What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford Expedition?

The power train group has the most complaints, followed by the engine group. Electrical and suspension reports come next.

Does the 2018 Ford Expedition have recalls?

Yes. The by-year facts list 14 recalls for 2018. See the Recalls section on this page for each one.

Is the 2018 Ford Expedition reliable?

Owner reports point to power train and engine trouble. These are owner complaints on file with NHTSA. Use the sections on this page to weigh them.

What is the gas mileage of the 2018 Ford Expedition?

See the fuel economy section on this page, which is built from EPA data.

2018 Ford Expedition Problems, Recalls and MPG

Q: How many complaints does the 2018 Ford Expedition have?

NHTSA has 382 owner complaints on file.

NHTSA has 382 owner complaints on file for the 2018 Ford Expedition^[1]. The power train and the engine groups draw the biggest share of them^[2]^[3].

382owner complaints^[1]

14recalls^[4]

18–20MPG combined (EPA)^[5]

5★NHTSA overall rating^[6]

Problems
Recalls
Fuel economy
Safety
Engine and size
By year
Verdict
FAQ

Most reported problems

Here are the complaint groups owners name most often, biggest first.

Power Train. 148 complaints^[2]. Owners describe a vehicle that moved when they did not expect it, shifts that felt rough, and a dash that warned about the gear selector.
Engine. 120 complaints^[3]. In the stories we read, owners talk about weak pull, odd noises at startup, an engine that would not shut off, and long repair visits.
Electrical System. 34 complaints^[7]. Owners describe a battery that went flat and a vehicle that would not start. Others write about screens and warning lights that acted up.
Unknown Or Other. 32 complaints^[8]. These reports do not fit one clear group.
Suspension. 26 complaints^[9]. Owners describe leaking struts and shocks, a bouncy rear end, and clunking from the back.
Exterior Lighting. 25 complaints^[10].
Speed Control. 15 complaints^[11].
Brakes. 15 complaints^[12].

Recalls

Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2018 Expedition is necessarily included.

Power Train › Automatic Transmission (26V402), June 2026. About 741,195 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, the car rolling away. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[13]
Structure › Interior Panels › Center Console (26V368), June 2026. About 548,463 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[14]
Seat Belts › Pretensioner (26V344), May 2026. About 419,967 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[15]
Seat Belts › Pretensioner (25V197), May 2025. About 112,951 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[16]
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder (25V236), April 2025. About 123,611 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[17]
Equipment › Other › Labels (24V852), November 2024. About 27,678 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[18]
Seat Belts › Pretensioner (24V099), February 2024. About 77,574 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[19]
Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual (23V420), June 2023. About 691,133 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[20]
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly (18V805), November 2018. About 34,946 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[21]
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump (18V392), June 2018. About 5,645 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[22]
Power Train › Automatic Transmission (18V213), April 2018. About 142 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, reduced braking, the car rolling away. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[23]
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl) (18V214), April 2018. About 292,909 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[24]
Visibility › Power Window Devices And Controls (18V058), January 2018. About 361 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[25]
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly (17V775), December 2017. About 462 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[26]

Fuel economy

EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.

Version	City / highway / combined MPG	Annual fuel cost
Expedition 2WD, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic (S10), Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive^[5]	17 / 24 / 20	$3,350
Expedition MAX 2WD, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic (S10), Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive^[27]	17 / 23 / 19	$3,550
Expedition 4WD, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic (S10), Regular, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive^[28]	17 / 22 / 19	$3,550
Expedition MAX 4WD, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic (S10), Regular, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive^[29]	16 / 21 / 18	$3,700

Safety ratings

Version	Overall	Frontal	Side	Rollover	Rollover risk
SUV 4x2^[6]	5	5	5	3	20.8%
SUV 4x4^[30]	5	5	5	4	19.3%

Engine and size

Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.

Engine	Horsepower
2018 Ford Expedition with 3.5L 6-cylinder^[31]	375 hp

These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.

Version	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight
EXPEDITION 4WD SUV^[32]	210 in	80 in	76 in	122 in	5,624 lb
EXPEDITION MAX 4WD SUV^[33]	222 in	80 in	76 in	131 in	5,794 lb

How 2018 compares with other years

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Expedition model year. The 2018 is highlighted^[4].

Show the numbers

Model year	Complaints	Recalls
1997	853	7
1998	836	5
1999	946	5
2000	890	7
2001	578	6
2002	340	2
2003	615	1
2004	297	0
2005	315	0
2006	299	2
2007	215	2
2008	146	3
2009	28	1
2010	58	0
2011	71	0
2012	118	3
2013	92	0
2014	72	0
2015	164	3
2016	217	3
2017	357	4
2018	382	14
2019	518	11
2020	425	18
2021	238	12
2022	116	12
2023	65	8
2024	78	7
2025	38	6
2026	10	2

NHTSA's counts for the Expedition show 382 complaints and 14 recalls for 2018^[4]. Among the 31 model years listed, 22 have fewer complaints than 2018 and 8 have more^[4]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (0) and the most are for 1999 (946)^[4]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.

Should you buy a used 2018 Expedition?

The 2018 Ford Expedition has 382 complaints on file^[1]. The power train and engine groups lead the list^[2]^[3]. Owners also describe electrical and suspension trouble^[7]^[9]. There are 14 recalls for this model year^[4]. These are unverified owner reports, so read the recall section before you buy.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford Expedition?: The power train group has the most complaints^[2], followed by the engine group^[3]. Electrical and suspension reports come next^[7]^[9].
Does the 2018 Ford Expedition have recalls?: Yes. The by-year facts list 14 recalls for 2018^[4]. See the Recalls section on this page for each one.
How many complaints does the 2018 Ford Expedition have?: NHTSA has 382 owner complaints on file^[1].
Is the 2018 Ford Expedition reliable?: Owner reports point to power train and engine trouble^[2]^[3]. These are owner complaints on file with NHTSA^[1]. Use the sections on this page to weigh them.
What is the gas mileage of the 2018 Ford Expedition?: See the fuel economy section on this page, which is built from EPA data.

Keep exploring

Other model years of the Ford Expedition

2003 615 complaints, 1 recall
2014 72 complaints, 0 recalls
2016 217 complaints, 3 recalls
2017 357 complaints, 4 recalls
2018 this page

Compare all model years of the Ford Expedition

Other Ford models from 2018

2018 Ford Edge 846 complaints, 7 recalls
2018 Ford Escape 1,820 complaints, 4 recalls
2018 Ford Explorer 737 complaints, 7 recalls
2018 Ford Focus 837 complaints, 7 recalls
2018 Ford Mustang 196 complaints, 3 recalls

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Facts and sources

NHTSA has 382 owner complaints on file for the 2018 Ford Expedition (8 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 25 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
148 complaints name the power train component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 84,496). NHTSA vehicle records
120 complaints name the engine component group (1 crashes, 1 fires, 6 injuries, median mileage at failure 80,000). NHTSA vehicle records
Owner complaints and recalls for every Ford Expedition model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Expedition 2WD, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic (S10), Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 24 highway / 20 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV 4x2: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 3 stars; rollover risk 20.8%. NHTSA vehicle records
34 complaints name the electrical system component group (1 crashes, 2 fires, 6 injuries, median mileage at failure 19,250). NHTSA vehicle records
32 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 10 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
26 complaints name the suspension component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 20,000). NHTSA vehicle records
25 complaints name the exterior lighting component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 9,950). NHTSA vehicle records
15 complaints name the speed control component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
15 complaints name the brakes component group (3 crashes, 0 fires, 7 injuries, median mileage at failure 15,000). NHTSA vehicle records
Recall 26V402, filed June 24, 2026: Power Train › Automatic Transmission. NHTSA recall database
Recall 26V368, filed June 9, 2026: Structure › Interior Panels › Center Console. NHTSA recall database
Recall 26V344, filed May 27, 2026: Seat Belts › Pretensioner. NHTSA recall database
Recall 25V197, filed May 23, 2025: Seat Belts › Pretensioner. NHTSA recall database
Recall 25V236, filed April 11, 2025: Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder. NHTSA recall database
Recall 24V852, filed November 8, 2024: Equipment › Other › Labels. NHTSA recall database
Recall 24V099, filed February 9, 2024: Seat Belts › Pretensioner. NHTSA recall database
Recall 23V420, filed June 9, 2023: Equipment › Other › Owners / Service / Other Manual . NHTSA recall database
Recall 18V805, filed November 14, 2018: Seats › Mid / Rear Assembly. NHTSA recall database
Recall 18V392, filed June 12, 2018: Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump. NHTSA recall database
Recall 18V213, filed April 4, 2018: Power Train › Automatic Transmission. NHTSA recall database
Recall 18V214, filed April 4, 2018: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl). NHTSA recall database
Recall 18V058, filed January 16, 2018: Visibility › Power Window Devices And Controls. NHTSA recall database
Recall 17V775, filed December 1, 2017: Seats › Mid / Rear Assembly. NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Expedition MAX 2WD, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic (S10), Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 23 highway / 19 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Expedition 4WD, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic (S10), Regular, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 22 highway / 19 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Expedition MAX 4WD, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic (S10), Regular, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 21 highway / 18 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV 4x4: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 19.3%. NHTSA vehicle records
EPA Test Car List, 2018 Ford Expedition with 3.5L 6-cylinder: rated 375 hp. www.epa.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, EXPEDITION 4WD SUV: length 210 in, width 80 in, height 76 in, wheelbase 122 in, curb weight 5,624 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, EXPEDITION MAX 4WD SUV: length 222 in, width 80 in, height 76 in, wheelbase 131 in, curb weight 5,794 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.

2018 Ford Expedition: problems, recalls and fuel economy