Structure: center console
Remedy pending
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.
Research · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD · 2 NHTSA variants
2022 Ford ExpeditionRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls and 116 owner complaints for the 2022 Ford Expedition. Most complaints involve electrical system (20) and forward collision avoidance (17). The EPA rates it 17–19 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
Combined MPG
17–19mpg
EPA · 6 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
12campaigns
Latest Jun 2026
Owner complaints
116
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$3,400est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
12 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN
Seat belts: pretensioner
Remedy pending
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.
Visibility: windshield wiper
Free remedy
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2022-2023 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, and F-600 SD vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
116 complaints filed with NHTSA · Aug 2022 – Oct 2026
- Electrical system20
- Forward collision avoidance17
- Power train15
- Structure13
- Engine11
- Vehicle speed control8
- Fuel/propulsion system7
- Fuel system, gasoline7
- Lane departure6
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
By model year
Complaints for each Expedition model year we’ve synced.
View as table
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 868 |
| 1998 | 851 |
| 1999 | 970 |
| 2000 | 942 |
| 2001 | 609 |
| 2002 | 383 |
| 2003 | 655 |
| 2004 | 297 |
| 2005 | 315 |
| 2006 | 299 |
| 2007 | 215 |
| 2008 | 146 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 58 |
| 2011 | 71 |
| 2012 | 118 |
| 2013 | 92 |
| 2014 | 72 |
| 2015 | 164 |
| 2016 | 217 |
| 2017 | 358 |
| 2018 | 383 |
| 2019 | 521 |
| 2020 | 426 |
| 2021 | 241 |
| 2022 | 116 |
| 2023 | 65 |
| 2024 | 79 |
| 2025 | 38 |
| 2026 | 10 |
- Crashes reported
- 4
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 10
- Deaths reported
- 0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Electrical system
20 reports
““This vehicle is experiencing an intermittent complete loss of power while being operated. It has now happened multiple times, including twice within one week after the vehicle was in your shop for 30 days. I have children in this vehicle. I am requesting that this be treated as a safety-related defect and escalated to Ford engineering”
Forward collision avoidance
17 reports1 crash
“ABS break lights and Service Advanced Trac lights flashing and beeping. Eventually Break fluid low lights came on and car would not break when driving . Leaked break fluid on driveway. Car was unable to be driven, no breaks .all happened very quickly and without any reason .i had it towed to a break mechanic and he said it was the ABS modular break line that was broken and there was no more break fluid and it had leaked out . He suggested I send it to the dealership. It sounds like the exact same issue as the recall # 25S47 on campaign 25V314 but my vin number does not fall under they but shows it is the same Kentucky plant and year so I do believe it is the same issue”
Power train
15 reports
“The contact owns a 2022 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, the transmission was sticking. The failure was a recurring failure. The dealer was contacted, and the vehicle received a software update; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
6 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl turbo
- Transmissions
- Automatic (S10)
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition 2WD Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, Turbo, SIDI; Stop-Start · Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,400 | 462 |
| Expedition 2WD Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, Turbo, SIDI · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,400 | 468 |
| Expedition 4WD Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, Turbo, SIDI; Stop-Start · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,550 | 484 |
| Expedition 4WD Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, Turbo, SIDI · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,550 | 494 |
| Expedition Timberline AWD Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, Turbo, SIDI · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 17 | $3,800 | 523 |
| Expedition Timberline AWD Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, Turbo, SIDI; Stop-Start · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 19 | 17 | $3,800 | 523 |
- 19mpg comb.
- 19mpg comb.
- 18mpg comb.
- 18mpg comb.
- 17mpg comb.
- Expedition Timberline AWDAuto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, Turbo, SIDI; Stop-Start16 city · 19 hwy · $3,800/yr17mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
4 tested variants
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5Ford Expedition SUV 4WD
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 19.1%
Overall
5 / 5
Ford Expedition SUV 2WD
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 3 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 21.2%
Overall
5 / 5
Ford Expedition EL SUV 4WD
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 19.1%
Overall
5 / 5
Ford Expedition EL SUV 2WD
- Frontal crash
- 5 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 3 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 21.2%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 28, 2026Vehicle 16380Vehicle 16338Vehicle 16381
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2022 Expedition questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Ford Expedition have?
12 safety recalls as of Oct 28, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
What are the most common 2022 Ford Expedition problems?
Owners filed 116 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (20), forward collision avoidance (17), power train (15). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2022 Ford Expedition get?
The EPA rates the 2022 Ford Expedition at 17–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (6 versions rated).
How safe is the 2022 Ford Expedition?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2022 Ford Expedition 5 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026