Body complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 5% | 7,000 miles |
| 2024 | 5 | 6% | — |
| 2023 | 4 | 6% | 91,000 miles |
| 2022 | 13 | 11% | 37,000 miles |
| 2021 | 10 | 4% | 73,000 miles |
| 2020 | 22 | 5% | 87,000 miles |
| 2019 | 16 | 3% | 92,000 miles |
| 2018 | 13 | 3% | 29,000 miles |
| 2017 | 6 | 2% | 51,000 miles |
| 2016 | 3 | 1% | 50,000 miles |
| 2015 | 8 | 5% | 21,000 miles |
| 2014 | 6 | 8% | 97,000 miles |
| 2012 | 15 | 13% | 55,000 miles |
| 2011 | 10 | 14% | 48,000 miles |
| 2010 | 10 | 17% | 52,000 miles |
| 2009 | 7 | 25% | 68,000 miles |
| 2008 | 34 | 23% | 73,000 miles |
| 2007 | 9 | 4% | 85,000 miles |
| 2006 | 19 | 6% | 80,000 miles |
| 2005 | 15 | 5% | 50,000 miles |
| 2004 | 24 | 8% | 90,000 miles |
| 2003 | 32 | 5% | 42,000 miles |
| 2002 | 14 | 4% | 67,000 miles |
| 2001 | 25 | 4% | 94,000 miles |
| 2000 | 47 | 5% | 79,000 miles |
| 1999 | 20 | 2% | 102,000 miles |
| 1998 | 25 | 3% | 120,000 miles |
| 1997 | 38 | 4% | 130,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (doors, hood, frame, rust, paint and trim).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V368000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Hood striker fasteners failed allowing hood to separate from striker at highway speed resulting in hood flying open, striking and damaging windshield and blocking view of driver. Photos from incident scene and subsequent dealer inspection agree on fastener failure as the striker was found fully latched into the retainers. Fortunately, driver was in an outer lane and able to navigate to shoulder and stop vehicle without further damage.
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NTHSA Campaign Number 26V368000 (Structure); however, the part needed for the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reaching to pick up a debit card, the center console cup holder chrome plating, which had peeled off and stood upright, sliced the contact's pinky finger on her right hand. The deep gash required medical attention. No further information was available. The contact associated the injury with the recall. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed that the medical expenses would be covered. The failure mileage was approximately 90,691.
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that upon opening the front driver's side door, the contact became aware that the door hinges were fractured. The failure also occurred on the lower part of the front passenger's side door. The dealer was contacted, and the contact sent a picture of the failure to the dealer. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 62,305.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH, the sunroof windscreen flew off and landed on the highway. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was determined that the sunroof windscreen needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred approximately five months later. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH, the sunroof windscreen flew off onto the highway again. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer, where it was determined that the sunroof windscreen needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 32,065.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact opened the liftgate, and the liftgate failed to operate as intended. The contact stated that the liftgate struck the roof and caused the liftgate to be damaged. The contact stated that when it was cold, the liftgate failed to operate as intended. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and diagnosed that there was insufficient margin between the liftgate and roof spoiler. The contact was provided with Manufacturer's Recall Number: SSM 53469. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 37,000.
While towing a rented trailer from Tractor Supply, the trailer detached because it was not properly secured by store staff. The trailer struck the rear bumper of my 2021 Ford Expedition, causing visible body damage and raising concerns about hidden damage to the drivetrain and transmission due to the sudden force of the impact. After the incident, the vehicle was taken to a Ford dealership for inspection. Documentation exists showing that additional drivetrain and transmission evaluation is needed to determine the full extent of damage. The rear-view camera is also under active NHTSA recall (25V048), and its poor image quality complicates safe reversing after the incident. The safety risk is significant: the trailer detachment created a roadway hazard and impact, while the rear camera defect reduces visibility and increases crash risk when backing. …
Vehicle caught fire on February 29, 2024, with family members inside the vehicle. The fire appeared to start under the hood on the right passenger side, which would directly correlate with the current open recall. The family had just made a trip back from a basketball game and was dropping off a passenger when smoke was noticed. Upon further inspection, there was an active fire under the hood, which soon erupted into a burst of flames, causing the vehicle to be declared a total loss. Emergency responders had to be called to the scene to alleviate the fire. The fire report depicts a vehicle malfunction as the cause of the ignition. Ford has made no efforts to contact the consumer regarding the fire and subsequent damage.
Related recalls (2)
Structure › Interior panels › Center console
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.
Remedy: 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.
Structure
Certain pickup truck, van, and Mini van conversions equipped with southern comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by American technology components, inc. These units contain a courtesy light or lights that might overheat when the wire harness is exposed to excessive moisture and road salt.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiring harness on these running boards. Owner notification began March 7, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free…
Frequently asked questions
Which Ford Expedition years have body problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2000 (47), 1997 (38), 2008 (34), 2003 (32) and 1998 (25) model years. Body complaints make up 5% of all complaints for the 2000.
Is there a recall for Ford Expedition body problems?
Yes — 2 recalls, including 26V-368 (center console, Jun 9, 2026); 03V-094 (structure, Mar 7, 2003). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Ford Expedition body problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 74,000 miles; 31% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the body (206 mentions), followed by the body › door (35).
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.