# Recalls that may apply to the 2012 Ford Expedition

A recall listed here may apply to a vehicle of this year, make and model. Only the manufacturer can say whether it applies to one vehicle: check the VIN with the official lookups.

## United States (NHTSA), as of 2026-10-19

- [16V248000](/recalls/nhtsa/16V248000.md), 2016-04-27: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. Ford Motor Company \(Ford\) is recalling certain model year 2011\-2012 Ford F\-150 trucks, 2012 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Mustang vehicles.  The affected vehicles are equipped with an automatic transmission that may unexpectedly downshift to first gear, regardless of vehicle speed. Built 2011\-08\-26 to 2012\-09\-10.
- [12V190000](/recalls/nhtsa/12V190000.md), 2012-05-03: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE \(TCM/PCM/TECM\). FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011\-2012 FORD F\-150, 2012 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR, AND 2012\-2013 MUSTANG VEHICLES, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NOS. 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE, STARTER INTERLOCK, AND TRANSMISSION BRAKING EFFECT" AND 108 “LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.”  THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR \(TRS\) THAT WAS CALIBRATED OUT OF SPECIFICATION FOR REVERSE GEAR. Built 2011\-10\-19 to 2011\-12\-17.
- [12V034000](/recalls/nhtsa/12V034000.md), 2012-02-02: SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY. FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM   NOVEMBER 19, 2011, THROUGH DECEMBER 2, 2011, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 202, "HEAD RESTRAINTS."  THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE INADEQUATE WELDS ON THE HEAD RESTRAINT SUPPORT BRACKETS FOR THE SECOND ROW, RIGHT\-HAND SEAT. Built 2011\-11\-19 to 2011\-12\-02.

## Canada (Transport Canada), as of 2026-10-19

- [2016183](/recalls/tc/2016183.md), 2016-04-26: Powertrain. Certain vehicles equipped with a 6\-speed automatic transmission may experience an intermittent loss of the Transmission Output\-shaft Speed Sensor \(OSS\) signal to the Power Control Module.  This could potentially cause an unintended downshift into first gear, which depending on vehicle speed at the time of the downshift, may cause the rear tires to slide or lock up until the vehicle slows. This may result in a loss of vehicle control without warning, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will reprogram the Powertrain Control Module with updated software.
- [2012149](/recalls/tc/2012149.md), 2012-05-01: Powertrain. Certain vehicles may have been equipped with an incorrectly manufactured Transmission Range Sensor.  In some instances, when the shift lever is placed in the "R" position, signal may not be provided to the electronic transmission range indicator "PRNDL" for "R" illumination and/or for backup lamp activation.  Should the backup lamps fail to illuminate, the driver's intentions to reverse may not be conveyed clearly to other motorists and/or pedestrians, which could result in property damage and/or personal injury.  Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the Transmission Range Sensor.
- [2012028](/recalls/tc/2012028.md), 2012-01-30: Seats And Restraints. On certain vehicles, the second row right\-hand seat may have been manufactured incorrectly.  Improper weld penetration between the head restraint guide sleeve tube and the seat back frame could allow the headrest to fail during a rear\-end vehicle crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.  Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat back frame for the second row right\-hand seat.

## Check a VIN

- [NHTSA recall lookup by VIN, United States](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls)
- [Transport Canada recall search, Canada](https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/VRDB-BDRV/search-recherche/menu.aspx?lang=eng)

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