2017 Ford Expedition Back-over prevention (rear camera) Problems
- Complaints
- 31about this part
- Share
- 9%of 358 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 94,500miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 31 complaints about the back-over prevention of the 2017 Ford Expedition, 9% of the 358 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 94,500 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Recalls fixed 11/15/2022 on my 2017 Ford Expedition. I purchased in March 2018 After picking up my Ford from WINNER Ford, Dover DE yesterday 11/15/2022 I realized my backup Camera screen is fuzzy, the stopped working before I even left the premises. In 2022 Ford recalled Expedition Backup Carmera camera with distorted screens but not for 2017. I have had 2 batteries. There has to be an electrical problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #11493849, filed 2022-11“something burning in truck and then the front blower ceased working. Now I know why - many owners reporting same things and this repair should be covered, or recall expanded to include these additional repairs if needed due to the excessive heat from the blower motor. This could have very easily caused a vehicle fire while I was driving, and we could have been seriously injured. 2) rear back up camera failure due to poor seal around camera and lack of waterproofing of camera electronics causing corrosion and failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #11548681, filed 2023-10“The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while reversing at an undisclosed speed, the rear-view camera displayed a distorted image. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 62,443.”
NHTSA complaint #11545379, filed 2023-09, 62,443 miles“The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while reversing at an undisclosed speed, the back over prevention camera failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera displayed colorful lines but not the proper image. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was 36,830.”
NHTSA complaint #11600903, filed 2024-07, 36,830 miles“The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION). The contact received notification that the remedy was available. The contact stated that the rearview camera would display a distorted image intermittently while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure had obstructed the driver's visibility, which prevented the driver from safely operating the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. …”
NHTSA complaint #11736320, filed 2026-05, 80,000 milesRelated recalls
- 25V572000Sep 3, 2025Ford 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…Covers: Ford Expedition 2015–2017, Lincoln MKC 2015–2019, Ford F-450 SD 2015–2019 +10 more
Related service bulletins
- 10163591Jul 25, 2019Some 2015-2017 Expedition/Navigator front and rear bumper parking aid sensor harnesses FL7Z-15K867-A and BL7Z-15K868-A are currently not available. It is recommended that dealers…
- 10127424Nov 29, 2017Some 2016-2017 Ford and Lincoln vehicles with SYNC 3 may intermittently display an overhead image of a vehicle in the center of the SYNC touchscreen with no obstacle detection…
- 10109001Apr 18, 2017Some 2016-2017 Edge, Escape, Expedition, Fiesta, Flex, MKC, MKT, MKX, Mustang, Navigator and Taurus or 2017 Explorer and Super Duty vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 and built on…
Back-over prevention (rear camera): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3 | 4% |
| 2022 | 6 | 5% |
| 2021 | 5 | 2% |
| 2020 | 8 | 2% |
| 2019 | 3 | 1% |
| 2017 | 31 | 9% |
| 2016 | 19 | 9% |
| 2015 | 17 | 10% |
| 2014 | 1 | 1% |
| 2012 | 2 | 2% |
| 2003 | 1 | 0% |
Other parts of the 2017 Ford Expedition
93 complaintsBrakes
75 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
51 complaintsOther or unknown
41 complaintsEngine
38 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
34 complaintsVehicle speed control
21 complaintsFuel system
20 complaintsWheels
16 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsSteering
11 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Ford Expedition
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology