Fuel System complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 3% | — |
| 2024 | 2 | 3% | — |
| 2023 | 4 | 6% | 2,000 miles |
| 2022 | 14 | 12% | 60,000 miles |
| 2021 | 14 | 6% | 74,000 miles |
| 2020 | 5 | 1% | — |
| 2019 | 10 | 2% | 83,000 miles |
| 2018 | 9 | 2% | 65,000 miles |
| 2017 | 20 | 6% | 57,000 miles |
| 2016 | 17 | 8% | 60,000 miles |
| 2015 | 22 | 13% | 58,000 miles |
| 2013 | 2 | 2% | 102,000 miles |
| 2012 | 4 | 3% | 89,000 miles |
| 2011 | 4 | 6% | 60,000 miles |
| 2009 | 2 | 7% | 118,000 miles |
| 2008 | 9 | 6% | 65,000 miles |
| 2007 | 37 | 17% | 99,000 miles |
| 2006 | 24 | 8% | 85,000 miles |
| 2005 | 65 | 21% | 74,000 miles |
| 2004 | 23 | 8% | 126,000 miles |
| 2003 | 38 | 6% | 124,000 miles |
| 2002 | 21 | 6% | 62,000 miles |
| 2001 | 22 | 4% | 80,000 miles |
| 2000 | 19 | 2% | 114,000 miles |
| 1999 | 27 | 3% | 130,000 miles |
| 1998 | 28 | 3% | 145,000 miles |
| 1997 | 19 | 2% | 130,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
Hurricane Helene inundated our parking lot on September 27 with approximately 3-4 feet of storm surge. Many vehicles (20-25) were trapped and flooded. This vehicle caught fire and was totally consumed over the course of a 5-6 hour burn. Although all vehicles in our lot were flooded, this was the only vehicle to catch fire. By reports of eyewitnesses, the fire started underwater at the front of the vehicle and proceeded to consume it entirely. It did not blow up. Also reported is that the flashers and alarm/horn were active when the fire started (same was true for most other vehicles in the lot that did not burn). This vehicle is not a Hybrid or EV, it is a stock gasoline vehicle with no modifications. The vehicle was towed away by Auto-Owners Insurance company. It is unknown if they have done any form of inspection or investigation. …
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while refueling the vehicle, the contact removed the pump nozzle from the filler neck and gasoline squirted out of the fuel filler neck. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 1,578. The VIN was not available.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the manufacturer would mail another notice when parts were available. The contact stated that a year ago, while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated during the failure. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 59,844.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed and trying to activate the cruise control, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The driver was able to pull over the side of the road, but the vehicle failed to restart. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that roadside assistance arrived, and it was difficult getting the vehicle onto the tow truck. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the fuel pump module and determined that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 7,250.
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact's wife had attempted to start the vehicle several times. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the engine seized. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with fuel pump failure. The contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 71,000.
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 power independently. The local dealer was contacted and referred the contact to the manufacturer for assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to a fuel system recall that had not included the model year of the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was filed. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 53,000.
On several occasions the engine has slipped/stalled. Vehicle has only 27k miles on it, single owner. When moving from a stoplight the engine "slipped", all lights came on "service alert" or something similar. Vehicle recovered but I am very uneasy as I am a [redacted] female usually [redacted] and often on a very busy section of [redacted]. (This has occurred multiple times) When increasing speed, as to pass a vehicle or otherwise, vehicle is unresponsive or lags. To be clear this happens at speeds of 40-50 mph. It is unpredictable when this will occur nor why. I will likely sell this vehicle due to this safety issue. I spoke with a service rep at the local ford dealership who was able to look into the vehicle computer remotely but there was no record of the "Alert" or otherwise. I took the vehicle to my local mechanic who drove it and was able to replicate the danger/slipping. …
The SUV was driving smoothly at 55mph speed, suddenly I hit the break and tried to reaccelerate and felt a hard transmission shift, felt like metal hitting metal, felt like it was forced to shift to drive mode from parking mode. After that I started using 93 octane rated gasoline, do not observe the problem too much. I will really scary and unsafe, the whole SUV shook hard for 2sec.
Related recalls (4)
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
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.
Remedy: 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.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
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.
Remedy: 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.
Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
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.
Remedy: 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
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The fuel line assemblies May have been damaged by the supplier during manufacturing, allowing leakage.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect these vehicles and, if necessary, replace the front and rear fuel line assemblies.
NHTSA investigations
Low-pressure fuel pump failure
On July 29, 2024, the O ce of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE24019 to investigate complaints of low-pressure fuel pump failures in MY 2021 Ford Bronco vehicles. Some consumers reported that the failure occurred without warning while driving, resulting in a complete loss of motive power with no ability to restart the engine.
Frequently asked questions
Which Ford Expedition years have fuel system problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2005 (65), 2003 (38), 2007 (37), 1998 (28) and 1999 (27) model years. Fuel System complaints make up 21% of all complaints for the 2005.
Is there a recall for Ford Expedition fuel system problems?
Yes — 4 recalls, including 25V-455 (fuel pump, Jul 7, 2025); 18V-392 (fuel pump, Jun 12, 2018); 08V-057 (fuel rail, Feb 5, 2008). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Ford Expedition fuel system problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 91,000 miles; 18% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the storage › tank assembly (27 mentions), followed by the delivery › fuel pump (16).
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.