2007 Ford Expedition problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Tires (23) · Fuel/Propulsion System (21) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic (12)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
186 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (33)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Wheels 2024-07-24 · TSB 24-2188 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this article supersedes tsb 22-2219 to update the parts list and service procedure to clarify applicable steps by vehicle application. some 2003-2020 expedition/navigator and 2006-2020 f-150 (non-raptor) vehicles equipped with 4wd may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel a
Power Train:automatic Transmission 2023-09-07 · SSM 51909 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
when performing any transmission fluid changes or topoffs involving mercon sp, mercon lv has replaced all versions of mercon sp and can be used going forward. mixing mercon lv and mercon sp in the same transmission is acceptable. after 30-jun-2023, mercon sp atf will no longer be manufactured and wi
Structure 2023-04-04 · SSM 51536 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
for 2000-2024 ford and lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. it is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification number (vin) from a different vehicle. most modules on these affe
Power Train 2022-06-21 · TSB 22-2219 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2003-2020 expedition/navigator and 2006-2020 f-150 (non-raptor) vehicles equipped with 4wd may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area. this may be due to partial engagement of the integrated wheel ends (iwe). to correct this condition, follow the service procedure
Wheels 2020-10-16 · TSB 20-2307 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2003-2020 expedition/navigator and 2006-2020 f-150 vehicles equipped with tod transfer cases may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area. this may be due to partial engagement of the integrated wheel ends (iwe). to correct this condition, follow the service procedur
Structure 2020-07-13 · TSB 20-2233 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this article supersedes tsb 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected. some 2000 and newer ford/lincoln/mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. panel replacement is
Showing the 6 most recent of 33 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-07-31 · Electrical System:instrument Panel:speedometer/Odometer · 224,000 mi“odometer fraud. the contact purchased a 2007 ford expedition. the contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to an independent mechanic for servicing, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. the vehicle was a dealer sale. at the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 17,000, and at the time the mechanic was servicing the vehicle…”
2024-11-24 · Service Brakes“symptom was low brake pedal or “soft brakes” due to the brake booster pushrod not being turned out to appropriate length requiring to adjust the brake booster pushrod length. in order to correct mechanic has to remove the master brake cylinder and turn out the pushrod 1/2 or 1/4 turn. …”
2023-02-22 · Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump · 204,000 mi“the contact owns a 2007 ford expedition. the contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle stalled in the middle of the roadway. the contact was able to place the vehicle in park(p) and the contact was unable to restart the vehicle. the contact stated no warning light was illuminated. the contact had the vehicle towed to a local de…”
2022-09-03 · Unknown Or Other“my front passenger door has to be pushed heavily to open unknown reason why …”
2022-05-12 · Unknown Or Other“my expodition has a bad gas smell and skips a little please help me …”
2022-03-23 · Power Train“unknown about what causes the issue but was told it was manufacturers fault not mine. insurance adjuster came out as well and said that my full coverage won’t cover anything at this point and told me as well to go contact the manufacturers to see what the option are available …”
2022-02-07 · Structure:frame And Members · 238,000 mi“the contact owns a 2007 ford expedition max. the contact was at a state inspection station and the vehicle was failed due to rust holes on the passenger’s side front subframe behind the front suspension, directly under a reinforcement plate. the contact stated that the entire reinforcement plate and the frame rail behind the plate had rusted throug…”
2021-04-26 · Unknown Or Other · 190,000 mi“always when vehicle is in lower gear, with rpms between 1-2, the vehicle will suddenly begin to vibrate/shake and feels like you're riding off the road on an interstate (like the speed ridges in the pull-off lane. it idles great, seems to change gears smoothly (automatic). sometimes the vibration is minimal but other times it's quite noticable, but…”
2021-02-10 · Engine“i have to replace spark plugs every week. the engine either keeps making the plugs foul out, or it burns the tip right off the engine. i'm starting to see from the complaints this is a common issue. i don't feel safe driving the vehicle with my 6 kids because of how bad it keeps missing and trying to die. i change plugs then drives well for about …”
2021-01-20 · Engine · 130,250 mi“engine started making noise. pulled it a part and found the common 5.4 liter problem. the cam lobs was eaten up roller had frozen up and eaten cam up and tapet has went bad also. vech was in use when this started.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.