2017 Ford Expedition El Safety Report
2017 Ford Expedition EL Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2017 Ford Expedition El
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2017 Ford Expedition El. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Low (0) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (272) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 27 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Service Brakes | Compare service brakes issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2015 | Compare against the 2015 Ford Expedition El with 143 complaints and 0 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2019 | Check the 2019 Ford Expedition El before buying across this generation. |
Ford Expedition El Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Ford Expedition El years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Ford Expedition El | 307 | 0 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2016 Ford Expedition El | 181 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Ford Expedition El | 416 | 0 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2015 Ford Expedition El | 143 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Ford Expedition El | 181 | 0 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2017 Ford Expedition El Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2017 Ford Expedition El, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Service Brakes
29 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Ford onlyService Brakes, Hydraulic
25 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes, Hydraulic issues Ford onlyElectrical System,Visibility
24 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Visibility issues Ford onlyElectrical System
22 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Ford onlyPower Train
21 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Ford onlyEngine
18 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Ford onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2017 Ford Expedition El
Reliability Score
The 2017 Ford Expedition El receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2017 Ford Expedition El
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2017 Ford Expedition El
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2017 Ford Expedition El:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic Multiple reports of hydraulic service brake issues, including NHTSA Campaign Number 25V236000, indicating potential reliability and safety concerns. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System, Visibility Visibility issues, such as a rear blower motor fire, have been reported, affecting the driver's ability to see clearly. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Power Train Power train issues have been reported, though less frequently than other issues. |
Low | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine Engine issues have been reported, though less frequently than other issues. |
Low | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2017 Ford Expedition El:
29% of reported issues are related to service brakes, indicating a significant concern.
22% of reported issues are related to the electrical system, with visibility being a major concern.
21% of reported issues are related to the power train, though less frequent than other issues.
18% of reported issues are related to the engine, though less frequent than other issues.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2017 Ford Expedition El
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2017 Ford Expedition El with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2 complaints involved crashes. 1 involved fires. 2 reported injuries or fatalities.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V236000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the braking distance had extended. No warning lights wer...
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V236000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that a warning light indicating that the brake fluid reservoir was empt...
Rear blower motor caught on fire, causing smoke to cover the inside of the vehicle. Part had to then be removed from the car. Melted plastic around the inside of the fan and motor. Also we have replaced the blower motive in the front of the vehicle that was under recall and it has continued to let's burn wires underneath the dash whete it plugs in so i dont believe the blower motor in front was t...
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V648000(Visibility, Electrical System), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the recall repair was completed; however, the defroster failed to function as intended after the recall repair. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was dia...
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V236000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal felt loose. A message regard the brake fluid level was displayed on the instrument panel. In addition, upon further ...
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the blower motor assembly was abnormally loud. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The contact stated that the fan was already replaced under NHTSA Campaign Num...
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V236000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, a deer crossed the road. The brake pedal was depressed down to the floorboard; the brake pedal felt soft. The contact was unsure whether there was a...
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine, and the vehicle hesitated upon start. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that the cam phasers were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer w...
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V236000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The cont...
BACK UP COMPUTER SCREEN NOT WORKING EVERY TIME VEHICLE IS PUT IN REVERSE. TALKED WITH SERVICE MANAGER -ABOUT 6MONTHS AGO TOLD IF UNIT DOES NOT MALFUNCTION WHEN BEING TESTED CANNOT CHECK PROBLEM.BUT IF I WOULD LEAVE CAR FOR A DAY THEY WOULD TRY AT VERIOUS TIMES TO SEE IT NOT WORKING.NO WARNING ONLY SCREEN TELLING US BACK UP SCREEN NOT WORKING OR SCREEN GOES TO BLUE SCREEN WITH NOTHING ON IT.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal smoky odor coming from the vehicle. The contact previously received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V648000 (Visibility, Electrical System). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and it was diagnosed and determined that the front blower motor assembly had failed and needed to ...
TSB 23-2143, citing cold-start cam phaser rattle as a manufacturing defect that impacts reliability and safety (loss of power, premature wear, noise).
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V236000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer...
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V236000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The ma...
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle was making an extremely loud roaring sound. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the engine failed to crank over the following day due to the battery being drained. The vehicle was jumpstarted and taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined tha...
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V648000 (VISIBILITY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact felt heat coming from the bottom of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the blower motor. The vehicle ...
brakes were functional at time of parking suv. upon reentering and starting vehicle, the add brake fluid light and alert came on. the brake peddle was non existent with feel. the brake reservoir was empty but no visual leaks from any of the brake calipers or lines were evident. after refilling the brake master cylinder to the full line. the fluid again drained to an unknown location with no visual...
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine blower seized. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the cause of the failure was not determined. The contact was required to pay a diagnostic fee. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the deal...
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds during the snow, the vehicle slid on the icy road. The brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. Due to the failure, the vehicle crashed into the guardrail and came to a stop. The contact stated that the air bags did not deploy. The contact was unsure if there was a warning light illum...
AC BLOWER STOPPED FUNCTIONING
Showing 20 of 272 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2017 Ford Expedition El
Has the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL been recalled?
No, the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL has no recalls on record with NHTSA as of our latest data update.
How many complaints does the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL have?
The 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL has 272 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 20 involved crashes. 27 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL?
The 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL involve service brakes (29 complaints), service brakes, hydraulic (25 complaints), electrical system,visibility (24 complaints). Other affected components include electrical system, power train, engine.
How many crash reports does the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL have?
There are 20 crash reports associated with the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL out of 272 total complaints (7.4% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL have?
There are 7 fire reports for the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL out of 272 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL.
How many injuries are reported for the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL?
27 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL is research thoroughly before purchasing. It has 272 complaints, 0 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL?
The components with the most failures on the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL are: 1. SERVICE BRAKES (29 complaints), 2. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC (25 complaints), 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY (24 complaints), 4. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (22 complaints), 5. POWER TRAIN (21 complaints). SERVICE BRAKES is the single most-reported problem area with 29 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL?
Be cautious of hydraulic service brake issues and electrical system problems, especially visibility concerns. Regular maintenance is crucial. The 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL has 272 NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL?
The 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 272 owner complaints, 0 recalls, and 27 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Service Brakes, Hydraulic and Electrical System, Visibility.
What are the known issues with the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL?
Known issues with the 2017 FORD EXPEDITION EL include: Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electrical System, Visibility, Power Train, Engine. These are based on patterns found across 272 NHTSA complaints.
Are there any known safety issues with the 2017 Ford Expedition EL?
Yes, hydraulic service brake issues and electrical system problems, particularly visibility, are common.
What should I do if I experience electrical system issues?
Contact a certified mechanic to diagnose and address the issue promptly.
How often should I check my service brakes?
Regularly check your service brakes, especially if you notice any unusual behavior.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of hydraulic service brake issues and electrical system problems, especially visibility concerns. Regular maintenance is crucial.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2017 Ford Expedition El
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2017 Ford Expedition El. The data includes 272 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 0 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 20 reported crashes, 7 fire incidents, 27 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2017 Ford Expedition El an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-15