Verdict
2014 Ford Expedition: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2014 Ford Expedition — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for SUV.
Owners filed 71 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 58% of 2014 SUVs. Power Train leads the reports (46%). No safety recalls on record.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2014 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
71
Reports to NHTSA, 2014
Safety recalls
0
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
15.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 58% of 2014 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2014 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Power Train issues lead owner complaints (46% of 71 reports), followed by electrical system (15%).
+ 6 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 71 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11389814, ODI 11747325, ODI 11733946, ODI 11726391, ODI 11687286.
Recalls
0 recalls — none issued for this model year as of Jul 2026. Recall records can change as NHTSA publishes new campaigns.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2014 Ford Expedition SUV 4x4 NHTSA source
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2014 Ford Expedition SUV 4x2 NHTSA source
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2014 Ford Expedition EXTENDED SUV 4x2 NHTSA source
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2014 Ford Expedition EXTENDED SUV 4x4 NHTSA source
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition 2WD FFV | 5.4L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 14 | 20 | 16 |
| Expedition 4WD FFV | 5.4L 8-cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 13 | 18 | 15 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2014 Ford Expedition: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2014 Ford Expedition?
Owners filed 71 NHTSA complaints about the 2014 Ford Expedition — fewer complaints than 58% of comparable 2014 SUVs, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2014 Ford Expedition?
The most-reported problem areas are Power Train (46% of complaints) and electrical system (15%).
How many recalls does the 2014 Ford Expedition have?
No safety recalls are on record for the 2014 Ford Expedition as of Jul 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Ford Expedition get?
The EPA rates the 2014 Ford Expedition between 15 and 16 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.