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2024 FORD EXPEDITION Safety Overview

The 2024 FORD EXPEDITION has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 7 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Structure:interior panels:center console
  • Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
  • Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

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

Consumers have also filed 50 safety complaints.

Common areas of concern reported by owners include:

  • Engine
  • Transmission
  • Tires
  • Brakes
  • Electrical
  • Steering

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

2024 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: 6/9/2026
2024 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
2024 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: 5/9/2025
2024 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.

NHTSA Recall 25V315000: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/9/2025
2024 FORD EXPEDITION 25V198000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Expedition, and 2024 Lincoln Navi...

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.

A safety recall has been issued concerning engine and engine cooling:engine:oil/lubrication. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Expedition, and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. If ignored, arapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. To fix this, dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge.

Reported: 3/28/2025
2024 FORD EXPEDITION 24V851000

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, 2024 Expedition and 2024 Lincoln ...

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.

A safety recall has been issued concerning engine and engine cooling:engine:oil/lubrication. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, 2024 Expedition and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine. If ignored, arapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. To fix this, dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge.

Reported: 12/20/2024
2024 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.

NHTSA Recall 24V852000: Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/8/2024

Recent Complaints

ODI ID: 11748388

Component: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Forward collision system does not work or alert under any circumstances. Vehicle has forward collision mitigation as well as collision mitigation alerting, but neither systems work. Dealer able to verify these systems do not work, but have no recourse for repair, as Ford engineering has not provided a solution."

Reported: 7/2/2026
ODI ID: 11748388.0

Component: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Forward collision system does not work or alert under any circumstances. Vehicle has forward collision mitigation as well as collision mitigation alerting, but neither systems work. Dealer able to verify these systems do not work, but have no recourse for repair, as Ford engineering has not provided a solution."

Reported: 7/2/2026
ODI ID: 11747128

Component: ENGINE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Incident happened 06/26/2026. My wife was driving with our 4 kids down the highway to family event. My wife smelled a funny odor coming from the vents and was going to drive to the next exit and then noticed smoke. At that moment she wasn’t sure where the smoke was coming from. She put the hazards on and started pulling off to the shoulder thinking possibly it was the radiator. She came to a stop and called me (husband) that something was wrong with the vehicle. She was going to leave the kids in the car, get out and check the radiator. That’s when smoke started coming in through the air vents. She didn’t want the kids to breath in the smoke so they exited the vehicle, that’s when she noticed a fire under the engine. At that point a state trooper arrived on scene. He checked on my wife and kids and brought them back to his patrol car. The trooper went back to the vehicle to grab the baby’s diaper bag and wife’s purse. The trooper tried to extinguish the flames but the front of the vehicle was well involved already. Within 10-15 minute from my wife stopping the whole car was burnt to the ground and nothing left of the car. Looking back my wife only had a couple minutes to get to safety, had they lingered before getting out of the vehicle this could have been a tragic fatality incident. Our children do not feel safe riding in a vehicle since the incident happened. The safety of the trooper on scene was at risk helping get everyone to safety. It seems that something on the engine failed with how quickly the fire started. Vehicle can and should be inspected to find out what happened so this does not happen to another family. The vehicle has not been inspected yet. No warning lights ever came on. There was never any symptoms prior to this incident and the vehicle has been serviced by the dealer prior to and since we purchased the vehicle."

Reported: 6/26/2026
ODI ID: 11747128.0

Component: ENGINE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Incident happened 06/26/2026. My wife was driving with our 4 kids down the highway to family event. My wife smelled a funny odor coming from the vents and was going to drive to the next exit and then noticed smoke. At that moment she wasn’t sure where the smoke was coming from. She put the hazards on and started pulling off to the shoulder thinking possibly it was the radiator. She came to a stop and called me (husband) that something was wrong with the vehicle. She was going to leave the kids in the car, get out and check the radiator. That’s when smoke started coming in through the air vents. She didn’t want the kids to breath in the smoke so they exited the vehicle, that’s when she noticed a fire under the engine. At that point a state trooper arrived on scene. He checked on my wife and kids and brought them back to his patrol car. The trooper went back to the vehicle to grab the baby’s diaper bag and wife’s purse. The trooper tried to extinguish the flames but the front of the vehicle was well involved already. Within 10-15 minute from my wife stopping the whole car was burnt to the ground and nothing left of the car. Looking back my wife only had a couple minutes to get to safety, had they lingered before getting out of the vehicle this could have been a tragic fatality incident. Our children do not feel safe riding in a vehicle since the incident happened. The safety of the trooper on scene was at risk helping get everyone to safety. It seems that something on the engine failed with how quickly the fire started. Vehicle can and should be inspected to find out what happened so this does not happen to another family. The vehicle has not been inspected yet. No warning lights ever came on. There was never any symptoms prior to this incident and the vehicle has been serviced by the dealer prior to and since we purchased the vehicle."

Reported: 6/26/2026
ODI ID: 11744309

Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"The spring for the door for the 4-flat trailer plug on vehicle is too powerful. This resulted in the door wearing away at the trailer plug and has resulted in the wires of the trailer light plug breaking. This is available upon request. It puts our safety at risk as our trailer lights can go out and result in less information for other drivers, possibly resulting in a rear-end crash. The problem has not been reproduced, and has not been inspected. The only symptom of the problem in the vehicle is it telling us the trailer was disconnected. The trailer was a 2020 Malone microsport trailer."

Reported: 6/15/2026
ODI ID: 11744309.0

Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"The spring for the door for the 4-flat trailer plug on vehicle is too powerful. This resulted in the door wearing away at the trailer plug and has resulted in the wires of the trailer light plug breaking. This is available upon request. It puts our safety at risk as our trailer lights can go out and result in less information for other drivers, possibly resulting in a rear-end crash. The problem has not been reproduced, and has not been inspected. The only symptom of the problem in the vehicle is it telling us the trailer was disconnected. The trailer was a 2020 Malone microsport trailer."

Reported: 6/15/2026
ODI ID: 11743165

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Several of automatic sensors were not working (tire pressure) and the horn. The dealer stated I had road damage and wires were torn loose. I'm a 76 year old woman and I do not take this car off road or have any recollection of such an incident. I maintain the underside of the vehicle is improperly protected. They charged me $2300 to fix it."

Reported: 5/28/2026
ODI ID: 11743165.0

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Several of automatic sensors were not working (tire pressure) and the horn. The dealer stated I had road damage and wires were torn loose. I'm a 76 year old woman and I do not take this car off road or have any recollection of such an incident. I maintain the underside of the vehicle is improperly protected. They charged me $2300 to fix it."

Reported: 5/28/2026
ODI ID: 11740097

Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"No accident, malfunction, warning lights, or safety-related issues occurred. Vehicle is operating normally at this time."

Reported: 5/26/2026
ODI ID: 11740097.0

Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"No accident, malfunction, warning lights, or safety-related issues occurred. Vehicle is operating normally at this time."

Reported: 5/26/2026
ODI ID: 11738433

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"The third row seats both have reachable access to the third-row PowerFold buttons even in car seats. My two toddlers can easily reach the fold buttons while strapped in to their seats and are able to recline and move their seats forward and backwards. This caused major safety hazard because their car seats become loose. The buttons are placed very close to the third row seat and are accessible to 35 lb children to press and play with them. While strapped into their car seats, my children easily reached and both touched the buttons and loosened their car seats while the car was in motion and I was driving. There is no software setting or built-in dashboard switch to disable the third-row PowerFold buttons in a Ford Expedition. To prevent the seats from accidentally folding, the most effective permanent solutions are removing the associated fuse, disconnecting the physical wiring harness from the button panel, or physically blocking the switch. This is extremely dangerous and needs to be fixed"

Reported: 5/17/2026
ODI ID: 11738433.0

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEATS

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"The third row seats both have reachable access to the third-row PowerFold buttons even in car seats. My two toddlers can easily reach the fold buttons while strapped in to their seats and are able to recline and move their seats forward and backwards. This caused major safety hazard because their car seats become loose. The buttons are placed very close to the third row seat and are accessible to 35 lb children to press and play with them. While strapped into their car seats, my children easily reached and both touched the buttons and loosened their car seats while the car was in motion and I was driving. There is no software setting or built-in dashboard switch to disable the third-row PowerFold buttons in a Ford Expedition. To prevent the seats from accidentally folding, the most effective permanent solutions are removing the associated fuse, disconnecting the physical wiring harness from the button panel, or physically blocking the switch. This is extremely dangerous and needs to be fixed"

Reported: 5/17/2026
ODI ID: 11734560

Component: POWER TRAIN

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Transmission failure. Vehicle has failed to accelerate and then failed to move at all. Still under warranty and no codes shown. Vehicle left immobile on interstate due to intermittent transmission failure. Initial repair was not sufficient as issue has returned. No solutions for additional repair to address safety issue."

Reported: 4/10/2026
ODI ID: 11734560.0

Component: POWER TRAIN

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Transmission failure. Vehicle has failed to accelerate and then failed to move at all. Still under warranty and no codes shown. Vehicle left immobile on interstate due to intermittent transmission failure. Initial repair was not sufficient as issue has returned. No solutions for additional repair to address safety issue."

Reported: 4/10/2026
ODI ID: 11731808

Component: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"This is a report of a recurring, life-safety defect involving unintended vehicle movement in a 2024 Ford Expedition. The vehicle has experienced two separate incidents where it was placed in 'Park,' remained stationary for 13-30 seconds, and then began driving itself backward without driver intervention or throttle input. Incident 1: Occurred on March 29, 2026 and I have this one on video. Incident 2: Occurred on April 8, 2026. The video clearly shows the vehicle remaining stationary and in 'Park' for 13 seconds before the unintended movement begins. This delay proves the movement is not a 'start-up rocking' sensation or 'normal clutch drag,' but a delayed mechanical or electronic failure of the park actuator or transmission system. I presented the vehicle for service at a Ford dealership on April 17, 2026. Despite my report of a delayed-onset rollaway, the dealership documented the issue as a 'normal and desired characteristic' of the 10-speed transmission. They characterized the event as a minor 'rocking' sensation that occurs immediately, which is factually contradicted by my video evidence showing a 13-second delay. This leaves me with an unsafe vehicle prone to unintended movement. I am requesting a formal investigation into a potential park-engagement failure."

Reported: 3/29/2026
ODI ID: 11731808.0

Component: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"This is a report of a recurring, life-safety defect involving unintended vehicle movement in a 2024 Ford Expedition. The vehicle has experienced two separate incidents where it was placed in 'Park,' remained stationary for 13-30 seconds, and then began driving itself backward without driver intervention or throttle input. Incident 1: Occurred on March 29, 2026 and I have this one on video. Incident 2: Occurred on April 8, 2026. The video clearly shows the vehicle remaining stationary and in 'Park' for 13 seconds before the unintended movement begins. This delay proves the movement is not a 'start-up rocking' sensation or 'normal clutch drag,' but a delayed mechanical or electronic failure of the park actuator or transmission system. I presented the vehicle for service at a Ford dealership on April 17, 2026. Despite my report of a delayed-onset rollaway, the dealership documented the issue as a 'normal and desired characteristic' of the 10-speed transmission. They characterized the event as a minor 'rocking' sensation that occurs immediately, which is factually contradicted by my video evidence showing a 13-second delay. This leaves me with an unsafe vehicle prone to unintended movement. I am requesting a formal investigation into a potential park-engagement failure."

Reported: 3/29/2026
ODI ID: 11718826

Component: WHEELS,ENGINE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Bought the car on Feb 14th 2026. We were told Avis car sales in fontana does their vehicle inspection on every car before its sold. We noticed the two back tires on the expedition were bald and showing cords. We told Tawnya and George about the tires and they said they would order them, they'd be in within two days and to bring the car back to get them replaced. When we got home we setup ford diagnostics and found out the oil life was at 29% so they also lied and sent us out with bad oil. We checked the dip stick and yeah super dark oil. We've called two days in a row and keep getting told they are busy and they will call us back, they have not. We have tried to reach corporate but they dont have a department for this. The vehicle is currently sitting because of how bad the tires are, its 100% not safe to drive. Trying to get the dealership to honor the safety fix they promised but they are avoiding it."

Reported: 2/14/2026
ODI ID: 11718826.0

Component: WHEELS,ENGINE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Bought the car on Feb 14th 2026. We were told Avis car sales in fontana does their vehicle inspection on every car before its sold. We noticed the two back tires on the expedition were bald and showing cords. We told Tawnya and George about the tires and they said they would order them, they'd be in within two days and to bring the car back to get them replaced. When we got home we setup ford diagnostics and found out the oil life was at 29% so they also lied and sent us out with bad oil. We checked the dip stick and yeah super dark oil. We've called two days in a row and keep getting told they are busy and they will call us back, they have not. We have tried to reach corporate but they dont have a department for this. The vehicle is currently sitting because of how bad the tires are, its 100% not safe to drive. Trying to get the dealership to honor the safety fix they promised but they are avoiding it."

Reported: 2/14/2026
ODI ID: 11716273

Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"The rear portion of the panoramic moonroof shattered spontaneously while the vehicle was being operated, without any impact or external cause."

Reported: 2/3/2026
ODI ID: 11716273.0

Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"The rear portion of the panoramic moonroof shattered spontaneously while the vehicle was being operated, without any impact or external cause."

Reported: 2/3/2026
ODI ID: 11711979

Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"On Monday, January 12, I was driving down the highway with 2 of my coworkers, when all of a sudden there was a loud pop and glass shattered. My sunroof had exploded. It was a sunny clear day, there were no vehicles in front of us and we were not going under an overpass. We pulled over to take pictures and drove the vehicle straight to Ford. We have since read that this type of incident has occurred before with multiple other Expeditions."

Reported: 1/12/2026
ODI ID: 11711979.0

Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"On Monday, January 12, I was driving down the highway with 2 of my coworkers, when all of a sudden there was a loud pop and glass shattered. My sunroof had exploded. It was a sunny clear day, there were no vehicles in front of us and we were not going under an overpass. We pulled over to take pictures and drove the vehicle straight to Ford. We have since read that this type of incident has occurred before with multiple other Expeditions."

Reported: 1/12/2026
ODI ID: 11706650

Component: STRUCTURE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 3

"Vehicle was driving approximately 65 miles per hour on interstate. Upon crossing a bridge the sunroof exploded sending glass flying inside the vehicle. The vehicle was equipped with a dash camera which also captured audio. No external object struck the vehicle. Two children and an adult in the vehicle were struck with flying glass. The video has been saved and can be provided in addition to the pictures."

Reported: 12/22/2025
ODI ID: 11706650.0

Component: STRUCTURE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 3

"Vehicle was driving approximately 65 miles per hour on interstate. Upon crossing a bridge the sunroof exploded sending glass flying inside the vehicle. The vehicle was equipped with a dash camera which also captured audio. No external object struck the vehicle. Two children and an adult in the vehicle were struck with flying glass. The video has been saved and can be provided in addition to the pictures."

Reported: 12/22/2025
ODI ID: 11702998

Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"I was driving on the I95 and just passed the McHenry tunnel when out of nothing I heared a loud bang and my moon roof spontaneously shattered into pieces. Nothing hit it and after inspection there was also no other damage on the car but the rear part of the moonroof that was completely shattered."

Reported: 12/4/2025
ODI ID: 11702998.0

Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"I was driving on the I95 and just passed the McHenry tunnel when out of nothing I heared a loud bang and my moon roof spontaneously shattered into pieces. Nothing hit it and after inspection there was also no other damage on the car but the rear part of the moonroof that was completely shattered."

Reported: 12/4/2025
ODI ID: 11707227

Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 1

"My wife tried to move my expedition from spot to another in our parking lot During that maneuver the gas pedal assembly broke down and the car in high speed created some personal and property damages I have the part handy and ready for inspection up on request The insurance knows about it And I had a police report No warning prior to the incident"

Reported: 10/26/2025
ODI ID: 11707227.0

Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 1

"My wife tried to move my expedition from spot to another in our parking lot During that maneuver the gas pedal assembly broke down and the car in high speed created some personal and property damages I have the part handy and ready for inspection up on request The insurance knows about it And I had a police report No warning prior to the incident"

Reported: 10/26/2025
ODI ID: 11692318

Component: TIRES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE,LANE DEPARTURE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"See attached document for complaint."

Reported: 8/29/2025
ODI ID: 11692443

Component: SEATS

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"I would like to report the seats. I bought my vehicle new. The seats has caused me to have medical issues. It has also caused one other person issues too, so it was not just me. I have never had any sort of back or leg issues before getting this vehicle. I now have severe Sciatica Nerve problems. Which, I have seen the Doctor for. It flares up so bad while I am driving my right leg goes into extreme pain then it goes numb. Which is not helpful since this is the foot I use the gas and brake with. This is my only transportation, so I do not have another vehicle to drive. I have had my son drive this vehicle when we went on a trip. I sat in the middle row captain chair and it was the same issue. This trip was when my daughter in-law (Which is an RN) starting having the same issues as myself."

Reported: 8/22/2025
ODI ID: 11683059

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"The fuel line/fuel pump was leaking. Smelled fumes from the gasoline. Fuel was leaking over the fuel tank from the top of the tank. The vehicle was drivable when fuel was leaking. Very concerned that their could have been a fire due to the fuel leak. Took the vehicle to the Ford service department where it was purchased. Service shop stated that during inspection they noticed that something chewed through the fuel line/fuel pump. Comments made by the service advisors stated that they have seen squirrels/rodents attracted to the soy based ingredients of the parts/wiring. The repair would not be covered under warranty due to "outside influence". The manufacturer is installing a similar part and not covering under warranty. No warning lights; no warning messages. If the same type of soy based part is being installed, what is going to prevent the same thing from happening. Ford is not offering different types of parts and they do not have a way to prevent additional damage. No shield/tape/covering is being offered. Numerous instances of this referenced online due to soy based parts and Ford knowingly installing these parts without a fix or prevention. Consumer is responsible for all repairs. No warranty."

Reported: 8/22/2025
ODI ID: 11694443

Component: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE,LANE DEPARTURE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Driver assistance warning lights come on. All safety systems such as blind spot, collision avoidance, and lane keeping fail and are inoperable. This also shuts down cruise control. For has been aware of this issue since December 2024"

Reported: 8/16/2025
ODI ID: 11694443.0

Component: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE,LANE DEPARTURE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Driver assistance warning lights come on. All safety systems such as blind spot, collision avoidance, and lane keeping fail and are inoperable. This also shuts down cruise control. For has been aware of this issue since December 2024"

Reported: 8/16/2025
ODI ID: 11680615

Component: SERVICE BRAKES

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"I am the owner of a 2024 Ford Expedition, purchased new in March 2024. I am writing to formally report multiple instances of complete brake failure, which pose a significant safety risk. The most recent incident occurred on [XXX], at approximately [XXX], while I was driving northbound on [XXX] in Cupertino, California, with my wife and two grandchildren (ages [XXX] and [XXX]) in the vehicle. As I approached the [XXX] exit, I began decelerating. While applying continuous pressure on the brake pedal during the descent of the off-ramp, the brake pedal suddenly went soft and sank to the floor. The vehicle failed to slow down and began accelerating downhill, due to gravity, toward the intersection at [XXX] , where the light was red. This total loss of braking control lasted for approximately 5 to 10 seconds and nearly resulted in a serious collision. I was only able to regain control by releasing and reapplying the brake pedal and shifting the transmission into Park, at which point the brakes resumed normal function. A similar brake failure occurred earlier in 2024 under comparable driving conditions. At that time, I believed it to be an isolated mechanical glitch, and therefor did not take it to the dealer. I brought the vehicle to Frontier Ford in Santa Clara the following day ([XXX]) for immediate inspection. Despite ongoing efforts by the dealership and Ford engineering, the issue has not been duplicated or resolved. As of this writing, the vehicle remains at the dealership. I am filing this complaint so that the matter may be officially documented and thoroughly investigated as a potential systemic safety defect affecting this model. I urge you to investigate this issue promptly to help prevent similar incidents and ensure the safety of other drivers and passengers. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)"

Reported: 7/31/2025
ODI ID: 11679145

Component: SEATS

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 2

"Was rear ended on highway and both driver and passenger seats upon impact where laid back."

Reported: 7/26/2025
ODI ID: 11676997

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER,LANE DEPARTURE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Passenger sideview mirror does not open upon unlocking and starting the vehicle. I need to stop (if started driving) turn to park, turn off car, open driver's door to signal car that I have left, lock car using remote, wait few seconds and then unlock to reset car then it usually opens. Issues with mirror began happening a month after purchasing brand new car (5/24), first mirror was "popping or clicking" upon turning outright, mirror had been replaced once, over last year issue has been on going and brought to dealershop " deemed a technological glitch" - no warning lights or messages appear - sometimes my control panel screen will turn black upon starting the car which I now know means to look at my passenger mirror. This last occurred on Friday 7/25/25."

Reported: 7/25/2025
ODI ID: 11727088

Component: LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"I have had my car at the dealership twice, once in August of 2025 and once in February of 2026 because when I start I get a warning, front collision assist malfunction, lane keep assist malfunction, blind spot monitoring malfunction, and as a result, I have no cruise control, even in normal cruise control mode. I have been told it’s an electrical update, and it was October, then January, now it’s March. Just saw a recall was issued for Navigator, Nautilus, Aviator, and Explorer with this exact problem, but no recall for the expedition."

Reported: 7/24/2025
ODI ID: 11727088.0

Component: LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"I have had my car at the dealership twice, once in August of 2025 and once in February of 2026 because when I start I get a warning, front collision assist malfunction, lane keep assist malfunction, blind spot monitoring malfunction, and as a result, I have no cruise control, even in normal cruise control mode. I have been told it’s an electrical update, and it was October, then January, now it’s March. Just saw a recall was issued for Navigator, Nautilus, Aviator, and Explorer with this exact problem, but no recall for the expedition."

Reported: 7/24/2025
ODI ID: 11678302

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"I am filing this complaint regarding Ford Safety Recall 25S49 (NHTSA Campaign Number 25V315). My vehicle is a 2024 Ford Expedition Max, VIN [XXX] . The Ford pass app and the Ford recall site both show the remedy for the recall as "Available", but when I contact my dealer (Maxwell Ford in Austin, TX) they say that the repair cannot be performed because the update is not yet active in the Oasis dealer system. Ford has had months to release the software fix, but continues to delay the rollout to dealerships. Meanwhile, I have been without my vehicle because the rearview camera is unreliable and considered a safety hazard under the recall. I am paying for a new vehicle that is parked at the dealership and undriveable due to Ford's failure to provide a timely remedy. I have contacted Ford Executive Relations and their social media team, but have received no response or resolution. I am requesting that NHTSA hold Ford accountable for failing to make this safety recall fix available in a timely and transparent manner. The communication has been misleading to owners, and the delay is causing both financial and practical hardship. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)"

Reported: 7/12/2025
ODI ID: 11672232

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V314000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect."

Reported: 7/9/2025
ODI ID: 11675272

Component: SERVICE BRAKES

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"The issue involves the brake system, specifically a brake fluid leak from the master cylinder area, which was identified under Ford Safety Recall 25S47. The component is still in the possession of the dealership and should be available for inspection upon request. I did not personally experience any symptoms while driving. There were no warning lights, messages, or noticeable changes in braking performance before the issue was discovered. The problem was confirmed by the service department at JC Lewis Ford during a recall inspection. They deemed the vehicle unsafe to drive due to the risk of reduced or complete loss of front braking power, which could place my safety and the safety of others at risk. As of now, the vehicle has been at the dealership for over 35 days, and Ford has not provided a fix or repair parts. I am currently driving a loaner vehicle. The issue has not been resolved and the vehicle remains out of service."

Reported: 6/17/2025
ODI ID: 11669778

Component: AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 1

"I actually have already sent in an assessment for airbag, but then read the recall on brakes, which at the time, because a new vehicle, I didn’t think possible. Even when pushing on my brakes, my vehicle was not slowing down like it should have, and I had a front end collision. It was hard for me to think this was because of brakes because new, but I do think they need to be examined."

Reported: 6/12/2025
ODI ID: 11667891

Component: AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 1

"I was in a car accident on June 12, 2025, and my steering wheel airbag did not deploy correctly or function correctly. It was a front in straightforward collision. I did not have warning signs so my brakes could have been an issue because I was paying attention and unable to avoid an accident going under the speed limit. The rear cross traffic. Warning stays on pretty consistently because we live down a dirt road, and every time it rains, it again comes back on. I do not believe I heard the forward collision detection go off either. When I hit the back of a work convoy truck straight on, My steering wheel airbag did not deploy correctly. It did come out it never inflated. It did not protect me. I do not have any broken bones, but I do have a hematoma right beside my under arm, and a great deal of bruising."

Reported: 6/12/2025
ODI ID: 11673274

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"6/10/25- car turned off in the middle of the road 6/12/25- car would not start 7/6/25- car would not start 6/16/25 and 7/12/25 car apparently had warning in the ford system of a malfunction"

Reported: 6/10/2025
ODI ID: 11669415

Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"When driving at highway speeds with speed control on the car will on its own slow down to 55 or 45 for no apparent reason and will not pick up the highway speed until the next sped limit sign is passed. More concerning is running at speed control set of 55mph on [XXX] the car speeds up when passing a state highway 70 sign the car ...on its own ...speeds up to 70mph. This happened numerous times between Eagle River, WI and Woodruff, WI. When slowing down thru a town the speed control slowed down on its own to 45 then 35 and as we left town the speed control on its own speed up tp 45 , then we passed another Wisconsin highway #70 sign the car speed up to 70 until 50 feet later we passed a 55mph speed sign and the car slowed to 55. Very concerning and the Ford dealer in Eagle River asked if we were on [XXX] ? I answered yes and he acted like he has heard that complaint before, and that there was no known fix to the issue. In our travels we stopped at a Ford dealer in Hazelwood, MO. and the service writer said he had never had heard of the issue. Any help with this ongoing issue would be helpful. Thank you [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)"

Reported: 6/10/2025
ODI ID: 11667506

Component: VISIBILITY,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Sunroof exploded while driving down the road."

Reported: 6/10/2025
ODI ID: 11730668

Component: LANE DEPARTURE,BACK OVER PREVENTION

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Since I purchased the vehicle brand new, none of the safety features have been functional. The following sensors are faulty and none of them have worked since I bought the vehicle: 1) Cross Traffic Alert; 2) Blindspot System Fault; 3) Pre-Collision Assist; 4) Front Camera Fault; 5) Parking Sensor Fault; 6) Lane Keeping Assistance. I tried to take the vehicle into the service department of the dealership to fix the problem several times, but as of this time, there has been no solution. The dealership said the problem cannot be fixed, because only Ford Corporation can create a computer software fix for the problem. I was instructed by the dealership not to bring the vehicle back for the same issues, because nothing can be done, and they will not touch it. However, Ford has failed to launch a computer software fix, since I had had the vehicle to 2 years. Since the dealership can't fix it and Ford can't fix it, I am stuck with a defective vehicle that is "Unsafe" to drive, because all of these safety features that are not functional help prevent and reduce the probability of motor vehicle accidents. Ford is refusing to help me and rejected my claim even though they can't fix it."

Reported: 6/3/2025
ODI ID: 11730471

Component: LANE DEPARTURE,BACK OVER PREVENTION,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"I bought this vehicle brand new in 2024 and none of the safety features are functional and can't be fixed. Ford corporation cannot find a a computer software fix for it and the dealership can't fix it. The vehicle in unsafe to drive. The following sensors are faulty and have continued to give failure alerts since I purchased the vehicle: 1) Cross Traffic Alert; 2) Blind Spot System Fault; 3) Pre-Collision Assist; 4) Front Camera Fault; 5) Parking Sensor Fault; 6) Lane Keeping Assistance, 7) Rear backup assistance. It is a safety hazard and unsafe to drive because none of the "Safety Warning" or "Driver Assistance" features work, that would help prevent accidents. For the past 2 years, I have been driving this defective vehicle that is a safety hazard, which is not repairable, nor is the vehicle marketable. I have tried to resolve this issue numerous times, but there is no solution. The dealership advised me to not bring it in for service again, because there is nothing that can be done. I tried to file a claim with Ford Corporate and requested they buy the vehicle back, because it meets the criteria and the elements under the Texas Lemon Law, regarding electrical and safety concerns. However, my claim was rejected. As of right now, there is no solution for this issue."

Reported: 6/3/2025
ODI ID: 11730668.0

Component: LANE DEPARTURE,BACK OVER PREVENTION

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"Since I purchased the vehicle brand new, none of the safety features have been functional. The following sensors are faulty and none of them have worked since I bought the vehicle: 1) Cross Traffic Alert; 2) Blindspot System Fault; 3) Pre-Collision Assist; 4) Front Camera Fault; 5) Parking Sensor Fault; 6) Lane Keeping Assistance. I tried to take the vehicle into the service department of the dealership to fix the problem several times, but as of this time, there has been no solution. The dealership said the problem cannot be fixed, because only Ford Corporation can create a computer software fix for the problem. I was instructed by the dealership not to bring the vehicle back for the same issues, because nothing can be done, and they will not touch it. However, Ford has failed to launch a computer software fix, since I had had the vehicle to 2 years. Since the dealership can't fix it and Ford can't fix it, I am stuck with a defective vehicle that is "Unsafe" to drive, because all of these safety features that are not functional help prevent and reduce the probability of motor vehicle accidents. Ford is refusing to help me and rejected my claim even though they can't fix it."

Reported: 6/3/2025
ODI ID: 11730471.0

Component: LANE DEPARTURE,BACK OVER PREVENTION,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0

"I bought this vehicle brand new in 2024 and none of the safety features are functional and can't be fixed. Ford corporation cannot find a a computer software fix for it and the dealership can't fix it. The vehicle in unsafe to drive. The following sensors are faulty and have continued to give failure alerts since I purchased the vehicle: 1) Cross Traffic Alert; 2) Blind Spot System Fault; 3) Pre-Collision Assist; 4) Front Camera Fault; 5) Parking Sensor Fault; 6) Lane Keeping Assistance, 7) Rear backup assistance. It is a safety hazard and unsafe to drive because none of the "Safety Warning" or "Driver Assistance" features work, that would help prevent accidents. For the past 2 years, I have been driving this defective vehicle that is a safety hazard, which is not repairable, nor is the vehicle marketable. I have tried to resolve this issue numerous times, but there is no solution. The dealership advised me to not bring it in for service again, because there is nothing that can be done. I tried to file a claim with Ford Corporate and requested they buy the vehicle back, because it meets the criteria and the elements under the Texas Lemon Law, regarding electrical and safety concerns. However, my claim was rejected. As of right now, there is no solution for this issue."

Reported: 6/3/2025