2025 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
- 38
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Forward collision avoidance
Campaigns on file for 2025
None on file
26% of complaints
Complaints per year
2025: 38 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 4 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 853 |
| 1998 | 836 |
| 1999 | 946 |
| 2000 | 890 |
| 2001 | 578 |
| 2002 | 340 |
| 2003 | 615 |
| 2004 | 297 |
| 2005 | 315 |
| 2006 | 299 |
| 2007 | 215 |
| 2008 | 146 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 58 |
| 2011 | 71 |
| 2012 | 118 |
| 2013 | 92 |
| 2014 | 71 |
| 2015 | 164 |
| 2016 | 216 |
| 2017 | 358 |
| 2018 | 381 |
| 2019 | 515 |
| 2020 | 416 |
| 2021 | 241 |
| 2022 | 116 |
| 2023 | 65 |
| 2024 | 79 |
| 2025 | 38 |
| 2026 | 11 |
| 2027 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Forward collision avoidance
26% · 10 reportsMost commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
Show complaint excerpts
The pre collision avoidance system doesnât activate at all even though the adaptive cruise control works properly. Has been seen and evaluated by Dealership technician as well as having a Ford engineer remotely logged into the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-11
Steering
18% · 7 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The rear suspension oscillates and bounces violently over bumps, expansion joints, broken or uneven pavement, and washboard surfaces.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-11
Also filed under Suspension
Seats
16% · 6 reportsElectrical system
16% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
Show complaint excerpts
[XXX], I bought a new Ford Expedition Max Platinum. Four days after I bought the Ford Expedition Max, I experienced brake failure and all warning lights going off on the Ford.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-07-07
Also filed under Service brakes and air bags
Service brakes
13% · 5 reportsShow complaint excerpts
On August 11, 2026 at approximately 5:17 PM, the vehicle was traveling about 25â30 MPH and approaching a stop sign. The driver began braking normally, but the vehicle did not adequately slow despite repeatedly pressing the brake pedal.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-12
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2025-05-23Engine and engine cooling25V198000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Expedition, and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. The engine may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
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2025-08-08Air bags25V439000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Navigator and Expedition vehicles. The passenger side air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag to deploy with excessive force during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger side air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S51.
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2025-08-22Service brakes, hydraulic25V488000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles.
Remedy: The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.
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2026-02-26Service brakes, hydraulic25V823000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD4.
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2026-03-25Electrical system, exterior lighting26V104000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles.
Remedy: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Buy-smart checklist
2025 Ford Expedition — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Seats: 6 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 25V198000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 25V439000 · Air bags
- Recall 25V488000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 25V823000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 26V104000 · Electrical system, exterior lighting
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- Is the 2025 Ford Expedition reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2025 Ford Expedition is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2025 Ford Expedition?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2025 Ford Expedition have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.