Model year 2024 · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2024 Ford Expedition: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings

EPA rates the 2024 Ford Expedition at 17–19 mpg combined across 3 versions. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls and 79 owner complaints for this model year. Its best NHTSA overall crash-test rating is 5 out of 5 stars.

Safety recalls

7

EPA combined mpg

17–19

NHTSA overall rating

5/5

Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT

Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a Ford dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.

2024 Ford Expedition recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 7 safety recalls for the 2024 Ford Expedition, newest first.

Structure: Interior panels: Center console

NHTSA 26V368000 Reported Jun 9, 2026
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 26S38)
Units affected
548,463 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Expedition vehicles. The chrome plating on the center console may bubble and peel, resulting in sharp edges.
Risk
Vehicle occupants may contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the center consoles as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 16, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S38. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 10, 2026.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Integrated trailer brake control and 1 more component

NHTSA 26V104000 Reported Feb 20, 2026
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 26C10)
Components
Electrical system: Integrated trailer brake control; Exterior lighting: Tail lights
Units affected
4,381,878 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
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, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Service brakes, hydraulic: Foundation components: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

NHTSA 25V314000 Reported May 9, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S47)
Units affected
273,789 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Navigator and Expedition vehicles. The front brake lines may contact the engine air cleaner outlet pipe and become damaged, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak and reduced brake function.
Risk
A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the front brake line and replace the brake line or air cleaner outlet pipe, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S47.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Back over prevention: Software

NHTSA 25V315000 Reported May 9, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S49)
Units affected
1,076,138 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Engine and engine cooling: Engine: Oil/lubrication

NHTSA 25V198000 Reported Mar 28, 2025
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 25S30)
Units affected
4,356 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Expedition, and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. The engine may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
Risk
A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S30.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Engine and engine cooling: Engine: Oil/lubrication

NHTSA 24V851000 Reported Dec 20, 2024
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 24S70)
Units affected
2,490 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, 2024 Expedition and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine. The engines may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
Risk
A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S70.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Equipment: Other: Labels

NHTSA 24V852000 Reported Nov 8, 2024
Filed by
Ford Motor Company (manufacturer recall no. 24C39)
Units affected
27,678 (estimate)
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
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.
Remedy
Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.

2024 Ford Expedition fuel economy by version

EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination. Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.

2024 Ford Expedition EPA fuel economy
VersionEngineTransmissionDriveFuelCity/Hwy/CombFuel cost/yrCO2 g/mi
Expedition 2WD3.5L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 10-speedRear-Wheel DriveRegular17/23/19 mpg$3,550462
Expedition 4WD3.5L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 10-speedPart-time 4-Wheel DriveRegular16/22/18 mpg$3,700485
Expedition Timberline AWD3.5L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 10-speedPart-time 4-Wheel DriveRegular16/19/17 mpg$3,950523

Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.

EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.

2024 Ford Expedition crash-test ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

2024 Ford Expedition NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Tested vehicleOverallFrontalSideRolloverRollover riskForward collision warning
2024 Ford Expedition EL SUV 4WD5 stars5 stars5 stars4 stars19.1%Standard & Optional
2024 Ford Expedition EL SUV RWD5 stars5 stars5 stars3 stars21.2%Standard & Optional
2024 Ford Expedition SUV 4WD5 stars5 stars5 stars4 stars19.1%Standard & Optional
2024 Ford Expedition SUV RWD5 stars5 stars5 stars3 stars21.2%Standard & Optional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.

Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.

2024 Ford Expedition owner complaints

Owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Ford Expedition, most recently on Oct 22, 2026. 7 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 11 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.

Most-cited components in 2024 Ford Expedition complaints
Component named in complaintsMentions
Unknown or other17
Electrical system14
Forward collision avoidance: Warnings10
Service brakes8
Vehicle speed control7
Lane departure: Blind spot detection6
Engine5
Power train5
Visibility/wiper5
Forward collision avoidance: Adaptive cruise control4

Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.

Had a safety problem with your vehicle? You can report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.

Other Ford Expedition model years

Ford Expedition by model year
YearCombinedRecallsComplaintsOverall rating
2027 Expedition18 mpg205/5
2026 Expedition18–19 mpg2105/5
2025 Expedition18–19 mpg6385/5
2023 Expedition17–19 mpg8655/5
2022 Expedition17–19 mpg121165/5
2021 Expedition18–19 mpg122415/5
2020 Expedition18–19 mpg184255/5
2019 Expedition18–20 mpg115225/5
2018 Expedition18–20 mpg143825/5
2017 Expedition16–18 mpg43575/5
2016 Expedition16–18 mpg32175/5
2015 Expedition16–18 mpg31645/5

All Ford Expedition years compared · Decode a VIN

Other 2024 Ford models

Sources

  • Recalls: NHTSA recall flat file (FLAT_RCL_POST_2010), dated Oct 27, 2026, plus a live check of api.nhtsa.gov in your browser.
  • Complaints: NHTSA consumer complaint flat files (COMPLAINTS_RECEIVED), counts only — we do not republish complaint text.
  • Crash tests: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
  • Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
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