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This 2019 Ford Expedition El has 435 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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2019 Ford Expedition El Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2019 Ford Expedition EL EXTENDED SUV 4x4Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
19.3% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
19.3% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
FORD EXPEDITION EL 2019 has 435 NHTSA complaints, with 194 in transmission/drivetrain and 133 in engine problems. No recalls were issued. Buyers should inspect these components carefully. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Expedition El
- Model year
- 2019
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 435
- Crash-related complaints
- 7
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Reliability signal
- Notable Issues
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2019 Ford Expedition El problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
Seat Belt Issues
Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Engine Problems, Seat Belt Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2019 Ford Expedition El?
The 2019 Expedition EL has a high complaint count for a single year, especially in transmission and engine. It may be risky without thorough inspection and service history review.
Transmission and engine problems can lead to costly repairs. With 194 transmission complaints, this is a major reliability concern.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who can budget for potential repairs and want a large SUV with no recalls.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers seeking a worry-free ownership experience should avoid this year due to high complaint volume.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2019 Ford Expedition El
Inspection Focus
- Transmission performance and fluid condition
- Engine for unusual noises or leaks
- Seat belt operation and retraction
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect transmission for slipping or harsh shifting
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Request service records for transmission and engine repairs
- Have a mechanic inspect before purchase
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2019 Ford Expedition EL shows a high volume of complaints concentrated in the transmission/drivetrain (194) and engine (133). With no recalls and low confidence due to a single model year, buyers should be cautious. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: Compared to other Expedition years, 2019 has a very high complaint count, but data is limited to one model year.
Recall context: With zero recalls, pre-purchase due diligence should focus on complaint patterns rather than recall history.
- Transmission/drivetrain complaints total 194, the highest component category.
- Engine problems account for 133 complaints.
- Seat belt issues have 65 complaints.
- Transmission / Drivetrain failures
- Engine problems
- Seat belt malfunctions
Full breakdown
All 2019 Ford Expedition El complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Ford Expedition El. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 194 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 133 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 65 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 37 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 17 | — | 1 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 14 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 12 | — | 1 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 10 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 6 | 2 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Child Seat | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Ford Expedition El. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Middle row right side and middle row left side seat seatbelt retractor pretensioners are malfunctioning and causing the seat belts to lock up while the vehicle is in and driving. I have received alerts on my ford pass for this issue as well. As well as the front passenger and dri…
There have been multiple times when I’m driving on the highway, at highway speeds, and the expedition will stall when shifting gears. There will be a moment when it sounds like the vehicle is in neutral, a loud clunking sound will be heard, and then it jerks into the gear it shou…
Transmission failed at approximately 110,000. Prior to there were episodes of hesitation during acceleration. Transmission was replaced at ford dealership with new parts. This transmission is not available for inspection. The vehicle is at 161,000 miles and is starting to have …
While driving down the highway I suddenly heard a loud bang and what looked like smoke came out from the area by the front passenger seatbelt. The seatbelt had suddenly retracted fully and locked. Thankfully the seat was unoccupied at the time, so nobody was injured by this. When…
Multiple times we have received Powertrain Failure warnings. These warnings typically happen when driving in cruise control but also happens in normal driving. The car has trouble shifting gears, gets stuck in gears, and has trouble downshifting. This creates unsafe and unstable …
The 10 Speed Transmission, also known as 10R80, is absolutely horrible and should be banned. I have the 2019 ford expedition manufacturered in January of 2019 there is constant jerking, poor shifting, delayed gear recognition, slipping gears while going highway speeds and side st…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Expedition Max. The contact received a recall notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V099000 (Seat Belts); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front pass…
he contact owns a 2019 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving 35MPH, occupied with his wife in the vehicle, the contact heard a loud bullet noise and his wife thought she has gotten injured from a weapon. The contact pulled over to the right side of the road and he not…
Ford issued TSB 22-2089 addressing the evaporator temperature sensor that provides an incorrect or "biased" reading in Ford F-150 / Raptor: 2015–2022Ford F-250 / F-350 / F-450 / F-550 Super Duty: 2017–2022Ford Expedition: 2018–2022Lincoln Navigator: 2018–2022 causing cabin temper…
Continued transmission issues, losing power, hard shifts, down shifts at random times. Been to the dealership several times about this. Safety issues due to being on busy highways at 65+ mph and loss of power or down shifts puts myself and others at risk of a wreck. No warning si…
On May 26, 2026, my 2019 Ford Expedition suffered a total systemic safety failure that resulted in my toddler being locked inside the vehicle in direct sunlight, requiring an emergency extraction. I used the FordPass app to unlock the vehicle and opened the driver’s door and pass…
While backing up the vehicle, the front passenger seat belt retractor pretensioner suffered an inadvertent, spontaneous pyrotechnic deployment. There was a loud pop resembling a firecracker, immediately followed by smoke in the cabin and the odor of gunpowder. The force of the ex…
Vehicle experiences repeated harsh shifting, hesitation, sudden downshifts, hard downshifts with engine redlining, and loss of acceleration during normal driving. Transmission intermittently jerks violently between gears and hesitates when pulling into traffic or merging onto the…
I own a 2019 Ford Expedition with fewer than 100,000 miles equipped with the 3.5L EcoBoost engine. The vehicle began experiencing a loud cold-start rattle, engine timing issues, and check engine light illumination. The vehicle was diagnosed by a Ford dealership with internal VCT/…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V197000 (Seat Belts). However, the parts required to complete the recall repair were not yet available. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that both front…
Complaint: While driving at normal road speed with no collision or impact, I experienced a sudden loud “pop” from the driver-side seatbelt area. Immediately after, I noticed a burning smell coming from the same location. I initially believed I had a tire blowout and pulled over …
Backup camera is provides a distorted image more than 80% of the time. This is a known issue for 2018 Ford expeditions but it has not been reported as a problem for 2019’s. I am telling you that it is a problem that I am experiencing it. It is the same as the prior year issue. …
Had a passenger in my vehicle and the seatbelt would open/work. I took my vehicle to Confidence Ford in Norman,OK and was told the second row passenger seat lower retractor assembly needs to be replaced and it was not covered by the recall/warranty.
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle and with the engine idling, the front passenger side seat belt pretensioner erroneously deployed, causing the passenger to be forcefully retracted into the seat. During the incident, an exp…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera image was distorted or blank, with the message "Camera Unavailable" displayed. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Ford Expedition El.
Safety recalls
2019 Ford Expedition El recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 Ford Expedition El. With zero recalls, pre-purchase due diligence should focus on complaint patterns rather than recall history. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Questions
2019 Ford Expedition El buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2019 Ford Expedition El reliable?▾
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 435 owner complaints, 7 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2019 Expedition EL has a high complaint count for a single year, especially in transmission and engine. It may be risky without thorough inspection and service history review. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Expedition El?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (194 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (133 complaints). #3: Seat Belt Issues (65 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Ford Expedition El?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Ford Expedition El?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2019 Ford Expedition El, NHTSA complaints include 7 crash-related reports and 2 fire reports out of 435 total complaints. 25 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Ford Expedition El have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2019 Ford Expedition El in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2019 Ford Expedition El?▾
The 2019 Expedition EL has a high complaint count for a single year, especially in transmission and engine. It may be risky without thorough inspection and service history review. Transmission and engine problems can lead to costly repairs. With 194 transmission complaints, this is a major reliability concern. Pay extra attention to Transmission / Drivetrain during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Ford Expedition El reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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