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NHTSA has 10 owner complaints on file for the 2026 Ford Expedition[1]. None of them mention a crash, a fire or an injury[1].

10owner complaints[1]
2recalls[2]
18–19MPG combined (EPA)[3]
5★NHTSA overall rating[4]

Most reported problems

Here is how the complaints on file split up by component group.

One complaint can name several groups, so these counts overlap.

Recalls

Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2026 Expedition is necessarily included.

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[3] 16 / 24 / 19 $3,550
Expedition 4WD, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic (S10), Regular, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive[15] 15 / 22 / 18 $3,700

Safety ratings

Version Overall Frontal Side Rollover Rollover risk
SUV 4WD[4] 5 5 5 3 20.4%
SUV RWD[16] 5 5 5 3 23.7%

Engine and size

Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.

Engine Horsepower
2026 Ford Expedition with 3.5L 6-cylinder[17] 380 hp

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

Version Length Width Height Wheelbase Curb weight
EXPEDITION 4DR SUV[18] 210 in 80 in 78 in 122 in 5,668 lb
EXPEDITION MAX 4DR SUV[19] 222 in 80 in 78 in 131 in 5,794 lb

How 2026 compares with other years

1997: 853 complaints, 7 recalls19971998: 836 complaints, 5 recalls1999: 946 complaints, 5 recalls2000: 890 complaints, 7 recalls20002001: 578 complaints, 6 recalls2002: 340 complaints, 2 recalls2003: 615 complaints, 1 recalls20032004: 297 complaints, 0 recalls2005: 315 complaints, 0 recalls2006: 299 complaints, 2 recalls20062007: 215 complaints, 2 recalls2008: 146 complaints, 3 recalls2009: 28 complaints, 1 recalls20092010: 58 complaints, 0 recalls2011: 71 complaints, 0 recalls2012: 118 complaints, 3 recalls20122013: 92 complaints, 0 recalls2014: 72 complaints, 0 recalls2015: 164 complaints, 3 recalls20152016: 217 complaints, 3 recalls2017: 357 complaints, 4 recalls2018: 382 complaints, 14 recalls20182019: 518 complaints, 11 recalls2020: 425 complaints, 18 recalls2021: 238 complaints, 12 recalls20212022: 116 complaints, 12 recalls2023: 65 complaints, 8 recalls2024: 78 complaints, 7 recalls20242025: 38 complaints, 6 recalls2026: 10 complaints, 2 recalls102026
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Expedition model year. The 2026 is highlighted[2].
Show the numbers
Model yearComplaintsRecalls
19978537
19988365
19999465
20008907
20015786
20023402
20036151
20042970
20053150
20062992
20072152
20081463
2009281
2010580
2011710
20121183
2013920
2014720
20151643
20162173
20173574
201838214
201951811
202042518
202123812
202211612
2023658
2024787
2025386
2026102

NHTSA's counts for the Expedition show 10 complaints and 2 recalls for 2026[2]. Among the 31 model years listed, 1 have fewer complaints than 2026 and 29 have more[2]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (0) and the most are for 1999 (946)[2]. 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 2026 Expedition?

The 2026 Ford Expedition has a small pile of complaints so far[1]. Steering, wheels and the unknown group are tied at the top[5][6][7]. In the stories we read, owners describe a shake that was hard for dealers to pin down. The model also has recalls on file, and the by-year fact lists the count[2]. These are unverified owner reports not adjusted for sales, so check the recalls section and ask a dealer about open work before you buy.

Frequently asked questions

What problems does the 2026 Ford Expedition have?
NHTSA lists 10 owner complaints[1]. Steering, wheels and unknown or other each have 4[5][6][7]. See the problems section for the rest.
Does the 2026 Ford Expedition have recalls?
Yes. The by-year fact shows the recall count[2]. The Recalls section on this page lists them.
Has the 2026 Ford Expedition had crashes or fires reported?
No complaint on file mentions a crash, a fire or an injury[1].
What is the gas mileage of the 2026 Ford Expedition?
See the fuel economy section on this page.
Is the 2026 Ford Expedition reliable?
The complaint count is small[1], but owners describe a shake that was hard to fix. Read the problems and recalls sections, then decide.

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Facts and sources

  1. NHTSA has 10 owner complaints on file for the 2026 Ford Expedition (0 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 0 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
  2. Owner complaints and recalls for every Ford Expedition model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
  3. EPA rating for Expedition 2WD, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic (S10), Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 24 highway / 19 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  4. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV 4WD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 3 stars; rollover risk 20.4%. NHTSA vehicle records
  5. 4 complaints name the steering component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  6. 4 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  7. 4 complaints name the wheels component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  8. 1 complaints name the visibility/wiper component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  9. 1 complaints name the speed control component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  10. 1 complaints name the suspension component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  11. 1 complaints name the brakes component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  12. 1 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  13. Recall 26V606, filed September 22, 2026: Exterior Lighting › Headlights. NHTSA recall database
  14. Recall 26V104, filed February 20, 2026: Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights. NHTSA recall database
  15. EPA rating for Expedition 4WD, 3.5L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic (S10), Regular, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive: 15 city / 22 highway / 18 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  16. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV RWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 3 stars; rollover risk 23.7%. NHTSA vehicle records
  17. EPA Test Car List, 2026 Ford Expedition with 3.5L 6-cylinder: rated 380 hp. www.epa.gov
  18. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, EXPEDITION 4DR SUV: length 210 in, width 80 in, height 78 in, wheelbase 122 in, curb weight 5,668 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  19. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, EXPEDITION MAX 4DR SUV: length 222 in, width 80 in, height 78 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.