2017 FORD EXPEDITION — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
5/5
Safety Rating
444
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
14
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION
The 2017 FORD EXPEDITION has received a total of 444 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There have been 17 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA. 14 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (87 complaints), Power Train (42 complaints), and Service Brakes (41 complaints).
Recalls for the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION
NHTSA has recorded 17 recalls for the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION, potentially affecting up to 14,390,889 vehicles.
Recall 25V572000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
| 1,456,417 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and May 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service...
View full details →Recall 25V572000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
| 1,456,417 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and May 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service...
View full details →Recall 25V572000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
| 1,456,417 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and May 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service...
View full details →Recall 25V572000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
| 1,456,417 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and May 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service...
View full details →Recall 25V572000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
| 1,456,417 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and May 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service...
View full details →Recall 25V572000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
| 1,456,417 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and May 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service...
View full details →Recall 25V572000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
| 1,456,417 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and May 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service...
View full details →Recall 25V572000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
| 1,456,417 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and May 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service...
View full details →Recall 25V572000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
| 1,456,417 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and May 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service...
View full details →Recall 25V236000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
| 123,611 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Consequence: A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer...
View full details →Recall 25V236000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
| 123,611 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Consequence: A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer...
View full details →Recall 25V236000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST
| 123,611 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Consequence: A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer...
View full details →Recall 25V236000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST
| 123,611 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Consequence: A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer...
View full details →Recall 22V648000 — VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
| 198,482 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front blower motor located behind the glove box may fail.
Consequence: Front blower motor failure can increase the risk of a vehicle interior fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front blower motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the second quarter of 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332....
View full details →Recall 22V648000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
| 198,482 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front blower motor located behind the glove box may fail.
Consequence: Front blower motor failure can increase the risk of a vehicle interior fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front blower motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the second quarter of 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332....
View full details →Recall 22V150000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
| 195,864 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and 2016-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Consequence: 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 distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter notifying customers of the safety defect were mailed...
View full details →Recall 22V150000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST
| 195,864 vehicles affected
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and 2016-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Consequence: 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 distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter notifying customers of the safety defect were mailed...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION
444 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rear-view camera became inoperable. The rear-view camera image failed to function properly, and the screen was blank. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the front driver’s side seat belt failed to latch as intended. The failure was intermittent. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the front driver's side seat belt needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under warranty or recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition EL. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was intermittently distorted or inoperable while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The dealer was contacted, and a recall repair appointment was scheduled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the rearview camera needed to be replaced; however, the contact was informed that the part was not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact inquired about rental assistance and was referred to the manufacturer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that she was misinformed by the dealer because the recall part was not yet available. No vehicle rental assistance was provided. The contact stated that the rearview camera had become inoperable. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was approximately 109,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The rearview camera display appeared blank but functioned intermittently. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 77,276.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The rearview camera image appeared blank, and the message “Camera not Available” was displayed. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, parts were not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 118,000.
Safety Rating for the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION
The 2017 FORD EXPEDITION received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION
Ford Motor Company has issued 14 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SSM 49086 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2016-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2016-2018 Focus/C-MAX, And 2016-2018 Transit Connect vehicles may exhibit a concern where the radio will revert to an AM or FM station after the vehicle's ignition has been turned off and turned back on. To address this condition, reprogram the audio control module (ACM) using the appropriate...
SSM 48911 — EQUIPMENT
Some 2016-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2016-2018 Focus/C-MAX, And 2016-2018 Transit Connect vehicles may exhibit a concern where the radio will revert to an AM or FM station after the vehicle's ignition has been turned off and turned back on. To address this condition, reprogram the audio control module (ACM) using the appropriate...
TSB 20-2189 — EQUIPMENT
This article supersedes TSB 20-2028 to update the description of Labor Operation D. Some 2013-2018 F-150/Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with 4-wheel drive (4WD) may exhibit an intermittent grinding noise while driving in 2-wheel drive (2WD) mode most commonly on acceleration. This may be due to a loss of vacuum to the...
SSM 48361 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2017 Expedition vehicles may exhibit a greater than 120 Km/h (75 MPH) overspeed warning in the IPC even though the vehicle has not hit that speed. This my be due to a software error in the cluster. To correct this condition, perform a software update to the IPC using...
SSM 48361 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Some 2017 Expedition vehicles may exhibit a greater than 120 Km/h (75 MPH) overspeed warning in the IPC even though the vehicle has not hit that speed. This my be due to a software error in the cluster. To correct this condition, perform a software update to the IPC using...
SSM 47769 — EQUIPMENT
Some 2016-2017 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with rear volume control may experience an inability to control the volume from the rear volume control after an APIM replacement and/or reprogramming. Reprogram the APIM using the standard programming method outlined in the Workshop Manual (WSM) Section 415-00. For claiming, use causal part 14G371...
SSM 47769 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2016-2017 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with rear volume control may experience an inability to control the volume from the rear volume control after an APIM replacement and/or reprogramming. Reprogram the APIM using the standard programming method outlined in the Workshop Manual (WSM) Section 415-00. For claiming, use causal part 14G371...
SSM 47506 — SUSPENSION
Some 2017-2018 Expedition/Navigator vehicles may experience a noisy, soft, spongy and/or bouncy ride quality while driving. This may be the result of a shock absorber that is leaking fluid. Engineering is currently investigating this concern. To assist with the investigation please use the Report a Vehicle Concern link at the...
SSM 46464 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
SOME 2017 EXPEDITION VEHICLES BUILT ON 14-OCT-2016 AND THROUGH 22-OCT-2016 WITH A KEYED IGNITION (NON-PUSH BUTTON START) MAY HAVE INOPERATIVE DOOR LOCKS WHEN USING THE KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD. REPROGRAM THE BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) TO THE LATEST CALIBRATION USING IDS RELEASE 104.04 OR HIGHER. MAKE SURE YOU ARE CONNECTED TO...
SSM 46464 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SOME 2017 EXPEDITION VEHICLES BUILT ON 14-OCT-2016 AND THROUGH 22-OCT-2016 WITH A KEYED IGNITION (NON-PUSH BUTTON START) MAY HAVE INOPERATIVE DOOR LOCKS WHEN USING THE KEYLESS ENTRY KEYPAD. REPROGRAM THE BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) TO THE LATEST CALIBRATION USING IDS RELEASE 104.04 OR HIGHER. MAKE SURE YOU ARE CONNECTED TO...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the FORD EXPEDITION
- 2012 FORD EXPEDITION — 160 complaints
- 2013 FORD EXPEDITION — 113 complaints
- 2014 FORD EXPEDITION — 91 complaints
- 2015 FORD EXPEDITION — 225 complaints
- 2016 FORD EXPEDITION — 263 complaints
- 2017 FORD EXPEDITION (current)
- 2018 FORD EXPEDITION — 427 complaints
- 2019 FORD EXPEDITION — 527 complaints
- 2020 FORD EXPEDITION — 434 complaints
- 2021 FORD EXPEDITION — 241 complaints
- 2022 FORD EXPEDITION — 132 complaints
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- FORD ESCAPE — 34,654 total complaints
- FORD FOCUS — 29,539 total complaints
- FORD FUSION — 28,243 total complaints
- FORD TAURUS — 23,867 total complaints
- FORD WINDSTAR — 19,456 total complaints
- FORD EDGE — 17,247 total complaints