1996 FORD Expedition Problems

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD EXPEDITION. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE ANTI-THEFT WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE; HOWEVER THE ANTI-THEFT LIGHT REMAINED BLINKING. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.

May 16, 2016

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 complaint

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 FORD EXPEDITION. LAST YEAR, THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR THE VEHICLE SPEED CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH. SHE HAD THE RECALL REPAIR PERFORMED. ONE YEAR LATER, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE IDLING. AN INSPECTOR FROM FORD STATED THAT THE FIRE ORIGINATED FROM THE CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH; HOWEVER,THEY WOULD NOT ASSUME LIABILITY BECAUSE THEY REPAIRED THE VEHICLE ONCE ACCORDING TO THE RECALL. THE POWERTRAIN AND RECALL NUMBER WERE UNKNOWN. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 105,000.

Oct 22, 2007

Fire: 1

TIRES

1 complaint

THE CONSUMER'S COMPLETED STREET ADDRESS IS: 8535 RED HILL COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT SHE AND HER SISTER WERE IN THE VEHICLE TALKING, WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, WHEN THE CONSUMER ACCELERATED TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE THE STEERING WHEEL STARTED TO VIBRATE INTENSELY. THE CONSUMER STRUGGLED TO MAINTAIN CONTROL AND PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE SISTER VISUALLY INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND SAW THAT THE TIRE SEEMED TO BE INFLATED. SO THEY PROCEEDED WITH THE STEERING WHEEL STILL VIBRATING, TRAVELING AT ABOUT 10-15 MPH TO A GAS STATION. (A SHORT DRIVING TEST WAS PERFORMED, AND THE CONSUMER WAS SHOWN THE INSIDE OF THE LEFT TIRE, THERE WAS BULDGING FROM THE SPLINTERED TREAD AND A HUGE BUBBLE)-THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THIS WAS EVIDENCE OF A DEFCTIVE TIRE. THE SECOND INCIDENT HAPPENED ON THE FOLLOWING DAY OF THE REPAIRS. SEVERAL HOURS INTO THE TRIP, DRIVING AT A HIGH SPEED OF TRAFFIC, THE VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL STARTED AGAIN. WHEN THE CONSUMER AND SISTER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE THEY HAD SEEN THE INSIDE OF THE RIGHT REAR TIRE WAS BULDGING OUT FROM THE SPLIT TREAD AND SPLINTERING STEEL WAS A HUGE RUBBER BUBBLE. THE CONSUMER PURCHASED 5 NEW TIRES. BOTH CONTINENTAL AND FORD HAVE BEEN INFORMED OF THE INCIDENTS AND DECLINED TO FULLY REIMBURSE THE COST. THE CONSUMER STILL EXPECTS A FULL REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE EXPENSES SHE HAD INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE NEGLIGENCE OF CONTINENTAL TIRE NORTH AMERICA AND FORD MOTOR COMPANY. *SCC

Sep 26, 2002

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Where to Find VIN for Problems Check

To check for problems and complaints on your 1996 FORD Expedition, you'll need the VIN number. Find your VIN in one of these 4 common locations.

Where to Find VIN Number on 1996 FORD Expedition for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports

Each character in your 1996 FORD Expedition 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.

1996 FORD Expedition VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

How to Check 1996 FORD Expedition Problems in 3 Steps

Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 1996 FORD Expedition dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

Browse owner-reported complaints organized by vehicle component (engine, transmission, brakes, electrical) to identify common issues and problem patterns for this model year.

Check Safety Issues

Review crash and fire incidents for each component to assess safety concerns. Contact your FORD dealer or report problems to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 1996 FORD Expedition have?

The 1996 FORD Expedition currently has 3 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 1996 FORD Expedition?

The most common problems reported for the 1996 FORD Expedition are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 1996 FORD Expedition problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 1996 FORD Expedition comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 1996 FORD Expedition?

You can report safety problems with your 1996 FORD Expedition directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 1996 FORD Expedition VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 1996 FORD Expedition reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 1996 FORD Expedition. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.