2023 FORD EXPEDITION Safety Overview

The 2023 FORD EXPEDITION has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 8 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Structure:interior panels:center console
  • Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages
  • Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control

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

2023 FORD EXPEDITION 26V368000

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.

Reported: 9/6/2026
2023 FORD EXPEDITION 26V204000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2022-...

Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

A safety recall has been issued concerning visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2022-2023 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, and F-600 SD vehicles. If ignored, windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.. To fix this, dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge.

Reported: 3/31/2026
2023 FORD EXPEDITION 26V104000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-4...

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.

A safety recall has been issued concerning electrical system: integrated trailer brake control. 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. If ignored, 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.. To fix this, the integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.

Reported: 2/20/2026
2023 FORD EXPEDITION 25V314000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Navigator and Expedition vehicles.

A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.

A safety recall has been issued concerning service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Navigator and Expedition vehicles. If ignored, aloss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.. To fix this, dealers will inspect the front brake line and replace the brake line or air cleaner outlet pipe, as necessary, free of charge.

Reported: 9/5/2025
2023 FORD EXPEDITION 25V315000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025...

A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

A safety recall has been issued concerning back over prevention:software. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. If ignored, afrozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.. To fix this, the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.

Reported: 9/5/2025
2023 FORD EXPEDITION 24V852000

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.

Reported: 8/11/2024
2023 FORD EXPEDITION 23V420000

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.

Reported: 9/6/2023
2023 FORD EXPEDITION 23V128000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehi...

A fractured pinion can result in a loss of 4-wheel drive and may cause the front wheels to lock up, increasng the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 23V128000: A fractured pinion can result in a loss of 4-wheel drive and may cause the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/24/2023

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.