2022 Ford Expedition Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 10, 2026 · 115 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Expedition years
Fewer complaints than other years 21st of 33 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 115 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Ford Expedition. That ranks 21st out of 33 Expedition model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (20 complaints, 17%), typically at around 23,745 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 10 injuries. There are 12 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

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A 2025 Ford Expedition Platinum MAX photographed during the 2025 New York International Auto Show , inside the Javits Convention Center , at Hudson Yards, Manha. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2022 Ford Expedition problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System20 · ~23,745 mi
Unknown or Other19
Forward Collision Avoidance17 · ~30,000 mi
Power Train15 · ~25,000 mi
Structure13 · ~34,533 mi
Engine11 · ~8,065 mi
Vehicle Speed Control8
Fuel/propulsion System7
Fuel System, Gasoline7 · ~33,547 mi
Back Over Prevention6 · ~25,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System2017%23,745——
Unknown or Other1917%———
Forward Collision Avoidance1715%30,000——
Power Train1513%25,000——
Structure1311%34,533——
Engine1110%8,065——
Vehicle Speed Control87%———
Fuel/propulsion System76%———
Fuel System, Gasoline76%33,547——
Back Over Prevention65%25,000——
Lane Departure65%———
Service Brakes65%———
Visibility65%31,500——
Steering43%65,000——
Equipment33%———
Exterior Lighting33%———
Seat Belts33%94,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic33%22,033——
Visibility/wiper33%———
Air Bags22%79,500——
Suspension22%400——
Tires22%4,233——
Wheels22%400——
Carry Handle, Shell, Base11%———
Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness11%———
Seats11%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2025, with 36 complaints
2022: 9202292023: 252023252024: 152024152025: 362025362026: 30202630

n = 115 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2022 Ford Expedition recalls (12)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Structure:interior panels:center consoleJun 9, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V368000 · 548,463 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Expedition vehicles. The chrome plating on the center console may bubble and peel, resulting in sharp edges.

Risk: Vehicle occupants may contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the center consoles as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 16, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S38. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 10, 2026.

Seat belts:pretensionerMay 27, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V344000 · 419,967 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat may inadvertently lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.

Risk: Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 8, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in August 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S34. This recall replaces and expands previous NHTSA recalls 24V099 and 25V197. Vehicles previously inspected or repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.

Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkagesMar 31, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V204000 · 422,613 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2022-2023 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, and F-600 SD vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.

Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S24.Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 1, 2026.

Exterior lighting:tail lights; electrical system: integrated trailer brake controlFeb 20, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V104000 · 4,381,878 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: 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, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.

Visibility:sun/moon roof assemblyOct 24, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V729000 · 174,853 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, 2021-2023 F-150, 2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.

Risk: A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 30, 2025.

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpJul 7, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V455000 · 850,318 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.

Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsMay 9, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V314000 · 273,789 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Navigator and Expedition vehicles. 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.

Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the front brake line and replace the brake line or air cleaner outlet pipe, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S47.

Back over prevention:softwareMay 9, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V315000 · 1,076,138 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

Risk: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

Electrical system: integrated trailer brake controlFeb 28, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V132000 · 10,952 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-193. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.

Risk: Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.

Equipment:other:labelsNov 8, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V852000 · 27,678 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: 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.

Fix: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.

Equipment:other:owners/service/other manualJun 9, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V420000 · 691,133 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with third-row seating; and 2019-2023 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCab vehicles. The owner's manual does not include instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."

Risk: Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: Ford will mail the Owner's Manual addendums that describe how to adjust and remove the head restraints for the center seating positions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C20.

Electrical system: integrated trailer brake controlMar 25, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V193000 · 391,836 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.

Risk: Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S17.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Low-pressure fuel pump failure (PE24019) — opened Jul 29, 2024, closed Sep 19, 2025, led to recall 25V455.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Pre-collision assist not available warning goes off non stop while driving.

Forward Collision Avoidance · received Oct 10, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11770291

“This vehicle is experiencing an intermittent complete loss of power while being operated. It has now happened multiple times, including twice within one week after the vehicle was in your shop for 30 days. I have children in this vehicle. I am requesting that this be treated as a safety-related…

Electrical System · received Oct 9, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11770082

I would like to know when parts will be available to fix my recall please let me know thank you [XXX] or email [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Fuel/propulsion System · received Sep 17, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11765019

Vehicle has roughly 64,000 miles on it. As we were actively driving, vehicle suddenly lost power and completely shut off. This was a sudden stall. Vehicle would not crank back up but starter would engage. Upon scanning the trouble codes, multiple codes came up in regard to the fuel pump issue that…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Sep 8, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11762677

1. There was front suspension failure where the lower ball joint has separated, causing the steering knuckle and wheel assembly to detach and collapse while driving- yes it is available to inspect if done tomorrow 2. Driver could not control car, passengers and other cars on road in immediate…

Steering · received Aug 20, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11758376

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford Expedition?

Owners most often report electrical system, unknown or other, forward collision avoidance problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 20 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2022 Ford Expedition?

Yes, 12 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2022 Ford Expedition a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Expedition model years, the 2022 has fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.