2017 Ford Expedition Engine Problems

NHTSA component category: ENGINE · data through 07/12/2026

38Engine complaints

10.8%Of all 353 complaints

#5Most-reported category

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

How engine ranks on this vehicle

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM90 · 25.5%

POWER TRAIN50 · 14.2%

SERVICE BRAKES42 · 11.9%

Unspecified / other41 · 11.6%

ENGINE38 · 10.8%

Share of the 353 complaints citing each category; one complaint can cite several. Full breakdown on the 2017 Ford Expedition overview page.

What owners report

“The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact safely pulled over…”NHTSA complaint 11451367 — filed 02/10/2022

“Exhaust manifold bolts are breaking causing an exhaust leak and poor emissions. This is a known problem with the eco-boost motor many complaints, Ford does…”NHTSA complaint 11436312 — filed 10/11/2021

“WHILE DRIVING THE 2017 EXPEDITION EL ON A LOCAL STREET, THE ENGINE SUFFERED AN EXTREME REDUCTION IN POWER AND LIMITED SPEED TO ONLY 5 MPH…”NHTSA complaint 11363288 — filed 10/07/2020

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Engine complaints by year filed

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Ford Expedition have engine problems?

Engine is the #5 most-reported problem area on the 2017 Ford Expedition: 38 of 353 complaints on file (10.8%). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects.

How many complaints does the 2017 Ford Expedition have in total?

353 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Across all categories, 21 involved a crash, 7 involved a fire, 27 reported injuries, and none reported deaths.

What does NHTSA's engine category include?

NHTSA assigns each complaint to standard component categories; this page reports the ENGINE category exactly as NHTSA defines and records it.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.