2018 FORD EXPEDITION Safety Overview
The 2018 FORD EXPEDITION has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 13 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Structure:interior panels:center console
- Seat belts:pretensioner
- Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as vehicle occupants may contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing the risk of injury.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for FORD EXPEDITION owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Expedition vehicles.
Vehicle occupants may contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 26V368000: Vehicle occupants may contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles.
Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
A safety recall has been issued concerning seat belts:pretensioner. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. If ignored, seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.. To fix this, dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator...
A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 25V236000: A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles.
Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
NHTSA Recall 25V197000: Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles.
Seat belts that do not retract or extend may fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
NHTSA Recall 24V099000: Seat belts that do not retract or extend may fail to restrain an occupant... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Esc...
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.
A safety recall has been issued concerning equipment:other:labels. 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. If ignored, 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.. To fix this, ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicle...
Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
A safety recall has been issued concerning equipment:other:owners/service/other manual. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with third-row seating; and 2019-2023 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCab vehicles. If ignored, without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.. To fix this, ford will mail the Owner's Manual addendums that describe how to adjust and remove the head restraints for the center seating positions, free of charge.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Expedition, F-150, and Lincoln Navigator...
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 18V392000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Expedition vehicles.
In the event of a crash, a seat that moves may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing their risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 18V805000: In the event of a crash, a seat that moves may not properly restrain the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-150 and 2018 Ford Expedition and ...
Despite the transmission shift lever being placed in 'Park' and the instrument panel display indicating 'Park,' the vehicle may roll away after it has been exited if the parking brake has not been applied, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V213000: Despite the transmission shift lever being placed in 'Park' and the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-650 and F-750 vehicles equipped with 6-spee...
If the gear shift cable clip becomes unseated or dislodged, the gear shift lever position may indicate that the transmission is in 'Park' when it may be in a different gear. Additionally, despite selecting 'Park', if the parking brake is not applied before the vehicle is exited, the vehicle may roll. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V214000: If the gear shift cable clip becomes unseated or dislodged, the gear shift... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles.
If the window does not automatically reverse when an obstruction is found, it can increase the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 18V058000: If the window does not automatically reverse when an obstruction is found... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Expedition vehicles.
If the seat back is not adequately secured, and/or the seat occupant is improperly positioned, there can be an increased risk of injury in a crash.
NHTSA Recall 17V775000: If the seat back is not adequately secured, and/or the seat occupant is... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.