The Lemon Index2025 Ford Expedition.
The 2025 Ford Expedition is so far better than average by owner complaints: 38 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 73, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about automatic emergency braking, it has 6 recalls, and it gets 18 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 38 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Ford Expedition year. 2025 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.
Recalls 6
- lights 2026
The headlight assemblies may contain a contaminated LED chip, which can result in a loss of daytime running lights, parking lights, high beams or low beams.
- 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 Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
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- brakes 2025
The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
- airbags 2025
The passenger side air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag to deploy with excessive force during a crash.
- engine 2025
The engine may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
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 150 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- After replacement of any TRON module, the gateway module (GWM) and the TRON capable modules…
- No crank/no start condition with no Powertrain Control
- Some 2024-2025 F-150, Expedition/Navigator, Escape/Corsair, Bronco, Explorer, Mustang,…
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 MAX SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| FORD EXPEDITION MAX SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3400–3550 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.5L 6-cyl.
Quick answers
Is the 2025 Ford Expedition reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 1.4× fewer complaints than average per car sold, against other 2025 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 73; 100 is average). The best Ford Expedition year by this measure is 2014.
What are the most common 2025 Ford Expedition problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are automatic emergency braking (26%), steering (18%) and electrical (16%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2025 Ford Expedition have?
6 safety recalls (latest: lights). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Ford Expedition get?
18 to 19 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2025 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 2025 Ford Expedition have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2025 Ford Expedition cost in fuel a year?
About $3400 to $3550 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2025 Ford Expedition have?
3.5L 6-cyl.
What Ford Expedition year is better than the 2025?
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