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2016 Ford Expedition brakes problems

48 complaints (22% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 60,000. 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints
48
of this car's complaints
22%
typical mileage
60,000
crashes
2
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Foundation components: master cylinder
    4
  • Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
    4

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Ford Expedition brakes problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2016 Ford Expedition brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Brake failure 15

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinderReported March 11, 2022 · 195,864 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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 the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Risk
A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter notifying customers of the safety defect were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2022. This recall is an expansion of the federal safety agency recall number 20V‑332. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S11.

Recall number 22V150000 · Recall details

What 2016 Ford Expedition owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 2, 2025 · Brakes · PA

When merging on the highway in the rain the vehicle locked up on me and almost killed me. I could have been seriously injured I could not stop the car and it slid along the highway at high speeds . Luckily was able to get to the shoulder

Filed Dec 18, 2023 · Brakes, Electrical · 140,000 miles · SC

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, a burning odor was detected. The contact later received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 22V150000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 22V648000 (Visibility, Electrical System). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the front blower motor connector and resistor needed to be replaced; however, the parts were not covered under the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the front blower motor connector was previously replaced; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that only the brake master cylinder and front blower motor assembly would be replaced free of charge under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

Filed Feb 17, 2023 · Brakes · 110,000 miles · UT

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop immediately. The contact activated the parking brake to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V150000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed the vehicle with brake master cylinder and brake booster failure. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with hydraulic control unit failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact the vehicle was not covered under the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Feb 16, 2023 · Brakes · UT

Multiple times while driving the vehicle I had trouble getting the brakes to work while driving and needing to slow down or coming to a complete stop. This almost resulted in an accident 2 times. We thought it was the current related to recall 22S11 which we had fixed already in July 2022. However, it is an issue that is not a reported recall at the moment. It is for the Hydrolic Control Unit. Ford will not replace this part at their cost and is forcing me to pay even though it is a major safety issue.

Filed Feb 6, 2023 · Brakes · UT

Hello, on a number of occasions (while driving on the highway and attempting a stop at a light) our brake system has gone unresponsive. It almost caused a collision the other day when I was approaching a red light. What happens is I push the brake, and then it almost feels like there is no resistance whatsoever and it goes soft, then I have to push very hard all the way down (pedal to the metal) on the brake to get it to stop. Ford tells me my vehicle is not part of this recall for brake issues, but it is just a little suspcious that I have the same kind of car where there is a brake recall issue. https://www.consumerreports.org/car-recalls-defects/ford-suv-pickup-recall-brake-concerns-a9762212717/#:~:text=Ford%20Recalls%20SUVs%20and%20Trucks%20With%203.5L%20Engine%20Due%20to%20Brake%20Concerns&text=Ford%20Motor%20Company%20is%20recalling,leak%2C%20eventually%20risking%20a%20crash. Recall #22S11 (22V150000). Did Ford accidentally leave my vehicle off this recall, or has this issue just not been discovered by Ford yet and I am the unlucky first person reporting an issue? This is very dangerous. We take long road trips very frequently in this vehicle.

Filed Jan 18, 2023 · Brakes · NE

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V150000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The local dealer was notified of the recall notice and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Filed Sep 29, 2022 · Brakes · OR

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact received a second recall notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V150000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) advising the contact to contact the dealer for recall repair; however, the dealer informed the contact that they would not complete the recall repair unless the recalled part had failed. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and followed up with the dealer. The manufacturer later informed the contact that the dealer informed them that the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time to complete the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Aug 25, 2022 · Brakes · TX

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V150000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jul 14, 2022 · Brakes · TX

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V150000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed May 25, 2022 · Brakes · 102,000 miles · MD

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V150000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH and pulling into the driveway, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to stop the vehicle as needed. The contact depressed the brake pedal to the floor before the vehicle came to a complete stop. The contact tested the brake pedal the next morning and the brakes completely seized and failed to operate as designed. The vehicle was inoperable and needed to be towed. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Questions about the 2016 Ford Expedition brakes

Does the 2016 Ford Expedition have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 48 complaints about the brakes of the 2016 Ford Expedition, 22% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2016 Ford Expedition brakes problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 60,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2016 Ford Expedition brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 22V150000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Ford Expedition have bad brakes?

The Ford Expedition model years with the most brakes complaints are 1997 (108 complaints), 2003 (87 complaints) and 2017 (75 complaints).

Other 2016 Ford Expedition problems

Engine 39Transmission 36Electrical 33Driver assistance 21Acceleration 20Fuel system 17Visibility 12Airbags 5Steering 5Body 3Seat belts 3Wheels 3Lights 2Suspension 1

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