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2017 Ford Expedition Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 357 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Ford Expedition, most often about the electrical (26% of complaints, typically around 88,000 miles). It is 7th of 27 Expedition model years by number of complaints and has 4 recalls.
Most common 2017 Ford Expedition problems
Electrical
92 complaints · 26%Half of these problems showed up before 88,000 miles. Parts named most often: instrument cluster/panel.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of the NHTSA campaign number: 22v648000 (visibility, electrical, system) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, she noticed white smoke coming from the rear of…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of the NHTSA campaign number: 22v648000 (visibility, electrical system) however, the parts to do the recall repair were unavailable. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving, there was a burning odor inside the vehicle. Additionally…
Brakes
75 complaints · 21%Half of these problems showed up before 92,000 miles. Parts named most often: foundation components.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for an exhaust manifold leak, the mechanic informed her that the brake master cylinder was also leaking fluid. The independent mechanic replaced the brake master cylinder and brake booster. The…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v236000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal felt loose. A message regard the…
Transmission
51 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 65,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while he and his wife were driving, the vehicle stalled. The wrench icon illuminated just before the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the vehicle restarted after the vehicle was turned off. The failure recurred. The dealer was not called. The…
During acceleration towards 60mph- 70mph the truck will begin to vibrate a little, then the wrench light comes on. As you settle on a speed the vibration stops unless you have to slow down to speed back up. Once you pull over and turn the truck off for a bit and turn it on the wrench disappears.
Engine
42 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 76,000 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact safely pulled over to the side of the roadway and there was a knocking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, he heard an abnormal noise. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer however, the mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure and the contact was advised to replace the…
Other or unspecified
41 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 14,000 miles.
At times when making a left turn the left front wheel locks up in the turning position for several seconds and trying to steer out of the left turn is impossible until the wheel releases on it's own. Vehicle is in motion at the time of all incidents, on city streets, in parking lots, driveways. Reason unknown.
Powered running board closed on my 5 year old's foot as he was entering from the passenger side rear door with both doors open on passenger side. I had to stand on the partially closed board and apply pressure to extract my son's foot. Vehicle was parked in a parking lot with engine idling.
Visibility and wipers
34 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 91,500 miles.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal smoky odor coming from the vehicle. The contact previously received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 22v648000 (visibility, electrical system). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and it was…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of the NHTSA campaign number: 22v648000 (visibility, electrical system) however, the parts to do the recall repair were unavailable. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving, there was a burning odor inside the vehicle. Additionally…
Backup camera
31 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 94,500 miles. Parts named most often: sensing system, camera system, rearview system braking.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while shifted in reverse, the back-over prevention screen was black or distorted. The message "rear camera image display not available" was displayed. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shuddering abnormally.…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v572000 (back over prevention); but the dealer advised the contact that the recall repair could not be performed without charging for the repair. The contact stated that while in reverse(r) on several occasions, the…
Speed control
21 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 50,000 miles. Parts named most often: throttle.
Vehicle suddenly looses engine power while driving and goes into safe (or limp) mode. Stepping on the accelerator does nothing, it doesn't even rev the engine, it's similar to being in neutral. It has occurred on 3 separate occasions, months between events - first, while attempting to accelerate onto an interstate…
Sitting at drive up atm vehicle in park engine running, after business transaction placed right foot on brake and moved vehicle from park to drive and instant independent full acceleration occurred. Brakes had no effect in slowing vehicle. Approximately eight seconds later crashed into vehicle on busy highway my…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2017 Ford Expedition recalls
Backup camera: camera
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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Brakes: master cylinder
Risk: A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Visibility and wipers: fan/motor
Risk: Front blower motor failure can increase the risk of a vehicle interior fire.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Brakes: master cylinder
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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2017 Ford Expedition
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Expedition?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (92 complaints, typically around 88,000 miles); brakes (75 complaints, typically around 92,000 miles); transmission (51 complaints, typically around 65,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2017 Ford Expedition have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from September 3, 2025 (backup camera). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2017 a bad year for the Ford Expedition?
- It is 7th of 27 Expedition model years by number of complaints, with 357 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.