The Lemon Index2024 Ford Expedition.
The 2024 Ford Expedition is so far worse than average by owner complaints: 78 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 116, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about automatic emergency braking, it has 7 recalls, and it gets 17 to 19 mpg combined. The best Ford Expedition year is 2014.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 78 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Ford Expedition year. 2024 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 4K to 30K miles on the car (9 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 7
- body structure 2026
The chrome plating on the center console may bubble and peel, resulting in sharp edges.
- 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.
- 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.
Show all 7 recalls
- 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.
- engine 2025
The engine may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
- engine 2024
The engines may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
- equipment 2024
The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard.
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 109 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- This article supersedes 23-2266 to update the vehicle model years affected to include 2024…
- This article supersedes 24-2028 to update the vehicle symptom
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 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Ford Expedition SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Ford Expedition EL SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Ford Expedition EL SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3400–3800 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.5L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
6/10/25- car turned off in the middle of the road 6/12/25- car would not start 7/6/25- car would not start 6/16/25 and 7/12/25 car apparently had warning in the ford system of a malfunction
2024 Ford Expedition owner · NHTSA complaint 11673274
Quick answers
Is the 2024 Ford Expedition reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 1.2× the average car's complaints per car sold, against other 2024 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 116; 100 is average). The best Ford Expedition year by this measure is 2014.
What are the most common 2024 Ford Expedition problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are automatic emergency braking (23%), electrical (19%) and lane assist (13%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2024 Ford Expedition have?
7 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 2024 Ford Expedition get?
17 to 19 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2024 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.
Does the 2024 Ford Expedition have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2024 Ford Expedition cost in fuel a year?
About $3400 to $3800 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2024 Ford Expedition have?
3.5L 6-cyl.
What Ford Expedition year is better than the 2024?
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