2010 Ford Expedition: problems, recalls and reliability
0 recalls and 58 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is structure (18% of complaints); the 2009 model year looks more trouble-free.
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0
recalls
58
owner complaints
1
fire reports
60,000
typical failure mileage, mi
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Among the quietest Expedition years (#28 of 29 by complaints, age-adjusted)No recall campaigns1 fire report
Common problems
Computed from 58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
Structure (body, frame, doors, rust)18% · 9 complaints
Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)18% · 9 complaints
Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)16% · 8 complaints
Seats12% · 6 complaints
Engine (engine mechanics)6% · 3 complaints
Air Bags (airbags and crash sensors)6% · 3 complaints
“The transmission is malfunctioning. The shifting in the gears has become rough with kick or clunk feeling. This happens when increasing speed and decreasing speed. The Transmission has even gotten stuck in 2nd, and 4th gears. Our safety was at risk because when the gears were stuck the vehicle would not increase in speed, in the flow if traffic. The transmission has been inspected by 3 Transmission Mechanic shops, and has been confirmed by all 3. There have not been warning signs or lights on the dashboard to alert us of the problem. This appears to be random and out of the blue. The truck is available for inspection upon request.”Owner report · Power Train · Mar 2026
“Drivers side airbag did not deploy when the car was in an accident. The passenger side did even though there was no passenger. Both sensors went off.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Sep 2021
“I attempted to role my window up while driving and it stopped working. The window will not roll up or down and is stuck open. The motor makes a clicking sound. Window is not off track either.”Owner report · Electrical System · Sep 2019
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“Ok...I have had my truck for 3 years or so and recently the ac went out...I had everything replaced with brand new parts...& the ac still won't work...machine says the freon is full... But blows so hot good think you have the heater on...I have tried everything to fix it... And when I called the dealership I was told...several other fords same year were having the same issue... But there isn't a solution yet...so they couldn't help me fix the problem...”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · May 2018
“Expedition shut off randomly, took to dealer told was fine and 2 days later while my wife and 3 kids were driving. Engine failed while driving. No lights on dash or warning. Lost control of vehicle while driving at 30 miles and hour. Needs new engine. Ford is completely blowing this issue off. Major safety concern.”Owner report · Engine · Mar 2018
“Ford vehicle traveling at approximately 45 to 50 mph hits pickup truck broadside pushes truck at 45 degree angle about 25 feet. Damage to ford front bumper, fender and hood just off center of vehicle. No airbag deployment!”Owner report · Structure · Sep 2017
“Wipers and radio stop working while car is moving. Sometimes they do you never know when their not going to work.especially during a severe thunderstorm.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Jul 2017
“Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ford expedition. While driving 75 mph, the vehicle seized up without warning and would not accelerate. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 117,000.”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Mar 2017
“When we touch the brakes, from starting position or when in motion, the electrical components in the dash flash and flicker or turn off, the headlights turn off, there is a clicking noise in the doors, the windows won't roll up or down, the ac turns off, the radio turns off, and you can't switch gears (gear shift won't move). I'd need to upload a video for you to see it. It always happens when using the brakes and has been happening for over a year.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Aug 2016
“Vehicle started on its own without the ignition switch turned on. I was not able to get the car to stop running until I turned the ignition switch on and then back to off. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Mar 2015
When filing, owners marked a crash in 10 of these complaints and injuries in 13 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2010 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
Drive type4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Body stylesSport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
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Is the 2010 Ford Expedition reliable?
NHTSA has 58 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on record for the 2010 Ford Expedition. The most complained-about area is structure (18% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2010 Ford Expedition problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 60,000 miles or less.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.