8.4

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
3,905 miles

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problem #21

Oct 262004

Excursion

  • Automatic transmission
  • 82,000 miles
Brakes wore out prematurely. The part was replaced nine times. As a result, when applying the brakes steering wheel vibrated violently.

- Orland Park, IL, USA

problem #20

Aug 152003

Excursion

  • miles
While applying the brake pedal vehicle failed to respond. Also, brake light appeared on the dashboard without prior warning.

- Hebron, KY, USA

problem #19

Nov 152002

(reported on)

Excursion 4WD

  • miles
During the first three months of ownership this vehicle was returned to three different Ford delerships to coorect poor breaking performance. During hard braking the vehicle pulls hard to the left. At each dealership the rotors were turned and swapped from side to side, the pads were replaced and the suspension was realigned. During one occasion I almost lost control of the vehicle and crossed into oncoming traffic on a two lane road. I was told by greenway Ford, during one of the visits in early 2001. That this is a known problem by Ford and their engineers are studying the problem. The final result of each repair has been the same the vehicle continues to pull hard to the left during hard braking. Now at 31500 miles the vehicle suddenly began to sudder uncontrollably while braking. The vehicle was taken back to a Ford dealership where the rotors were turned. The pads had minimal wear. I was told by the dealership that Ford Excursion require the rotors to be turned yearly. This condition is a safety hazard and needs to be corected.

- Chuluota, FL, USA

problem #18

Aug 162002

(reported on)

Excursion 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Front brakes pull to the left when pedal is depressed along with vibration and pulsation. Entire brake system was replaced at 12,000 miles along with pads/rotors and calipers.

- Reno, NV, USA

problem #17

Apr 012002

Excursion 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer stated that when applying brakes, vehicle pulls significantly into on coming traffic or to the left. Dealer notified, but unable to fix the problem.

- Tulsa, OK, USA

problem #16

Nov 062001

Excursion 4WD

  • miles
Concerned about rotors needing to be replaced at 38,30 miles and brakes have been replaced also I am concerned that this will be ongoing thing and concerned about my familys safety, hope to hear from you very soon.

- Amissville, VA, USA

problem #15

Sep 012001

Excursion

  • miles
When consumer applies brakes vehicle vibrates and pulsates. Also, vehicle pulls to left and right. Dealership is aware of problem.

- Ft Collins, CO, USA

problem #14

Jul 132000

Excursion 4WD Diesel

  • miles
Brakes pull to left when hard stopping, there is no repair for this problem according to Ford.

- Naples, FL, USA

problem #13

Aug 192001

Excursion 4WD Diesel

  • miles
While passing on a two lane road, the vehicle I was passing swerved into my lane. I had to apply the brakes very forcefully and when I did so, the brakes pulled the steering so hard to the left I nearly lost controlof the vehicle. Following this situation I tested both my Excursion and my Ford F-350 and both vehicles swerve hard to left during forceful emergency braking. I should also note that at 36,000 miles, my Excursion was serviced under warranty for brake pulling and pulsating. The rotors and pads were replaced however, I do not believe this warranty service is related to the severe pulling during emergency braking. I believe the braking problem is structural in origin and is going to result in some number of fatalities. I know that it my case, I came to the brink of an unsurvivable accident.

- Damariscotta, ME, USA

problem #12

Apr 182001

Excursion

  • miles
When brakes are applied pedal becomes hard, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has repaired vehicle several times, and has not been able to correct problem.

- Stewartstown, PA, USA

problem #11

Mar 012000

Excursion

  • miles
During braking vehicle will pull to the right typically, however, it will pull to the left on occasion. Vehicle pulls when brakes are applied. Severity of this pulling increases with hardness of braking. Dealership has examined vehicle, and lubricated calipers as well as replaced and rotated brake pads. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

- Zimmerman, MN, USA

problem #10

Dec 012000

Excursion

  • miles
When applying brakes at any speed vehicle will pull to left during light and hard braking. Dealership is aware of defect, and has agreed to replace vehicle. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

- Ham Lake, MN, USA

problem #9

Apr 012001

Excursion

  • miles
When applying brakes lost control of vehicle. Engine slowed down. Also, hesitated without prior notice.

- Naples, FL, USA

problem #8

Apr 182001

(reported on)

Excursion 4WD Diesel

  • miles
When braking cars pulls to left, have had this problem since new Ford does not have a repair for it at this time.

- Naples, FL, USA

problem #7

Jul 112000

Excursion 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving on dry pavement and upon attempting to make a graudal stop when applying brakes, consumer noticed pulsation in brake pedal which has caused extended stopping distance. Consumer has contacted dealer.. the vehicle had been at service center 5 times. Rotors and brakes had been replaced over and over again but the vehicle was still not safe.

- Reisterstown, MD, USA

problem #6

Oct 272000

Excursion 4WD Diesel

  • miles
No summary listed fro above vehicle.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #5

Oct 261999

Excursion 4WD

  • miles
This vehicle shakes, rattles and rolls constantly, alignment 3 seperate times, extremely hard too stop, nothing but problems with frame and chassis. I am currently waiting for a dsb hearing in regards to Ford repurchasing vehicle as previously they denied repurcahe of vehicle. I have also submitted all of my repair orders to Ford for review and I am told I will have to testify at the dsb hearing and havent received a date for same. This vehicle is the worst too try and control, stop or drive due to steering whhel shakes, frame stability and lack there of.

- Placentia, CA, USA

problem #4

Jul 282000

Excursion 4WD Diesel

  • miles
The brakes pull sometimes left, sometimes right intermittently, vehicle has been to dealer 3 times for repair.

- Delaware, OH, USA

problem #3

Apr 142000

(reported on)

Excursion

  • miles
While traveling heard a loud noise. When depressing the brakes the noise stopped. Dealer has repaired vehicle, but problem returned.

- Woodworth, LA, USA

problem #2

Mar 022000

(reported on)

Excursion 4WD Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Under normal braking procedures vehicle will pull too abruptly to the left, possibly causing loss of control. Dealer and manufacturer cannot determine and fix the defect.

- Pardise Valley, AZ, USA

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