Federal safety data shows 4 recalls and 453 complaints for the 2019 Ford Expedition, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

453

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

25V8860002025-18-12

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Expedition vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20V263. The "Transmission Not In Park" warning message and associated chime duration are shorter than intended.

If the driver exits the vehicle without the transmission being shifted into park, unintended vehicle movement may result, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

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26V3440002026-27-05

SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER

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.

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

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26V3680002026-09-06

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.

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

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View all 4 recalls

26V4020002026-24-06

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Navigator, Expedition, 2020-2021 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and 2021 F-150 vehicles. The transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in park system damage.

Park system damage may result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 453 issues reported over 1 model years, power train problems are the most common for the 2019 Ford Expedition. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Power Train140

02Engine63

03Seat Belts55

04Unknown Or Other23

05Power Train,engine21

453 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Expedition Fuel Economy

18–20mpg combined

16-17city

21-24hwy

$3,400-$3,750/yr

The 2019 Ford Expedition delivers 18 to 20 MPG combined across 4 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Expedition 2WD - Automatic (S10)

20mpg

3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

17 city24 hwy~$3,400/yr4/10 Average

Expedition 4WD - Automatic (S10)

19mpg

3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

17 city22 hwy~$3,550/yr3/10 Poor

Expedition MAX 2WD - Automatic (S10)

19mpg

3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

17 city23 hwy~$3,550/yr3/10 Poor

Expedition MAX 4WD - Automatic (S10)

18mpg

3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive

16 city21 hwy~$3,750/yr3/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2019 Ford Expedition

38States

36%in top 3

Texas has the most inventory at 22%, with options spread across 38 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

TXTexas

1,92922%

FLFlorida

7849%

GAGeorgia

4565%

MIMichigan

3294%

NCNorth Carolina

3254%

TNTennessee

3234%

OKOklahoma

2913%

PAPennsylvania

2753%

MOMissouri

2633%

CACalifornia

2623%

ILIllinois

2263%

DCWashington DC

2233%

COColorado

2203%

AZArizona

2152%

AR177

DE171

MN160

AL153

MD151

OH148

UT138

IN111

NE89

MS88

ID86

WA86

NY82

OR79

NH74

LA74

NV72

NJ69

WI64

KY62

IA60

VA51

MA50

NM49

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2019.

Buying a 2019 Ford Expedition?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2019 Ford Expedition a good car to buy?

The 2019 Ford Expedition has 4 recalls on record. There are 4 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is power train, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2019 Ford Expedition?

There are 4 documented recalls for the 2019 Ford Expedition. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2019 Ford Expedition?

Fuel economy ranges from 18 to 20 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $292 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2019 Ford Expedition?

POWER TRAIN is the number-one complaint area for the 2019 Ford Expedition, based on 453 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.