The Lemon Index2015 Ford Expedition.
The 2015 Ford Expedition is worse than average by owner complaints: 52 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 124, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about fuel or ev drive system, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 16 to 18 mpg combined. The best Ford Expedition year is 2014.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 164 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Ford Expedition year. 2015 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 42K to 113K miles on the car (109 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- electrical complaints mostly came at 71K–134K miles
- engine complaints mostly came at 37K–103K miles
- transmission & drivetrain complaints mostly came at 49K–106K miles
Recalls 3
- back over prevention 2025
The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
- back over prevention 2025
The rearview camera printed circuit board terminal header connector may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.
- visibility 2022
The front blower motor located behind the glove box may fail.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Ford told dealers about
Ford sent dealers 72 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
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Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Expedition SUV 4x2 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Ford Expedition SUV 4x4 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Ford Expedition EL EXTENDED SUV 4x4 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Ford Expedition EL EXTENDED SUV 4x2 | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3550–4000 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.5L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
Well known throttle body issue across the Ford line. Not covered under lifetime warranty. Sudden deceleration and stoppage due to electronic throttle body failure.
2015 Ford Expedition owner · NHTSA complaint 11119844
More owner reports
[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
NHTSA complaint 10840308
Total loss of power while driving - must pull over and restart
NHTSA complaint 10876863
Quick answers
Is the 2015 Ford Expedition reliable?
No, it is worse than average by government complaints. It drew 1.2× the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 124; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Ford Expedition year by this measure is 2014.
What are the most common 2015 Ford Expedition problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are fuel or ev drive system (27%), engine (27%) and speed control (21%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2015 Ford Expedition have?
3 safety recalls (latest: back over prevention). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Ford Expedition get?
16 to 18 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2015 Ford Expedition safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2015 Ford Expedition problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 42,100 and 113,000 miles. The middle report was at 68,000 miles, from 109 complaints.
Does the 2015 Ford Expedition have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 15% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2015 Ford Expedition cost in fuel a year?
About $3550 to $4000 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2015 Ford Expedition have?
3.5L 6-cyl.
What Ford Expedition year is better than the 2015?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2014, 2012 and 2013.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works