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Exterior lighting: headlights
NewRisk. A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
2025 Ford ExpeditionProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 39 owner complaints about the 2025 Ford Expedition, most often about the forward collision avoidance. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-198 the manufacturer reports only 70% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 9, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Ford Expedition has problems
39 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
8Forward collision avoidance2 crash/fire/injury
7Steering1 crash/fire/injury
6Seats1 crash/fire/injury
6Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
5Power train1 crash/fire/injury
5Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
4Wheels1 crash/fire/injury
3Structure
3Lane departure
138 other systems3 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 8 | 2 |
| Steering | 7 | 1 |
| Seats | 6 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 6 | 2 |
| Power train | 5 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 2 |
| Wheels | 4 | 1 |
| Structure | 3 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 3 | 1 |
| 8 other systems | 13 | 3 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2025 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
Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
NewRisk. 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,…
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electric: control module
NewRisk. An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Control module: software
Risk. An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Air bags: frontal
Risk. An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine: oil/lubrication
Risk. A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
2025 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
2025 Ford Expedition safety ratings
2025 FORD EXPEDITION SUV 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 3 stars (20.4% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Expedition owners report
Recent forward collision avoidance complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
On August 11, 2026 at approximately 5:17 PM, the vehicle was traveling about 25–30 MPH and approaching a stop sign. The driver began braking normally, but the vehicle did not adequately slow despite repeatedly pressing the brake pedal. The vehicle continued completely through the stop sign and…
The pre collision avoidance system doesn’t 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. All modules have been updated and the issue still isn’t…
While driving in heavy traffic on Interstate 10 west bound, I made a right blinker lane change. Right after complete lane change, vehicle emergency brake applied putting me into a spin and steering was fighting me trying to correct thus causing 2 impacts to a vehicle on side of me. It was light…
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