poland
Oct 2009 - Sep 2013
Apr 2012

121200 mi

$80
Replacment of the bearing of the drivebelt tension roll. 
Apr 2013

124720 mi

$250
both tie-rod ends replaced then laser geometry set (prices calculated from PLN to USD: 100 USD for parts (including postal delivery service), 60 USD for replacement, 35 USD for geometry calculated from PLN to USD is about 60 USD for everything : bar itself, postal delivery and replacement 
Jul 2013

125240 mi

$390
changed front brake calipers pistons (all 4), piston boots, lower guide pins and pin boots 
Ford Expedition in Minnesota, United States
Oct 2009 - Apr 2013
Feb 2011

104000 mi

US $600
hard starting after warm engine. Replaced fuel pump. problem solved 
Nov 2012

114300 mi

US $250
Front drive shaft seal leaking. Replaced seal. Rear differential chattered. Rear gear oil changed. 
Apr 2013

116000 mi

US $3800
Blown head gasket 
Ford Expedition in New York, United States
Jan 2010 - May 2010
Feb 2010

46000 mi

US $650
Sudden brake failure due to rusted-out brake line.  
May 2010

48000 mi

US $500
Front wheel bearing, vehicle is 4WD so repair part was an expensive unit. 
Ford Expedition in Nevada, United States
Jul 2010 - Jun 2018
Aug 2010

112000 mi

US $80
replaced coil-on-plug #6 
Jun 2012

137000 mi

US $1100
4 struts replace.....Transmission/fluid 12 qt 
Dec 2012

138000 mi

US $450
alternator replacement 
Jan 2017

US $420
three window regulators failed....need new parts 
Mar 2017

147300 mi

US $160
check engine 313 - replaced COP3 
Oct 2017

145000 mi

US $270
check engine light - p303/p316 - replaced COP3 
Ford Expedition in California, United States
Oct 2009 - Jun 2018
Jul 2011

89000 mi

US $210
Remove and replace Blender Motor 
Dec 2015

124000 mi

US $634
Heater blending switch replaced. Whole dashboard had to be taken out and reinstalled after new switch was successfully installed. 
Sep 2017

138000 mi

US $974
Replace Intake Manifold and heater diverter valve 
Oct 2017

138000 mi

US $1100
Replaced shorted wire harness and O2 sensor 
Ford Expedition in Michigan, United States
May 2014 - Feb 2015
Feb 2015

136000 mi

US $150
RF brake hung up and the brake pedal would slowly go to the floor. Replaced RF brake caliper and the brake master cylinder. 
Ford Expedition in Tennessee, United States
Dec 2015 - Jan 2017
Aug 2016

114100 mi

US $355
Spark plug ejected from head and required that a helicoil be installed. 
Nov 2016

115900 mi

US $355
Another Spark plug ejected from head and required that a helicoil be installed. 
Ford Expedition in Pennsylvania, United States
Feb 2014 - Sep 2018
Mar 2014

33000 mi
BackupAid Backup Aid Again 
Jul 2014

34200 mi
engine will not start on first try during the hot weather. 
Sep 2014

35000 mi

US $216
The driver's seat needed to be re cushioned. There was no support left. 
May 2015

39600 mi

US $706
Fuel pump lost prime. Small hole in the pump return hose. 
Oct 2015

41500 mi

US $150
Rear heater actuator 
Sep 2016

47000 mi

US $200
idle pulley 
Jul 2018

58000 mi

US $600
passenger power seat Rail had to be replaced. was bent 
Ford Expedition in Ohio, United States
Oct 2008 - Apr 2015
Jan 2009

69000 mi

US $100
Seat heater tripping off in a few seconds after activation. Extensive bulletin(s) from Ford on this...well known design problem, but Ford still proudly lets the vehicle owner pay for the repair/module replacement.  
Ford Expedition in Alabama, United States
Jan 2015 - Feb 2015
Feb 2015

183000 mi

US $200
My truck is burning coils right now one about every two weeks or so. Have replaced 4 already in two months. Not sure if we are done with coils yet on this one. 
Ford Expedition in Washington, United States
Dec 2015 - Apr 2018
Feb 2016

154000 mi

US $61
Water in spark plug well had to replace number 1 cylinder ignition coil pack. 
Sep 2016

164000 mi

US $73
Replaced rear console surround due to wear. Replaced rear third high mount brake light due to broken light cover. Since it protrudes I accidentally busted it while cleaning the car at a self service car wash using the foam brush wand. My fathers Navigator has the same issue. Those dang brake lights aren't cheap! 
Mar 2017

170237 mi

US $160
Had to replace broken front passenger window after break in. Battery turned engine over, but did not start vehicle. Diagnosed as a bad battery using multimeter. Had to replace battery. 
Jul 2017

174820 mi

US $420
Replaced alternator, alternator harness, drive belt, tensioner and pulleys.  Also replaced the engine idle air control valve  and rubber column shift boot. 
Oct 2017

175850 mi

US $209
Replaced worn out drivers seat foam cushion and leather. 
Apr 2018

178381 mi

US $396
Replaced worn out inner and outer tie rods on drivers side. 
Ford Expedition in British Columbia, Canada
Sep 2015 - Apr 2018
Oct 2017

111600 mi

C $85
Replaced front rotors. When slowing down from higher speeds they were beginning to shake and vibrate the vehicle. 
Jan 2018

114080 mi

C $250
Rear drivers side wheel bearing getting growly, was replaced. A 1 hour job. 
Ford Expedition in California, United States
Nov 2016 - Jun 2018
Mar 2017

142000 mi

US $1382
Front differential overhaul 
Jun 2017

144000 mi

US $38
Replace front and rear blower motor resistors 
Feb 2018

150000 mi

US $100
Replaced thermostat 
Ford Expedition in Virginia, United States
Sep 2008 - Jul 2009
Apr 2009

95000 mi

US $550
Driver's side window screeches and squeals when motoring down.  Rear AC unit had loud clunking noise from unit. 
Jun 2009

97000 mi

US $400
Car quit 7 times on trip home from vacation. Replaced crank sensor, but problem occurred 1 week later 
Jul 2009

97000 mi
Sold car because could not get stalling problem fixed. 
Ford Expedition in Ohio, United States
Apr 2011 - Sep 2015
Sep 2015

185000 mi
Have a clunking noise when going up hill &/or when auto shifting into higher gear. I would say this is going into 3rd gear. 
Ford Expedition in Michigan, United States
Nov 2011 - Oct 2019
Jun 2012

87000 mi

US $45
Replaced driver door sensor that senses when door opens and turns on dome light. 
Nov 2012

88200 mi

US $27
Passenger door ajar sensor 
Jul 2013

91500 mi

US $68
Replace Battery 
May 2014

97000 mi

US $285
Replaced left front hub Replaced left rear door "ajar" sensor 
Aug 2014

99000 mi

US $27
Reolace left rear door sensor 
Feb 2016

112900 mi

US $430
Ejected no. 3 sparkplug. Drilled out hole and tapped for new insert. Installed insert. Replaced spark plugs and new no. 3 coil. 
Mar 2017

120000 mi

US $83
Replace front airbag crash sensor 
Jun 2017

120000 mi

US $207
Replace alternator 
Dec 2018

126000 mi

US $430
Cut out rusty rocker panels and weld in new Rocker panels and repaint 
Ford Expedition in California, United States
May 2011 - Sep 2011
Jul 2011

81000 mi

US $350
New tires were needed, also cracking on the leather seats bottom needed replacement. Engine running well. Vacuum system hose had a leak, plus replaced fuel filter. 
Ford Expedition in California, United States
Dec 2011 - Jan 2012
Jan 2012

99000 mi

US $500
Boot trim around the front driver and passeger doors peeled and needs to be replaced 
Ford Expedition in South Carolina, United States
Apr 2012 - Sep 2015
Jul 2012

184800 mi

US $800
Both catalytic converters were bad. I bought the 2003 Expedition new in California. I now live in South Carolina so I replaced the CAT's with 49 State Original Equiptment ones since my Expedition doesn't have to pass CA emissions test. 
Jan 2013 After alternator failed and replaced with new one the charging system has been tested and is working properly. However, I've been unable to clear the Check Engine Light. 
Sep 2013

204000 mi

US $30
4WD would not fully engage and slip with metallic gear engagement noises. Sounded like hub splines were being stripped. After troubleshooting I determined the 4WD vacuum solenoid on fire wall was defective. Replaced solenoid, now 4WD works. 
May 2014

209400 mi

US $13
Both side view mirrors would not move with mirror switch. Bought Dorman Mirror Switch, 901-319, on Amazon for $12.69 and I replaced mirror switch and both mirrors now move. 
Aug 2015

220900 mi

US $300
Replaced shocks myself. Bilsteins front and Ranchos rear. Used Ranchos because nobody had Bilstein rears. Problems getting coil over assembly out/in because I did one wheel vice lifting front/rear axle and doing both sides at same time. Front 4wd noise. Repair shop replaced vacuum solenoid didn't fix and replaced both 4wd hub actuators. Fix worked temporarily but noise came back. Vacuum leak somewhere which I haven't found yet. Probably have to replace actuators again 
Ford Expedition in North Carolina, United States
Sep 2011 - Jul 2018
Nov 2011

102000 mi

US $800
Intake manifold cracked 
May 2013

130000 mi

US $150
Coil pack on cylinder #3 failed and needed replacement 
Mar 2016

153000 mi

US $210
valve cover gasket leaking and needed to be replaced 
Ford Expedition in New York, United States
Mar 2013 - Apr 2013
Apr 2013

125000 mi
Ignition coil number 4 replaced Engine Knocking,oil leak, need to replace oil pan/oil filter housing-gasket 

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2003 Ford Expedition 4dr SUV

232-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Ford Expedition in Texas, United States
Oct 2010 - Jun 2011
Dec 2010

154000 mi

US $84
Coil number 7 failed. Replaced coil but when I unplugged connector, wires pulled from harness. No NEW part available, went to salvage and cut and spliced no harness. Replaced Fuel Filter 
Ford Expedition in Georgia, United States
Nov 2008 - Mar 2010
Apr 2008

143000 mi

US $950
Replaced transmission. It was my fault, I towed a heavy trailer about 400 miles without switching the overdrive off. 

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2003 Ford Expedition 4dr SUV

232-horsepower 4.6L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

Ford Expedition in New York, United States
Sep 2008 - Apr 2015
Jul 2010

87300 mi

US $45
Truck was misfiring and running rough. Ran OBD test, said #2 cylinder was the problem. Replaced coil pack on that cylinder. 
Apr 2012

106800 mi

US $300
Driver's side window regulator failed and had to be replaced. 
May 2012

107000 mi

US $50
Truck was misfiring and running rough. Ran OBD test, said #3 cylinder was the problem. Replaced coil pack on that cylinder. 
Aug 2012

106000 mi

US $37
Blower was only working on two settings. Replaced the heater switch behind the glove box on the advice of a Ford mechanic. 
Feb 2013

110200 mi

US $505
Replaced left front inner tie rod end. 
May 2013

111600 mi

US $500
Hub was making noise, had it replaced. 
Jun 2013

111000 mi

US $60
Truck was hesitating and running rough, replaced ignition coil #3. 
Jan 2015

112300 mi

US $216
Brake line leaking, replaced 
Apr 2015

124000 mi
Brake lines were rusting through. 
Ford Expedition in Nebraska, United States
Dec 2013 - Dec 2014
Mar 2014

174000 mi

US $825
Power window motor failed, cables broke.  Power seats failed. Not repaired. 
Jul 2014

178700 mi

US $624
PCM and Junction Box. Battery failure too. Had to be towed. Totally dead without replacement of this part. 
Nov 2014

183100 mi

US $734
Rear wheel bearing. 
Ford Expedition in Pennsylvania, United States
Feb 2011 - Apr 2012
Dec 2011

118000 mi

US $264
Replaced O2 sensor 3 times, check for leaks, cleaned Mass Airflow Sensor. Light would come back on. Took it to Ford, 1st trip swore up and down after market sensor was the issue. Light came on, 2 more trips to ford and it was a wire issue 
Feb 2012

121000 mi

US $98
Another lean code came up, this time Mass Airflow sensor was dirty even though it was cleaned a few months ago. 
Ford Expedition in Michigan, United States
Sep 2013 - Jul 2016
Nov 2013

137900 mi

US $175
Driver heated seat not working. 
Sep 2015

144000 mi

US $170
cooling lines from transmission to radiator rusted out and leaked. 
Dec 2015

144000 mi

US $87
Had to replace coil pack and spark plug, third one. Probably end up having to do all eight. 
Mar 2016

145000 mi

US $80
Replace coil pack. 
Jul 2016

146000 mi

US $87
Replace another coil pack. 
Ford Expedition in Alabama, United States
May 2013 - Apr 2017
Jun 2013

95000 mi

US $60
Had to replace the wiper fluid pump. 
Feb 2014

98200 mi

US $150
Changed the battery. Wasn't holding a charge. 
Ford Expedition in Maryland, United States
Nov 2010 - Jan 2014
Sep 2011

89000 mi

US $800
Check engine light is on due to failure of small part that helps mix the gasoline/regulate emissions. Part was estimated at $50 with repair labor at $750! 
Oct 2011

89000 mi
Belts controlling vents in rear seat and rear of vehicle snapped. 
Jan 2014

85000 mi

US $800
emissions sensor broke. Small part to fix but entails taking engine apart to reach it... 
Ford Expedition in Pennsylvania, United States
Mar 2010 - Jan 2012
May 2010

125500 mi

US $150
ABS & Handbrake light is on. Mechanic traced it down & found that ABS computer didn't get any power. Mechanic run a bypass to battery. 
Oct 2011

139200 mi

US $400
Check engine was on because of the gas cap & something else in the engine. 

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2006 Ford Expedition Repair Histories

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