2024 Ford Expedition Safety Report
2024 Ford Expedition Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2024 Ford Expedition
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2024 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 (6) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (58) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 6 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Unknown Or Other | Compare unknown or other issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2026 | Compare against the 2026 Ford Expedition with 1 complaints and 1 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2020 | Check the 2020 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ford Expedition | 17 | 5 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2023 Ford Expedition | 53 | 6 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2026 Ford Expedition | 1 | 1 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2022 Ford Expedition | 95 | 9 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Ford Expedition | 181 | 8 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Ford Expedition | 334 | 15 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2024 Ford Expedition Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2024 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.
Unknown Or Other
8 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Ford onlyElectrical System
7 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Ford onlyVehicle Speed Control
5 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Vehicle Speed Control issues Ford onlyService Brakes
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Ford onlyVisibility/Wiper
4 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Visibility/Wiper issues Ford onlyLane Departure,Forward Collision Avoidance
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Lane Departure,Forward Collision Avoidance issues Ford onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2024 Ford Expedition
Reliability Score
The 2024 Ford Expedition receives a reliability score of 55 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates average reliability — some notable concerns exist that prospective buyers should be aware of.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2024 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 2024 Ford Expedition
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2024 Ford Expedition:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System Recalled for integrated trailer brake control and back over prevention software issues. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Service Brakes Recalled for hydraulic foundation components, including hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Visibility/Wiper Reported spontaneous shattering of the panoramic moonroof without any external cause. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Driver Assistance Systems Repeatedly losing federally mandated safety systems like Blind Spot Monitoring and Cross-Traffic Alert. |
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 2024 Ford Expedition:
Issues with integrated trailer brake control and back over prevention software.
Recalled for hydraulic foundation components, including hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.
Spontaneous shattering of the panoramic moonroof without any external cause.
Repeatedly losing federally mandated safety systems like Blind Spot Monitoring and Cross-Traffic Alert.
Recall Details for the 2024 Ford Expedition
The following 6 recalls have been issued for the 2024 Ford Expedition by NHTSA:
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Veh...
Consequence: Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 17, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning Ma...
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is avail...
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Navigator and Expedition vehicles. The front brake lines may contact the engine air cleaner outlet pipe and become damaged, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak and reduced brake function.
Consequence: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front brake line and replace the brake line or air cleaner outlet pipe, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S47.
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Expedition, and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. The engine may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
Consequence: A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S30.
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, 2024 Expedition and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine. The engines may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
Consequence: A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S70.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2024 Ford Expedition
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2024 Ford Expedition with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 6 complaints involved crashes. 5 reported injuries or fatalities.
I have had my car at the dealership twice, once in August of 2025 and once in February of 2026 because when I start I get a warning, front collision assist malfunction, lane keep assist malfunction, blind spot monitoring malfunction, and as a result, I have no cruise control, even in normal cruise control mode. I have been told it’s an electrical update, and it was October, then January, now it’s ...
Bought the car on Feb 14th 2026. We were told Avis car sales in fontana does their vehicle inspection on every car before its sold. We noticed the two back tires on the expedition were bald and showing cords. We told Tawnya and George about the tires and they said they would order them, they'd be in within two days and to bring the car back to get them replaced. When we got home we setup ford diag...
The rear portion of the panoramic moonroof shattered spontaneously while the vehicle was being operated, without any impact or external cause.
On Monday, January 12, I was driving down the highway with 2 of my coworkers, when all of a sudden there was a loud pop and glass shattered. My sunroof had exploded. It was a sunny clear day, there were no vehicles in front of us and we were not going under an overpass. We pulled over to take pictures and drove the vehicle straight to Ford. We have since read that this type of incident has occurre...
My wife tried to move my expedition from spot to another in our parking lot During that maneuver the gas pedal assembly broke down and the car in high speed created some personal and property damages I have the part handy and ready for inspection up on request The insurance knows about it And I had a police report No warning prior to the incident
Vehicle was driving approximately 65 miles per hour on interstate. Upon crossing a bridge the sunroof exploded sending glass flying inside the vehicle. The vehicle was equipped with a dash camera which also captured audio. No external object struck the vehicle. Two children and an adult in the vehicle were struck with flying glass. The video has been saved and can be provided in addition to the pi...
I was driving on the I95 and just passed the McHenry tunnel when out of nothing I heared a loud bang and my moon roof spontaneously shattered into pieces. Nothing hit it and after inspection there was also no other damage on the car but the rear part of the moonroof that was completely shattered.
I own a 2024 Ford Expedition XLT. The vehicle repeatedly loses multiple federally mandated safety systems including Blind Spot Monitoring, Cross-Traffic Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Warning, and camera systems. Alerts include: ‘Cross-Traffic System Fault,’ ‘Blind Spot System Fault,’ ‘Pre-Collision Assist Not Available,’ ‘Front Camera Fault,’ and ‘Check Parking Sensors.’ Fo...
Driver assistance warning lights come on. All safety systems such as blind spot, collision avoidance, and lane keeping fail and are inoperable. This also shuts down cruise control. For has been aware of this issue since December 2024
I purchased this 2024 Ford Expedition brand new from a Ford certified dealer (Conklin Cars, Newton , Kansas). Upon driving off the lot for the first time to a gas station across the street from the dealer, at restart all the sensor gave warnings. Sensors that gave warning include: Blind spots sensors, back-up sensors, Froward impact, lane departure, automatic braking, rear cross traffic, and the ...
I would like to report the seats. I bought my vehicle new. The seats has caused me to have medical issues. It has also caused one other person issues too, so it was not just me. I have never had any sort of back or leg issues before getting this vehicle. I now have severe Sciatica Nerve problems. Which, I have seen the Doctor for. It flares up so bad while I am driving my right leg goes into...
See attached document for complaint.
The 2024 Ford expedition brakes was not working at the time of the accident, we later found that there was a recall on the brakes. PMA companies is the TPA for the Victaulic Companies, please see accident description below: Insured driver states she Pulled in driveway and was trying to park vehicle. Driver hit the brakes all the way down and the vehicle did not stop. Vehicle went through drivers f...
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the message "Drive Assist Unavailable" was displayed. The contact stated that when the vehicle was turned off and restarted, the system was functional. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, who checked the 12-Volt battery and found that the battery was operational and there were no othe...
The fuel line/fuel pump was leaking. Smelled fumes from the gasoline. Fuel was leaking over the fuel tank from the top of the tank. The vehicle was drivable when fuel was leaking. Very concerned that their could have been a fire due to the fuel leak. Took the vehicle to the Ford service department where it was purchased. Service shop stated that during inspection they noticed that something ...
I am the owner of a 2024 Ford Expedition, purchased new in March 2024. I am writing to formally report multiple instances of complete brake failure, which pose a significant safety risk. The most recent incident occurred on [XXX], at approximately [XXX], while I was driving northbound on [XXX] in Cupertino, California, with my wife and two grandchildren (ages [XXX] and [XXX]) in the vehicle. As I...
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at speeds between 60 MPH - 80 MPH, the vehicle was shaking abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer approximately six times however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 5,000.
Was rear ended on highway and both driver and passenger seats upon impact where laid back.
I am filing this complaint regarding Ford Safety Recall 25S49 (NHTSA Campaign Number 25V315). My vehicle is a 2024 Ford Expedition Max, VIN [XXX] . The Ford pass app and the Ford recall site both show the remedy for the recall as "Available", but when I contact my dealer (Maxwell Ford in Austin, TX) they say that the repair cannot be performed because the update is not yet active in the Oasis de...
Passenger sideview mirror does not open upon unlocking and starting the vehicle. I need to stop (if started driving) turn to park, turn off car, open driver's door to signal car that I have left, lock car using remote, wait few seconds and then unlock to reset car then it usually opens. Issues with mirror began happening a month after purchasing brand new car (5/24), first mirror was "popping or c...
Showing 20 of 58 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2024 Ford Expedition
Has the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION been recalled?
Yes, the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION has 6 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION have?
The 2024 FORD EXPEDITION has 58 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 6 involved crashes. 9 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION?
The 2024 FORD EXPEDITION 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 2024 FORD EXPEDITION?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION involve unknown or other (8 complaints), electrical system (7 complaints), vehicle speed control (5 complaints). Other affected components include service brakes, visibility/wiper, lane departure,forward collision avoidance.
How many crash reports does the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION have?
There are 6 crash reports associated with the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION out of 58 total complaints (10.3% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION have?
There are no fire reports for the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION.
How many injuries are reported for the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION?
9 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2024 FORD EXPEDITION?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION is acceptable with caveats. It has 58 complaints, 6 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 2024 FORD EXPEDITION?
The components with the most failures on the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION are: 1. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (8 complaints), 2. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (7 complaints), 3. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (5 complaints), 4. SERVICE BRAKES (4 complaints), 5. VISIBILITY/WIPER (4 complaints). UNKNOWN OR OTHER is the single most-reported problem area with 8 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2024 FORD EXPEDITION?
Be cautious of electrical system and service brake recalls. Regularly check the panoramic moonroof for any signs of damage and ensure all safety systems are functioning properly. The 2024 FORD EXPEDITION has 58 NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION?
The 2024 FORD EXPEDITION receives a reliability score of 55/100, indicating average reliability. This is based on 58 owner complaints, 6 recalls, and 6 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Electrical System and Service Brakes.
What are the known issues with the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION?
Known issues with the 2024 FORD EXPEDITION include: Electrical System, Service Brakes, Visibility/Wiper, Driver Assistance Systems. These are based on patterns found across 58 NHTSA complaints. 6 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2024 Ford Expedition?
Common issues include electrical system problems, service brake recalls, and spontaneous shattering of the panoramic moonroof.
Are there any recalls related to the 2024 Ford Expedition?
Yes, there are recalls for the electrical system, service brakes, and panoramic moonroof issues.
What should I do if I notice any issues with my 2024 Ford Expedition?
Contact your local Ford dealership for inspection and repair as soon as possible.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of electrical system and service brake recalls. Regularly check the panoramic moonroof for any signs of damage and ensure all safety systems are functioning properly.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2024 Ford Expedition
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2024 Ford Expedition. The data includes 58 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 6 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 6 reported crashes, 9 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2024 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 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