NHTSA Data Explorer
Ford Expedition
Data refreshed July 24, 2026
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Complaints
9,192
Active records
Recalls
86
Active records
TSBs
1,415
Active records
Filing history
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Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
36
Injuries
663
Crashes
547
Fires
709
Top reported issues — Ford Expedition
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Operating state
Condition issue
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Reporting mechanism
Performance issue
Thermal issue
Engine behavior
Noise
Safety restraint issue
Braking behavior
Fluid issue
Driver assistance issue
Vibration/harshness
Safety restraint behavior
Electrical issue
Access/entry issue
Powering on/off behavior
Lighting behavior
HVAC behavior
Wiper/washer behavior
Steering behavior
Starting behavior
Infotainment behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Smell
Recent change
Communication/network issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2020 FORD EXPEDITION
Filed Jul 21, 2026
Car is equipped with power running boards. Set to come down when the doors are opened on that side, and return up and tucked under when doors on that side are closed. Lately they have been glitching and stuck down, stuck up, or, the most dangerous - go back up under car when door is opened and stepping on to them - children's feet have almost been crushed in them tucking under the car. I have tried overriding the system in the car to make them either stay out or stay in regardless of when the…
2019 FORD EXPEDITION
Filed Jul 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V099000 (Seat Belts). While driving approximately 45 MPH and approaching an intersection, the air bag warning light illuminated. There was an abnormally loud sound like a gunshot coming from the vehicle, and smoke was inside the vehicle. The front passenger’s seat belt unexpectedly deployed and retracted on the side of the vehicle. The seat belt failed to move and became inoperable. Prior to the…
2020 FORD EXPEDITION
Filed Jul 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 26V344000 (Seat Belts), 26V368000 (Structure) and 26V402000 (Power Train); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked and stalled and needed to be towed on several occasions.…
2020 FORD EXPEDITION
Filed Jul 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 26V368000 (Structure), 26V402000 (Power Train), 26V344000 (Seat Belts) and 25V197000 (Seat Belts); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while shifting the transmission into park(P) or drive(D), the vehicle lunged forward. There was no…
2020 FORD EXPEDITION
Filed Jul 20, 2026
There is frequently a smell of exhaust inside the cabin upon starting the engine before driving. It is concerning that exhaust may be leaking into the cabin leading to potential injuries. The vehicle has not been inspected for this issue specifically but has been through multiple general inspections.
2021 FORD EXPEDITION
Filed Jul 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the gear shifter unexpectedly shifted to park(P). No warning light was illuminated. The failure was a recurring failure. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V402000 (Power Train). The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and the issue was escalated. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
2019 FORD EXPEDITION
Filed Jul 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the message Vehicle in Park was displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle unexpectedly shifted into park(P) on two separate occasions. There was an abnormally loud clunking sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V402000 (Power Train). The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The…
2016 FORD EXPEDITION
Filed Jul 20, 2026
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a blank screen. The message “Camera Unavailable” was displayed. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the recall repair was completed. The contact was informed that the rear-view camera was inoperable after the recall repair was performed. The contact was informed that a diagnostic…
2020 FORD EXPEDITION
Filed Jul 20, 2026
The transmission frequently has harsh and delayed shifting it is concerning that this leads to unsafe conditions while driving as the vehicle is not as responsive as it should be. The transmission has been replaced once and rebuilt three times by the dealer.
2020 FORD EXPEDITION
Filed Jul 19, 2026
We recently purchased a certified pre-owned 2020 Ford Expedition Max Limited with approximately 70,000 miles. Since purchasing the vehicle, it has experienced several issues, particularly with the transmission. Before the transmission was replaced, the dealer attempted to repair it twice but was unable to resolve the problem. After the replacement transmission was installed, the same symptoms returned within one to two weeks, including harsh shifting, shuddering, and harsh engagement when…