The Lemon Index2022 Ford Expedition.
The 2022 Ford Expedition is about average by owner complaints: 85 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 104, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 12 recalls, and it gets 17 to 19 mpg combined. The best Ford Expedition year is 2014.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 116 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Ford Expedition year. 2022 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 12K to 49K miles on the car (26 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 12
- body structure 2026
The chrome plating on the center console may bubble and peel, resulting in sharp edges.
- seat belts 2026
The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.
- visibility 2026
The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.
Show all 12 recalls
- electrical 2026
When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function.
- visibility 2025
The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.
- fuel system, gasoline 2025
The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
- brakes 2025
The front brake lines may contact the engine air cleaner outlet pipe and become damaged, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak and reduced brake function.
- back over prevention 2025
A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
- electrical 2025
Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.
- equipment 2024
The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard.
- equipment 2023
The owner's manual does not include instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints.
- electrical 2022
Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.
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 206 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Some 2017-2020 F-150, 2018-2022 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang and 2019-2022 Ranger vehicles…
- Some 2013-2023 Ford or Lincoln vehicles with modems activated through FordPass or LincolnWay…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- ClosedLow-pressure fuel pump failure2024–2025
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Expedition SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Ford Expedition SUV 2WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Ford Expedition EL SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Ford Expedition EL SUV 2WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3400–3800 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.5L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
Alternator failed suddenly. Caused loss of power to all components while driving.
2022 Ford Expedition owner · NHTSA complaint 11538458
Quick answers
Is the 2022 Ford Expedition reliable?
About average by government complaints. It drew about the average number of complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 104; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Ford Expedition year by this measure is 2014.
What are the most common 2022 Ford Expedition problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (18%), automatic emergency braking (16%) and transmission & drivetrain (11%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2022 Ford Expedition have?
12 safety recalls (latest: body structure). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Ford Expedition get?
17 to 19 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2022 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 2022 Ford Expedition problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 12,500 and 49,200 miles. The middle report was at 30,000 miles, from 26 complaints.
Does the 2022 Ford Expedition have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 11% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2022 Ford Expedition cost in fuel a year?
About $3400 to $3800 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2022 Ford Expedition have?
3.5L 6-cyl.
What Ford Expedition year is better than the 2022?
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