AI Damage2019 Ford Expedition: common problems
Owners of the 2019 Ford Expedition filed 517 complaints with NHTSA, most often about powertrain and seat belts. The maker issued 138 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 517
- involving a crash
- 8
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 138
What fails most often
- 1 Powertrain 43% of all complaints
- 2 Seat belts 21% of all complaints
- 3 Engine 21% of all complaints
- 4 Engine and cooling 6% of all complaints
- 5 Air bags 5% of all complaints
- 6 Electrical system 3% of all complaints
- 7 Structure 3% of all complaints
- 8 Suspension 3% of all complaints
- Powertrain: 221 complaints (43% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 34.
- Seat belts: 109 complaints (21% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner.
- Engine: 108 complaints (21% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 2.
- Engine and cooling: 31 complaints (6% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 23.
- Air bags: 25 complaints (5% of all), 2 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 1.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 3.5 L · petrol · turbo · 6 cylnamed in 4 complaints
- automatic, 10-speed
Drive: RWD, 4WD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 517 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | 221 | 1 | 34 |
| Seat belts | 109 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 108 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine and cooling | 31 | 0 | 23 |
| Air bags | 25 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 17 | 0 | 40 |
| Structure | 16 | 1 | 8 |
| Suspension | 14 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 13 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 9 | 0 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 8 | 2 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 6 | 0 | 7 |
| Visibility | 6 | 0 | 3 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
I was in a collision and the whole front end was crushed but the airbags did not deploy
A police report was filed, and the report stated that the driver of the 2019 Ford Expedition advised that the vehicle crashed into the contact's vehicle due to brake failure. The other driver sustained unknown injuries and was also transported to the hospital by ambulance. No further information was available.
During the test drive, I heard a rattling noise at startup and was told by my salesperson, Derrick, that it was just a “cold start.” I was shown a CarFax report claiming no recalls or major repairs. I later discovered this was false.
Seatbelt locked and air bags NEVER deployed. Ford dealership and insurance company very very suprised that given impact, speed, etc airbags never went off. Also emergency braking system did give collision detection warning and then seemed to entirely take over braking as I attempted to brake very hard nothing seemed…
As a result, the contact lost consciousness, causing the vehicle to collide with a tree. Fortunately, the contact did not sustain any additional injuries. No police report was filed. The contact was able to drive away from the accident scene and personally repair the vehicle.
My wife was driving home from work and when she went to stop at an intersection, the brakes failed to engage. She stated she pushed the brake to the floor and the car would not stop. We were on the phone when this occurred. She suddenly said she got into an accident as her car would not stop.
The contact son was occupying the front passenger seat but the seat belt failed to retract. There were no warning lights illuminated. The steering wheel air bag struck the driver in the mouth. The passenger had scratches, but medical attention was not provided. A police report was filed. There was no reported fire.
While driving my 2019 Ford Expedition on the interstate at approximately 75 mph, the driver side seatbelt suddenly and unexpectedly locked up and forcefully retracted without warning.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 100 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (top 5% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Expedition has 165 complaints (12 years in the data). This year has 517, above average.
What to check before buying
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Seat belts. Belt pretensioners after airbag deployment, SRS codes.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Advance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines…
Advance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Rear View Camera Replacement If Required After Dealer Evaluation
- This article supersedes TSB 24-2165 to update the TSB Service Procedure
Some vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit various SYNC performance related concerns including but not limited to: Display operation concerns Navigation inoperative Voice recognition concerns …
- Some 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes…
Some 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 and/or P0025. Pinpoint test HK in…
- Reason for update
update the Part List Description and Labor Times Description Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: * Harsh engagement * Delayed engagement *…
- On your vehicle, the OBD monitoring system for the catalytic converter may not be operating as intended
The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may illuminate on the instrument panel even though a catalytic converter repair may not be necessary.
- Certain 2018-2021 Model Year Expedition Vehicles equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost Engine Powertrain Control…
Certain 2018-2021 Model Year Expedition Vehicles equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost Engine Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Reprograming
- Some 2018-2024 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with 22 inch wheels, may exhibit an increased level…
Some 2018-2024 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with 22 inch wheels, may exhibit an increased level of vibrations which can be felt while driving on a smooth road at speeds at or above 75 mph (120 km/h). Pinpoint…
- Reason for update
update the Part List and Service Procedure Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: * Harsh engagement * Delayed engagement * Harsh shift * Delayed…
- "Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions
• Harsh engagement • Delayed engagement • Harsh shift • Delayed shift • Illuminated MIL with DTCs P0751, P0752, P0756, P0757, P0761, P0762, P0766, P0767, P0771, P0772, P2700, P2701, P2702, P2703, P2704, P2705, P2707…
- Some 2017-2025 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a 10R60/10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100 transmission may…
Some 2017-2025 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a 10R60/10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100 transmission may exhibit a whine noise at idle and/or while driving.
- While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal…
While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While performing a transmission repair on some…
- 2018-2022 Expedition/Navigator "Park Brake Limited Function Service Required" Message In The IPC
NHTSA lists 138 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Expedition?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: powertrain, seat belts, engine. Total complaints: 517. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: warning lights, check engine (29%), knocking, grinding or other noise (23%), seat belts (21%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2019 Ford Expedition?
NHTSA lists 138 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2019 Ford Expedition from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2019 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.