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2021 Ford

Expedition 2WD

Auto (S10), 6 cyl, 3.5 L, Turbo

Ford Expedition: best and worst years
2021 Ford Expedition 2WD (photo 1 of 2)

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Overview

Body
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S10)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
375
Power to weight
0.067 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.31
Cyl
6EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
23 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
17 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
19 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$3,300EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂
456 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
3/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
5/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
210 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
80 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
76 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
122 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
5,624 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

⚠ This model year has a recall advising owners to park outside or away from structures (fire risk). Check with the manufacturer.

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Optional
Lane-departure warning
Optional
Recalls
10
Owner complaints
197
Reported injuries
4

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • POWER TRAIN34%
  • ENGINE20%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER10%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM9%
  • VISIBILITY5%
  • VISIBILITY/WIPER3%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 256 total.

Ford Expedition: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

137 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Apr 2, 2026LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTIONSSM 54720

    Various 2020-2026 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with blind spot information system (BLIS) may experience an inoperative blind spot monitoring with a "Blind Spot System Fault" message displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC). This may also be accompanied by diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) B118C:11 and/or B118C:15 stored in the driver door module (DDM), and/or B118D:11 and/or B118D:15 stored in the passenger door module (PDM). This may be due to the wiring connector from the mirror to

  • Apr 2, 2026POWER TRAINSSM 54719

    For 20212026 vehicles equipped with the 10R80 transmission, a new Transmission Clutch Circuit Leak Test has been introduced in the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS). This test utilizes the pressure and vacuum transducer (PVT) when available. When referred to a specific clutch (A-F) test by a pinpoint test in Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01 > Diagnosis and Testing, the Clutch Assembly tests have been updated with a hyperlink to the new Transmission Line Pressure Test - Pressure Va

  • Mar 25, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHER25N17

    Advance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Rear View Camera Replacement If Required After Dealer Evaluation

  • Mar 19, 2026POWER TRAINSSM 54674

    For 2021-2026 vehicles equipped with the 10R80 transmission, a new Transmission Clutch Circuit Leak Test has been introduced in the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS). This test utilizes the pressure and vacuum transducer (PVT) when available. The Workshop Manual (WSM) has been updated under Section 307-01 > Diagnosis and Testing to include this procedure. The new test improves the accuracy of detecting leaks within transmission fluid circuits and replaces the previous air check method.

  • Feb 17, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSSM 54589

    Some 2019-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC3 may experience various connectivity concerns with The Ford App Lincoln App including but not limited to: missing activation prompt pop-upon the vehicle's center display screen when attempting to activate vehicle through The Ford App Lincoln App, incorrect location global positioning system GPS reported through The Ford App Lincoln App, problems with remote commands being performed through The Ford App Lincoln App and or incorrect data

  • Dec 2, 2025UNKNOWN OR OTHER25L02

    Special Field Action 25L02 Certain 2017-2024 Model Year California Emissions-Certified Vehicles Transmission Control Assembly Reimbursement

  • Nov 20, 2025POWER TRAINSSM 54392

    Some 2021-2025 F-150/Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost engine may exhibit diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0299 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM) and may also exhibit a rattle noise from the turbocharger. This may be due to the wastegate actuator rod being disconnected. Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-04 Fuel Charging and Controls > Turbocharger has been added to address this condition to allow servicing of the turbocharger actuator rod. In addition, the wa

  • Nov 12, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSSM 54366

    Some 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 and/or P0025. Pinpoint test HK in the Powertrain Control and Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) or in Section 303-14 of the Workshop Manual (WSM) has been updated to address this concern.

  • and 129 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.