Ford Expedition Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
Owners have filed 208 complaints with NHTSA about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Ford Expedition across 20 model years. The 2005 model year has the most (36). The words owners use most often: “fuel tank” (18% of reports).
- 208fuel system, gasoline complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 3mention a crash
- 5mention an injury
- 4related recalls
- $1,450typical repair cost reported by owners
- 34%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Fuel tank: mentioned in 37 of 208 complaints (18%)
- Spark plug: mentioned in 19 of 208 complaints (9%)
- Check electronic: mentioned in 15 of 208 complaints (7%)
- Throttle control: mentioned in 14 of 208 complaints (7%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical fuel system, gasoline repair on the Ford Expedition at $1,450, and half of them between $1,100 and $1,950.
Based on 10 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2004–2013), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do fuel system, gasoline problems happen?
Based on 147 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 208 complaints, 3 mention a crash, 16 a fire, 5 an injury.
Ford Expedition fuel system, gasoline complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel System, Gasoline complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Expedition | 1 | 2% | 1,578 |
| 2022 Expedition | 7 | 6% | 33,547 |
| 2021 Expedition | 4 | 2% | 72,500 |
| 2019 Expedition | 1 | 0% | 105,000 |
| 2018 Expedition | 2 | 1% | 55,250 |
| 2017 Expedition | 1 | 0% | 64,000 |
| 2016 Expedition | 1 | 0% | 85,605 |
| 2015 Expedition | 3 | 2% | 145,781 |
| 2008 Expedition | 2 | 1% | 57,000 |
| 2007 Expedition | 14 | 7% | 85,500 |
| 2006 Expedition | 15 | 5% | 78,123 |
| 2005 Expedition | 36 | 11% | 66,930 |
| 2004 Expedition | 3 | 1% | 96,450 |
| 2003 Expedition | 17 | 3% | 101,179 |
| 2002 Expedition | 15 | 4% | 60,946 |
| 2001 Expedition | 18 | 3% | 77,491 |
| 2000 Expedition | 15 | 2% | 79,127 |
| 1999 Expedition | 18 | 2% | 126,000 |
| 1998 Expedition | 19 | 2% | 141,500 |
| 1997 Expedition | 16 | 2% | 190,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (4)
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Model years: 2022
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.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Model years: 2018
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Expedition, F-150, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI V6 engines. These vehicles have high pressure fuel pump assemblies with welds that can fracture, which may cause an oil or fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump and associated components, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S17.
Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail
Model years: 2007
Problem: Ford is recalling 57,199 my 2006-2007 e-150, e-250, e-350, and my 2007 expedition and lincoln navigator vehicles equipped with 5.4l engines. The fuel rail cross-over hose may contain weak areas. As a result, the hose may crack, which could cause a fuel odor and/or fuel leak.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel rail assembly. The recall began on march 3, 2008. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 1999
Problem: Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The fuel line assemblies may have been damaged by the supplier during manufacturing, allowing leakage.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect these vehicles and, if necessary, replace the front and rear fuel line assemblies.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline), 26V204000 (Visibility), and 26V368000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact…
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25E070000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the recall was initiated in July 2025, and parts were still not available…
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while attempting to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, the vehicle regained motive…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford Expeditions have fuel system, gasoline problems?
No. NHTSA has 208 owner complaints about fuel system, gasoline for the Ford Expedition. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Ford Expedition fuel system, gasoline?
Yes: 4 safety recalls list fuel system, gasoline. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix fuel system, gasoline problems on the Ford Expedition?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,450 (half paid between $1,100 and $1,950), from 10 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Ford Expedition?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel tank”, in 37 of 208 complaints, followed by “spark plug” (19).
Other Ford Expedition problems
- Power Train problems (1,573)
- Electrical System problems (1,384)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (1,163)
- Engine problems (861)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (834)
- Tires problems (656)
- Suspension problems (542)
- Visibility problems (534)
See all Ford Expedition problems.