2014 Ford Expedition
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 4 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 853 |
| 1998 | 836 |
| 1999 | 946 |
| 2000 | 890 |
| 2001 | 577 |
| 2002 | 340 |
| 2003 | 615 |
| 2004 | 296 |
| 2005 | 315 |
| 2006 | 299 |
| 2007 | 215 |
| 2008 | 146 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 58 |
| 2011 | 71 |
| 2012 | 116 |
| 2013 | 90 |
| 2014 | 71 |
| 2015 | 164 |
| 2016 | 210 |
| 2017 | 353 |
| 2018 | 357 |
| 2019 | 455 |
| 2020 | 367 |
| 2021 | 212 |
| 2022 | 104 |
| 2023 | 61 |
| 2024 | 68 |
| 2025 | 26 |
| 2026 | 6 |
| 2027 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
45% of complaints: power train — 32 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
ON SUNDAY NOVEMBER 29, 2020, THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN BACK FROM CHURCH, APPROXIMATELY 10 MILES. IT WAS PARKED ON A GRAVEL DRIVE WAY, IN PARK, AND THE KEY REMOVED. THE VEHICLE WAS EXITED AT APPROXIMATELY 12:35PM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210125
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the RPM increased rapidly, and the contact became aware that the vehicle had downshifted unintendedly, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231031
18% of complaints: electrical system — 13 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURY14% of complaints: engine — 10 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: air bags — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TRAFFIC ON HWY CAME TO A SUDDEN STOP FROM AROUND 60 MPH. I APPLIED THE BRAKES VERY HARD AND CAME TO A SAFE STOP. THE VEHICLE BEHIND ME DID NOT STOP AND REAR ENDED ME AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20191025
I WAS IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC AND REAR-ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE, VEERED TO THHE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND HAD TO RUN THROUGH AN IRON GATE TO AVOID INJURIES TO PEDESTRIANS AND ULTIMATELY CRASHED INTO A TREE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160126
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 FORD EXPEDITION. WHILE AT A STOP, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20151028
7% of complaints: structure — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
Minor side impact. All repairs were make and no issues noted
NHTSA ODI report, 20251022
ON SUNDAY NOVEMBER 29, 2020, THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN BACK FROM CHURCH, APPROXIMATELY 10 MILES. IT WAS PARKED ON A GRAVEL DRIVE WAY, IN PARK, AND THE KEY REMOVED. THE VEHICLE WAS EXITED AT APPROXIMATELY 12:35PM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210125
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2014 Ford Expedition — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (32 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (10 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2014 Ford Expedition reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Ford Expedition is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ford Expedition?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Ford Expedition have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.