Ford Expedition EL
The 2017 Ford Expedition EL is an excellent choice for a used full-size SUV, boasting exceptional reliability with zero recalls or complaints.
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2017 modelSpecifications by model year
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Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Keyless ignition | Steering location | Seat rows | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | bodyAndInterior | mechanical |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 8 | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 3 | 2 | 4 | 131 | 22 | 22 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 3 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 131, Front wheel: 22, Rear wheel: 22 |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | autoBrake | blindSpotMonitoring | rearCamera | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | nhtsaSafetyRatings | tpms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2017 Ford Expedition EL EXTENDED SUV 4x4 | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 4, Rated vehicle: 2017 Ford Expedition EL EXTENDED SUV 4x4 | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | standard |
Model year reports
2017
NewestThe 2017 Ford Expedition EL is an excellent choice for a used full-size SUV, boasting exceptional reliability with zero recalls or complaints.
2013
The 2013 Ford Expedition EL shows excellent reported reliability with no recalls or complaints.
2012
The 2012 Ford Expedition EL presents a reliability picture clouded by a lack of data.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Ford Expedition EL?
Carfocal currently has 3 published Expedition EL reports, covering 2012 through 2017. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2017 Ford Expedition EL is an excellent choice for a used full-size SUV, boasting exceptional reliability with zero recalls or complaints.
Published year coverage: 2012, 2013, 2017.
Is the Ford Expedition EL reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Ford Expedition EL. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2017 ford expedition el is an excellent choice for a used full-size suv, boasting exceptional reliability with zero recalls or complaints. and the 2017 ford expedition el offers strong value on the used market, primarily due to its excellent reliability and safety scores. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
3 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Ford Expedition EL?
Across Carfocal's published Expedition EL guides, recurring problem areas include Brake Pads and Rotors, Shocks/Struts, and Water Pump. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Brake Pads and Rotors, Shocks/Struts, and Water Pump.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 3
- Years tracked
- 3
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints