2023 Ford ExpeditionProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 65 owner complaints about the 2023 Ford Expedition, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-852 the manufacturer reports only 65% of affected cars repaired.

2023 Ford Expedition

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 30, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: deathpallie325, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Complaints by system

Where the 2023 Ford Expedition has problems

65 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Electrical system172
Power train111
Visibility60
Engine62
Vehicle speed control63
Service brakes50
Structure41
Forward collision avoidance40
Suspension32
12 other systems174

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

8 recalls

2023 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.

–no report yet

Interior panels: center console

New

Recall 26V-368 · Jun 9, 2026 · 548,463 vehicles

Risk. Vehicle occupants may contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing the risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

16%repaired · 2026 Q3

Windshield wiper/washer: linkages

New

Recall 26V-204 · Mar 31, 2026 · 422,613 vehicles · 66,764 repaired

Risk. Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

84%repaired · 2026 Q3

Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control

New

Recall 26V-104 · Feb 20, 2026 · 4,381,878 vehicles · 3,685,828 repaired

Risk. Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users,…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

93%repaired · 2026 Q3

Back over prevention: software

Recall 25V-315 · May 9, 2025 · 1,076,138 vehicles · 1,002,966 repaired

Risk. A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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84%repaired · 2026 Q3

Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 25V-314 · May 9, 2025 · 273,789 vehicles · 229,493 repaired

Risk. A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

65%repaired · 2026 Q3

Other: labels

Recall 24V-852 · Nov 8, 2024 · 27,678 vehicles · 18,122 repaired

Risk. Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

99%repaired · 2025 Q3

Other: owners/service/other manual

Recall 23V-420 · Jun 9, 2023 · 691,133 vehicles · 685,305 repaired

Risk. Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

98%repaired · 2025 Q1

Power train: axle assembly

Recall 23V-128 · Feb 24, 2023 · 240 vehicles · 234 repaired

Risk. A fractured pinion can result in a loss of 4-wheel drive and may cause the front wheels to lock up, increasng the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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.

Best & worst years

2023 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

2023 Ford Expedition safety ratings

2023 Ford Expedition SUV 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

★★★★★Overall rating
2023 Ford Expedition frontal crash test, NHTSA
Frontal crash★★★★★
2023 Ford Expedition side barrier test, NHTSA
Side barrier★★★★★
2023 Ford Expedition side pole test, NHTSA
Side pole★★★★★
  • Rollover: 4 stars (19.1% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
  • Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words

What Expedition owners report

Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

A few months ago, I noticed there was a delay in the power running board on the drivers side. The passenger side running board came up but the drivers side would only come up after driving for a minute. Now, the drivers side does not come up, without assistance. The motor still moves. It be gins to…
Complaint 11768139 · Sep 30, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while parked and turned off, the vehicle suddenly started independently. The contact turned off the vehicle manually. The contact stated that the failure occurred twice. The dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled;…
Complaint 11749505 · Jul 10, 2026 · 22,080 miles
HOOD COWLING COMING BREAKING SEAL CAUSING BATTERY JUNCTION BOX TO GET WATER IN AND SHORT-OUT JUCTION BOX AND NOT ALLOWING THE CAR NOT TO START.
Complaint 11731309 · Apr 15, 2026

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