Recalls
6campaigns
3 brake · 1 lighting · 1 air bag
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
36filed
Owner reports, 2017–2026 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Crash tests
5★overall
★★★★★ Frontal 5★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 3★
Source: NHTSA NCAP
Fuel economy
19mpg combined
$3,437/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
3.5 L 6-cyl· 10-speed automatic
2 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (6)
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2025 Ford Expedition. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Exterior Lighting May Fail/FMVSS 108
Exterior lighting · headlights
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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, high beams or low beams. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence
- A loss of exterior lighting can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the headlight assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C43. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 26, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported41,748 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 26V606000
Listed for 2025 Ford Expedition. Not checked against your VIN.
Trailer Lighting and Brakes May Not Function/FMVSS 108
Electrical system · integrated trailer brake control
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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."
- Consequence
- 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.
65.7% repairedof 4,381,878 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 26V104000
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Loss of Power Brake Assist
Service brakes, hydraulic · power assist · electric · control module
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
- Consequence
- An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
46.4% repairedof 679 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V823000
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Loss of Power Brake Assist
Service brakes, hydraulic · power assist · electric · control module · software
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
- Consequence
- An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.
92.1% repairedof 312,120 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V488000
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Air Bags May Deploy with Excessive Force
Air bags · frontal
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Navigator and Expedition vehicles. The passenger side air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag to deploy with excessive force during a crash.
- Consequence
- An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the passenger side air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S51.
67.8% repairedof 171 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V439000
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Misaligned Engine Oil Plug
Engine and engine cooling · engine · oil/lubrication
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
66.9% repairedof 4,356 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Owner complaints (36)
36 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The forward collision avoidance is mentioned most often.
4involved a crash
1involved a fire
2injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 36 |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 8 | 22.2% |
| Steering | 7 | 19.4% |
| Unknown or other | 7 | 19.4% |
| Electrical system | 6 | 16.7% |
| Power train | 5 | 13.9% |
| Seats | 5 | 13.9% |
| Service brakes | 5 | 13.9% |
| Wheels | 4 | 11.1% |
| Engine | 3 | 8.3% |
| Lane departure | 3 | 8.3% |
How 2025 compares with other Expedition years
Best and worst Expedition years →2017357
2018377
2019508
2020420
2021235
2022113
202365
202476
202536
202610
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 357 | 4 |
| 2018 | 377 | 14 |
| 2019 | 508 | 11 |
| 2020 | 420 | 18 |
| 2021 | 235 | 12 |
| 2022 | 113 | 12 |
| 2023 | 65 | 8 |
| 2024 | 76 | 7 |
| 2025 | 36 | 6 |
| 2026 | 10 | 2 |
This year (2025)Other yearsStill collecting reports
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
Overall★★★★★
Frontal crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
RolloverRollover risk 20.4%★★★☆☆
Compare fairly. Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Ratings apply to the tested configuration.
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2025 Ford Expedition suv 4wd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 19 mpg combined
19
mpg combined
16
city
24
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,550
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 472 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
$3,437per year
$286per month
789gallons a year
Miles ÷ 19 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 · 10-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | $3,550 | 472 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automatic | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 501 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2025 Ford Expedition FAQ
How many recalls does the 2025 Ford Expedition have?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns: 26V606000 (lighting), 26V104000 (brake), 25V823000 (brake), 25V488000 (brake), 25V439000 (air bag), 25V198000 (engine). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2025 Ford Expedition problems?
Owners filed 36 complaints with NHTSA. Forward collision avoidance (8), Steering (7), Unknown or other (7) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2025 Ford Expedition get?
EPA rates the 3.5 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automatic version at 16 city, 24 highway and 19 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2025 Ford Expedition get?
NHTSA rated the 2025 Ford Expedition suv 4wd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 3 stars rollover (20.4% rollover risk).
How does the 2025 Expedition compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Ford Expedition model years at least five years old, the 2021 drew the fewest complaints (235) and the 2019 the most (508). The 2025 drew 36. 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.
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