2007 Ford Expedition
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Brakes
Brakes leads by volume: 38 of 215 complaints (18%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 299 in 2006 to 215 in 2007.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | vs. 2007 Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,450 | 4,450 | 4,150 | 4,450 | 3,900 | |
| Combined MPG | 14 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 16 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 13 / 17–18 | 12 / 16–17 | 12 / 18 | 12 / 18 | 14 / 20 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 635 | 635 | 592 | 635 | 555 | |
| Complaints filed | 315 | 299 | 215 | 146 | 28 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 1 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 20 | 19 | 8 | 24 | 2 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 6 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 20 | 24 | 5 | 20 | 2 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2007 Ford Expedition have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2007 Ford Expedition?
Brakes: 38 of 215 NHTSA complaints (18%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2007 Ford Expedition get?
EPA rates it 15 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2007 Ford Expedition?
EPA estimates $4,150 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.4L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD | 12 mpg | 18 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,150 | 592 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 30 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 27 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 37 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 38 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 36 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 7 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 12 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 16 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH · Campaign 08V058000 · Feb 6, 2008
Defect: FORD IS RECALLING 123,632 MY 2007-2008 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR VEHICLES. THE DOOR HANDLE HOUSING EMBOSSMENT RETAINING THE BOTTOM OF THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE SPRING ON ALL SIDE DOORS MAY FRACTURE DURING NORMAL CUSTOMER USAGE. THIS CAN RESULT IN INSUFFICIENT SPRING FORCE TO RETURN THE HANDLE TO THE FULLY CLOSED POSITION. THE HANDLE MAY BE LOOSE CAUSING A RATTLE OR NOISE AND THE HANDLE MAY NOT RETURN TO THE FULLY CLOSED POSITION. THIS CONDITION MAY ALSO PROVIDE A DELAYED RESISTANCE WHEN ACTUATING THE HANDLE PRIOR TO OPENING THE DOOR.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A SIDE IMPACT CRASH, THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE MAY CAUSE THE DOOR LATCH TO OPEN INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE INTERIOR HANDLE SPRING ON ALL SIDE DOORS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 5, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL · Campaign 08V057000 · Feb 6, 2008
Defect: FORD IS RECALLING 57,199 MY 2006-2007 E-150, E-250, E-350, AND MY 2007 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.4L ENGINES. THE FUEL RAIL CROSS-OVER HOSE MAY CONTAIN WEAK AREAS. AS A RESULT, THE HOSE MAY CRACK, WHICH COULD CAUSE A FUEL ODOR AND/OR FUEL LEAK.
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 3, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.