2000 Ford Excursion Body and structure Problems

“While driving, the door opened as the consumer made a turn. The force from the consumer's arm and body caused the door to abruptly open while the vehicle was in motion.”

“I purchased my 2000 Ford excurion in summer 2003. The interior lights have been repaired several times times for staying on randomly. The backup beeper has never worked and when I tried to have both items repaired under the $2000 extended warranty I bought they told me it was not covered. I also have seen the records for this vehicle from the previous owner (that the dealership accidentally sent me) and the vehicle had been in for the same problems as I have before I ever purchased it and that was not disclosed. …”

“While servicing the winshield washer fluid resevoir, I noticed an area of rust located on the right side of the vehicle where the fender joins the firewall. Upon closer inspection, the same problem was observedon the left side. After returning the vehivcle to the dealer for inspection, they noted that they would have to remove both fenders and hood etc. To see how extensive the problem exists. Presently, we are awaiting a Ford representative to view this vehicle and recommend what corrective action will be required. They have had this vehicle in their possession for 10 days. Nlm”

“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.”

“When applying brakes at any speed there is pulsation forward/backward motion. Also, vehicle is too heavy for the brakes. Dealer now recommends new front rotors, rotors are warped. The vehicle pulls to the right and the left. Consumer complains of stiff steering and the rear door doesn't open, nor does the passenger side rear door. It is hard to open from the inside.”