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2018 Ford Expedition

Power train and engine lead 2018 Ford Expedition complaints

Of 353 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, power train problems are the most common at 134 reports (38%), followed by the engine at 95 reports (27%). The electrical system adds 31 reports (9%), engine and engine cooling 25 reports (7%), and suspension 24 reports (7%). Most reports describe no crash or fire, but the engine area shows 6 injuries, and the electrical system shows 2 fires and 6 injuries. Buyers should focus their inspection on the power train and engine.

Most reported areas

Power Train safety 38%
The single largest complaint area: 134 reports, or 38% of all complaints, tied to 2 crashes and 1 injury. Take any transmission or drivetrain symptoms seriously on a test drive.
Engine safety 27%
The second most common concern: 95 reports (27% of complaints), with 1 fire, 1 crash, and 6 injuries reported. Have the engine inspected thoroughly before buying.
Electrical System safety 9%
31 reports (9% of complaints), including 2 fires and 6 injuries. Verify the lights, battery, and electronics all work as expected.
Engine And Engine Cooling0 7%
25 reports (7% of complaints), with no crashes or fires reported. Check the cooling system along with the engine.
Suspension0 7%
24 reports (7% of complaints), with no crashes or fires reported. Check the shocks and ride quality on a test drive over rough pavement.

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 353 complaints

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General information compiled from public NHTSA complaint data, for reference only — not professional advice and not reviewed by automotive experts. Verify before acting; Team AM is not responsible for decisions made from it.