2017 FORD EXPEDITION Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Ford Expedition. This model year has 344 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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Worst 2017 Ford Expedition Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Brake System
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Ford Expedition. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| 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.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Ford Expedition. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 344 most recent complaints
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.
Recalls for 2017 Ford Expedition
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 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.
2017 Ford Expedition — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2017 Ford Expedition reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2017 Ford Expedition has 344 NHTSA owner complaints, 21 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Electrical Faults (91 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
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?▾
The 2017 Ford Expedition has 21 crash-related complaints and 7 fire reports out of 344 total NHTSA complaints. 27 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Ford Expedition have any recalls?▾
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2017 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 2017 Ford Expedition?▾
The 2017 Ford Expedition has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Electrical Faults 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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