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2021 Ford Expedition visibility problems

23 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 27,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
23
of this car's complaints
9%
typical mileage
27,000
crashes
1
recalls
3

Which part fails

  • Windshield wiper/washer
    1
  • Sun/moon roof assembly
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Ford Expedition visibility problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2021 Ford Expedition visibility

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

Wipers 9

Related recalls

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: linkagesReported March 31, 2026 · 422,613 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2022-2023 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, and F-600 SD vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.
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 on April 1, 2026.

Recall number 26V204000 · Recall details

Visibility: sun/moon roof assemblyReported October 24, 2025 · 174,853 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, 2021-2023 F-150, 2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.
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 beginning October 30, 2025.

Recall number 25V729000 · Recall details

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: linkagesReported April 14, 2022 · 652,996 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150, Expedition, 2020-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.
Risk
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both front windshield wiper arms, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 24, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available 3rd Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S26.

Recall number 22V250000 · Recall details

What 2021 Ford Expedition owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 22, 2026 · Acceleration, Visibility · MN

Wiper switch not working for auto, because switch itself is broken. When accelerating to pass a car the transmission skips/slips and car pauses and gas pedal won't work for 10 seconds. Car basically stalls. Could have caused accident if unable to pass or slide back over behind the car trying to pass.

Filed Jul 4, 2026 · Visibility · NY

Turn.wipers on were slow to move, then just quit, now they don't move at all,all with no warning

Filed May 26, 2026 · Visibility · LA

On two separate occasions while driving on the interstate in the rain, the wipers stopped working. Two of the times they stopped in the up position and once they stopped in the middle of the stroke and it was hard to see. After turning the wiper switch to different settings, the wipers started working again.

Filed Mar 6, 2026 · Visibility · 30,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the moonroof. No warning lights were illuminated. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The contact was notified of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V729000 (Visibility). The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the dealer stated that the cause of the failure was unidentifiable and that the vehicle had passed inspection. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

Filed Sep 19, 2025 · Body, Transmission · GA · crash

While towing a rented trailer from Tractor Supply, the trailer detached because it was not properly secured by store staff. The trailer struck the rear bumper of my 2021 Ford Expedition, causing visible body damage and raising concerns about hidden damage to the drivetrain and transmission due to the sudden force of the impact. After the incident, the vehicle was taken to a Ford dealership for inspection. Documentation exists showing that additional drivetrain and transmission evaluation is needed to determine the full extent of damage. The rear-view camera is also under active the federal safety agency recall (25V048), and its poor image quality complicates safe reversing after the incident. The safety risk is significant: the trailer detachment created a roadway hazard and impact, while the rear camera defect reduces visibility and increases crash risk when backing. The vehicle has been inspected by a Ford dealership and is being reviewed under an insurance claim with Tractor Supply’s insurer. Full documentation of the service visit and inspection is available upon request.

Filed Aug 26, 2025 · Visibility · 19,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH in the rain with the windshield wipers engaged, the driver's side windshield wiper arm was jerking. The contact stated that upon pulling over to the side of the road and inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the driver's side windshield wiper arm was lying on the windshield. The contact removed and placed the part inside the vehicle. After the rain had stopped, the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the driver's side windshield wiper arm needed to be replaced. Additionally, the dealer determined that the passenger's side windshield wiper arm needed to be replaced because the wiper arm had worn out. The dealer ordered the parts. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 19,000.

Filed Feb 24, 2025 · Visibility · 65,000 miles · KY

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH during the snow, the driver's side and passenger’s side windshield wipers ceased to work as intended. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.

Filed Feb 17, 2025 · Visibility · ID

The wiper arms keep popping off the motor. We can pop them back on, but they are still popping off.

Filed Oct 23, 2024 · Visibility · 27,000 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a puddle of blue windshield washer fluid on the ground underneath the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the washer fluid was also coming into the front floorboards of the vehicle. The contact stated that due to the failure, the interior of the vehicle had an awful odor and mold. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. In addition, the contact stated that he had not refilled the windshield washer fluid reservoir in 6 months due to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 27,000.

Filed Feb 1, 2024 · Engine, Visibility · NY

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V250000 (Visibility) and 22V346000 (Engine) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Questions about the 2021 Ford Expedition visibility

Does the 2021 Ford Expedition have visibility problems?

Owners have filed 23 complaints about the visibility of the 2021 Ford Expedition, 9% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2021 Ford Expedition visibility problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 27,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2021 Ford Expedition visibility?

Yes, 3 recalls: 26V204000, 25V729000, 22V250000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Ford Expedition have the most visibility problems?

The Ford Expedition model years with the most visibility complaints are 1999 (123 complaints), 2000 (72 complaints) and 1998 (61 complaints).

Other 2021 Ford Expedition problems

Transmission 114Engine 61Electrical 25Fuel system 14Acceleration 11Body 11Brakes 6Driver assistance 6Seat belts 4Airbags 3Lights 2Steering 2Locks 1Seats 1Suspension 1

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