2016 Ford Expedition Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
40/100
#10 most-complained of 16 Expedition years
The 2016 Ford Expedition has a complaint index of 40 and ranks 10th worst out of 16 model years, earning a 'Good' verdict relative to other Expedition years. It has 216 complaints, 3 recalls, and no reported deaths.
- Complaints
- 216
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 8 / 8
- Injuries / deaths
- 5 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 17
- 15 city / 20.5 hwy
Top 2016 Ford Expedition problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine53 (25%)
- Brakes48 (22%)
- Transmission & Powertrain36 (17%)
- Electrical System35 (16%)
- Other23 (11%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras19 (9%)
- Fuel System17 (8%)
- Visibility & Wipers12 (6%)
- Airbags5 (2%)
- Steering5 (2%)
What owners report
- Vehicles have rolled backward or into traffic on their own after being parked, sometimes with the shifter reportedly stuck between gears.
- Some owners report unintended acceleration that continued even after depressing the brake pedal, in one case leading to a crash into a tree.
- Blower motor components behind the glove box have caught fire or produced a burning smell, in one case burning up wiring and a control board.
- A vehicle caught fire while parked and turned off after being driven a short distance, with no known prior mechanical issues.
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy in a rear-end crash, resulting in driver injury requiring medical attention.
2016 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 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.
- NHTSA 22V150000Mar 11, 2022Brakes195,864 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and 2016-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Risk: A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter notifying customers of the safety defect were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2022. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 20V-332. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S11.
2016 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.
2016 compared with other Expedition years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2016 Ford Expedition reliable?
- Compared to other Expedition model years, the 2016 ranks 10th worst out of 16 with a complaint index of 40, giving it a 'Good' verdict relative to the rest of the lineup.
- What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford Expedition?
- NHTSA complaints show Engine issues lead at 25% of complaints (53 total), followed by Brakes at 22% (48 total) and Transmission & Powertrain at 17% (36 total).
- Does the 2016 Ford Expedition have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 Expedition, covering the rearview camera, the front blower motor, and a brake master cylinder fluid leak on 3.5L Ecoboost models. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2016 Expedition compare to later years like 2019?
- The 2019 Expedition has a complaint index of 100 and an 'Avoid' verdict, far worse than the 2016's index of 40 and 'Good' verdict.
- What mileage do problems typically show up at on the 2016 Expedition?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 66,760 miles overall, with Engine and Brakes issues both centering around 60,000 miles and Electrical System issues around 120,000 miles.