A much better late Expedition
The 2023 Expedition drew under a quarter of the model average.
Updated November 2026 · based on 65 owner complaints and 8 recalls
Too new
8 free to fix at a dealer
Every Expedition year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Top problems and what they cost
Driver-assist warnings
Rare pre-collision and cruise faults.
Fix: Calibration $150 to $400
Collision avoidance
Recalls
A fractured pinion can result in a loss of 4-wheel drive and may cause the front wheels to lock up, increasng the risk of a crash.
Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users...
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Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Vehicle occupants may contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing the risk of injury.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2023 Ford Expedition
- Use adaptive cruise on the drive.The automatic emergency braking system can brake hard for no reason, called phantom braking. Testing it around parked cars and overpasses shows whether this car does it.
Questions
Is the 2023 Ford Expedition reliable?
A much better late Expedition. The 2023 Expedition drew under a quarter of the model average.
How many recalls does the 2023 Ford Expedition have?
8 recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2023 Ford Expedition problems?
Driver-assist warnings.
Crash rating shown for the 2023 Ford Expedition SUV 4WD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.