2015 Ford Expedition Safety Report
2015 Ford Expedition Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2015 Ford Expedition
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2015 Ford Expedition. 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 | High (3) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (163) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 14 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Power Train | Compare power train issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2021 | Compare against the 2021 Ford Expedition with 181 complaints and 8 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2019 | Check the 2019 Ford Expedition before buying across this generation. |
Ford Expedition 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Ford Expedition | 204 | 3 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2017 Ford Expedition | 336 | 4 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2018 Ford Expedition | 342 | 11 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2019 Ford Expedition | 416 | 8 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Ford Expedition | 334 | 15 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Ford Expedition | 181 | 8 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2015 Ford Expedition Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2015 Ford Expedition, 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.
Power Train
17 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Ford onlyElectrical System,Visibility
15 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System,Visibility issues Ford onlyBack Over Prevention
14 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Back Over Prevention issues Ford onlyElectrical System
14 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Ford onlyEngine
13 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Ford onlyFuel/Propulsion System
13 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Ford onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2015 Ford Expedition
Reliability Score
The 2015 Ford Expedition 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 2015 Ford Expedition
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 2015 Ford Expedition
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2015 Ford Expedition:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back Over Prevention System The back-over prevention system, which includes the rearview camera, may display 'Camera Unavailable' messages or black screens, posing a safety risk. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System Issues with the defroster/defogger/hvac system can reduce visibility, especially at higher speeds or in cold weather. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine Downshifting The vehicle may downshift and decelerate at unexpected times, which can be distracting and potentially dangerous. |
Low | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
| Rear Window Failure The rear window has failed spontaneously, posing a significant safety risk, especially if children are in the vehicle. |
High | 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 2015 Ford Expedition:
Issues with the back-over prevention system, including the rearview camera, are the most common problem reported.
Visibility issues, particularly with the defroster/defogger/hvac system, are a frequent complaint.
Engine-related issues, such as downshifting and deceleration, are reported but less frequently.
Rear window failure is a critical issue, with spontaneous failure posing a significant safety risk.
Recall Details for the 2015 Ford Expedition
The following 3 recalls have been issued for the 2015 Ford Expedition by NHTSA:
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and May 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identificatio...
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and MKC vehicles. The rearview camera printed circuit board terminal header connector may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.
Consequence: A blank or distorted rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S42. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-082.
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front blower motor located behind the glove box may fail.
Consequence: Front blower motor failure can increase the risk of a vehicle interior fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front blower motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the second quarter of 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S56.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2015 Ford Expedition
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2015 Ford Expedition with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2 complaints involved crashes. 1 involved fires. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera displayed the message "Camera Unavailable - Please Contact Dealer" was displayed. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated th...
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); 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 while reversing, the message "Back Up Camera Unavailable - Contact Deal...
Issue I’m having with my 2015 Ford expedition Limited, is on multiple occasions when I’m at highway speeds my vehicle downshifts and decelerates. While im driving through the city streets, my vehicle downshifts randomly and does not upshift. On these occasions I’ve had to safely pull over and turn my vehicle off and on. Doing so resolves the problem for about 10 miles, and then back to the same is...
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V270000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Driving at 58 mph with cruise on, using the cruise - button to reduce speed to 50 the vehicle drastically downshifted causing the engine to over-rev and ultimately caused catastrophic engine failure, a blown engine.
There is a loud sound coming from behind the glove box when the heater is going. This issue was recalled in 2023 but it has returned.
When accelerating from a complete stop making a left turn vehicle starting shaking and I could not accelerate. I was not on a safe road to pull out of the roadway. I had to turn the car off and back on again thankfully I was able to safely get the car home but this happened with no warning at all. This could have easily ended in an accident.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the camera displayed a black screen with a message "Camera Unavailable - Contact Dealer", and the vehicle hit an elderly woman's shopping cart. There were no injuries. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and the contact w...
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the rearview camera failed to activate while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure obstructed the driver's visibility, which prevented the driver f...
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was distorted while reversing. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V270000 (Back Over Prevention). The local dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled for the recall repair; however, the dealer later informed the contact that the part was not yet available to do the rec...
Purchased 12/2023 2015 Ford Expedition April of 2024 we began to have issues with the Sync System and Climate Control. We took it back to the original dealer and a second Ford dealer and neither was able to diagnose the issue. As they could not get it to duplicate while there. However it has happened numerous times since. The symptoms seem to have no rhyme or reason as to when they will happen, b...
Rear back window blew out spontaneously. If my kids had been in the car it could have injured them with flying glass. No warnings prior. It had not been inspected prior because there had not been an issue before this. This is the second time it has happened in the same vehicle. First time was June 2023 and happened again 10/20/2025.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera screen displayed a black screen. The contact stated that because of the failure, the bumper on the rear passenger's side and the passenger's side mirror were damaged. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the vehicle was not inspected. The contact was advised to ta...
My 2015 Ford Expedition needs to added to the recall 22S56. I just paid $1,200 to have that part fixed cause it burnt up. Replaced the front blower motor assembly. My husband burnt his hand on the wire exposed under the dash then the mechanic said the blower motor has burnt up the components around it. The fan, motor, control, and wire assembly all was burnt up. Ford needs to be made to include my...
Rear backup camera works periodically, there is a recall on the 2015 Expedition for this problem, but I’m being told my vehicle (VIN) is not included. The repair cost is over $1000. Why ins’t my Expedition included in the recall - I’m having the exact problem as documented in the recall. How many others are being affected by this problem but being excluded in the recall. Please investigate, this p...
Back-up Camera, the BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA only works intermittently. I'm being told me vehicle is not part of the current recall in the 2015 Expedition that was issued in April 2025, yet my vehicle (a 2015 Expedition) is experiencing the problems detailed in the recall. Why isn't my vehicle part of this recall, shouldn't the recall be expanded to all 2015 Expeditions experie...
Current recall reference# 22S56 front blower motor on some 2015–2017 Expedition SUVs and have issued a recall for affected vehicles. The front blower motor in certain vehicles may experience overheating and risk of interior fire. So my vehicle has gone thru 2 fixes for recall. But the issue caused by the blower motor was the actual risk of fire were the Wiring Harness. Which were burnt and orig...
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while parked occupied in the vehicle or while attempting to reverse the vehicle the rearview camera failed to display an image. The message contact your ford dealer for service illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that rearview needed to be replaced; however, they informed her that ...
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing, the back over prevention camera system displayed a black screen and failed to function as intended. The contact stated that occasionally, the back-over prevention camera system displayed a fuzzy green display. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The dealer was made awar...
Vehicle will shift in and out of gears randomly while driving I’m concerned about driving on the highway and getting into or causing an accident because it happens at random and then stops No lights on dashboard and vehicle just passed inspection I believe it is a problem with the TCM and there has been an extended warranty issues for the same part in different models for ford including the fiesta...
Showing 20 of 163 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2015 Ford Expedition
Has the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION been recalled?
Yes, the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION has 3 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION have?
The 2015 FORD EXPEDITION has 163 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 8 involved crashes. 6 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION?
The 2015 FORD EXPEDITION received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 3/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION involve power train (17 complaints), electrical system,visibility (15 complaints), back over prevention (14 complaints). Other affected components include electrical system, engine, fuel/propulsion system.
How many crash reports does the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION have?
There are 8 crash reports associated with the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION out of 163 total complaints (4.9% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION have?
There are 6 fire reports for the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION out of 163 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION.
How many injuries are reported for the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION?
6 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2015 FORD EXPEDITION?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION is acceptable with caveats. It has 163 complaints, 3 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 2015 FORD EXPEDITION?
The components with the most failures on the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION are: 1. POWER TRAIN (17 complaints), 2. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY (15 complaints), 3. BACK OVER PREVENTION (14 complaints), 4. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (14 complaints), 5. ENGINE (13 complaints). POWER TRAIN is the single most-reported problem area with 17 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2015 FORD EXPEDITION?
Be aware of potential issues with the back-over prevention system and defroster/defogger/hvac system. Regularly check these components for proper functionality. The 2015 FORD EXPEDITION has 163 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION?
The 2015 FORD EXPEDITION receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 163 owner complaints, 3 recalls, and 14 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Back Over Prevention System and Defroster/Defogger/HVAC System.
What are the known issues with the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION?
Known issues with the 2015 FORD EXPEDITION include: Back Over Prevention System, Defroster/Defogger/HVAC System, Engine Downshifting, Rear Window Failure. These are based on patterns found across 163 NHTSA complaints. 3 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common safety issues with the 2015 Ford Expedition?
The most common issues are with the back-over prevention system and the defroster/defogger/hvac system, which can affect visibility and safety.
Is the rear window prone to failure?
Yes, the rear window has failed spontaneously, which can be dangerous, especially if children are in the vehicle.
What should I do if I experience issues with the back-over prevention system?
Check for recalls and contact Ford Motor Company for the appropriate repair or replacement of the affected components.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be aware of potential issues with the back-over prevention system and defroster/defogger/hvac system. Regularly check these components for proper functionality.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2015 Ford Expedition
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2015 Ford Expedition. The data includes 163 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 3 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 8 reported crashes, 6 fire incidents, 6 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2015 Ford Expedition 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 3 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