2017 Ford Expedition Collision Avoidance & Cameras Problems
NHTSA lists 32 Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints for the 2017 Ford Expedition, 9% of all complaints for the year. A related recall (25V572000) covers the rearview camera. No crashes, fires, or injuries were reported in this data.
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints
- 32
- 9% of 357
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 94,500 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical collision avoidance system symptoms owners report
- Backup camera image intermittently blacks out or loses connection while reversing.
- Camera display shows distorted, blurry, or multi-colored/wavy lines instead of a clear rearview image.
- Some owners report the issue is tied to a loose connector or electrical fault, sometimes linked to the AC fan shutting off at the same time.
- Failures are intermittent and hard for dealers to reproduce, sometimes returning after a repair.
- One owner reported the camera failing at 62,443 miles and another at 100,000 miles, showing the problem can appear across a wide mileage range.
When 2017 Ford Expedition collision avoidance system complaints were filed
First complaint Aug 10, 2021, latest Aug 15, 2026.
Collision Avoidance & Cameras recalls for the 2017 Ford Expedition
- 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.
Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints by Expedition model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many 2017 Ford Expedition owners reported camera problems?
- NHTSA lists 32 complaints in the Collision Avoidance & Cameras category for the 2017 Expedition, which is 9% of all 357 complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2017 Ford Expedition backup camera?
- Yes. Recall campaign 25V572000, reported in September 2025, covers the rearview camera and is listed for the 2017 Expedition among other Ford vehicles. Dealers inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary at no charge.
- Did the camera problems cause any crashes or injuries?
- No. The data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints for the 2017 Expedition.
- At what mileage do backup camera problems usually show up?
- The median mileage at failure for this problem area is 94,500 miles, though individual complaints range from around 36,830 to 100,000 miles.
- How does the 2017 Expedition compare to other years for this problem?
- The 2017 model's 32 complaints (9% share) are similar to 2015 (17 complaints, 10% share) and 2016 (19 complaints, 9% share), while 2022 and 2025 show higher shares at 19% and 24%.