2019 Ford Expedition: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2019 Ford Expedition: 11 recalls, 510 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
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Recalls
11 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seats, Seats Vehicle recall #19V633000 · 2019 · 639,137 vehicles
What's wrong: Also included are certain 2020 Ford explorer and Lincoln aviator vehicles equipped with rear outboard seats and manual seat back recliner mechanisms. The recliner mechanisms May be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) numbers 202, "head restraints" and 207,…
Why it matters: A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism May have reduced strength and May not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019.
Suspension Vehicle recall #19V773000 · 2019 · 18 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear suspension toe link fasteners May not have been properly tightened to the frame, possibly allowing separation from the frame.
Why it matters: A disconnected toe link can cause a sudden change to vehicle handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the rear toe link fasteners, check and adjust the rear toe alignment, and inspect the rear tires for abnormal tire wear, replacing them if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began November 14, 2019.
Electrical, Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #20V263000 · 2020 · 10,460 vehicles
What's wrong: The "transmission not in park" warning message and associated chime duration are shorter than intended.
Why it matters: If the driver exits the vehicle without the transmission being shifted into park, unintended vehicle movement May result, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began May 26, 2020.
Equipment Vehicle recall #23V420000 · 2023 · 691,133 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: Without instructions, the head restraints May be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The 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.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #24V099000 · 2024 · 77,574 vehicles
What's wrong: The seat belt pretensioner in the driver and/or front passenger seat May inadvertently deploy and lock the seat belt, which will not allow the belt to retract or extend.
Why it matters: Seat belts that do not retract or extend May fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat belt retractors, as necessary. Additionally, dealers will install an HVAC drain tube elbow if it is missing. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 8, 2024.
Equipment Vehicle recall #24V852000 · 2024 · 27,678 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: 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.
The 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.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #25V197000 · 2025 · 112,951 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 22, 2025.
Electrical Vehicle recall #25V886000 · 2025 · 890 vehicles
What's wrong: The "transmission not in park" warning message and associated chime duration are shorter than intended.
Why it matters: If the driver exits the vehicle without the transmission being shifted into park, unintended vehicle movement May result, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the instrument cluster panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #26V344000 · 2026 · 419,967 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The 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.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #26V368000 · 2026 · 548,463 vehicles
What's wrong: The chrome plating on the center console May bubble and peel, resulting in sharp edges.
Why it matters: Vehicle occupants May contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing the risk of injury.
The 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.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #26V402000 · 2026 · 741,195 vehicles
What's wrong: The transmission park pawl May engage while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in park system damage.
Why it matters: Park system damage May result in a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, and inspect and replace any damaged transmission components as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 10, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available,…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 40 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (222): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (148), noise or vibration (65), warning light on (54).
- Engine (107): the most common themes are noise or vibration (49), warning light on (49).
- Seat belts (102): the most common themes are warning light on (33), fire / smoke (23).
- Other / unknown (47): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (8), noise or vibration (8).
The 2019 Ford Expedition has 510 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 36 Expedition model years for complaints (2.0× the average Expedition year). Complaints peaked in 2024 (138 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 72,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2018 (377 complaints, 14 recalls), 2020 (421 complaints, 18 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 22 | 19 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2019 Ford Expedition have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 vehicle recalls for the 2019 Ford Expedition. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2019 Ford Expedition problems?
Owners have filed 510 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (222), engine (107), seat belts (102).
What gas mileage does the 2019 Ford Expedition get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S10)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
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