Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 2.3× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
353Complaints
4Recalls
21Crashes
7Fires
27Injured
0Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Electrical System (25.5% of complaints) — has no NHTSA recall or open investigation on file.
Electrical System complaints here are 2.3× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
3 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 3 rest on owner reports alone.
Complaint category
Reports
Official status
Reference
Electrical System
90 · 25.5%
No official action
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Power Train
50 · 14.2%
No official action
—
Service Brakes
42 · 11.9%
Recalled
Recall 22V150000 · Recall 25V236000
Engine
38 · 10.8%
No official action
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
29 · 8.2%
Recalled
Recall 22V150000 · Recall 25V236000
Visibility
29 · 8.2%
Recalled
Recall 22V648000
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 353 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park itPark outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“Phone and Bluetooth are inoperable, as well as usb and auxiliary are inoperable. This presents a danger as the APIM controls a number of functions…”NHTSA complaint 11451625 — filed 02/12/2022 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“Backup camera displays video while drive forward. Almost like having a tv in front seat. Dealer can not recreate. Happened intermittently. Also goes blank and…”NHTSA complaint 11442445 — filed 12/02/2021 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“Shortly after the car was started and while still parked, a foul smell was detected and black smoke observed coming from the air vents. The…”NHTSA complaint 11431444 — filed 09/02/2021 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Expedition?
Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 90 of 353 NHTSA complaints (25.5%), followed by power train (50), service brakes (42), unspecified/other issues (41). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2017 Ford Expedition have?
353 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 21 involved a crash, 7 involved a fire, and 27 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2017 Ford Expedition have any recalls?
Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 22V150000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2017 Ford Expedition's reported problems?
3 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.
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