Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2016 Ford Expedition. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Blank or Distorted Rearview Camera Image
- Summary
- 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 June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
Blower Motor Failure May Cause Fire
- Summary
- 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. Ford's number for this recall is 22S56.
Brake Master Cylinder May Leak Fluid into Booster
- Summary
- 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 on April 29, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2022. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 20V-332. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S11.
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Owner complaints (217)
217 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The service brakes is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 217 |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 48 | 22.1% |
| Engine | 37 | 17.1% |
| Power train | 36 | 16.6% |
| Electrical system | 33 | 15.2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 20 | 9.2% |
| Back over prevention | 19 | 8.8% |
| Unknown or other | 18 | 8.3% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 16 | 7.4% |
| Visibility | 8 | 3.7% |
| Air bags | 5 | 2.3% |
How 2016 compares with other Expedition years
Best and worst Expedition years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 118 | 3 |
| 2013 | 92 | 0 |
| 2014 | 72 | 0 |
| 2015 | 164 | 3 |
| 2016 | 217 | 3 |
| 2017 | 357 | 4 |
| 2018 | 377 | 14 |
| 2019 | 508 | 11 |
| 2020 | 420 | 18 |
| 2021 | 235 | 12 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2016 Ford Expedition suv 4x2, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 18 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 491 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 18 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 491 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | $3,950 | 526 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | $3,950 | 536 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | $4,200 | 542 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2016 Expedition for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2016 Ford Expedition FAQ
How many recalls does the 2016 Ford Expedition have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 25V572000 (rear camera), 22V648000 (electrical), 22V150000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2016 Ford Expedition problems?
Owners filed 217 complaints with NHTSA. Service brakes (48), Engine (37), Power train (36) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2016 Ford Expedition get?
EPA rates the 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 16 city, 22 highway and 18 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2016 Ford Expedition get?
NHTSA rated the 2016 Ford Expedition suv 4x2 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 3 stars rollover (21.2% rollover risk).
How does the 2016 Expedition compare with other years?
Among the 2012–2021 Ford Expedition model years at least five years old, the 2014 drew the fewest complaints (72) and the 2019 the most (508). The 2016 drew 217. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.