2017 Ford Expedition EL problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2017 Ford Expedition EL get?

The 2017 Ford Expedition EL has U.S. EPA estimates of 16–17 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Q: How much is a 2017 Ford Expedition EL worth?

Comparable 2017 Ford Expedition EL listings run roughly $20,995–$39,000, typically around $28,782 (from 20 vehicles).

2017 Ford Expedition EL at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints272

Overall safety5 / 5 ★

Combined16–17 mpg

Typical price$28,782

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2017 Ford Expedition EL recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2017 Ford Expedition EL.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2017 Ford Expedition EL common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 272 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Hydraulic

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Visibility

Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

2017 Ford Expedition EL safety ratings

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Frontal — driver★★★★★

Frontal — passenger★★★★★

Side — front seat★★★★★

Side — rear seat★★★★★

Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 19.8% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2017 Ford Expedition EL EXTENDED SUV 4x4. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2017 Ford Expedition EL MPG & running costs

Combined16–17 mpg

City15 mpg

Highway20 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$4,075

EPA size classStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

TransmissionAutomatic (S6)

Forced inductionTurbocharged

5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,375 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2017 Ford Expedition EL worth?

Low

$20,995

Typical price

$28,782

High

$39,000

From 20 comparable 2017 Ford Expedition EL listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Ford Expedition EL costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,375

Depreciation (5 yrs)$13,400

Total$33,775

Per mile$0.45

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($28,782) with the same model 5 model-years older ($15,370), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 107

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 107.

This article supersedes TSB 22-2219 to update the Parts List and Service Procedure to clarify applicable steps by vehicle application. Some 2003-2020 Expedition/Navigator and 2006-2020 F-150 (non-Raptor) vehicles equipped with 4WD may exhibit grinding/clicking…

Bulletin TSB 24-2188 · Wheels · Jul 2024

This article supersedes TSB 21-2175 to update the TSB Service Procedure. Some 2016 MKS, 2016-2017 Navigator, 2016-2018 F-150/Focus/C-MAX/Edge/Fiesta/MKX/Transit Connect/Mustang, 2017-2018 Continental/Fusion/MKZ, 2017-2019 Explorer, 2016-2019 Escape/MKC/Flex/MK…

Bulletin TSB 24-2165 · May 2024

All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during initial delivery. Unlik…

Bulletin SSM 52476 · Equipment · Apr 2024

Some 2016-2018 F-150 and 2016-2017 Expedition/Navigator vehicles may require pressure bleeding of the brake system. The brake system pressure bleeding procedure in the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 206-00, has been updated to add a warning to not apply the br…

Bulletin SSM 51962 · Equipment, Service Brakes · Oct 2023

For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification number (VIN) from a diffe…

Bulletin SSM 51536 · Structure · Apr 2023

Some 2003-2020 Expedition/Navigator and 2006-2020 F-150 (non-Raptor) vehicles equipped with 4WD may exhibit grinding/clicking/ratcheting noise from the front wheel area. This may be due to partial engagement of the integrated wheel ends (IWE). To correct this…

Bulletin TSB 22-2219 · Power Train · Jun 2022

Some 2013-2023 Ford or Lincoln vehicles with modems activated through FordPass or LincolnWay may experience 12 volt battery drain symptoms when the customer uses non-Ford/Lincoln phone applications as an alternate channel to access vehicle commands such as doo…

Bulletin SSM 50804 · Electrical System · May 2022

In various 2017-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or LincolnWay App stating "Feature Unavailable. Since this is a fleet vehicle, it cannot access the (SYNC Connect) FordPass or LincolnWay app through the TCU Embedd…

Bulletin SSM 50651 · Equipment, Communication · Apr 2022

Some 2016-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may exhibit a condition where the navigation voice prompts are inoperative after a SYNC map update. This may be due to an incomplete installation of the SYNC map software. If possible, using the ori…

Bulletin SSM 50375 · Electrical System, Equipment · Dec 2021

Some 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 and/or P0025. This may be due to small debris causing the VCT solenoid to st…

Bulletin SSM 50067 · Electrical System · Aug 2021

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the EXPEDITION EL 4x2. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2017 Ford Expedition EL trims & engines on record

Trims

XLT/King Ranch · Limited · Platinum · XL

Engines

3.5L 6-cyl 365 hp

2017 Ford Expedition EL vehicles on record

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2017 Ford Expedition EL — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Ford Expedition EL have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2017 Ford Expedition EL. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Expedition EL?

Across all 272 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, service brakes, power train.

What is the 2017 Ford Expedition EL safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2017 Ford Expedition EL an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2017 Ford Expedition EL get?

The 2017 Ford Expedition EL has U.S. EPA estimates of 16–17 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2017 Ford Expedition EL worth?

Comparable 2017 Ford Expedition EL listings run roughly $20,995–$39,000, typically around $28,782 (from 20 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.