2000-2005 Ford Excursion: Reliability
Updated: 11/23/08
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Our reliability study for this generation Ford Excursion includes details on average repair costs, manufacturer recalls, and everything you need to know to gauge the long-term reliability of this generation Ford Excursion .
Trouble Spots
Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search
for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested
solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer,
however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.
Ball joints:
Lower ball joints wear causing stiff steering, poor steering wheel return, and possible wandering. A replacement ball joint, with a grease fitting, should be installed and regularly lubricated. (2000-01)
Heater core:
Repeated heater core failures are common and may require redundant electrical system ground connections and a restrictor in the heater inlet hose. (2000-02)
Ignition switch:
The ignition switch may be hard to turn or may not spring back from the start position. (2000-02)
Spark plugs:
Spark plug hole threads in cylinder heads are easily damaged or stripped out when removing plugs because carbon builds up on them. (2004-05)
Tail/brake lights:
Beware when buying a used fleet vehicle (e.g. police car, etc.) that had a system that flashed the brake lights because the transmission-and-brake shift interlock will have been disabled. (2000-02)
Consumer Guide® Estimated Repair Costs
This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The
dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the
typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement
costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership
to be slightly higher.
| Item Name | Repair Cost |
| A/C Compressor | $1,140 |
| Alternator | $485 |
| Automatic Transmission or Transaxle | $1,105 |
| Brakes | $290 |
| Clutch, Pressure Plate, Bearing | $0 |
| Constant Velocity Joints | $845 |
| Exhaust System | $390 |
| Radiator | $475 |
| Shocks and/or Struts | $975 |
| Timing Chain or Belt | $615 |
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