CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Ford Expedition has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 358 complaints with NHTSA, including 21 crashes, 7 fires, 27 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (93 reports).
2017 Ford Expedition recalls
Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image
The rearview camera can display a distorted, inverted, or blank image while the vehicle is in reverse.
Brake fluid leak can reduce braking and lengthen stopping distance
Brake fluid can leak from the front brake circuit of the master cylinder into the brake booster.
Blower Motor Can Fail and Raise Interior Fire Risk
Certain Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator SUVs from 2015 through 2017 may have a front blower motor, located behind the glove box, that can fail.
Brake Fluid Leak Can Reduce Front Braking Power
Brake fluid can leak from the front brake circuit of the master cylinder into the brake booster.
Most common 2017 Ford Expedition problems
Problem areas named in the 358 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 93 |
| Power Train | 51 |
| Service Brakes | 43 |
| Unknown Or Other | 41 |
| Engine | 38 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 36 |
| Back Over Prevention | 31 |
| Visibility | 29 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 21 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 19 |
What owners report
I smelled something burning in my vehicle and then after that my air conditioner stopped working and it turned out to be the blower motor that was replaced in December of 2023
Vehicle is experiencing brake degradation matching safety recall 25S37/22S11. Dealership states the vehicle is unsafe but refuses to provide a loaner car. Ford Customer Support escalated the parts order but explicitly denied interim rental assistance, leaving me with no safe transportation options
My camera only works for a couple of seconds and not always, plus the screen turns blue or black
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); but the dealer advised the contact that the recall repair could not be performed without charging for the repair. The contact stated that while in reverse(R) on several occasions, the rear-view camera screen was blue and the message "Camera not Available" was displayed. It was unknown if the vehicle was diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 94,000.
Our 2017 Ford Expedition, has been diagnosed with a failure involving the molded lead frame/transmission sensor assembly in its 6R80 transmission. We were advised that the failure can cause the transmission to unexpectedly downshift at highway speed, resulting in sudden deceleration and possible loss of control. Ford has recalled 2015â2017 F-150 vehicles equipped with the 6R80 for a substantially similar unintended-downshift condition, but Ford states that our Expedition is not included and has declined financial or repair assistance. The required component is currently backordered, leaving us without a safe vehicle or a timely repair. We request that NHTSA investigate whether 2015â2017
2017 Ford Expedition questions
Does the 2017 Ford Expedition have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Ford Expedition: Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image; Brake fluid leak can reduce braking and lengthen stopping distance; Blower Motor Can Fail and Raise Interior Fire Risk; Brake Fluid Leak Can Reduce Front Braking Power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Expedition?
Based on 358 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (93), Power Train (51), Service Brakes (43).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Ford Expedition has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.