2022 Ford Expedition: What to check before buying

Owners have filed 106 complaints with NHTSA about this car, most about the electrical, transmission, and body and structure. The 9 checks below target those problems, in the order you would do them at the car.

2022

Owner complaints: 106
Recalls: 12
Crashes reported: 4; 10 injuries
Reliability: Good; 61/100 on Auto Reliability Index

Your inspection sheet

Tick items off on your phone at the car, or print it. Ticks stay on this device.

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Paperwork and questions

Before you go, or before you touch the car0/2

01Confirm the 12 recalls listed below show as completed for this VIN. A Ford dealer can look them up for free.
02Run the VIN for open recalls and confirm each repair is finished, not waiting on parts.

Walk-around and cabin

Engine off, key in hand0/2

03Play every audio source at moderate volume and listen for static, popping, or volume controls that stop responding.
04Open the liftgate and inspect the roof above the spoiler for dents, holes, or cracks.

Cold start, engine bay, and underside

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05Watch the dash at startup for front camera fault, pre-collision assist, or blind spot warnings.
06Start the engine cold, shift into reverse and drive, and feel for delayed engagement or a slam into gear.
07Check under the front of the engine bay for brake fluid leaks and confirm the pedal stays firm.
08Press on the passenger side carpet for dampness and sniff the vents for mildew at startup.

Test drive

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09Set adaptive cruise on the highway and confirm it holds the set speed without jumping higher.

These checks are specific to this model year. For tires, body panels, fluids, and the other basics every used car needs, use the general inspection guide.

Which Expedition is it?

EPA figures for each version of the 2022 Ford Expedition. Use them to confirm you are looking at the version that was advertised, and as a yardstick on the test drive.

Version	Drive	EPA rating
3.5L 6-cyl	4WD, RWD	18–19 mpg

Reset the trip computer at the start of the drive. A Expedition that averages well under the EPA 18 mpg combined on a mixed route may have an engine or tire problem.

Check the odometer against these mileages

Owners report these failures starting around the mileages below. A car inside one of these ranges deserves a closer look at that part, or records showing it was already fixed.

Liftgate spoiler damaging roof
19,000–40,000 miles

0 mi25k50k

Why these checks: what owners reported

NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Ford Expedition, grouped by the part owners named. Open a row to read what goes wrong.

Electrical17No crashes
The audio system can suddenly blast static, popping, or white noise at full volume while the controls stop responding. In some cases the noise keeps going after the engine is shut off, and three people report ear injuries. Driver-assist features also fail. Front camera fault warnings disable pre-collision assist and adaptive cruise, and blind spot sensors quit because of corroded connector pins. Repeat dealer visits often leave the problem unfixed. Other reports include a blank center screen or instrument panel, rear defrost lines coming loose, and an alternator failure that cut power while driving.
Transmission14No crashes
Shifting turns harsh and erratic, most often when the transmission is cold. After a shift into reverse or drive, the vehicle can hesitate or act as if it is in neutral, then slam into gear. Violent downshifts also hit at normal speeds, and one transmission dropped into neutral on the highway. Fluid changes, a torque converter replacement, and software updates often fail to stop it. Complaints start as early as 319 miles. Some owners also report the SUV surging forward after engaging gear, plus a fuel pump failure that cut power in highway traffic.
Body and structure10No crashes
The rear spoiler strikes the roof when the liftgate opens, especially in freezing weather or with snow on the vehicle. Owners hear cracking, then find a fractured spoiler and a dent or hole in the roof that can let moisture in. These reports cluster between 19,000 and 40,000 miles, and owners report being refused coverage. Trim also detaches at highway speed, including the sunroof windscreen and the roof rail trim. Smaller complaints cover a leaking moonroof seal and a moldy smell from the vents.
Fuel system9No crashes
Most complaints are about waiting rather than breakdowns. Owners hold fuel system recall notices but say dealers have no parts for the repair months after notification. Some are afraid to drive the vehicle in the meantime. Real failures do appear: hesitation when accelerating, a stall at 30 mph with no warning light, and a sudden loss of power after which the engine would not restart. In that last case the dealer found a failed fuel pump module and a battery that needed replacing.
Shuddering that feels like the engine is about to die is the main symptom here, and owners tie it to the low pressure fuel pump. Every complaint centers on a recall repair that owners say has no parts available, with waits of more than 7 months. One owner whose pump failed outright was charged for the repair and refused a rental until a recall fix exists. Drivers say this leaves them in a vehicle they consider unsafe, with no timeline.
Brakes81 crash
The brake pedal can drop to the floor without warning when a rubber brake line bursts and the fluid drains out. One such failure ended in a low-speed crash. Several complaints center on a brake line recall notice, with owners describing parts delays or a certified used vehicle sold before the repair was done. Other reports describe sudden hard braking with no driver input and cruise control off, a trailer brake controller that does not apply trailer brakes from the pedal, and a persistent squeal when stopping.
Acceleration and cruise control71 crash
Adaptive cruise control raises speed on its own. Owners describe the set speed jumping to 88 or 90 mph, or climbing 15 to 30 mph over the setting on hills or when another car passes. In rain, it can accelerate toward slowing traffic until the driver brakes. One crash report describes the SUV lurching forward while stopped in traffic, with the engine racing even as both feet pressed the brake. Front camera faults also disable cruise and pre-collision assist, and repeated dealer software reloads have not fixed them.
Wipers and visibility4No crashes
The driver's side wiper can come loose and hang off the windshield, leaving no working wiper in heavy rain. An owner holding a visibility recall notice reports the repair part is not yet available. Water also collects in the passenger side wheel well, bringing a mildew smell when the A/C first runs and concern about wiring under the carpet. The sunroof glass can burst with a gunshot-like bang while driving. A dealer refused warranty coverage on that sunroof, saying an object hit the glass.
Engine31 crash
Unintended acceleration with the brake pressed is the gravest report here. The SUV lurched forward from a stop and hit another car at about 41,000 miles, and four people from that car went to the hospital. The engine also stalls now and then when stopped in traffic after longer drives, and restarting requires shifting into park. No fix has been offered. Another complaint describes a high-pitched noise from underneath and heavy shaking at about 50 mph on a vehicle with 1,000 miles.

In owners' own words

Excerpts from complaints Expedition owners filed with NHTSA, as written. Listen for the same symptoms on your test drive.

Electrical

My vehicle doesn’t alert me of incoming vehicles and the reverse camera stays on. When I turn on my vehicle the dash stays on with ford sign so when I put on reverse my back up camera doesn’t turn on at all. I have to use all my mirrors to back out of parking. This feature hasn’t been working properly for a year. They keep telling me ford is working to fix this issue.

Filed with NHTSA, November 2024

Electrical

The audio system has become inoperable and instead the speakers are blasting static noise with crackling and popping sounds at high volume. Cannot stop it or use any other audio. Very unsafe to drive due to extreme noise level and lack of controls. Appears many people have this issue and there needs to be a recall to fix.

Filed with NHTSA, February 2025

Transmission

While the vehicle is in 2 wheel high, it operates as all the hubs are locked or there is a severe transmission issue. On turns which causes safety issues when trying to navigate corners. My wife hit a curb because of the issue. It causes a severe drag and terrible sound. It also has extremely rough shifting. We had a 2019 Navigator with the same drivetrain that had issues that eventually had to have the motor replaced with less than 10,000 miles.

Filed with NHTSA, September 2023

Transmission

While transmission is cold. You can start to back up into the street and will come to a complete stop half in the road and half out. Like as if it were in neutral. Then I violently slams back into reverse. From there once it in drive. It will skip gear and slam into a lower gear. The car will also come to a complete stop like in reversing when in drive from a cold starting position.

Filed with NHTSA, February 2026

How the 2022 compares with other Expedition years

Complaints for this year next to the average for the other model years, area by area.

The 2022 ranks fifth for owner complaints among 9 Expedition years, well under the average of the others. Newer years have had less time to collect complaints, so compare like with like.

2022 Average of other years

Electrical1713
Transmission1483
Body and structure104
Fuel system91
Brakes83
Acceleration and cruise control72

Where the 2022 fits in the Expedition's history

Redesigns and mid-cycle updates change what can go wrong.

The 2022 is the fifth model year of the Expedition's fourth generation (2018–2024).

Recalls to confirm (12)

Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer, but the seller may never have had them done. Check each campaign number against the VIN.

26V368000Body and structureJun 2026
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.
Risk: Vehicle occupants may contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the center consoles as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 16, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S38. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 10, 2026.
26V344000Seat beltsMay 2026
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.
Risk: Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 8, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in August 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S34. This recall replaces and expands previous NHTSA recalls 24V099 and 25V197. Vehicles previously inspected or repaired under the prior recalls will need the new repair completed.
26V204000Wipers and visibilityMar 2026
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.
Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed April 16, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S24.Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 1, 2026.
26V104000ElectricalFeb 2026
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.".
Risk: Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
25V729000Wipers and visibilityOct 2025
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, 2021-2023 F-150, 2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.
Risk: A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 30, 2025.
25V455000Fuel systemJul 2025
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.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 16, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated 2nd Quarter 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
25V314000BrakesMay 2025
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Navigator and Expedition vehicles. The front brake lines may contact the engine air cleaner outlet pipe and become damaged, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak and reduced brake function.
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the front brake line and replace the brake line or air cleaner outlet pipe, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S47.
25V315000Backup cameraMay 2025
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
25V132000ElectricalFeb 2025
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-193. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.
Risk: Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.
24V852000EquipmentNov 2024
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection.".
Risk: Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
23V420000EquipmentJun 2023
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with third-row seating; and 2019-2023 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCab vehicles. The owner's manual does not include instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints.".
Risk: Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Ford will mail the Owner's Manual addendums that describe how to adjust and remove the head restraints for the center seating positions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C20.
22V193000ElectricalMar 2022
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.
Risk: Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S17.

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Ratings describe an undamaged 2022 Ford Expedition. A car with poorly repaired crash damage may not protect you the same way, so check the VIN report for accidents.