CarRecallWatchThe 2019 Ford Expedition has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 526 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 3 fires, 42 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (228 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2019 Ford Expedition recalls
Transmission Could Engage Park While Moving, Risking Rollaway
The transmission park pawl, the part that locks the transmission in Park, may engage while the vehicle is still in motion.
Center Console Trim May Peel and Expose Sharp Edges
The chrome plating on the center console of certain Expedition SUVs may bubble and peel, leaving sharp edges that occupants could contact.
Seat Belts May Lock and Fail to Restrain Occupants
Some seat belts in the driver or front passenger seat may lock unexpectedly due to a problem with the seat belt pretensioner, so the belt cannot retract or extend.
Shift warning may be too short; car can roll if left in gear
On certain 2019 vehicles, the "Transmission Not In Park" warning message and its chime last for less time than intended.
Front Seat Belts May Lock and Fail to Restrain
The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, so the belt cannot retract or extend.
Missing Air Bag Warning Label on Dashboard
Some vehicles may have a missing air bag warning label on the dashboard.
Front Seat Belts May Lock and Fail to Restrain Occupants
The front seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may deploy unexpectedly.
Missing Head Restraint Instructions Raise Crash Injury Risk
Some Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and F-Super Duty SuperCab trucks were built without owner's manual instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints, including those for the center seating positions.
Warning chime too short; car can roll if left out of Park
The instrument cluster warning that tells the driver the transmission is not in Park, along with its chime, lasts for less time than intended.
Rear toe link may detach, causing sudden handling loss
Rear suspension toe link fasteners may not have been properly tightened to the frame.
Seatback May Not Hold in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk
Certain manual front and rear seats in these vehicles may be missing a third pawl in the recliner mechanism, which is needed to keep the seatback strong.
Most common 2019 Ford Expedition problems
Problem areas named in the 526 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 228 |
| Seat Belts | 116 |
| Engine | 108 |
| Unknown Or Other | 47 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 32 |
| Air Bags | 25 |
| Electrical System | 17 |
| Structure | 16 |
| Suspension | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 |
What owners report
While driving down the road on August 16, 2026, our front seat belt exploded and the tightened down on my daughter. There was a poof of smoke, smell of an explosive, and my daughter complained of pressure on her abdomen and shoulder. It was frightening! Equally as frightening has been the experience dealing with Ford. We have been without our FAMILY vehicle for 73 days! Multiple calls to Ford with no follow through. At first a local dealership gave us a loaner, but in time they have now added ridiculous mileage limit restrictions and the inability for us to leave the state. (We are near neighboring states where family lives.) Last communication was parts would be shipped end of September. I
UNKNOWN We have a 2019 Ford Expedition that received a recall for the front passenger seatbelt. Recall number is 26S34/26V344. We received a letter informing us of this May 2026. We were told that parts would be available by September 30,2026. The dealership here confirmed that but said they couldn't fix it until I received a second letter saying I can get it fixed and take it to the dealership. It is now October 27, 2026. No letter. We cannot have all our family ride in the vehicle at one time because the seatbelt is inoperable frozen in place. This means it's unsafe. We need our car to be fully functional and safe. Ford needs to get the parts available. A repair shop told us they can ge
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V344000 (SEAT BELTS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.
At neighborhood speeds the transmission shifts roughly around 4th gear, making clunking noises and lurching the vehicle. This happens on a daily basis. At interstate speeds, the transmission has popped out of gear when attempting to pass another vehicle, leaving the vehicle decelerating dangerously in a situation where acceleration is needed. This has happened twice in the last year and requires navigating out of traffic to allow the transmission to figure out what is going on and re-engage the proper gear. I have been lucky not to have been in a serious accident. It has not been inspected by a dealer but, when mentioned to a dealer, was told that is just what you get with that 10-speed t
Since early in purchasing our 2019 Ford Expedition, we were getting powertrain warnings (pictures attached from August 2019). We took the vehicle in to have it diagnosed but the dealer said there were no codes and nothing they could do to troubleshoot. Fast forward to after the warranty expires the car starts behaving erratically when it's changing gears, especially when downshifting. On more than one occasion when towing our boat, I would press on the gas to pass a semi truck and there would be a loud CLUNK that you could feel and then the motor would simply rev indefinitely as if the transmission had switched to neutral. It's very dangerous losing power on a freeway with traffic includ
2019 Ford Expedition safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Ford Expedition SUV 4x2 | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 3 (20.8% rollover risk) |
| 2019 Ford Expedition SUV 4x4 | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (19.3% rollover risk) |
2019 Ford Expedition questions
Does the 2019 Ford Expedition have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2019 Ford Expedition: Transmission Could Engage Park While Moving, Risking Rollaway; Center Console Trim May Peel and Expose Sharp Edges; Seat Belts May Lock and Fail to Restrain Occupants; Shift warning may be too short; car can roll if left in gear; Front Seat Belts May Lock and Fail to Restrain. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Expedition?
Based on 526 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (228), Seat Belts (116), Engine (108).
How safe is the 2019 Ford Expedition?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2019 Ford Expedition up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 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.