Is the 2017 Ford Expedition's suspension reliable?

NHTSA recorded 18 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2017 Expedition, 5% of its 357 total complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 79,000.

Does the 2017 Ford Expedition have a suspension or wheel recall?

No related recall is listed in this data for the Suspension, Wheels & Tires area on the 2017 Expedition. Owners' complaints reference an unrelated tire campaign (21T002000) and a separate brake master cylinder recall (22V150).

What is the swollen lug nut issue on the 2017 Ford Expedition?

Multiple owners report the factory two-piece lug nuts swell over time, making them difficult or impossible to remove during tire rotations, sometimes requiring towing or specialty tools.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to suspension and wheel complaints on the 2017 Expedition?

NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 8 injuries associated with the 18 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2017 Expedition, including one incident where a wheel rim reportedly exploded while driving.

2017 Ford Expedition Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 18 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2017 Ford Expedition, 5% of its 357 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 79,000. No related recall is listed for this component in this data, though owners reference an unrelated tire campaign and a brake master cylinder recall.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 18; 5% of 357
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 8
Median mileage: 79,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Owners describe swollen factory two-piece lug nuts that will not release from the socket wrench, sometimes requiring a hammer, replacement lug nuts, or a tow to a shop.
Some owners report rear shocks or struts failing more than once, with repeated MacPherson strut replacements on the same vehicle.
One owner reported a front wheel rim exploding while driving 40 mph, sending fragments into the cabin and triggering airbag sensors, with occupants struck by debris and one rendered unconscious.
A tire pressure warning light preceded a wobble while driving, which the owner initially mistook for a flat tire.
Several owners mention being told the swollen lug nut problem is common across Ford Expeditions and that warranty coverage did not fully address it.

When 2017 Ford Expedition suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 11, 2019, latest Aug 19, 2024.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2019 to Aug 2024; peak Jul 2021 (2).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2017 Ford Expedition

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Expedition model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200513 (4%)
200618 (6%)
200736 (17%)
200811 (8%)
20091 (4%)
20103 (5%)
20113 (4%)
20125 (4%)
20138 (9%)
20146 (8%)
20151 (1%)
20164 (2%)
201718 (5%)
201834 (9%)
201915 (3%)
20201 (0%)
20211 (0%)
20223 (3%)
20235 (8%)
20247 (9%)
20255 (15%)

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2017 Ford Expedition's suspension reliable?: NHTSA recorded 18 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2017 Expedition, 5% of its 357 total complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 79,000.
Does the 2017 Ford Expedition have a suspension or wheel recall?: No related recall is listed in this data for the Suspension, Wheels & Tires area on the 2017 Expedition. Owners' complaints reference an unrelated tire campaign (21T002000) and a separate brake master cylinder recall (22V150).
What is the swollen lug nut issue on the 2017 Ford Expedition?: Multiple owners report the factory two-piece lug nuts swell over time, making them difficult or impossible to remove during tire rotations, sometimes requiring towing or specialty tools.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to suspension and wheel complaints on the 2017 Expedition?: NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and 8 injuries associated with the 18 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2017 Expedition, including one incident where a wheel rim reportedly exploded while driving.