NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Ford Expedition Safety Ratings
The 2022 Ford Expedition scores 80 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 12 recalls, and 104 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Ford Expedition achieved a NHTSA Safety Index of 80/100, placing it in the Strong band. This assessment reflects the Expedition's excellent performance in NHTSA crash tests and its full marks for standard crash avoidance technology. However, prospective owners should note the 12 recall campaigns issued for this model year, which significantly impact its defect record.
The 2022 Ford Expedition EL SUV 4WD received an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 80/100, based entirely on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 135 SUVs from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Ford Expedition ranks 98 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 80 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 19.1% |
| Recalls on file | 12 |
| Owner complaints | 104 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 98 of 135 SUVs tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Ford Expedition?
The 2022 model year marks a meaningful jump for the Expedition in MotorCaliber's safety scoring. The Safety Index rose from 74/100 in 2021, which sat in the Average band, to 80/100 in 2022, crossing into the Strong band. That six-point gain is driven by the crash-protection sub-score of 66 out of 70 and a perfect 10 out of 10 for standard avoidance technology, confirming that forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control all come standard on this trim. The clear drag on the Index is the defect record sub-score of only 3.5 out of 20, a direct reflection of 12 active recall campaigns. Those campaigns span safety-critical systems: seat belt pretensioners, windshield wiper linkages, and trailer brake control electronics are not cosmetic concerns. The center console chrome recall is lower urgency, but the pretensioner and wiper campaigns warrant prompt action. With 104 reported complaints, including 14 allegations touching the forward collision avoidance system specifically, the gap between strong crash-test hardware and real-world defect activity is the defining tension of this model year.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Ford Expedition perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Ford Expedition EL SUV 4WD achieved an overall 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's safety ratings. This included perfect 5-star scores for both frontal and side crash protection. Its rollover performance was rated at 4 out of 5 stars, with a measured rollover risk of 19 percent and a No Tip result in the dynamic tip-test.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16381
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Ford Expedition have any recalls?
Yes, 12 recall campaigns cover this model year. Identified components include the center console chrome plating, seat belt pretensioners in the driver position, windshield wiper linkages, the integrated trailer brake control electrical system, and the sun and moon roof assembly. None of the listed campaigns carry a do-not-drive or park-outside designation based on available data, but buyers should verify remedy status by VIN.
STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:CENTER CONSOLE26V368000
Risk: Vehicle occupants may contact the center console's sharp edges, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the center consoles as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 16, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in January 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S38. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involve
Reported 2026-06-09
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER26V344000
Risk: Seat belts that do not retract or extend can fail to restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt retractors as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 8, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in August 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S34. This recall replaces and expands previous
Reported 2026-05-27
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES26V204000
Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S24.Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 1, 2026.
Reported 2026-03-31
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL26V104000
Risk: Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
Reported 2026-02-20
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY25V729000
Risk: A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 30, 2025.
Reported 2025-10-24
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP25V455000
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
Reported 2025-07-07
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS25V314000
Risk: A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash.
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.
Reported 2025-05-09
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V315000
Risk: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is avail
Reported 2025-05-09
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL25V132000
Risk: Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.
Reported 2025-02-28
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS24V852000
Risk: Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
Reported 2024-11-08
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL23V420000
Risk: Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will mail the Owner's Manual addendums that describe how to adjust and remove the head restraints for the center seating positions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C20.
Reported 2023-06-09
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL22V193000
Risk: Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S17.
Reported 2022-03-25
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Ford Expedition?
NHTSA has logged 104 unverified consumer complaints against the 2022 Expedition. Alleged problem areas include Unknown or Other issues (19 reports), the Electrical System (18), Power Train (14), Forward Collision Avoidance (14), Structure (11), and Engine (10). These are unverified allegations, not confirmed defects.
104 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Ford Expedition?
For the 2022 Expedition, 12 recall campaigns are on record, necessitating a VIN check through NHTSA's database to confirm completed remedies before purchase. This is the most crucial safety measure for this specific model year.
- The Safety Index jumped six points year over year, from 74/100 in 2021 to 80/100 in 2022, moving the Expedition from the Average band into the Strong band for this specific model year.
- The defect record sub-score of 3.5 out of 20 is the weakest component of the 2022 Index, directly tied to 12 recall campaigns that include seat belt pretensioners and windshield wiper linkages.
- NHTSA logged 14 unverified complaints specifically alleging issues with the Forward Collision Avoidance system on this model year, a notable figure given that the technology scored a perfect 10 out of 10 for simply being standard equipment.
- The rollover star rating of 4 out of 5, with a 19 percent rollover risk, is the only crash-test category that falls below the top score, a factor worth weighing for buyers who prioritize rollover safety in a large SUV.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Ford Expedition places
The 2022 Ford Expedition qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Ford Expedition safety questions
Was the 2022 Ford Expedition crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Ford Expedition, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 80 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Ford Expedition crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Ford Expedition earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 19.1%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Ford Expedition have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 12 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Ford Expedition. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Ford Expedition?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 104 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Ford Expedition. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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Rivals in SUV (2022)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Tesla Model Y 5-Seat | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Qx55 | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Envision | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Buick Enclave | 94/100 | 4 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16381), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ford Expedition 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 98 of 135 in the SUV class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.