2011 Ford Expedition: Power Train complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 21 owner complaints for the 2011 Ford Expedition that list the power train component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11722361 (filed 03/05/2026): “Hard, delayed, jump from idle when accelerator is pressed. hard shift from park to reverse.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11587640 (filed 05/08/2024): “So my 2011 expedition has a lead frame problem it is stuck in 4th gear and all the warning lights are on associating the lead frame. the shop i left told me it is the lead frame. the problem is the ford f150 with the exact same transmission as mine has a recall for that exact part. but no recall on …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11180922 (filed 02/18/2019): “On december 12, 2017, while traveling at 75 mph on the interstate with the cruise control set, the vehicle surged forward. within seconds following the surge, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted causing loss of control and nearly a roll over accident. the vehicle would not move in any gear. turning…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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