2026 Ford Expedition Problems
Compared with other Ford Expedition years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2026 can be compared from 2029.
- Most reported part: Other or unknown (4 complaints).
- 2 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 11filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 800miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 4 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 3.5L 6-cyl RWD · 16 city / 24 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2026 Ford Expedition (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 2026 Ford Expedition. The part named most often is other or unknown, with 4 complaints (36% of the total), followed by steering (4) and wheels (4). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 800 miles. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 59 technical service bulletins for this model year. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 31 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Steering complaints overlap with 5 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Other or unknown4 36%
- Steering4 36%
- Wheels4 36%
- Brakes2 18%
- Electrical system2 18%
- Seats1 9.1%
- Suspension1 9.1%
- Vehicle speed control1 9.1%
Example complaints
Other or unknown: “Today, while driving on the Causeway in New Orleans, the longest bridge in the world, my panoramic sunroof exploded at 70 mph and almost caused me to wreck my car. The exact same thing happened to my previous expedition. It was a 2024 limited trim and both instances are very disturbing and have really affected me negatively. I almost wrecked the car both times. Something has to be done about these panoramic sunroofs.”
NHTSA complaint #11767603, filed 2026-09Steering: “The contact owns a 2026 Ford Expedition MAX. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH or higher speeds, the steering wheel shuddered due to a front suspension issue. The contact completed some research online and learned that it was a known failure associated with 2025 - 2026 model years. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 800.”
NHTSA complaint #11742718, filed 2026-06, 800 milesWheels: “Description On your vehicle it is possible that the trailer module trm may lose communication at vehicle start-up. If a trm loss of communication occurs and a trailer is connected to the vehicle, trailer stop lamps and turn signal indicators will not function. Additionally, for trailers equipped with electronic trailer brakes, the trailer brakes will not function. This loss of communication can occur with-or-without a trailer connected to the vehicle and can only initiate at vehicle start-up. …”
NHTSA complaint #11744046, filed 2026-06Brakes: “On October 10, 2026, while traveling down the interstate at approximately 80 mph, the dash on my vehicle began flashing the following error messages: Service AdvanceTrac, Check Brake System, Service Vehicle Soon, Part Brake Limited Function Service Required, and PreCollision Assist Not available. Also showed multiple service needed icons. The car did not have any brakes. It did not appear to have the hydraulic fail safe functioning either. We put the vehicle in neutral and coasted. Once we slowed down to about 30 mph, the rear brakes only began locking up. We did have park on the transmission. …”
NHTSA complaint #11773943, filed 2026-10Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 800 and 800 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Ford Expedition. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition · SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 · 20.4% risk |
| Expedition · SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 · 23.7% risk |
| Expedition MAX · SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 · 20.4% risk |
| Expedition MAX · SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 · 23.7% risk |
Neighbouring years: 2025: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2026 Ford Expedition version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Expedition 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 26V606000Sep 22, 2026Exterior lighting › HeadlightsCovers: Ford Expedition 2025–2027, F-450 SD 2026, F-250 SD 2026 +2 more
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2027 Expedition, 2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, and F-550 SD vehicles. The headlight assemblies may contain a contaminated LED chip, which can result in a loss of daytime running lights, parking lights…
- 26V104000Feb 20, 2026Electrical system › Integrated trailer brake controlCovers: Ford Expedition 2022–2027, F-150 2021–2026, Lincoln Navigator 2022–2027 +7 more
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…
Recall details for the 2026 Ford Expedition → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 59 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038627Oct 19, 2026Electrical system, Other or unknown. Some 2025-2027 Expedition/Navigator vehicles may exhibit an intermittent electronic static/buzzing/screeching/humming noise from the front audio speakers that changes with engine RPM. This may be…
- 11038622Oct 13, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system, Seats. Some 2025-2027 Expedition/Navigator vehicles built without multi-contour second row seats (without minor feature code BYBAL) may exhibit a concern where the instrument panel cluster (IPC) displays…
- 11038437Oct 6, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system. Some 2024-2026 Nautilus and 2025-2026 Explorer/Aviator/Expedition/Navigator vehicles may experience Android Auto connection or general Bluetooth pairing concerns for both Android and IOS after an…
- 11037814Sep 29, 2026Electrical system, Steering. Quality improvements include: -Steering column memory calibration update to minimize unnecessary contact with mechanical hard stops
- 11037820Sep 25, 2026Body and structure, Electrical system. Quality improvements include: -Software update to improve responsiveness of the door control system after the vehicle enters a low-power state
- 11037569Sep 25, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system. Some 2024-2026 F-150, 2025 Explorer/Aviator, 2025-2026 Expedition/Navigator, or 2026 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U211B:43:48 stored in the body control module…
- 11037538Sep 23, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system, Air bags, Steering. This bulletin supersedes 26-2280. Reason for update: To add 2027 vehicle models, update the Parts list to change the tape, and revise Step 4 to change the tape and wrap an additional wiring harness…
- 11037512Sep 22, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system. Quality improvements include: -Restraints Control Module update to implement robust power-on reset logic.
- 11037503Sep 16, 2026Electrical system, Other or unknown. Quality improvements include: -Image Processing Module A update to the latest software level
- 11037654Sep 11, 2026Other or unknown, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)…. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above equipped with one-touch up/down windows may exhibit a condition where a window does not respond to one-touch controls, does not open all the…
Other model years of the Ford Expedition
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 11 | 800 | 2 | 5 | 19 | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 38 | 7,300 | 6 | 5 | 19 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 79 | 15,263 | 7 | 5 | 19 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 65 | 38,000 | 8 | 5 | 19 | 70 · More | Too new |
| 2022 | 117 | 30,000 | 12 | 5 | 19 | 75 · More | Rising |
| 2021 | 241 | 43,000 | 12 | 5 | 19 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2020 | 426 | 62,968 | 18 | 5 | 19 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2019 | 524 | 73,000 | 11 | 5 | 20 | 83 · More | Rising |
| 2018 | 383 | 55,868 | 14 | 5 | 20 | 85 · More | Rising |
| 2017 | 358 | 77,276 | 4 | 5 | 18 | 67 · More | Rising |
| 2016 | 217 | 66,760 | 3 | 5 | 18 | 52 · Typical | Stable |
| 2015 | 164 | 68,000 | 3 | 5 | 18 | 46 · Typical | Rising |
| 2014 | 72 | 90,000 | 0 | 4 | 16 | 0 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2013 | 92 | 90,250 | 0 | 4 | 16 | 0 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2012 | 118 | 82,000 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 14 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2011 | 71 | 55,000 | 0 | — | 16 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2010 | 58 | 52,813 | 0 | — | 16 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2009 | 28 | 61,000 | 1 | — | 16 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2008 | 146 | 62,000 | 3 | — | 14 | 48 · Typical | Falling |
| 2007 | 215 | 61,000 | 2 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 299 | 80,000 | 2 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2005 | 315 | 74,940 | 0 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2004 | 297 | 76,000 | 0 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 615 | 79,850 | 1 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 340 | 83,500 | 2 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 578 | 90,500 | 6 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2000 | 890 | 91,000 | 7 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1999 | 946 | 98,976 | 5 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1998 | 836 | 110,000 | 5 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 853 | 120,000 | 7 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All Ford Expedition model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2026 Ford Expedition have?
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 2026 Ford Expedition as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2026 Ford Expedition is reported most often?
Other or unknown is named most often, in 4 complaints (36% of the total), followed by steering with 4.
Has the 2026 Ford Expedition been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2026 Ford Expedition do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2026 Ford Expedition 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 4 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Ford Expedition get?
The EPA rates the 2026 Ford Expedition (Expedition 2WD, 3.5L 6-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 16 city and 24 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2026 Ford Expedition reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 800 miles and the middle half falls between 800 and 800 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.