Does the 2016 Ford Expedition have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 Ford Expedition, the most recent reported on September 3, 2025 (Back over prevention: sensing system, camera). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford Expedition?

Owners have filed 217 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (37 complaints), followed by power train (36).

How many 2016 Ford Expedition complaints mention a crash or fire?

8 of 217 complaints report a crash and 8 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2016 Ford Expedition recalls and problems

3 recalls and 217 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Ford Expedition.

recalls

217

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2016 Ford Expedition recalls

Back over prevention: sensing system, camera

NHTSA campaign 25V572000 · reported September 3, 2025 · Ford Motor Company · 1,456,417 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
The risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.

Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system, fan/motor · Electrical system: wiring, interior/under dash

NHTSA campaign 22V648000 · reported August 26, 2022 · Ford Motor Company · 198,482 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front blower motor located behind the glove box may fail.
The risk: Front blower motor failure can increase the risk of a vehicle interior fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the front blower motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the second quarter of 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S56.

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, master cylinder · Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist

NHTSA campaign 22V150000 · reported March 11, 2022 · Ford Motor Company · 195,864 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and 2016-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
The risk: A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter notifying customers of the safety defect were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2022. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 20V-332. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S11.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine37
Power train36
Service brakes35
Electrical system33
Vehicle speed control20
Back over prevention19
Unknown or other18
Service brakes, hydraulic17
Fuel/propulsion system16
Visibility8

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 28, 2026 · Unknown or other
I brought my expedition in for recall 25V572, I brought it in and they said they had to run tests to see if it qualified, after testing they said that it qualified but that they didn't have the item in stock to make the repair, after several months, I called and they finally had the part to change out the camera…

Sep 17, 2026 · Visibility/wiper
2 separate ford dealerships have failed to solve my rear camera failure wasting about 12 hours of my time. The rear camera does fail to work quite often, but when in the dealer’s possession, they claim it’s working fine without showing any codes.

Aug 28, 2026 · Back over prevention · 160,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera would occasionally display a blank screen, while at other times a "Camera Not Available" warning message was displayed. The vehicle was taken…

Aug 26, 2026 · Power train
My 2016 Expedition has the same 6R80 transmission as the Ford F150, for which there is a recall for the Lead Frame. My wife was driving the vehicle on the highway and the check engine light came on and the vehicle went into "limp mode" causing the vehicle to decelerate to approximately 35 mph. Needless to say, she…

Jul 27, 2026 · Visibility · 120,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that the blower motor functioned intermittently, turning on and off unexpectedly. The contact stated that the A/C functioned as intended during the cooler months but was intermittently inoperable in the warmer months, requiring that the wires that were…

Expedition model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2013	0	92	3	3
2014	0	72	10	2
2015	3	164	8	6
2016	3	217	8	8
2017	4	357	21	7
2018	14	382	8	2
2019	11	522	8	3

Across all years, the 2000 Expedition has the most complaints (890). All Ford Expedition years →

Questions

Does the 2016 Ford Expedition have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 Ford Expedition, the most recent reported on September 3, 2025 (Back over prevention: sensing system, camera). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford Expedition?: Owners have filed 217 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (37 complaints), followed by power train (36).
How many 2016 Ford Expedition complaints mention a crash or fire?: 8 of 217 complaints report a crash and 8 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 28, 2026.