2017 Ford Expedition Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2017 Ford Expedition ranks 3rd worst out of 21 model years, with a complaint index of 90 and 357 complaints, earning an Avoid verdict. Electrical system issues lead at 27% of complaints, followed by brakes at 21%, alongside 4 recall campaigns.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 90/100
- #3 of 21 Expedition years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 357
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 4
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 21
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 7
- Injuries
- 27
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 17
- 15 city / 20 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 27 / 0
Top 2017 Ford Expedition problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System95 (27%)
- Brakes76 (21%)
- Engine58 (16%)
- Transmission & Powertrain51 (14%)
- Other45 (13%)
- Visibility & Wipers34 (10%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras32 (9%)
- Fuel System20 (6%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires18 (5%)
- Airbags11 (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 sudden unintended acceleration while shifting from park to drive or while parked with the brake depressed, sometimes ending in a crash.
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy in moderate-to-high speed collisions, including side and frontal impacts near 40 to 65 mph.
- Some owners describe the vehicle rolling on its own after being shifted into park and shut off.
- Electrical system reports include complete loss of power while driving, with dashboard lights going dark and, in one case, an engine compartment fire during towing.
- A front wheel rim reportedly exploded while driving at 40 mph, sending fragments into the vehicle and injuring occupants.
- Brake and wheel wobble complaints appeared after a low tire pressure warning at higher mileage.
2017 Ford Expedition recalls
4 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 25V236000Apr 11, 2025Brakes123,611 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing 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. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S37. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 22V-150.
- 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.
2017 Ford Expedition fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 15 MPG
- Highway
- 20 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.
2017 compared with other Expedition years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2017 Ford Expedition reliable?
- NHTSA data shows the 2017 Expedition has a complaint index of 90, the 3rd worst among 21 model years, so it carries an Avoid verdict relative to other Expedition years.
- What are the biggest problems with the 2017 Ford Expedition?
- Electrical system complaints make up 27% of reports, followed by brakes at 21% and engine issues at 16%, based on NHTSA complaint data.
- Does the 2017 Ford Expedition have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2017 Expedition, covering the rearview camera, brake master cylinder, HVAC blower motor, and another brake-related issue, none marked do-not-drive.
- What mileage do 2017 Ford Expedition problems show up at?
- The median mileage at failure across all reported problems is 77,276 miles, though electrical issues median at 86,000 miles and brakes at 91,818 miles.
- Are other Ford Expedition years better than 2017?
- Yes. Years like 2010, 2011, 2013, and 2014 carry a Best verdict with much lower complaint indexes, while 2017 is grouped with 2018 through 2021 as Avoid years.