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#49 of 106 Re: 2005 Expedition Eddie Bauer [johnnyp1039] by drequet

Apr 14, 2010 (12:52 pm)

Replying to: johnnyp1039 (Apr 09, 2010 5:49 am)
My 2005 did this in the same spot. I had bought it new in 2005. At 37,000.00 miles it started that bubbling. My dealer said no way - out of warranty. I got in touch with Ford and since I did buy it new and it is probably our 8th or 9th new Ford in the past 20 years, they paid the dealer to repaint it. A friend of mine is the painter for this Ford dealership. He said he can paint it but it will happen again. Two years later it bubbled up again in the same spot - got rid of it in Dec. I had the fuel pump problem and it was going to take three months to get a fuel pump. By the way Ford did pay my diagnostic bills on that. Love those Expeditions but doubt if I'll ever buy another one.

#50 of 106 Re: 2004 Ford Expedition Roof Rusting and leaking [kennyk1019] by jroyalty

Apr 17, 2010 (8:00 am)

Replying to: kennyk1019 (Jan 04, 2010 7:30 pm)
I also have a 2004 Expedition (<50k miles) and its roof started rusting maybe a year ago but didn't perforate until 2 weeks ago. The dealer says the Ford warranty on perforation is 5 years (I checked the warranty manual and he's right). Unfortunately we've had the truck 5 1/2 years. My 2003 F-150 did the exact same thing 2 years ago but said it was covered b/c there was "less than 100k miles on it" according to the body shop person (never checked the warranty manual). We live 6 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. I don't know if this contributed to this or not - you would think not. A little disturbing that both my trucks have/had the issue.

#51 of 106 2006 Ford Expedition with rust spots on roof by wendygirl276

Jun 21, 2010 (7:49 pm)

I noticed recently that my 2006 Expedition ( only 28,000 miles) has rusted spots in the channels on the roof. Ford's warranty won't fix it because the rust didn't go through yet to the interior!?!? By the time THAT happens the 5 year warranty will be expired. They want to charge me $1000.00 to repair the roof. I will definitely not be purchasing another Ford. Should have listened to those who warned me about Ford 4 years ago before my purchase.

#52 of 106 Ford Expedition - Paint Bubbling by stargo61

Jun 30, 2010 (5:35 am)

I like all here am having the same problem. I contacted my dealer and Ford Customer service in Dearborn without any recourse...basically the just said no it wouldn't be covered under warranty. I am not familiar with the class action process, but I'd imagine we have some cause. If someone else if familiar please say so, I am going to look into how this might be addressed and can keep you apprised. It is roughly $1000 to fix, but there is no guarantee that it won't keep happening.

#53 of 106 Re: Ford Expedition - Paint Bubbling [stargo61] by alwaysfords2

Jun 30, 2010 (8:25 am)

Replying to: stargo61 (Jun 30, 2010 5:35 am)
Are you talking about the hatch or the roof issue? If they prep the hatch properly by stripping and starting from bare metal it shouldn't keep happening.
I got a quote of 650 for mine. I previously did a spot treatment, which is still fine but another spot came up. Rather than chase it around I'm going to do the whole thing.

#54 of 106 paint bubbles expedition lawsuits by retiredjp

Jul 08, 2010 (11:32 am)

I have a 2006 expedition limited. 2nd owner. Noticed yesterday that the paint was bubbling . Immediately took to BobAllen ford where I purchased. Ford knows there is a problem and will only take care of it under 3yr/36K warranty. This listed for 54K.
Dealer and Ford general office REFUSE TO HELP out on fixing the paint. Are there any CLASS ACTION LAWSUITS ABOUT BAD PAINT ON FORDS??? would be interested in starting or joining one!!! retiredjp

#55 of 106 Rust in the rockers 2003-2006 by milano164

Aug 05, 2010 (5:10 am)

Unfortunately, my Expedition has fairly severe rust in the rockers. I was a bit shocked to see a hole large enough to put my hand through on the drivers side and the passengers side is not much better. Both sides need to be replaced.
It wasn't that noticible since the running boards hide some of the issues.
 
I am surprised since I can walk through parking lots and don't see issues this severe on any similar age trucks from other manufacturers. This is a low mileage truck that is really used for towing my race car trailer in the summers.
Amazingly, the truck is very clean overall - only the outer rockers seem affected by corrosion. It is almost like the metal wasn't treated.
 
Not sure what to think. It is a good truck but normally I hang on to my vehicles for 10-15 years.

#56 of 106 Re: 2006 Expedition Limited Roof Rust [jamjim] by dee808

Aug 15, 2010 (9:32 pm)

Replying to: jamjim (Mar 17, 2010 3:44 pm)
Same here I have the same problem as you, and minds is a 2007 we just noticed the problem. We have a white vehicle and we noticed that when we looked closer you can see little rust dots. I thought it was just dirt but with the bubbling and rusting on the roof and back I'm fearing that it can be all over the vehicle.

#57 of 106 2010 Expedition rust under dash by cortexans

Aug 16, 2010 (2:52 pm)

I just purchased brand new expedition EL. Got it home installed a electric brake for towing under dash. I noticed that the metal for dash has a brown rust all over it. If you run your hand on the bottom of dash it comes back with a brown rust stain. It could also get on you pants/dress if you hit leg. Took it to dealer and they said its normal. We checked several other vehicles and some had rust but not as bad as mine. Looks like there is no paint or protection on dash metal. The tech sent email to ford and this is what they sent back:
 
"This concern is covered by the Warranty and Policy manual. To better assist you on this warranty related question, the Technical Service Hotline recommends that you refer to the dealership Warranty Administrator, the Warranty and Policy Manual, or you may contact the Warranty Assistance Center by accessing Dealers Ask Ford off of FMCdealer.com for clarification.
 
Unpainted interior components will have some surface rust due to the humidity in the air. No repairs should be made for this normal characteristic."
 
Has anyone else seen this much rust on the dash metal supports? Its out of sight so most people would not notice but I have concerns with electrical problems in the future.

#58 of 106 Re: 2010 Expedition rust under dash [cortexans] by alwaysfords2

Aug 21, 2010 (3:03 pm)

Replying to: cortexans (Aug 16, 2010 2:52 pm)
It is normal, on the Expy and most cars. It will not yield electrical problems.

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