repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2016 Ford ExpeditionProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 217 owner complaints about the 2016 Ford Expedition, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-572 the manufacturer reports only 21% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 28, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Ford Expedition has problems
217 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
37Engine3 crash/fire/injury
36Power train4 crash/fire/injury
35Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
33Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
20Vehicle speed control1 crash/fire/injury
19Back over prevention
17Service brakes, hydraulic
16Fuel/propulsion system
8Visibility
4014 other systems6 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 37 | 3 |
| Power train | 36 | 4 |
| Service brakes | 35 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 33 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 20 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 19 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 17 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 16 | 0 |
| Visibility | 8 | 0 |
| 14 other systems | 40 | 6 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2016 Ford Expedition recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Wiring: interior/under dash
Risk. Front blower motor failure can increase the risk of a vehicle interior fire.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Foundation components: master cylinder
Risk. A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, requiring greater effort and…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Mileage at failure
When do engine problems start?
58kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 24 engine complaints. 83% were reported before 100,000 miles.
2under 30k miles20under 100k miles4100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2016 vs. every other Expedition year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Expedition median. How we score
'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2016 Ford Expedition safety ratings
2016 Ford Expedition SUV 4x4 in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (19.8% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Expedition owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The failed components are called "cam phasers." It is a known problem with the Ford 3.5 Ecoboost Engine (that even Ford is aware of). The cam phasers can fail, causing the timing chain to fail at any moment. They rattle upon startup of a cold engine. The failure of the original engineering is…
The vehicle stops accelerating randomly it’s been in the shop (Ford dealer) a few times and they are unable to pinpoint the issue. The warning lamps would come on after the vehicle fails to accelerate. It would lose power at any interval and coast until it’s fully stopped.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the engine made a knocking sound. No warning light was illuminated. The contact related the failure to the cam phasers; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer.…
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