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Ford Excursion Fuel System problems by year

35 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Ford Excursion's fuel system. Fuel pumps, leaks, injectors, fuel smells, gauges and stalling caused by fuel delivery.

Fuel System complaints by model year

YearFuel System complaintsCrashesInjuriesRecalls
200412000
200311000
20027200
20015000

Latest Excursion fuel system complaints

2004 Ford ExcursionElectrical systemEngine & coolingFuel system

Total loss of engine power massive amount black soot exiting exhaust while driving recall # 05v270000 was not performed on vehicle ( I am the original owner) never received notice in mail and dealer somehow missed this "work" and ford should have followed through on this situation. Other repairs done to this vehicle to "fix" this problem was to drain the fuel tank (algae in fuel was the excuse-no algae) fuel pump and filter rail (not problem) two turbochargers were replaced due to excessive sooting (one warranty...

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one at my expense) egr valves and a cam sensor (ford knows the problems exist because ford discountinued the 6.0 Litre motor) this problem has occured multiple times over my ownership.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Engine · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11405521
2004 Ford ExcursionFuel system

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford excursion. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the fuel injection control module needed to be replaced. No repairs were made to the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 24,096.

Filed Incident Fuel system, gasolineNHTSA 10682223
2001 Ford ExcursionAcceleration & cruise controlFuel system

On sept. 29,2014I approached stop light and applied brakes, engine rpm increased very high and brakes would not hold vehicle - had to put it in neutral and engine rpm continue to go higher - this lasted for about 10 seconds before engine went back to idle speed then we proceeded home with no more problems. This has done this several times before and each time brakes would not hold vehicle back. I took it to ford in 2013 and explained it to them and they said to put gas stabilizer in tank as the gas in tank was...

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condensing and causing the computer to malfunction. I put the gas stabilizer in thinking this would take care of it but this time , sept. 29,2014 And the time before, june 2014 - it rev up slightly , it could not be the case these last two times as I had just put fresh gas in it. It is very scary it could have caused a bad accident. Now I am afraid to drive it. I am going to call ford and see what they have to say this time. *Tr

Filed Incident Vehicle speed control · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 10641467
2003 Ford ExcursionSuspensionFuel systemEngine & cooling

The 2003 ford excursion 6.0 Liter diesel, first broke down while driving home from the dealer who was working on recall items. The vehicle stalled while driving less than 2 miles from the dealer (dealer now out of business). After a while the vehicle began losing power, but not stalling while driving, especially up hills. After many attempts to clean parts, egr valve etc, it was stated that the injectors were bad. All injectors replaced. Front main leaf spring broke on the vehicle, and had to be replaced - the...

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spring was no longer available, -the repair facility stated that this vehicle has been historically undersized, and they stopped making the original spring, because too many were breaking. We then again started experiencing a loss of power while driving - at this time my kids were driving the car, and this was particularly worrisome. My repair shop sent the vehicle to a heavy truck and diesel repair shop, specializing in ambulances. After charging me $3000 to fix my problems (various pieces an part related to the engine, fuel system, etc), the vehicle seemed to operate well. While up in cleveland for thanksgiving, the vehicle lost power on the highway - . Had to have it towed to a dealer, and rent a replacement during our vacation. The dealer said more of the fuel/engine issues and after charging me another $1500, I was able to drive home. Less than one month later, same stalling issues. The vehicle would simply stall, at low speed, high speed, under load, or no load - towed again to my repair person, and he sent it to a different diesel mechanic who told me that diesel is leaking into the engine, the injectors again need to be replaced, that it has never been fixed properly, and that this engine is notorious for having very significant problem. I am out of a vehicle, down to one for the family, and unable to afford getting it fixed - again. *Tr

Filed Incident Suspension · Fuel system, diesel · EngineNHTSA 10605255
2004 Ford ExcursionFuel system

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford excursion. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician diagnosed that the fuel injector control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 197,867. The vin was not available.

Filed Incident Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 10596724
2004 Ford ExcursionFuel systemVisibility & wipers

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford excursion. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 mph the engine stalled without prior warning. The engine was able to be restarted after ten minutes and resumed normally, however all of the power windows failed to operate. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the fuel injection control module was replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000. Updated 6/24/14*cn updated 06/26/2014 *js

Filed Incident Fuel system, gasoline · VisibilityNHTSA 10578586
2001 Ford ExcursionFuel systemEngine & cooling

The approximate date above is the first time my excursion blew out a spark plug while on a family trip in pa. Since then, it has blown 2 more in separate instances, the most recent being on the highway this past sunday. The first incident I was towing and putting more strain on the engine, but the 2nd and 3rd incidents no towing was involved. I have read about and several mechanics have also told me the ford triton engines are known for this problem. It seems ford should do the right thing and fix the problem. *Tr

Filed Incident Fuel system, gasoline · EngineNHTSA 10515022
2004 Ford ExcursionElectrical systemEngine & coolingFuel system

While driving the vehicle, it will go into a reduce power mode or sometimes stall. This has happened at various speeds, from around town to highway driving. Very dangerous condition when trying to make left turns and power is lost or engine stalls. Also engine fails to start or starts and stalls right away on occasion. Call ford customer relations and dealer and they tell me my vin is not covered under the recall. I am experiencing the same symptoms but I am not covered. Don't want to spend more money at dealer if they don't know what is happening and how to fix it. *Tr

Filed Incident Electrical system · Engine · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 10501155
2002 Ford ExcursionFuel system

Engine performance suddenly became erratic and very rough running. Immediately turned around and went home/ had towed to ford dealer. Dealership ran $250 diagnostic test but came back clean. I was directed to change engine oil as air might have gotten into the fuel injection lubing system along with changing the fuel filter. On performance of fuel filter replacement, technician directed my attention to what appeared to be small pieces of metal trapped in and on top of filter element. Mechanic said this is very...

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common problem with metal the result of delamination of the inner lining of the fuel tank in ford diesels. Internet research reveals many many complaints to both ford and nhtsa over this issue. This creates a very dangerous situation due to loss of power steering, brakes, and trailer brakes which could easily result in loss of lives. I have complained to ford and my complaint has been duly noted and registered. *Tr

Filed Incident Fuel system, dieselNHTSA 10453823
2004 Ford ExcursionFuel systemBody, doors & structure

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford excursion. The contact stated that all the vehicle doors failed to lock properly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed that the door lock actuators failed. The contact also stated that while refueling, the fuel spilled to the ground. The vehicle was taken to the private mechanic to address the failure. The mechanic confirmed that the filler pipe was rusted and needed to be replaced.The manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 176,167.

Filed Incident Fuel system, gasoline · Latches / locks / linkagesNHTSA 10445875
2004 Ford ExcursionFuel systemElectrical systemAcceleration & cruise control

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford excursion. The contact was stopped at a light when the vehicle attempted to accelerate forward. The contact stated that the brakes were applied during the failure. The following day, the vehicle failed to start and was towed to an authorized dealer. The dealer advised him that the vehicle would need a new injection control pressure sensor and a fuel injection control module. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 05v27000 (electrical...

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system: wiring) and was advised by the dealer and the manufacture that his vin was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 82,300 and the approximate current mileage was 82,400. Updated 02/03/11*lj updated 02/11/11

Filed Incident Fuel system, diesel · Electrical system · Vehicle speed controlNHTSA 10369427
2003 Ford ExcursionFuel system

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford excursion. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle was taken to a diesel garage specialist who stated that the fuel lines, filter and supply lines were all blocked and the fuel tank liner was damaged. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 74,000.

Filed Incident Fuel system, dieselNHTSA 10369125
2002 Ford ExcursionBrakesFuel system

I own a 2002 excursion. Never in water or an accident.85,000 Miles only serviced by ford,lincoln dealerships. Lost 'brakes'. Brakes went to the floor. It turns out all the brake fluid lines (not the hoses) and the fuel line is 'rotted' out. Called ford, case#[[redacted]] . Declined to do anything because vehicle out of 6 year warranty. Dealership said 'this never should have happened'. We need help, cost of replacing all close to $2000.I am the original owner. Can you help? We have a 2001 ford van, 175,000 miles. All the lines are like brand new. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6). *Tr

Filed Incident Service brakes, hydraulic · Fuel system, gasolineNHTSA 10343242
2004 Ford ExcursionEngine & coolingFuel system

2004 Ford excursion diesel with 6.0 Engine. The engine is crap. The fuel injectors are bad it's a known problem. I was in an intersection while making a left turn with an on coming vehicle when I had no acceleration and black exhaust was coming out of the tail pipe. I had my 3yr old daughter on that side of the vehicle. This isn't the first problem we have had with this engine as has almost everyone else that owns it. It needs to be recalled. It scared me so bad I cried. I have called the ford consumer number...

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they did nothing. I am paying ford $1,500.00 To fix the problem that I was told would continue to happen because it's a defect in this particular engine. In the words of one of fords mechanics "he wouldn't own one, they are crap" I'm scared to drive it even after it gets fixed knowing another may go soon or the same one. *Tr

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Fuel system, dieselNHTSA 10314035
2002 Ford ExcursionEngine & coolingFuel system

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford excursion. The contact stated that after opening the hood there was gasoline fumes coming from the engine and fuel was spraying all over the engine. The fuel continued to spray throughout the engine while the vehicle was on; however, when the vehicle was turned off there was a puddle of fuel under it. The dealer observed the fuel leak while performing an additional recall repair and refused to address or repair the fuel leak unless the contact paid $200 for the repair. The manufacturer stated that the fuel leak was not a part of the recall. There was routine maintenance performed on the vehicle prior to the failure. The failure mileage was 40,000.

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Fuel system, gasolineNHTSA 10308892

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