2016 FORD EXPEDITION Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 Ford Expedition. This model year has 208 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Brake System.
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Worst 2016 Ford Expedition Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Brake System
Engine Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Ford Expedition. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brake System | 52 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 40 | 1 | 2 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 35 | 4 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 31 | — | 3 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 20 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 16 | — | 3 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 5 | 2 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 5 | — | 2 | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Chest Clip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Buckle | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Harness | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension 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 2016 Ford Expedition. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 208 most recent complaints
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing, the camera displayed squiggly lines. Occasionally, the screen was blank. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer previously, where it was diagnosed and determin…
On Apil 6 about 6:15 am I was on my way to work. And I start smelling what appears to be a gas smell and I wasn’t quite sure what was coming from so I cracked the window a little bit and said that I would try to check it when I got to work seeing that I was only roughly about 10 …
My expedition started stuttering and the speedometer, started fluctuating speeds which would also cause my cruise control to turn off. Then the speedometer quit working altogether and so did the odometer. If I turned the truck off and restarted it, it would reset everything for a…
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse(R), the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rear-view camera image failed to function properly and appeared blurry and intermittently failed to operate as inten…
The contact owns a 2016 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 local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available…
The contact owns a 2016 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 while shifted into reverse(R), the rearview camera faile…
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera image intermittently operated as needed. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact received n…
The contact 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a foggy image. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Ove…
The failed components are called "cam phasers." It is a known problem with the Ford 3.5 Ecoboost Engine (that even Ford is aware of). The cam phasers can fail, causing the timing chain to fail at any moment. They rattle upon startup of a cold engine. The failure of the origi…
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing at an undisclosed speed, the rearview camera was intermittently inoperative. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and there was an abnormal sound coming from th…
Rear-view camera is intermittently failing and often completely inoperative. Vehicle is under an active Ford safety recall for the rear-view camera, but there is currently no remedy available. The failure occurs while reversing and eliminates rear visibility, creating a clear saf…
The contact owns a 2019 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 occasionally, while shifted into reverse, the rear-view …
Rear camera is inoperable or intermittent. It has been for over a year. Ford finally issued a recall notice I believe in September 2025. They have still not corrected the problem or even sent a letter confirming when it will be completed. I feel there should be reasonable time l…
I receive a recall 22S56 for the climate control blower motor it was replaced under warranty on 12/17/2024 about a year latter I noticed blower stopped working on 12/13/2025 coming from San Francisco because visibility was affected when defroster stopped working, then I called d…
When merging on the highway in the rain the vehicle locked up on me and almost killed me. I could have been seriously injured I could not stop the car and it slid along the highway at high speeds . Luckily was able to get to the shoulder
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Camera goes blank when backing up
Blower motor which was under recall was repaired by dealership 4/18/25 continued to work intermittently following repair. As of inspection today, 10/2/2025 at same dealership, blower motor speed controller wiring harness/assembly has since gotten hot enough to melt wiring. Wiring…
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (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 …
Vehicle was taken to Chipola Ford for Blower Motor Recall April 2025 and was replaced under recall. Since then, the blower motor intermittently fails and and no air will come out of the dash. The wiring for the blower motor under the dash gets extremely hot when the blower motor …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2016 Ford Expedition.
Recalls for 2016 Ford Expedition
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2016 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.
2016 Ford Expedition — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2016 Ford Expedition reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2016 Ford Expedition has 208 NHTSA owner complaints, 7 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Brake System (52 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford Expedition?▾
#1: Brake System (52 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (40 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (35 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2016 Ford Expedition?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2016 Ford Expedition?▾
The 2016 Ford Expedition has 7 crash-related complaints and 8 fire reports out of 208 total NHTSA complaints. 5 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2016 Ford Expedition have any recalls?▾
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2016 Ford Expedition. The largest issue: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2016 Ford Expedition?▾
The 2016 Ford Expedition has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Brake System 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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