2018 Ford Expedition problems
Expedition vs. Expedition MAX: the MAX is the extended-length Expedition that replaced the EL for 2018 (Ford lists a 131.6-inch wheelbase and 221.9-inch length for the 2018-2019 Expedition MAX vs. 122.5 and 210.0 inches for the standard Expedition). NHTSA still lists it as EXPEDITION EL for 2018-2024 and as EXPEDITION MAX for 2025; these pages combine NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the standard and long models. CarComplaints.com has a single Expedition listing. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Sources: Ford: 2018 Expedition Product Information Book (PDF, dealer-hosted), Ford: 2019 Expedition + MAX specifications (PDF), Car and Driver: 2018 Ford Expedition Max 4x4 test, NHTSA model list, 2018 Ford, NHTSA model list, 2025 Ford.
Common wear & failures
- All four shock absorbers leaking oil
- All 4 struts shocks found leaking
- Downshifts suddenly at highway speeds
Safety recalls
- Recall 26V402000: Automatic Transmission
- Recall 26V368000: Center Console
- Recall 26V344000: Pretensioner
Showing up to 6 sourced items for this year. Check your exact VIN for all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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