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.
2017 Ford ExpeditionProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 359 owner complaints about the 2017 Ford Expedition, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 4 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 November 4, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: DestinationFearFan, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Ford Expedition has problems
359 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
93Electrical system8 crash/fire/injury
52Power train2 crash/fire/injury
43Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
38Engine
35Service brakes, hydraulic2 crash/fire/injury
31Back over prevention
29Visibility2 crash/fire/injury
21Vehicle speed control
19Fuel/propulsion system
8017 other systems24 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 93 | 8 |
| Power train | 52 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 43 | 2 |
| Engine | 38 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 35 | 2 |
| Back over prevention | 31 | 0 |
| Visibility | 29 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 21 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 19 | 1 |
| 17 other systems | 80 | 24 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2017 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 · 2026 Q3
Foundation components: master cylinder
Risk. A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 electrical system problems start?
88kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 39 electrical system complaints. 64% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 43% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
1under 30k miles25under 100k miles14100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2017 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2017 Ford Expedition safety ratings
2017 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 electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I smelled something burning in my vehicle and then after that my air conditioner stopped working and it turned out to be the blower motor that was replaced in December of 2023
Vehicle is subject to NHTSA Recall 25V572 (Ford 25S89) for rear view camera failure. The camera intermittently displays a blank or distorted image when in reverse, or shows a “camera unavailable” message. This is a known safety defect acknowledged by the manufacturer. Remedy has not been available…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air conditioner failed. The air conditioner continued to turn off and on unexpectedly. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number…
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