Ford · Expedition · 2015
2015 Ford Expedition
3
Recalls
163
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2015 Ford Expedition has 3 recalls and 163 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: power train (17 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated May 4, 2026
Research Context
The 2015 Ford Expedition page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is power train with 17 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2015 Ford Expedition currently shows 3 NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 163 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 5/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are power train (17), electrical system,visibility (15), back over prevention (14).
- Vehicle
- 2015 Ford Expedition
- Recalls
- 3
- Complaints
- 163
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
19.8% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: NoLane Departure Warning: No
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 25V572000September 04, 2025
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.
Remedy Status
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 May 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 ID: 25V270000April 23, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and MKC vehicles. The rearview camera printed circuit board terminal header connector may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.
Remedy Status
Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S42. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-082.
NHTSA ID: 22V648000August 26, 2022
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.
Remedy Status
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.
Owner Complaints
163 totalBACK OVER PREVENTION
Mar 10, 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera displayed the message "Camera Unavailable - Please Contact Dealer" was displayed. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: ...
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POWER TRAIN
Feb 6, 2026
Issue I’m having with my 2015 Ford expedition Limited, is on multiple occasions when I’m at highway speeds my vehicle downshifts and decelerates. While im driving through the city streets, my vehicle downshifts randomly and does not upshift. On these occasions I’ve had to safely ...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 19, 2026
There is a loud sound coming from behind the glove box when the heater is going. This issue was recalled in 2023 but it has returned.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 24, 2025
When accelerating from a complete stop making a left turn vehicle starting shaking and I could not accelerate. I was not on a safe road to pull out of the roadway. I had to turn the car off and back on again thankfully I was able to safely get the car home but this happened with ...
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POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
Nov 22, 2025
Driving at 58 mph with cruise on, using the cruise - button to reduce speed to 50 the vehicle drastically downshifted causing the engine to over-rev and ultimately caused catastrophic engine failure, a blown engine.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 20, 2025
Rear back window blew out spontaneously. If my kids had been in the car it could have injured them with flying glass. No warnings prior. It had not been inspected prior because there had not been an issue before this. This is the second time it has happened in the same vehicle. F...
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BACK OVER PREVENTION
Oct 15, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V270000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for ...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Sep 18, 2025
My 2015 Ford Expedition needs to added to the recall 22S56. I just paid $1,200 to have that part fixed cause it burnt up. Replaced the front blower motor assembly. My husband burnt his hand on the wire exposed under the dash then the mechanic said the blower motor has burnt up th...
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BACK OVER PREVENTION
Sep 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of tim...
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BACK OVER PREVENTION
Aug 30, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the camera displayed a black screen with a message "Camera Unavailable - Contact Dealer", and the ve...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2015 Ford Expedition have?
The 2015 Ford Expedition has 3 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2015 Ford Expedition?
NHTSA has received 163 owner-reported complaints for the 2015 Ford Expedition.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2015 Ford Expedition?
The 2015 Ford Expedition received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Expedition?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2015 Ford Expedition are power train (17 reports), electrical system,visibility (15 reports), back over prevention (14 reports).
Does the 2015 Ford Expedition have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 3 recalls on record for the 2015 Ford Expedition. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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