What's Wrong with the 1st Generation (2000–2005) Excursion?

Excursion owners have made 63 complaints about the 2000–2005 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 35th out of 94 Ford generations in overall reliability, with some engine and electrical concerns.

Common 2000-2005 Ford Excursion Problems

Some of the worst issues 1st generation Excursion owners have to deal with.

  1. Spark Plugs Ejected in Triton Engine

    Ford Triton engines are spitting out spark plugs like sunflower seeds, but the suits in Detroit act like there isn't any problem. They're wrong. We believe this defect affects the following 2-valve engines: Triton 4.6L V8, 5.4L V8, 6.8L V10…

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What Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

1st Generation (2000–2005) Excursion Key Numbers

  1. 5 model years

    Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.

  2. 63 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  3. 35th in reliability

    Overall reliability rank out of 94 eligible generations.