2017 Ford Expedition vs 2017 Lincoln Navigator
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Ford Expedition | 2017 Lincoln Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 354 | 30 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 115 | 111 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–18 | 17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 76,138 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Expedition | Lincoln Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 91 | 4 |
| Power Train | 51 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 42 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 35 | 5 |
| Engine | 38 | 1 |
| Back Over Prevention | 30 | 5 |
| Visibility | 29 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 19 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 28 | 0 |
| Stalling | 18 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 18 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 14 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 10 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 0 |
| Overheating | 10 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
2017 Ford Expedition
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.