Fortunately there were no vehicles immediately behind the vehicle as this would have resulted in a major rear end collision. Note that the number of problems reported for the 2011 Expedition is 71 while the average number of problems reported for the 24 model years of the Ford Expedition is 296. The Dealership Had The Vehicle For Three Days And Contacted ford Engineering For Technical Advice. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train with 20 problems. I wish we had looked for one with leather. The wrench indicator was lighted on the dash.
Ford would not stand behind it. It Was Towed To A ford Dealer About 5 Miles Away. So I had take it in to another dealership they found that they had to replace the transmission pump gear. The only major criticism, other than the lack of engine power, is the Expedition's rather spongy brake feel and plentiful nosedive in hard stops. Based on survey data from 72,000 vehicle owners, the awards recognize vehicles with high consumer satisfaction ratings and lower-than-average ownerships costs. Drove it about 8 miles to the purchasing dealer.
I reached out multiple times and only heard back once! No more hump in the back that cramps the 3rd row seating, or jiggly ride. Despite its size, driving the Expedition is relatively easy—thanks to light but precise steering, and a suspension that does a great job reeling all that weight in. The Contact Stated That While Driving Approximately 60 Mph, The Vehicle Began To Shake Violently. The Contact Was A Mechanic And Performed A Diagnostic Test That Indicated A Transmission Failure. He said we are basically driving computers now with all the technology.
The 2011 Ford Expedition has just as roomy and comfortable of an interior as you might guess in gazing at its gigantic exterior. After Picking Up This New Vehicle Driving Down The Hwy This Vehicle Made A Loud Noise Coming From The Transmission Area. Change or go the way of the Aztek. The Manufacturer Was Not Made Aware Of The Failure. We did not have any flat tires.
We Were Able To Get Off At The Exit That Was Immediately Upon Us And Safely Pull Off On The Side Of The Road. A rear-view camera is optional. Of course a vehicle this large also carries a number of disadvantages, the gas mileage will never compare with a Prius, parking can be a challenge in tight quarters, and it will never handle like a Porsche. I turned the vehicle off and back on and it work like nothing ever happened. They Said That This Type Of Problem Could Not Have Been Prevented And It Does Not Happen Often.
All Expedition models come with a 5. This is a safety concern that Ford needs to fix in new and older models. However, the Expedition's ride is stiff, it gets low fuel economy and the engine frequently sounds coarse and strained. The lightest of us weighs 190, and several weigh over 250. I like the console area of the car and the controls are all within easy reach.
The second row has adequate headroom and legroom for taller adults, and most passengers will find the third row accommodating for short trips. The power-deploying running boards are lower than the fixed ones, making vehicle entry and exit a little easier. The interior is very useful. She had to call for a tow truck. Comfy front captain's chairs are standard on all models, and thanks to a wide range of adjustability in the steering wheel and pedals, folks of widely varying sizes should have no problem. Plus, we had zero trouble on the first two Expeditions, despite driving 20k+ miles per year. My dogs who fight have their own seats and there is room in the back for the litter box.
Headroom and leg room galore, and still a good deal of room for luggage, shopping bags, or large pets. Other standard safety features include side-impact airbags and a three-row Safety Canopy rollover detection system with stability control. I turned that light off on the dashboard, and was able to drive without any problem. So, I purchased from the other dealer! However, it is reliable and a A+ for features. She then attempted to put the vehicle in drive, but she had no power. The only major criticism, other than the lack of engine power, is the Expedition's rather spongy brake feel and plentiful nosedive in hard stops.