Do 2020 Ford Expedition owners report Power Train problems?

222 of 349 NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Ford Expedition (64%) involve Power Train.

Do 2020 Ford Expedition owners report Engine problems?

49 of 349 NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Ford Expedition (14%) involve Engine.

Do 2020 Ford Expedition owners report Electrical System problems?

33 of 349 NHTSA complaints for the 2020 Ford Expedition (9%) involve Electrical System.

2020 Ford Expedition — Common Problems Owners Report

Of 349 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, power train problems are the most common by a wide margin at 222 reports (64%), including 3 fires. The engine is the next largest area at 49 reports (14%), with 2 fires. The electrical system follows at 33 reports (9%) and carries the heaviest safety mix in that group, with 4 fires, 1 crash, and 2 injuries. Seat belts account for 20 reports (6%) but the most injuries of any area, 6, plus 1 crash. Vehicle speed control rounds out the top issues at 13 reports (4%). Buyers should test the transmission and drivetrain thoroughly and check the electrical system and seat belts, where the safety concerns concentrate.

Most reported areas

Power Train safety 64%

By far the largest complaint area: 222 reports (64% of all complaints), including 3 fires, with no crashes or injuries reported. Test the transmission and drivetrain carefully before buying.

Engine safety 14%

The second most reported area: 49 reports (14%), including 2 fires, with no crashes or injuries reported. Have the engine checked thoroughly before buying.

Electrical System safety 9%

33 reports (9%), and the most fire-prone area, with 4 fires, plus 1 crash and 2 injuries. Verify the electrical system works correctly on a test drive.

Seat Belts safety 6%

20 reports (6%), with the most injuries of any area at 6, plus 1 crash and no fires. Check that the seat belts lock and function properly.

Vehicle Speed Control0 4%

The smallest of the top issues: 13 reports (4%), with no fires, crashes, or injuries reported. Worth a check alongside the power train complaints above.

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 349 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.