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2021 Ford Expedition Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Power Train — runs 5.2× the fleet median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.
213Complaints
12Recalls
3Crashes
4Fires
5Injured
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 — Power Train (44.1% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.

Power Train complaints here are 5.2× the median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.

4 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 2 rest on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Power Train94 · 44.1%RecalledRecall 26V402000
Engine53 · 24.9%RecalledRecall 22V346000
Electrical System22 · 10.3%No official action
Visibility11 · 5.2%RecalledRecall 22V250000 · Recall 25V729000 · Recall 26V204000
Visibility/wiper9 · 4.2%No official action
Structure:body7 · 3.3%RecalledRecall 26V368000

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.

Complaints by component

POWER TRAIN94 · 44.1%
ENGINE53 · 24.9%
Unspecified / other27 · 12.7%
VISIBILITY11 · 5.2%
VISIBILITY/WIPER9 · 4.2%
STRUCTURE:BODY7 · 3.3%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM7 · 3.3%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL6 · 2.8%
SERVICE BRAKES4 · 1.9%

Percentages are the share of the 213 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.

Recalls — 12 campaigns

Air Bags:sensor:side Impact

NHTSA campaign 21V805000 · 2021 · reported 10/15/2021

An air bag that does not deploy properly during a crash increases the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:linkages

NHTSA campaign 22V250000 · 2022 · reported 04/14/2022

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Engine

NHTSA campaign 22V346000 · 2022 · reported 05/17/2022

A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · Park outside  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Equipment:other:owners/service/other Manual

NHTSA campaign 23V420000 · 2023 · reported 06/09/2023

Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Equipment:other:labels

NHTSA campaign 24V852000 · 2024 · reported 11/08/2024

Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA campaign 25V048000 · 2025 · reported 01/31/2025

Rearview camera failure can reduce the driver's view of what is 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

Back Over Prevention:software

NHTSA campaign 25V442000 · 2025 · reported 06/27/2025

A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations 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

Visibility:sun/moon Roof Assembly

NHTSA campaign 25V729000 · 2025 · reported 10/24/2025

A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:linkages

NHTSA campaign 26V204000 · 2026 · reported 03/31/2026

Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seat Belts:pretensioner

NHTSA campaign 26V344000 · 2026 · reported 05/27/2026

Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Structure:interior Panels:center Console

NHTSA campaign 26V368000 · 2026 · reported 06/09/2026

Vehicle occupants may contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Power Train:automatic Transmission

NHTSA campaign 26V402000 · 2026 · reported 06/24/2026

Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

What owners report

“It started with transmission issues and has since been nothing but trouble. Car has been in and out of shop, now the ac is out…”NHTSA complaint 11599309 — filed 07/05/2024 · POWER TRAIN
“When driving at interstate speeds, the transmission locked into 7th gear and refused to change gears with changes in speed. This was especially dangerous when…”NHTSA complaint 11594665 — filed 06/16/2024 · POWER TRAIN
“Vehicle loses acceleration. When I attempt to pass someone on the interstate, the vehicle does not accelerate. When I push the gas the engine revs…”NHTSA complaint 11593442 — filed 06/10/2024 · POWER TRAIN

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford Expedition?

Power train issues are the most-reported category, cited in 94 of 213 NHTSA complaints (44.1%), followed by engine (53), unspecified/other issues (27), electrical system (22). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2021 Ford Expedition have?

213 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 3 involved a crash, 4 involved a fire, and 5 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2021 Ford Expedition have any recalls?

Yes — 12 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 21V805000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2021 Ford Expedition's reported problems?

4 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.