2023 Ford Expedition: Power Train complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints for the 2023 Ford Expedition that list the power train component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11751175 (filed 07/17/2026): “Driving on highway, tried to accelerate, the car was acting like it was in neutral and would not accelerate. checked to ensure i was not. the car began decelerating and i started to pull over. as i entered the brake down lane - the car automatically switched to park jarring the car to a stop. …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11685071 (filed 09/04/2025): “See attached document for complaint.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11628143 (filed 12/01/2024): “Service engine light illuminated indicating different occurrences. the vehicle was taken to a ford dealership for repair since it's under factory warranty. the service representative, after taking control of the vehicle, he wrote the following in the repair work order: "when brandon went to park…”
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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