2015 Ford Expedition Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2015 Ford Expedition has a complaint index of 35, ranks 14th out of 21 model years, and carries a Good verdict relative to other Expedition years. It has 164 complaints, 3 recalls, and no do-not-drive recalls on file with NHTSA.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 35/100
- #14 of 21 Expedition years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 164
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 3
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 8
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 6
- Injuries
- 6
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 17
- 15 city / 20.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 6 / 0
Top 2015 Ford Expedition problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System45 (27%)
- Engine42 (26%)
- Transmission & Powertrain29 (18%)
- Fuel System22 (13%)
- Other18 (11%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras17 (10%)
- Visibility & Wipers17 (10%)
- Brakes10 (6%)
- Structure & Body10 (6%)
- Airbags5 (3%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report airbags failing to deploy in front-end and side-impact crashes, sometimes at highway speeds.
- Several owners describe the vehicle rolling away or into objects after being shifted into park or neutral.
- Multiple reports describe engine-compartment fires starting while the vehicle was parked, with smoke seen near the windshield or hood.
- Some owners describe smoke or fire coming from the A/C vents or engine area while driving or idling.
- One report describes a transmission unexpectedly shifting into neutral and the vehicle rolling downhill unattended.
2015 Ford Expedition recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V572000Sep 3, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras1,456,417 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
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.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driverâs 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.
- NHTSA 25V270000Apr 23, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras160,729 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and MKC vehicles. The rearview camera printed circuit board terminal header connector may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.
Risk: A blank or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S42. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-082.
- NHTSA 22V648000Aug 26, 2022HVAC198,482 vehicles
Visibility:defroster/defogger/HVAC system:fan/motor
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.
Risk: 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.
2015 Ford Expedition fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 15 MPG
- Highway
- 20.5 MPG
- Combined
- 17 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,800
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2015 compared with other Expedition years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2015 Ford Expedition reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2015 Expedition a complaint index of 35 and a Good verdict relative to other Expedition model years, ranking 14th out of 21 years tracked.
- What problems does the 2015 Ford Expedition have?
- The top problem area is the Electrical System, with 45 complaints (27% of total), followed by Engine issues (42 complaints) and Transmission & Powertrain issues (29 complaints).
- Does the 2015 Ford Expedition have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Expedition, covering the rearview camera circuit board and connector and the front blower motor assembly. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2015 Expedition compare to other years?
- The 2015 model's complaint index of 35 is much lower than 2017-2021 Expeditions, which range from 80 to 100 and carry Avoid verdicts, but higher than 2010-2014 years rated Best.
- How many complaints have been filed for the 2015 Ford Expedition?
- NHTSA has recorded 164 complaints for the 2015 Ford Expedition, including 8 crashes, 6 fires, and 6 injuries, with no reported deaths.