Overview
- Ford is recalling 548,463 2018–2024 Ford Expedition SUVs because chrome-plated center-console trim can bubble and peel, producing sharp edges that can cut occupants.
- The company told regulators it is aware of 65 injuries and one crash tied to the peeling trim and logged thousands of warranty claims, field reports, and customer calls while investigating the defect.
- Owners will receive interim notification letters starting June 29 and will get remedy letters once replacement consoles are available, with Ford targeting January 2027 for the fix and dealer inspections and replacements at no charge.
- Ford attributes the fault to supplier-made trim that did not meet its specifications and identified Xin Point and Forvia as the parts manufacturers listed in the recall filing.
- The Expedition campaign adds to a wave of high-volume Ford recalls in 2026 that have raised regulatory scrutiny, increased warranty costs, and put pressure on the company's broader quality and product timelines.