Is the 2016 Ford Expedition a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B7.5/10
Suitable for those needing space and towing power, but budget for potential repairs.
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Pros
- Spacious interior
- Strong towing capacity
- Comfortable ride
Cons
- Poor fuel economy
- Large size can be difficult to maneuver
- Potential for high repair costs with age
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
15 mpg
Maintenance cost
$1,500/yr
Expected lifespan
200,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Turbocharger failure
- Electrical system issues
- Transmission slipping
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (3)
The 2016 Ford Expedition has 3 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Back Over Prevention — Sensing System — Camera (campaign 25V572000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Power Assist — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and 2016-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from…
- Visibility — Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System — Fan/Motor — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front blower motor located behind the glove box may fail.…
- Back Over Prevention — Sensing System — Camera — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-201…
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Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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