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ProblemsByVinFile / 2006-FORD-EXPEDITIONNHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2006 · Ford
Ford Expedition problems
299 owner complaints and 3 active recall campaigns on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.
Reliability score
6.6 / 10
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
0
Critical
3
Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2006 Expedition?
Acceptable — with caveats
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
Reliability score 6.6/10 — around the segment average
3 recall campaigns on file
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2006 Expedition· electrical
Engine frequently goes in to engine failsafe mode. This happens typically when the car is being lightly throttled such as around corners or in rush hour traffic. The car restarts fine, but must be completely turned off, which disables airbags, makes power steering and power…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Ford expedition. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the fail safe warning indicator illuminated as the engine stalled. The contact stated that the vehicle had to be shifted into the park position in order to be restarted. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Ford expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to stop at a traffic stop, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the throttle body was defective and needed to be replaced. The…
Twice in last week, driving at slow speed and "engine fail safe mode" light comes on. Lost power, braking, and steering. Forced to put car in neutral while car was rolling to restart. Rolled right thru stop sign. Restarted fine, luckily. In second event, almost got hit when…
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Certain tradesonic combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during july 2006. Owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.
On certain sport utility vehicles, the front and rear tires on the driver's side of affected vehicles may have been damaged at the center tread during production
Over time, the damage may be sufficient to allow belt corrosion ultimately leading to a tread separation, which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect all four tires (to ensure inspection of the left hand side tires that may have been rotated to the other side of the vehicle) for tire tread damage and, if necessary, replace the damaged tire. The recall began on july 13, 2005. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Common questions
Is the 2006 Ford Expedition reliable?
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.6 out of 10 based on 299 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2006 Ford Expedition has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
Should you avoid the 2006 Ford Expedition?
The 2006 Ford Expedition is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 6.6/10 — around the segment average; 3 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2006 Ford Expedition?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 131 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 86,782 miles. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 102,477 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Ford Expedition has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2006 Ford Expedition?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 299 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Ford/Expedition.
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