2009 FORD EXPEDITION Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2009 Ford Expedition. This model year has 28 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Structural Problems.
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Worst 2009 Ford Expedition Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Structural Problems
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 Ford Expedition. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structural Problems | 7 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2009 Ford Expedition. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 28 most recent complaints
The drive shaft is bad. My expedition is shaking very bad at high speeds it shakes the rear view mirror. I took it back to the dealership where I got it from 3 months after I got it because they thought it was the shocks. They replaced both rear shocks. Contol arms, body mounts. …
I THINK TOO MUCH EXHAUST GAS COMES INSIDE
THE ABS LIGHT STAYS ON AND THE VEHICLE WOBBLES WHEN STOPPING. THE BRAKES LOOK FINE AND THE ROTORS APPEAR TO BE GOOD. *TR
MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN JERRY'S FORD IN ALEXANDRIA, VA FOR OVER 2 WEEKS THIS TIME. OVER A MONTH ALL TOGETHER OVER THE LAST 3 MONTHS. I CAN'T GET THEM TO GIVE ME A SIMILAR VEHICLE AS LOANER OR TELL ME WHEN MY CAR WILL BE FIXED. I CAN'T GET A MANAGER FROM FORD TO CALL ME BACK.
WHILE IAM DRIVING MY 2009 EXPEDITION ON A HIGHWAY ITS GOING TO A LIMP MODE MEANS VECHLE AUTOMATICITY LOSE POWER AND GO DOWN TO 20 MILES PER HOUR. 18 WHEELER ALMOST REAR END ME OTHER DAY . THIS A SAFETY HAZARD FOR ME OTHER DRIVERS ON THE ROAD. CALLED TOWN EAST FORD IN MESQUITE …
REAR AND FRONT DIFFERENTIAL LEAKS CAUSED EXPENSIVE FIXES. FUEL ISSUE IS THAT THE SENSOR DOESN'T WORK CORRECTLY IN VERY COLD WEATHER AND CONSTANTLY SHOWS ZERO MILES TO EMPTY ON INFORMATION PANEL. CAUSED US TO FUN OUT OF FUEL ON A FEW OCCASIONS. ON THE FUEL THIS HAPPENS IN MOTION…
LOWER RETAINING BOLT BETWEEN STRUT AND WHEEL HUB HAS FAILED CAUSING HEAD OF BOLT TO SHEAR OFF (SEE PHOTOS) ON FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY. BOLT HEAD WAS FOUND LYING IN DRIVEWAY AND SHEARED BOLT WAS FOUND ON INSPECTION OF VEHICLE. VEHICLE MAY HAVE BEEN IN MOTION AT …
TAMARA RECALL I WAS RECENTLY IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE MY VEHICLE WAS TOTALED! I WAS TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 67 MPH AND HIT SOMETHING AT A DEAD STOP. NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED.
AIR CONDITIONER AUTO CLIMATE CONTROL.FRONT BLOWER PERIODICALLY STOPS BLOWING.MAY NOT TURN ON WHEN VEHICLE STARTED OR STOP WHILE VEHICLE HAS BEEN RUNNING, NOTHING SPECIFIC TO RECREATE ISSUE.REAR BLOWER WORKS FINE.BEEN DIAGNOSED 3-4 TIMES WITH TWO DIFFERENT FORD REPAIR FACILITIES A…
PAINT NOT ADHERING TO REAR TAILGATE. DOOR APPEARS TO BE ALUMINUM AND NOT PREPARED PROPERLY. FAULTY WORKMANSHIP BY FORD MOTOR COMPANY. THERE NEEDS TO CLASS ACTION TAKEN AGAINST FORD.
WHEN DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEED, ONCE VEHICLE HAS STOPPED FOR STOP LIGHT IT BEGINS TO SHAKE BADLY.ALSO WHEN IN PARK IT SHAKES, THE MOTOR SEEMS TO BE RATTLED BY STANDING STILL. WE CARRIED IT BACK TO THE DEALER FOR SERVICE IT STILL HAS THE SAME ISSUE WITH THE SHAKING.ON CITY STREETS. …
2009 FORD EXPEDITION. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO MOON ROOF FAILURE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE ENTERED THE VEHICLE, HE DISCOVERED THE MOON ROOF WAS LEAKING. THE MOON ROOF WOULD NOT FULLY OPEN OR CLOSE. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER, IT WOULD COST $1994.00 TO REPAIR…
WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC, MY WIFE'S EXPEDITION MADE A LOUD NOISE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. A FEW HUNDRED FEET LATER, IT MADE THE SAME NOISE, LOOSING POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES, CAUSING HER TO HAVE TO PULL OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITH MINIMAL CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. TH…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 FORD EXPEDITION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HOOD AND THE REAR LIFTGATE ON THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO CORRODE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ALUMINUM CORRODED AND THE PAINT STARTED TO FALL OFF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGN…
THE BRAKE SENSOR HAS MALFUNCTIONED AND I AM NOT ABLE TO TAKE THE VEHICLE OUT OF PARK. IF I DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL MULTIPLE TIMES, IT WILL FINALLY SENSE THE BRAKES AND LET ME DRIVE. ALSO, SOMETIMES DURING DRIVING THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN PRESSED. FORD HAS IS…
I WAS DRIVING IN A SCHOOL ZONE WHEN A VEHICLE RAN A YIELD SIGN AND HIT ME ON THE DRIVERS SIDE FRONT. MY AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. THE IMPACT PUSHED ME THROUGH A FENCE AND INTO A RESIDENTIAL YARD. I HIT MY HEAD ON THE WINDOW AND THE HANDLE THAT WAS MOLDED INTO THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDSH…
LIFT GATE WINDOW EXPLODED AFTER SHUTTING THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR.. VEHICLE WAS IN A GARAGE WITH GARAGE DOOR OPEN. *TR
BACK LIFT GATE WINDOW EXPLODED AFTER SHUTTING THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR. VEHICLE WAS IN GARAGE WITH THE GARAGE DOOR OPEN. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED IN TWO MONTHS TIME. *TR
THE HYDRALIC CONTROLLER WENT OUT AFTER GETTING THE BRAKES REPAIRED BY THE DEALER. THEIR WAS NO WARNING THAT THE PUMP HAD GONE OUT. THIS ALLOWED THE BRAKES TO FAIL MAKING THE CAR A HAZARD ON THE ROAD. I WAS INFORMED BY THE FORD SERVICE TECHNICIAN THERE WAS NOT A WARNING LIGHT OF F…
THE PAINT ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE HOOD IS SHOWING SIGNS OF BUBBLES, LIKE THERE IS CORROSION UNDER THE BUBBLES. *TR
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2009 Ford Expedition.
Recalls for 2009 Ford Expedition
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2009 Ford Expedition. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2009 Ford Expedition — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2009 Ford Expedition reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2009 Ford Expedition has 28 NHTSA owner complaints, 2 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most reported issue is Structural Problems (7 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Ford Expedition?▾
#1: Structural Problems (7 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (5 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (4 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2009 Ford Expedition?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2009 Ford Expedition?▾
The 2009 Ford Expedition has 2 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 28 total NHTSA complaints. 2 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2009 Ford Expedition have any recalls?▾
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2009 Ford Expedition. The largest issue: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2009 Ford Expedition?▾
The 2009 Ford Expedition has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Structural Problems issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Ford Expedition reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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