Ford · Expedition · 2017
2017 Ford Expedition
4
Recalls
344
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2017 Ford Expedition has 4 recalls and 344 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: electrical system (33 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated May 4, 2026
Research Context
The 2017 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 electrical system with 33 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to see whether the 2017 Ford Expedition reports cluster around one repeated symptom or spread across multiple systems.
- 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 2017 Ford Expedition currently shows 4 NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 344 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 electrical system (33), service brakes (32), power train (27).
- Vehicle
- 2017 Ford Expedition
- Recalls
- 4
- Complaints
- 344
- 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
21.2% 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: 25V236000April 11, 2025
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.
Remedy Status
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 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.
NHTSA ID: 22V150000March 11, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST
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.
Remedy Status
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.
Owner Complaints
344 totalAIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
CRASHApr 24, 2026
I was in a head on collision and my airbags did not deploy. Also when I looked at my seat belt after the crash it was fully extended out and did not retract.
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 22, 2026
Sudden and severe downshifts occurred at roadway and highway speeds resulting in sudden speed decrease. Also revving and loss of power occurred. Problem codes P0706 & P0707 were logged which point directly to the Transmission Range Sensor (TRS), which is integrated into the molde...
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POWER TRAIN
Apr 9, 2026
While driving down the road 70 MPH the transmission suddenly downshifting from 6th gear to a much lower gear causing the rear wheels to briefly lock up causing a skid safety issue... at the same time, the speedometer dial swings downward to the left like a sudden deceleration, th...
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BACK OVER PREVENTION
Apr 7, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rear-view camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rear-view camera image would appear blank, and a camera not available warning message displayed. The contact received ...
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POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 1, 2026
My 2017 Ford Expedition is currently at an authorized dealership (Arlington Heights Ford, IL) for a failed transmission lead frame (DTCs P0706, P0707, P1702), which causes intermittent loss of gear engagement and sudden shift issues. This specific part is subject to NHTSA Enginee...
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POWER TRAIN
Mar 29, 2026
As is the same with the Ford F-150 recall for the transmission downshift issue my Ford Expedition has that same problem I sent an email into your website and hopefully it will be addressed because it is the exact same thing. When I accelerate to access an on-ramp at the highway o...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 27, 2026
My back up camera is the issue. There is an open recall that it has been over 6 months with no resolution communicated. The camera was fuzzy or intermittently working for the last several years, however, The screen is now blue or says camera unavailable for 2ish weeks.
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Feb 19, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rear-view camera became inoperable. The rear-view camera image failed to function properly, and the screen was blank. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V5...
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BACK OVER PREVENTION
Feb 3, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The rearview camera display appeared blank but functioned intermittently. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Ba...
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BACK OVER PREVENTION
Jan 27, 2026
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The rearview camera image appeared blank, and the message “Camera not Available” was displayed. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Ford Expedition have?
The 2017 Ford Expedition has 4 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2017 Ford Expedition?
NHTSA has received 344 owner-reported complaints for the 2017 Ford Expedition.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2017 Ford Expedition?
The 2017 Ford Expedition received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Expedition?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2017 Ford Expedition are electrical system (33 reports), service brakes (32 reports), power train (27 reports).
Does the 2017 Ford Expedition have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 4 recalls on record for the 2017 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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