2015 Ford Expedition Problems
Owner-reported complaints filed with NHTSA, grouped by component
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What this page shows
Everything below is an owner-reported complaint submitted to NHTSA about the 2015 Ford Expedition, grouped by the component NHTSA recorded on the report. These are not confirmed defects, and they are not recalls. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a category with more reports in it is not evidence that a part is defective.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Reports by component
Ranked by how many owner reports name each component category
- Electrical4521.7%
- Engine3215.5%
- Driver assistance3215.5%
- Powertrain (other)2914.0%
- Fuel system2210.6%
- Visibility199.2%
- Brakes94.3%
- Body & structure83.9%
- Airbags52.4%
- Interior & seats21.0%
- Steering21.0%
- Other / unspecified10.5%
- Seat belts10.5%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Each component in detail
What the reports in each category say, in the owners' own words
Electrical
Reports naming the electrical system — wiring, battery, charging, control modules, infotainment and electrical accessories.
From owner reports, verbatim
There is a loud sound coming from behind the glove box when the heater is going. This issue was recalled in 2023 but it has returned.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the rearview camera failed to activate while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure obstructed the driver's visibility, which prevented the driver from safely operating the vehicle, especially during hot weather. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, the contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped at a traffic light or stop sign, the running boards moved independently. Occasionally, while exiting the vehicle, the running boards opened halfway. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 124,000.
Engine
Reports naming the engine itself — including stalling, misfires, oil consumption, cooling and internal engine components.
From owner reports, verbatim
Driving at 58 mph with cruise on, using the cruise - button to reduce speed to 50 the vehicle drastically downshifted causing the engine to over-rev and ultimately caused catastrophic engine failure, a blown engine.
My 2015 Ford Expedition needs to added to the recall 22S56. I just paid $1,200 to have that part fixed cause it burnt up. Replaced the front blower motor assembly. My husband burnt his hand on the wire exposed under the dash then the mechanic said the blower motor has burnt up the components around it. The fan, motor, control, and wire assembly all was burnt up. Ford needs to be made to include my vehicle in their recall as that vehicle year, model, plant made in and date made all match.
Driver assistance
Reports naming forward-collision avoidance, lane keeping, back-over prevention, cruise control and related electronic driver-assistance systems.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera displayed the message "Camera Unavailable - Please Contact Dealer" was displayed. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle remained at the residence. A dealer was contacted and asked the contact if another recall letter had been sent. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 159,722.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while reversing, the message "Back Up Camera Unavailable - Contact Dealer" was displayed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
Powertrain (other)
Powertrain reports that are not specifically the engine or transmission — driveshafts, axles, transfer cases and differentials.
From owner reports, verbatim
I am driving a 2015 Ford Expedition that utilizes the 6R80 transmission. I am actively experiencing the severe, dangerous highway downshifting failure described in Ford's F-150 safety recall. The truck is throwing codes P0705, P0706, and P0707. My car will go into limp-mode and lose acceleration while driving, light up the wrench and stop displaying the gear and idle high and accelerate at half the speed. When I turn my car off, it will not turn back on until the engine has cooled off.
Issue I’m having with my 2015 Ford expedition Limited, is on multiple occasions when I’m at highway speeds my vehicle downshifts and decelerates. While im driving through the city streets, my vehicle downshifts randomly and does not upshift. On these occasions I’ve had to safely pull over and turn my vehicle off and on. Doing so resolves the problem for about 10 miles, and then back to the same issue.
Fuel system
Reports naming fuel storage or delivery — tanks, pumps, lines, injectors and fuel leaks.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the failure persisted. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the throttle body. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was towed back to an independent mechanic, who again diagnosed a failure with the throttle body. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 145,781.
transmission cooler lines snapped at 60mph. no crash able to get suv on side of road. transmission is totaled needs replaced. repairs are underway at ford dealership in groveport ohio. milage of failure around 101100 miles on the odometer. rust metal fatigue are the cause of what transpired. cost of repairs at this moment is around 9 grand.
Visibility
Reports naming windshields, glass, wipers, defrosters and mirrors.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V648000 (Visibility, Electrical System). The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, with the A/C activated, the vents stopped blowing air. The contact unplugged the pig tail off the resistor under the passenger’s side dashboard. The contact stated that the pig tail was red hot and burned. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the motor blower needed to be replaced; however, the failure persisted. The failure mileage was 244,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V648000 (Visibility, Electrical System). The contact stated that the A/C had stopped working as intended. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the A/C seat and throttle body plugs were replaced previously due to overheating. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the wiring harness pigtails needed to be replaced but were not covered under the recall associated with the VIN. The contact was informed by the local dealer that the wiring harness pigtail needed to be replaced prior to the recall repair or the failure listed in the recall could occur. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 175,000.
Brakes
Reports naming service brakes, the antilock braking system, brake hoses, master cylinders or the parking brake.
From owner reports, verbatim
For the second time the front brake calipers on my 2015 Ford Expedition have locked up causing premature brake pad and rotor failures, causing the rotors to turn blue because they got so hot, therefore causing my brakes to fade and coast into the intersection. (No accidents yet). First repair was done at a reputable shop under an extended warranty, it is now back in the same shop for the same issue.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission inadvertently downshifted. Additionally, the service transmission warning light illuminated on and off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with wheel speed sensor failure, however; the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 87,000.
Body & structure
Reports naming the vehicle structure, frame, body panels, doors, hood and trim.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that the doors rocker panels were corroded. Additionally, the contact stated that the front blower motor was intermittently inoperable. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V648000 (Visibility, Electrical System). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the recall repair was performed; however, the failure persisted due to the blower motor resistor connection failure at the wiring harness plug. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that he would be charged a repair fee because the additional repair was not included in the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 124,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Rear hatch door has excessive rust around the weather sealing
Airbags
Reports naming the air-bag system — deployment behaviour, inflators, sensors and warning lights.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 - 65 MPH, another vehicle struck the contact's front driver's side, causing the contact's vehicle to spin. The vehicle then crashed into the side embankment wall. The air bags did not deploy. The impact caused the contact's chest to hit the steering wheel. The contact suffered a fractured sternum as well as neck and shoulder injuries. The contact's passenger suffered bruising on her neck, shoulder, and chest. The contact and her passenger were transported by ambulance to the hospital. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the tow yard but was not yet deemed totaled by the insurance company. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 56,300.
VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON A HIGHWAY. HEAVY FRONT END DAMAGE. NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIRBAGS. WAS ADVISED ON THIS MODEL AIRBAGS SENSORS WERE PLACED LOWER THAN ON CURRENT MODELS. I AM CONCERNED THAT THEY DID NOT DEPLOY.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Interior & seats
Reports naming seats, latches, locks, linkages and interior fittings.
From owner reports, verbatim
FRONT SEAT BACK COOLING SYSTEM (TED) IS MALFUNCTIONING. WHEN SEAT COOLING IS SELECTED, AFTER 30 MINUETS, THE BACK OF THE FRONT SEATS REACH EXTREME TEMPERATURES, RESULTING IN BURNING EVERYONE THAT TOUCHES THE BACK OF THE FRONT SEATS. I'VE MEASURE THE TEMPERATURES, AT THE TOP OF THE MAP POCKET, AT OVER 115 DEGREES, WHEN AMBIENT TEMPERATURES WERE AT 75 DEGREES. WHEN AMBIENT TEMPERATURES RISE ABOVE 90 DEGREES, THE FRONT SEAT BACK TEMPERATURE CAN REACH UP TO 150 DEGREES OR MORE! PLEASE REFERENCE F150 OWNERS COMMENTS AND THERMAL PICTURES PROVING THIS IS A SERIOUS ISSUE THAT NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED ASAP, AT THE WEB ADDRESS: HTTP://WWW.F150FORUM.COM/F118/COOLIN...OPERLY-304154/
THE DRIVER'S HEADREST (AND FRONT PASSENGER HEADREST) IS SET AT SUCH A FORWARD ANGLE THAT MY HEAD IS PUSHED FORWARD, CAUSING PAIN IN MY NECK. AFTER TALKING WITH AN ORTHOPEDIC ABOUT THE PROBABLY LONGTERM ISSUES WITH PRESSURE ON MY HEAD CAUSED BY THE HEADREST, I WAS ASSURED OF CREATING A CHRONIC PHYSICAL NECK PROBLEM. THE HEADREST ANGLE NEEDS TO BE ADJUSTED/TILTED BACK SLIGHTLY TO PROVIDE JUST ENOUGH SPACE FOR NORMAL HEAD MOVEMENT WHILE DRIVING WITHOUT CONSTANT CONTACT WITH THE HEADREST. *TR
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Steering
Reports naming the steering system — racks, columns, power-steering assist and steering linkage.
From owner reports, verbatim
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated there was vibrating coming from the vehicle that had progressively worsened over time. The contact stated that while driving over 50 MPH, the vibration becomes worse. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the vehicle experienced electrical problems. The dealer replaced the bushings on the vehicle, however, the vehicle continued to experience vibration while driving. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure milage was 89,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that the steering wheel control buttons were inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the control buttons were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The dealer diagnosed that the steering wheel wiring had failed, and that the steering wheel needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 72,000.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Other / unspecified
Reports whose component NHTSA recorded as unknown, or that do not map to one of the categories above.
From owner reports, verbatim
IN 2015 WHILE LIVING IN NORTH DAKOTA I PURCHASED A 2015 FORD EXPEDITION EL. IN 2018 I MOVED TO FLORIDA AND HAD NEW TIRES INSTALLED IN 2019. NOW, 5,000 MILES LATER I AM TOLD THE LUG NUTS ARE SWOLLEN AND MY TIRES CANNOT BE ROTATED, I NEED TO BUY NEW LUG NUTS. I WAS SHOCKED AND NEVER HEARD OF THIS, I STOPPED IN THE LOCAL FORD DEALER AND WAS TOLD THIS IS TRUE, FORD DECIDED TO PUT THESE TWO PIECE LUG NUTS ON NEW VEHICLES, "WE HAVE SEEN THIS A LOT". I ASK IF THERE WAS A RECALL AND WAS TOLD "I WISH". THE DEALERSHIP SUGGESTED I SHOP AT AN AUTO PARTS STORE BECAUSE "OURS ARE PRETTY PRICEY AT $8 A PIECE, IT WILL BE COSTLY IF YOU NEED TO REPLACE LUG NUTS ON ALL 4 WHEELS". I CALLED FORD CORPORATE IN DETROIT AND WAS TRANSFERRED TO A CALL CENTER IN THE PHILIPPINES WERE THE FEMALE COULD ONLY READ FROM A SCRIPT STATING "THIS PROBLEM IS NOT COVERED BY THE MANUFACTURES WARRANTY."
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Seat belts
Reports naming seat belts, buckles, retractors and pretensioners.
From owner reports, verbatim
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD EXPEDITION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILED TO RELEASE, AND OFTEN BECAME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE PART FOR THE REPAIR WAS ON BACK ORDER FOR SEVERAL MONTHS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 23,000.
Too few reports in this category for a page of its own — they appear in the full complaint list.
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers.
Elsewhere on this vehicle
Data sources
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — owner-reported complaints and the components recorded on them
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