What's New for 2001 Ford Expedition
Knowing how much a vehicle has changed from previous model years can help provide additional context when reviewing reliability ratings. Our Editors give you the bottom-line on what's new, the pros, the cons and more.
What's New for 2001
Ford's second-largest SUV changes little for 2001. XLT models get privacy glass as standard equipment, while the upscale Eddie Bauer trim level now comes with HomeLink and a class IV trailer towing package (4x4 models only). Eddie Bauers also get second-row leather captain's chairs and a rear-seat entertainment system as optional equipment. A new "No Boundaries" option package includes a monochromatic black exterior, side body cladding, 17-inch wheels, illuminated running boards and special front seats. Read More
Long-Term Reliability Ratings by Identifix
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2001 Ford Expedition Reliability Rating
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Occasional problems with this vehicle are failures of the Ignition Coils and Boots (5.4L only), and restriction of the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) passages inside the intake plenum (4.6L only). The cost to repair the Ignition Coils and Boots is estimated at $103.00 for parts and $32.50 for labor for each defective coil. The cost to clean the EGR passages is estimated at $4.00 for parts and $65.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax. |
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An occasional problem with this vehicle is the failure of the 4 Wheel Drive System. This can result in a loss of 4 Wheel Drive operation. The failures are not specific to any one part. Therefore the $ cost of repairs will vary. |
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4 out of 5 |
Reliability ratings displayed above reflect style specific standard features and may vary from aggregated values displayed for the same year in the historical model overview below.
Reliability History for Ford Expedition
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