The 2020 Ford Expedition has a elevated safety risk profile with 5 recall campaigns and 367 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

367

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

20V5740002020-23-09

SEAT BELTS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Expedition vehicles. The seat belt tension sensor may incorrectly classify a child occupant as an adult.

In the event of a crash, the incorrect classification would enable the passenger air bag to deploy instead of disabling it, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

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20V2170002020-16-04

SEAT BELTS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Expedition vehicles. The front passenger seatbelt buckle's Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) may malfunction and may result in the seat occupant being misclassified.

In the event of a crash, the restraint system may not provide the intended level of protection, increasing the risk of injury.

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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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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

Across 1 model years, 367 owners have filed complaints about the 2020 Ford Expedition. POWER TRAIN issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Power Train173

02Unknown Or Other32

03Seat Belts17

04Power Train,engine17

05Engine13

367 total across 1 model years (2020–2020)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Expedition Fuel Economy

18–19mpg combined

16-17city

21-23hwy

$3,550-$3,750/yr

Across 4 configurations, the 2020 Ford Expedition returns 18–19 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Expedition 2WD - Automatic (S10)

19mpg

3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

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

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 2020 Ford Expedition

38States

36%in top 3

22% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 38 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

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 2020.

2020 Ford Expedition Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2020 Ford Expedition a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2020 Ford Expedition. There are 5 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2020 Ford Expedition?

NHTSA shows 5 recall campaigns for the 2020 Ford Expedition. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2020 Ford Expedition?

You'll get between 18 and 19 MPG combined from the 2020 Ford Expedition, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2020 Ford Expedition?

POWER TRAIN problems top the list with 367 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.