2017 Ford Expedition vs 2018 Ford Expedition
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Ford Expedition | 2018 Ford Expedition |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 354 | 368 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 14 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 115 | 165 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 19–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 76,138 mi | 55,868 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Expedition | Ford Expedition |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 51 | 143 |
| Engine | 38 | 97 |
| Electrical System | 91 | 33 |
| Service Brakes | 42 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 21 | 15 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 35 | 0 |
| Visibility | 29 | 5 |
| Back Over Prevention | 30 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 28 | 19 |
| Stalling | 18 | 22 |
| Check engine light | 18 | 25 |
| Brake problems | 14 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 10 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 13 |
| Overheating | 10 | 11 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 55 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.