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Ford Expedition Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 15 model years, NHTSA lists 103 recalls and 2,915 owner complaints for the Ford Expedition. Newest model year first. Data as of November 9, 2026.
Ford Expedition by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ford Expedition | 2 | 11 | |
| 2025 Ford Expedition | 6 | 38 | |
| 2024 Ford Expedition | 7 | 79 | |
| 2023 Ford Expedition | 8 | 65 | |
| 2022 Ford Expedition | 12 | 117 | |
| 2021 Ford Expedition | 12 | 242 | |
| 2020 Ford Expedition | 18 | 430 | |
| 2019 Ford Expedition | 11 | 528 | |
| 2018 Ford Expedition | 14 | 383 | |
| 2017 Ford Expedition | 4 | 359 | |
| 2016 Ford Expedition | 3 | 217 | |
| 2015 Ford Expedition | 3 | 164 | |
| 2014 Ford Expedition | 0 | 72 | |
| 2013 Ford Expedition | 0 | 92 | |
| 2012 Ford Expedition | 3 | 118 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Ford models · How these reports are made.
Ford Expedition: questions owners ask
Which Ford Expedition year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Ford Expedition model years with the most are the 2019 (528), 2020 (430) and 2018 (383). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Ford Expedition years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2023 (65), 2014 (72) and 2024 (79), out of 13 model years from 2012 to 2024. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Ford Expedition have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 13 Ford Expedition model years, 103 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2020 (18), 2018 (14) and 2021 (12). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Ford Expedition years have the most stalling complaints?
313 owner complaints across 12 Ford Expedition model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2020 (64), 2019 (51) and 2018 (44) model years, out of 12 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Expedition years have the most transmission shifting complaints?
201 owner complaints across 7 Ford Expedition model years describe harsh, jerky or delayed transmission shifting or shuddering. The most were filed for the 2020 (78), 2019 (58) and 2021 (30) model years, out of 7 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Expedition years have the most check engine light complaints?
152 owner complaints across 10 Ford Expedition model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2019 (33), 2018 (27) and 2017 (16) model years, out of 10 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Expedition years have the most transmission failure complaints?
126 owner complaints across 4 Ford Expedition model years describe transmission failure, slipping or a replaced transmission. The most were filed for the 2020 (42), 2019 (39) and 2018 (26) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Expedition years have the most seat belt complaints?
102 owner complaints across 3 Ford Expedition model years describe seat belts not latching, retracting or locking. The most were filed for the 2019 (72), 2020 (24) and 2014 (6) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Expedition years have the most rough idle and misfire complaints?
91 owner complaints across 6 Ford Expedition model years describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. The most were filed for the 2020 (33), 2019 (26) and 2018 (15) model years, out of 6 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Expedition years have the most engine noise complaints?
80 owner complaints across 2 Ford Expedition model years describe a knocking, ticking or rattling engine noise. The most were filed for the 2019 (47) and 2018 (33) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Expedition years have the most backup camera complaints?
59 owner complaints across 4 Ford Expedition model years describe the rearview or backup camera failing or showing a blank screen. The most were filed for the 2017 (26), 2016 (13) and 2020 (13) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Expedition years have the most brake complaints?
40 owner complaints across 2 Ford Expedition model years describe brakes feeling soft, failing, grinding or squealing. The most were filed for the 2017 (22) and 2016 (18) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Expedition years have the most air conditioning complaints?
21 owner complaints across 2 Ford Expedition model years describe the air conditioning not cooling or failing. The most were filed for the 2017 (13) and 2015 (8) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Expedition years have the most sunroof complaints?
21 owner complaints across 4 Ford Expedition model years describe the sunroof or panoramic roof shattering, exploding or failing. The most were filed for the 2024 (8), 2025 (5) and 2022 (4) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ford Expedition years have the most burning smell complaints?
18 owner complaints across 2 Ford Expedition model years describe a burning smell or smoke. The most were filed for the 2017 (12) and 2015 (6) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.