jim9012
New Member
Hi Expedition Community,
I’m considering purchasing a 2018 Expedition Max as a family vehicle. The asking price is $31,500 before negotiations, and it has 60,273 miles on it.
The vehicle has had three different owners but has always been maintained at the same dealership. This maintenance history allows me to purchase a 3-year extended warranty up to 100k miles.
However, there are a few concerns that I’m hoping to get your opinions on, as I don’t want to end up with a lemon:
1. 2022: Customer reported water leaking through the sunroof and pooling in the roof, which could indicate significant water intrusion issues.
2. 2022: The Powertrain Control Module was reprogrammed to address a cam phaser rattle.
3. 2023: Alarm issues, going off in the middle of the night, which could indicate electrical problems.
4. 2023: Engine cooling fan running constantly, suggesting potential cooling system issues.
5. 2023: Rear pinion seal leak; this was repaired on 04/26/2024.
6. 2024: T-case output seal replacement.
7. 2024: Significant repair for a rattle upon startup, likely cam phaser replacement, costing $4,019.54.
I’m new to Ford, but these issues and leaks are concerning. I currently own a 2012 GMC Sierra 2500, which, after addressing some common issues, still runs strong at 137k miles.
Can I expect the same kind of reliability from the Expedition once these known issues have been fixed? I appreciate any insights or advice you can provide.
Thank you,
Jimmy
I’m considering purchasing a 2018 Expedition Max as a family vehicle. The asking price is $31,500 before negotiations, and it has 60,273 miles on it.
The vehicle has had three different owners but has always been maintained at the same dealership. This maintenance history allows me to purchase a 3-year extended warranty up to 100k miles.
However, there are a few concerns that I’m hoping to get your opinions on, as I don’t want to end up with a lemon:
1. 2022: Customer reported water leaking through the sunroof and pooling in the roof, which could indicate significant water intrusion issues.
2. 2022: The Powertrain Control Module was reprogrammed to address a cam phaser rattle.
3. 2023: Alarm issues, going off in the middle of the night, which could indicate electrical problems.
4. 2023: Engine cooling fan running constantly, suggesting potential cooling system issues.
5. 2023: Rear pinion seal leak; this was repaired on 04/26/2024.
6. 2024: T-case output seal replacement.
7. 2024: Significant repair for a rattle upon startup, likely cam phaser replacement, costing $4,019.54.
I’m new to Ford, but these issues and leaks are concerning. I currently own a 2012 GMC Sierra 2500, which, after addressing some common issues, still runs strong at 137k miles.
Can I expect the same kind of reliability from the Expedition once these known issues have been fixed? I appreciate any insights or advice you can provide.
Thank you,
Jimmy