No recalls found for the 2021 Ford Expedition EL in NHTSA’s database.
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242 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 4 fires, 6 injuries and 0 deaths.
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Recent complaints
I was making a right hand turn and had loss of power and a clunk sound. I also experienced loss of power between 65-75 mph on the freeway. I ran a forscan report and it's pointing to the transmission even though the fluid and a tcm update has been performed. There is about 40k miles on the fluid.
Power problems and the light was on. I took it to the ford place and they didn’t fix it.
The chrome plating on the interior center console trim is bubbling, wrinkling, cracking and peeling along the console edges, including the vertical corner by the cupholder, leaving sharp metal edges. This vehicle is covered by Ford recall 26S38 / NHTSA campaign 26V368 for this exact defect, but no remedy is available (remedy expected Q1 2027) and Ford has provided no interim cover, guard, repair, or instructions to make the sharp trim safe. Two injuries have occurred from the sharp peeling chrome trim: 1. On approximately March 12, 2026, the owner's right pinky finger was cut on the outside of the finger by the sharp peeling trim. It bled heavily, took a long time to heal, and left a permane
Wiper switch not working for auto, because switch itself is broken. When accelerating to pass a car the transmission skips/slips and car pauses and gas pedal won't work for 10 seconds. Car basically stalls. Could have caused accident if unable to pass or slide back over behind the car trying to pass.
While driving at highway speeds, specifically during sudden acceleration and lane-change maneuvers, the vehicle experiences a severe dynamic mechanical binding event. The transmission briefly forces a sudden "halt" or engine-braking downshift, causing the vehicle to unexpectedly slow down in active traffic before entering a temporary limp mode. This sudden loss of propulsion and unexpected deceleration creates an immediate rear-end collision hazard on the highway. This happened to my wife while merging onto a highway almost causing an accident. Diagnostic and Mechanical Verification: The vehicle was taken to an authorized Ford dealership for evaluation. The dealership officially scanned, ver
2021 Ford Expedition EL crash test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Ford Expedition EL SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| 2021 Ford Expedition EL SUV 2WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Driver aids on the tested 2021 Ford Expedition EL: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning optional, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 19.3%.
2021 Ford Expedition EL recall FAQ
Does the 2021 Ford Expedition EL have any recalls?
No recalls are currently listed for the 2021 Ford Expedition EL. Check again before buying, as new recalls can be issued at any time.
What are the most common 2021 Ford Expedition EL problems?
Owners have filed 242 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is power train (113 reports), followed by engine.
Is the 2021 Ford Expedition EL safe?
The 2021 Ford Expedition EL earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.
How do I get a recall fixed on my 2021 Ford Expedition EL?
Contact any authorized Ford dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.