The 2020 Ford Expedition has a elevated safety risk profile with 2 recall campaigns and 339 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

339

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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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 339 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 Train163

02Unknown Or Other28

03Power Train,engine16

04Seat Belts15

05Engine12

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

Ford Expedition Fuel Economy

18–19mpg combined

16-17city

21-23hwy

$2,300-$2,450/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~$2,300/yr3/10 Poor

Expedition 4WD - Automatic (S10)

19mpg

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

17 city22 hwy~$2,300/yr3/10 Poor

Expedition MAX 2WD - Automatic (S10)

19mpg

3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

17 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr3/10 Poor

Expedition MAX 4WD - Automatic (S10)

18mpg

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

16 city21 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2020 Ford Expedition

40States

36%in top 3

23% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 40 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

TXTexas

2,01923%

FLFlorida

6968%

GAGeorgia

4085%

MIMichigan

3204%

NCNorth Carolina

3204%

OKOklahoma

3003%

MOMissouri

2973%

TNTennessee

2783%

CACalifornia

2783%

PAPennsylvania

2503%

COColorado

2373%

AZArizona

2313%

ILIllinois

2152%

ARArkansas

1872%

DCWashington DC

1732%

UT164

AL162

DE158

OH148

MN138

IN124

MD119

OR112

WA109

ID88

NY84

NJ80

NE77

MS76

KY74

IA71

NH71

LA70

WI60

MA58

VA58

NV57

KS50

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 2 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 2 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 339 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.