2025 Ford Expedition: Electrical System complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 6 owner complaints for the 2025 Ford Expedition that list the electrical system component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11766173 (filed 09/22/2026): “See attached document for complaint.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11756496 (filed 08/12/2026): “On august 11, 2026 at approximately 5:17 pm, the vehicle was traveling about 25–30 mph and approaching a stop sign. the driver began braking normally, but the vehicle did not adequately slow despite repeatedly pressing the brake pedal. the vehicle continued completely through the stop sign and inter…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11743790 (filed 06/12/2026): “This was a rental vehicle hybrid, while driving on a highway, the vehicle first developed a flat tire. afterward, while the vehicle was in motion, smoke appeared and the vehicle caught fire spontaneously. there was no collision or impact of any kind. the driver pulled over and all passengers exited …”
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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Sources
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