The vehicle dossier US · 2023
2023 Ford
EXPEDITIONProblems & recalls
64 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Other components appears in 29 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.
01 / Owner-reported evidence
What owners reported.
Categories attached to 64 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.
See original component labels
These are reports made to NHTSA, not verified diagnoses. More reports can reflect more vehicles, more time on the road, or greater reporting activity.
The reporting timeline
When reports arrived.
Reports by year filed, not by the year a problem occurred. Showing the latest 4 years with reports.
38,000 miles is the median among 17 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 9,500–55,384 miles.
This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.
02 / Official safety campaigns
8 recall campaigns on file.
A campaign can cover only certain production dates or configurations. The count does not tell you whether an individual car has an open recall.
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:CENTER CONSOLECampaign 26V368000
Reported concern
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.
Manufacturer’s stated response
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.
Manufacturer campaign: 26S38
Read campaign 26V368000 at NHTSAVISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGESCampaign 26V204000
Reported concern
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.
Manufacturer’s stated response
Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2026. 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.
Manufacturer campaign: 26S24
Read campaign 26V204000 at NHTSAEXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTSCampaign 26V104000
Reported concern
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."
Manufacturer’s stated response
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.
Manufacturer campaign: 26C10
Read campaign 26V104000 at NHTSABACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARECampaign 25V315000
Reported concern
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.
Manufacturer’s stated response
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.
Manufacturer campaign: 25S49
Read campaign 25V315000 at NHTSASERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSCampaign 25V314000
Reported concern
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.
Manufacturer’s stated response
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.
Manufacturer campaign: 25S47
Read campaign 25V314000 at NHTSAEQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSCampaign 24V852000
Reported concern
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."
Manufacturer’s stated response
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.
Manufacturer campaign: 24C39
Read campaign 24V852000 at NHTSAEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUALCampaign 23V420000
Reported concern
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."
Manufacturer’s stated response
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.
Manufacturer campaign: 23C20
Read campaign 23V420000 at NHTSAPOWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLYCampaign 23V128000
Reported concern
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front axle pinion may not have been heat-treated, which can cause it to fracture.
Manufacturer’s stated response
Dealers will replace the front axle pinion gear set. If there is a broken front axle pinion, the entire axle assembly will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S07.
Manufacturer campaign: 23S07
Read campaign 23V128000 at NHTSA03 / The manufacturer’s record
Instructions. Updates. Responses.
161 distinct communications list this model-year. Showing the latest 12. A matching model-year does not establish that every engine, trim or reported symptom is covered.
SSM 55100For Various Ford and Lincoln vehicles, if diagnostics lead to the replacement of the front seat cushion cover J-clips, lower-level service parts are now available. Use service part W709919-S901 if the J-clip is completely detac…NHTSA ID 11036530
For Various Ford and Lincoln vehicles, if diagnostics lead to the replacement of the front seat cushion cover J-clips, lower-level service parts are now available. Use service part W709919-S901 if the J-clip is completely detached from the seat cover and W715386-S424 if the clip is still partially attached. It is not necessary to replace the seat cover if only the J-clip is separating from the cover. Refer to PTS Home > Technical Assistance > Technical Support Videos > Section 501- Body and Paint > Seat J-Clips. For claiming, use causal parts from list below and labor operations 63100A and 63100A5. Causal Parts for claiming: Bronco/Bronco Sport/Escape/Explorer/Expedition/Navigator: 7862900 or 7862901 F-150/F-Super Duty: 1562900 or 1562901 Ranger/Maverick: 6062900 or 6062901
Components: SEATS · UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036530 at NHTSATSB 26-2366Some vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a condition where certain devices built on the Android OS platform (including Voxx rear seat entertainment system) indicate they are connected to the vehicles Wi-Fi…NHTSA ID 11036266
Some vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a condition where certain devices built on the Android OS platform (including Voxx rear seat entertainment system) indicate they are connected to the vehicles Wi-Fi hotspot, but internet performance is degraded. Symptoms may include no internet access, intermittent connectivity, and/or limited/very low streaming capability. Some websites/apps may partially load while others do not load at all, despite showing Connected. This may be due to the telematics control unit (TCU) software.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036266 at NHTSASSM 55031Some 2021-2026 Ford/Lincoln vehicles may exhibit various symptoms including but not limited to the auto start/stop system not operating as intended with a "Check Charging System" message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) wh…NHTSA ID 11035269
Some 2021-2026 Ford/Lincoln vehicles may exhibit various symptoms including but not limited to the auto start/stop system not operating as intended with a "Check Charging System" message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) while the charging system is operating properly with no charging related diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) stored. This may be due to someone using an aftermarket programmer to change the body control module (BCM) configuration to disable the auto start/stop system or perform other unsupported programming modifications. To correct this condition on F-150 and Bronco vehicles, download and run the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) application titled "BCM-Charging System Configuration Correction". Running this application will determine if the BCM configuration was modified by the customer and if so, provide the option to return the configuration back to factory settings. For other vehicle models exhibiting concerns related to unsupported aftermarket BCM programming, submit a Technical Support Request (TSR) requesting support to revert the BCM configuration
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11035269 at NHTSASSM 55028Some 2021-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an "Updating SYNC" message on the vehicle center display screen after an over the air (OTA) update. The message can be cleared from the center display screen and SYNC can be …NHTSA ID 11035267
Some 2021-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an "Updating SYNC" message on the vehicle center display screen after an over the air (OTA) update. The message can be cleared from the center display screen and SYNC can be used normally, but it will re-appear at every subsequent ignition cycle. Inform customers that engineering is currently working on a software update solution for this condition to be delivered OTA expected in late Q3 2026. Software will update automatically if vehicle connectivity is enabled in the vehicles settings. Monitor Professional Technician System (PTS) for additional information.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11035267 at NHTSA26E04NEW VEHICLE DELIVERY HOLD - Emissions Recall 26E04 Certain 2021-2025 Model Year F-150, Maverick, Mustang, Ranger, Expedition, Bronco Sport, Explorer, Bronco, Navigator, and Aviator Vehicles Powertrain Control Module Software Up…NHTSA ID 11035465
NEW VEHICLE DELIVERY HOLD - Emissions Recall 26E04 Certain 2021-2025 Model Year F-150, Maverick, Mustang, Ranger, Expedition, Bronco Sport, Explorer, Bronco, Navigator, and Aviator Vehicles Powertrain Control Module Software Update
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11035465 at NHTSATSB 26-2309This bulletin supersedes 26-2241. Reason For Update: update the parts list to correct the claim quantity of the part number JB3Z-4B496-B from 3 to 6. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least…NHTSA ID 11034224
This bulletin supersedes 26-2241. Reason For Update: update the parts list to correct the claim quantity of the part number JB3Z-4B496-B from 3 to 6. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: * Harsh 3-4, 4-5 upshifts * Harsh 5-3, 4-3 downshifts * Harsh reverse engagements These symptoms may be worse when cold. This may be due to the F clutch friction plates brinelling into the clutch and planetary container cylinder (7B177).
Components: POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11034224 at NHTSATSB 26-2297Some of the vehicles listed in the model statement above equipped with SYNC4 may experience a blank center display screen or black center display after welcome animation. The rear-view camera will still function when shifting t…NHTSA ID 11034134
Some of the vehicles listed in the model statement above equipped with SYNC4 may experience a blank center display screen or black center display after welcome animation. The rear-view camera will still function when shifting the vehicle to reverse under these conditions.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11034134 at NHTSAITRM-26.B04 Expedition26C10 Recall remedy -Addresses instances where the trailer lights and trailer brakes may not functionNHTSA ID 11033811
26C10 Recall remedy -Addresses instances where the trailer lights and trailer brakes may not function
Campaign / software reference: ITRM-26.B04
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EXTERIOR LIGHTING · SERVICE BRAKES. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11033811 at NHTSASSM 54906Some 2022-2023 Expedition vehicles equipped with a 15-inch multi-function display (minor feature code HJGAY) may exhibit an incorrectly sized image displayed on the 360-degree camera after updating the imaging processing module…NHTSA ID 11033777
Some 2022-2023 Expedition vehicles equipped with a 15-inch multi-function display (minor feature code HJGAY) may exhibit an incorrectly sized image displayed on the 360-degree camera after updating the imaging processing module A (IPMA) software and/or replacing the IPMA module. To correct this condition, download and run the "IPMA - Processing Module A (IPMA) 360 View Camera Configuration" application using the latest software level of the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) scan tool. If the incorrectly sized image displayed on the 360-degree camera is still present, continue with normal diagnostics and repair as necessary outside of this article. Refer to the Workshop Manual, Section 413-13B > Parking Aid - Vehicles With: Parking Aid Camera > Diagnosis and Testing. For claiming, use causal part 14G647 and labor operations 12651D and 12651D4. <br /><br /> To confirm if a vehicle is built with minor feature code HJGAY, review the build information by double-clicking the vehicle identification number (VIN) in the upper left corner in the Professional Technician System (PTS).
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11033777 at NHTSASSM 54905Some 2022-2024 Expedition equipped with driver's assistance package (minor feature codes DBCBB or DBCBC) may exhibit various driver assistance feature warning messages displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with variou…NHTSA ID 11033776
Some 2022-2024 Expedition equipped with driver's assistance package (minor feature codes DBCBB or DBCBC) may exhibit various driver assistance feature warning messages displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with various invalid data/lost communication diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) stored in the power steering control module (PSCM) and/or anti-lock brake (ABS) module. To correct this condition, download and run the "IPMA - Image Processing Module A (IMPA) Software Update" application using the latest software level of the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS). For claiming, use causal part 14G647 and labor operation MT14G647SSM up to 1.0 hours. <br /><br /> If the IPMA is failing to communicate, download and run the "IPMA - Image Processing Module A (IPMA) Recovery" application in the FDRS scan tool. Select and run the IPMA Recovery Flash Erase option from the menu. Once communication has been restored with the IPMA, download and run the "IPMA - Image Processing Module (IPMA) Alignment" application in the FDRS and download and run the "IPMA - Image Processing Module A (IPMA) Software
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11033776 at NHTSAECG-26.2.11.4.1 ExpeditioQuality improvements include: - Enhanced system performance, disk usage limits and memory monitoringNHTSA ID 11033548
Quality improvements include: - Enhanced system performance, disk usage limits and memory monitoring
Campaign / software reference: ECG-26.2.11.4.1
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11033548 at NHTSASYNC-26.2.8.3 ExpeditionQuality improvements include: -Privacy robustness updates -Resolves various user interface and data display bugs within the Towing menuNHTSA ID 11033556
Quality improvements include: -Privacy robustness updates -Resolves various user interface and data display bugs within the Towing menu
Campaign / software reference: SYNC-26.2.8.3
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11033556 at NHTSARecords below contain the NHTSA bulk summary unless a document-reviewed explainer is linked. A service bulletin is not a safety recall or a promise of a free repair. Records may be revised or superseded; verify the current document with the manufacturer.
04 / Agency investigations
Official inquiries.
An investigation is an inquiry into a potential concern. Its presence does not establish a defect, and a closed case does not certify a car’s condition.
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