What should I check before buying 2018 Expedition Max Limited w. 90k miles?

RivalDad · Jun 21, 2024

As title suggests, I’m considering buying my neighbors 2018 Expedition Max Limited w/ 90k miles, what should I check before buying? Is $22k a good deal?

Taking it to my mechanic this morning for a once over. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

JasonH · Jun 21, 2024

Phasers. If they haven't been replaced, they will soon. Struts and shift quality. Some people have zero issues with the 10 speed. Some people have nothing but issues.

99WhiteC5Coupe · Jun 21, 2024

RivalDad said:
As title suggests, I’m considering buying my neighbors 2018 Expedition Max Limited w/ 90k miles, what should I check before buying? Is $22k a good deal?

Taking it to my mechanic this morning for a once over. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

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Ford issued eight safety recalls for the 2018 Expedition models.

Using the VIN of the vehicle you’re looking at, you can check here to see if the recalls have been performed (or if any are outstanding): https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls#vehicle

RivalDad · Jun 21, 2024

JasonH said:
Phasers. If they haven't been replaced, they will soon. Struts and shift quality. Some people have zero issues with the 10 speed. Some people have nothing but issues.

The phasers have not been replaced and it does have the cold start rattle. I’m assuming it’s going to be outside the recall window and that one would be out of pocket.

10 spd seems to be shifting flawlessly.

LegalBrief · Jun 24, 2024

I think they extended the warranty under federal law on the phasers…

Kwood1213 · Jun 24, 2024

RivalDad said:
The phasers have not been replaced and it does have the cold start rattle. I’m assuming it’s going to be outside the recall window and that one would be out of pocket.

10 spd seems to be shifting flawlessly.

I talked to my mechanic, as we're still looking to buy an expedition, and they said their price was $3500 to fix cam phasers. Just something to know if it already has the rattle.

RivalDad · Jun 24, 2024

Kwood1213 said:
I talked to my mechanic, as we're still looking to buy an expedition, and they said their price was $3500 to fix cam phasers. Just something to know if it already has the rattle.

Good to know, thanks!

99WhiteC5Coupe · Jun 24, 2024

LegalBrief said:
I think they extended the warranty under federal law on the phasers…

Tell us more of the engine phasers warranty extension under federal law?

SyndicateZ · Jun 24, 2024

99WhiteC5Coupe said:
Tell us more of the engine phasers warranty extension under federal law?

its not

LegalBrief · Jun 24, 2024

@99WhiteC5Coupe I recall but am not sure.. I recall a warranty extension on the phasers. I think the phaser are covered under emissions warranty but @SyndicateZ may have a better memory then I do.

Dealer should know the answer.

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