2023 Ford Expedition: Electrical System complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 17 owner complaints for the 2023 Ford Expedition that list the electrical system component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11768139 (filed 09/30/2026): “A few months ago, i noticed there was a delay in the power running board on the drivers side. the passenger side running board came up but the drivers side would only come up after driving for a minute. now, the drivers side does not come up, without assistance. the motor still moves. it be gins to …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11749505 (filed 07/10/2026): “The contact owns a 2023 ford expedition. the contact stated that while parked and turned off, the vehicle suddenly started independently. the contact turned off the vehicle manually. the contact stated that the failure occurred twice. the dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled; howev…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11731309 (filed 04/15/2026): “Hood cowling coming breaking seal causing battery junction box to get water in and short-out juction box and not allowing the car not to start.…”
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: Moderate
Finding and splicing chewed wiring is doable with a multimeter and patience but can be time-consuming; harness replacement is pro work. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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