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2024 Ford Expedition

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.

Ford Expedition
Pictured: 2022 Ford Expedition Platinum unmarked unit, front 4.14.23. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Body styles
4WD SUV, Max 4WD SUV
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl turbo
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
19 combined · 17 city / 23 hwy
Length
209.8–222 in
Curb weight
5,624–5,794 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
7 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available
  • 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
  • Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

  • Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 21.2% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
  • 7 recallsMore than similar models (about 3). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 14 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2024 Ford Expedition is a standard SUV offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive and part-time 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 210 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 122-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,624 lb (4WD SUV).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 23 highway), 10% worse than the 2024 standard SUV average of 21 MPG, for an estimated $3,550 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.

It has 7 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.

What changed for 2024

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2023 Expedition — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 Expedition →

Trims, performance & features

Engine–3.5L turbo 6-cyl
DriveAWD/4WD

Trims

XLTLimited

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard
Blind-spot monitoringStandard
Blind-spot interventionStandard
Rear cross-traffic alertStandard
Rear automatic brakingStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Adaptive cruise controlSome trims
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes

Built in: Jefferson County, Kentucky

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2024 Expedition configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4WD SUV209.8 in79.9 in76.4 in122.4 in67.7 / 67.3 in5,624 lb50/50
Max 4WD SUV222 in79.9 in76.4 in131.5 in67.7 / 67.3 in5,794 lb50/50

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Expedition 2WD3.5L 6-cyl turboAutomatic (S10)Rear-Wheel Drive17 / 23 / 19-10%$3,550462
Expedition 4WD3.5L 6-cyl turboAutomatic (S10)Part-time 4-Wheel Drive16 / 22 / 18-6%$3,700485
Expedition Timberline AWD3.5L 6-cyl turboAutomatic (S10)Part-time 4-Wheel Drive16 / 19 / 17-11%$3,950523
4/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
4/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $5,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
21 MPG2024 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2024 Ford Expedition SUV 4WD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★19.1%
2024 Ford Expedition SUV RWD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★21.2%
StandardElectronic stability control
StandardForward collision warning
StandardLane departure warning
Frontal crash test — 2024 Ford Expedition SUV 4WD
Frontal crash test — 2024 Ford Expedition SUV 4WD. Photo: NHTSA.
Side crash test — 2024 Ford Expedition SUV 4WD
Side crash test — 2024 Ford Expedition SUV 4WD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2024 standard SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2024 Ford Expedition (this car)19 MPG★★★★★7
2024 GMC Yukon23 MPG★★★★★3
2024 Chevrolet Tahoe24 MPG★★★★★3
2024 Dodge Durango21 MPG★★★★★0
2024 Honda Pilot22 MPG★★★★★6
2024 Toyota Sequoia22 MPGNot rated5
2024 Volkswagen Atlas23 MPG★★★★★8

Recalls (7)

Structure › Interior Panels › Center Console · Jun 9, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V368000 · 548,463 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Expedition vehicles. The chrome plating on the center console may bubble and peel, resulting in sharp edges.
Risk
Vehicle occupants may contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing the risk of injury.
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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S38. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 10, 2026.
Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights · Feb 20, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V104000 · 4,381,878 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · May 9, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V314000 · 273,789 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Navigator and Expedition vehicles. The front brake lines may contact the engine air cleaner outlet pipe and become damaged, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak and reduced brake function.
Risk
A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the front brake line and replace the brake line or air cleaner outlet pipe, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S47.
Back Over Prevention › Software · May 9, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V315000 · 1,076,138 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Oil/Lubrication · Mar 28, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V198000 · 4,356 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Expedition, and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI engines. The engine may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
Risk
A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S30.
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Oil/Lubrication · Dec 20, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V851000 · 2,490 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, 2024 Expedition and 2024 Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine. The engines may have a misaligned engine cup plug, which can result in a rapid oil leak.
Risk
A rapid oil leak can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the engine cup plug alignment, and replace the plug if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S70.
Equipment › Other › Labels · Nov 8, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V852000 · 27,678 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. 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."
Risk
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.
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.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2024 Ford Expedition is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

79Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
7Involved a crash
1Involved a fire
11Injuries reported
15,263 miTypical mileage at failure
Unknown Or Other17
Electrical System14
Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings10
Service Brakes8
Vehicle Speed Control7
Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection6
Power Train5
Visibility/Wiper5
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/05: 124/07: 324/08: 124/12: 325/01: 425/02: 325/03: 525/04: 325/05: 225/06: 825/07: 625/08: 625/09: 125/10: 425/12: 426/01: 126/02: 226/03: 126/04: 426/05: 226/06: 326/07: 426/09: 526/10: 324/0524/1225/0325/0625/0926/0126/0426/07max 8

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2024 Ford Expedition buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 7 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 14 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 10 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
  4. Service Brakes — 8 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 15,263 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 Ford Expedition. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Expedition years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 Expedition18–Not rated20
2026 Expedition19209.8 inNot rated210
2025 Expedition19209.8 in★★★★★638
2023 Expedition19209.8 in★★★★★865
2022 Expedition19209.8 in★★★★★12116
2021 Expedition19209.8 in★★★★★12241
2020 Expedition19209.8 in★★★★★18425
2019 Expedition20209.8 in★★★★★11522
2018 Expedition20209.8 in★★★★★14382
2017 Expedition18205.9 in★★★★★4357
2016 Expedition18205.9 inNot rated3217
2015 Expedition18205.9 inNot rated3164

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Ford. How we calculate this →