2017 Ford Expedition: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2017 Ford Expedition? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 344 complaints, with Electrical Faults as the top reported area.
2017 Ford Expedition Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 4 2017 Ford Expedition trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
2017 Ford Expedition Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2017 Ford Expedition SUV 4x4Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
19.8% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
19.8% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2017 Ford Expedition has 344 owner complaints, 21 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Expedition
- Model year
- 2017
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 344
- Crash-related complaints
- 21
- Safety recall campaigns
- 4
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 17
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 15 / 20
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- 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
Most Common 2017 Ford Expedition Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Brake System
Transmission / Drivetrain
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Brake System, Transmission / Drivetrain. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2017 Ford Expedition?
The 2017 Ford Expedition shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2017 Ford Expedition
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the electrical system, including battery and wiring, for any issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake and transmission repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the electrical system, including battery and wiring, for any issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for brake and transmission repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2017 Ford Expedition, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
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 344 complaints for the 2017 Ford Expedition, issues appear concentrated in electrical faults and brake system problems. Crash-related complaints are relatively low at 21, but the overall confidence in this data is low due to limited sample size.
- Electrical faults account for the highest number of complaints at 91.
- Brake system complaints total 77, the second most reported component.
- Transmission/drivetrain issues are noted in 47 complaints.
- Electrical faults are the most frequently reported issue.
- Brake system problems are a recurring theme in complaints.
- Transmission/drivetrain concerns appear in a notable number of reports.
All 2017 Ford Expedition Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Ford Expedition. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 91 | 2 | 5 | — | |
| Brake System | 77 | 4 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 47 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 41 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 37 | — | 1 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 35 | 2 | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 29 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 29 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 20 | 2 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 19 | — | 1 | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 16 | 2 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 11 | 10 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 11 | 2 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 6 | 4 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 6 | 2 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 4 | — | 2 | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Ford Expedition. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
I was in a head on collision and my airbags did not deploy. Also when I looked at my seat belt after the crash it was fully extended out and did not retract.
Sudden and severe downshifts occurred at roadway and highway speeds resulting in sudden speed decrease. Also revving and loss of power occurred. Problem codes P0706 & P0707 were logged which point directly to the Transmission Range Sensor (TRS), which is integrated into the molde…
As is the same with the Ford F-150 recall for the transmission downshift issue my Ford Expedition has that same problem I sent an email into your website and hopefully it will be addressed because it is the exact same thing. When I accelerate to access an on-ramp at the highway o…
My back up camera is the issue. There is an open recall that it has been over 6 months with no resolution communicated. The camera was fuzzy or intermittently working for the last several years, however, The screen is now blue or says camera unavailable for 2ish weeks.
While driving down the road 70 MPH the transmission suddenly downshifting from 6th gear to a much lower gear causing the rear wheels to briefly lock up causing a skid safety issue... at the same time, the speedometer dial swings downward to the left like a sudden deceleration, th…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rear-view camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rear-view camera image would appear blank, and a camera not available warning message displayed. The contact received …
My 2017 Ford Expedition is currently at an authorized dealership (Arlington Heights Ford, IL) for a failed transmission lead frame (DTCs P0706, P0707, P1702), which causes intermittent loss of gear engagement and sudden shift issues. This specific part is subject to NHTSA Enginee…
While towing our RV trailer, we received a wrench light and the vehicle when into limp mode. When we tried to slow down and take the next exit on the interstate, the transmission tried to shift from 6th gear to 1st gear, causing the rear tires to screech and slow the vehicle dra…
Vehicle is subject to NHTSA Recall 25V572 (Ford 25S89) for rear view camera failure. The camera intermittently displays a blank or distorted image when in reverse, or shows a “camera unavailable” message. This is a known safety defect acknowledged by the manufacturer. Remedy has…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera display failed to function as intended. The rear-view camera displayed a black screen with lines while in operation. The failure was intermittent. The vehicle was not diagnosed …
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a distorted image and squiggly lines. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was diagnosed with rear-view camera failure. The contact received …
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air conditioner failed. The air conditioner continued to turn off and on unexpectedly. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA C…
Rear view camera is inverted left to right and stuck in the trailer hookup mode (magnify +). At night the picture is very grainy to almost unusable.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rear-view camera became inoperable. The rear-view camera image failed to function properly, and the screen was blank. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V5…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the front driver’s side seat belt failed to latch as intended. The failure was intermittent. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the front driver's s…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition EL. 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 image was intermittently distort…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The rearview camera display appeared blank but functioned intermittently. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Ba…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The rearview camera image appeared blank, and the message “Camera not Available” was displayed. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that while shifted into reverse(R), the rear-view camera screen displayed a black and fuzzy image. The vehicle was taken to t…
The contact owns a 2017 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 displayed a distorted or blank image…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Ford Expedition.
2017 Ford Expedition Recalls
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Ford Expedition. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2017 Ford Expedition Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2017 Ford Expedition reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 344 owner complaints, 21 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2017 Ford Expedition shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. 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 2017 Ford Expedition?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (91 complaints). #2: Brake System (77 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (47 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Ford Expedition?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Ford Expedition?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2017 Ford Expedition, NHTSA complaints include 21 crash-related reports and 7 fire reports out of 344 total complaints. 27 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Ford Expedition have any recalls?▾
Yes. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2017 Ford Expedition. A major recall area is SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST. 4 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2017 Ford Expedition?▾
The 2017 Ford Expedition shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults 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 VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Ford Expedition reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.