41 of the 1,762 complaints about the Ford Expedition (2.3%) concern Brakes, making it the model's #8 problem area. That share is 0.4× the Brakes share across all tracked vehicles.
41Complaints · Brakes
2.3%Share of complaints
0.38×vs. all vehicles
11Last 12 months
26.8%Share involving a crash or fire
4Related recalls
Analysis
By model year, Brakes complaints peak with the 2018 model (8, 2% of that year's complaints) and are lowest for the 2021 model (3). 11 Brakes complaints were filed in the last 12 months versus 13 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.
Owners most often describe: “brakes”, “floor”, “brake pedal”, “braking” and “cause brake”. 11 of these reports (26.8%) describe a crash or fire, with 6 injuries and 0 deaths mentioned.
4 recall campaigns relate to this area, most recently campaign 25V823000 (2025-12-01, model years 2025).
I began to brake because there was a parked car at the stop sign i was approaching. My vehicle was not stopping even though the brake pedal was pressed all the way down to the floor.
Brakes · 2026-03-11 · ODI 11723540 · Crash
The contact called on behalf of a 2019 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while he was driving his 2017 Kia Rio at 10-20 MPH, and approaching a red traffic light, the 2019 Ford Expedition that was driving approximately 60 MPH crashed into the rear of…
Brakes · 2025-11-05 · ODI 11697725 · Crash
Subject: Safety Complaint – 2018 Ford Expedition Brake Master Cylinder Recall 25S37 / NHTSA 25V236 I am filing this complaint regarding my 2018 Ford Expedition, which is subject to an open Ford brake master-cylinder recall, Recall 25S37 / NHTSA Recall 25V236.
Brakes · 2026-08-17 · ODI 11757338
I am filing this complaint because my vehicle is exhibiting the exact failure mode detailed in Ford Recall 26S48 (NHTSA Campaign 26V402000), but my VIN is currently excluded from the recall population." A loud, heavy metal-on-metal "CLUNK" or "THUNK" right…
Brakes · 2026-07-08 · ODI 11749102
While driving the ABS system failure warning along with 2 other system warnings come on and brakes fall to the floor. My Ford expedition is experiencing the same catastrophic electronic brake booster failure as recall 25S77.
Brakes · 2026-07-03 · ODI 11748150
I am submitting a formal consumer complaint regarding a persistent brake issue—specifically a loud squeal when coming to a stop in a 2022 Ford Expedition Max Limited purchased as a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle through Ford’s Blue Advantage Program.
Brakes · 2026-04-25 · ODI 11733754
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
Related recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE Campaign 25V823000 · 2025-12-01 · Model years: 2025
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE Campaign 25V488000 · 2025-07-25 · Model years: 2025
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
Remedy: The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Campaign 25V314000 · 2025-05-09 · Model years: 2022, 2023, 2024
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Navigator and Expedition vehicles. The front brake lines may contact the engine air cleaner outlet pipe and become damaged, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak and reduced brake function.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front brake line and replace the brake line or air cleaner outlet pipe, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S47.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER Campaign 25V236000 · 2025-04-11 · Model years: 2018
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S37. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 22V-150.
How common are Brakes problems on the Ford Expedition?
41 of the 1,762 complaints about the Ford Expedition (2.3%) concern Brakes, making it the model's #8 problem area. That share is 0.4× the Brakes share across all tracked vehicles.
Which Ford Expedition model years have the most Brakes complaints?
By model year, Brakes complaints peak with the 2018 model (8, 2% of that year's complaints) and are lowest for the 2021 model (3).
Is there a recall for Ford Expedition Brakes problems?
4 recall campaigns relate to this area, most recently campaign 25V823000 (2025-12-01, model years 2025).