Ford Edge problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 6,436 owner complaints and 42 recalls on file for the Ford Edge (2007–2024). The 2017 Edge has the most serious complaints, most often about engine.

Complaints
6,436
Recalls
42
Model years
18
Worst year
2017

Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Ford Edge model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Ford Edge years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2017 Ford Edge — 1,290 complaints, 19 crashes; top problem: Engine
  2. 2018 Ford Edge — 799 complaints, 12 crashes, 3 fires; top problem: Engine
  3. 2013 Ford Edge — 712 complaints, 16 crashes, 2 fires; top problem: Brakes
  4. 2016 Ford Edge — 728 complaints, 11 crashes, 2 fires; top problem: Engine
  5. 2019 Ford Edge — 751 complaints, 6 crashes, 1 fire; top problem: Transmission & Drivetrain

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2023 (23 complaints).

Every Ford Edge model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2024 Edge445052Electrical System
2023 Edge231014Electrical System
2022 Edge13290155Transmission & Drivetrain
2021 Edge1124117Transmission & Drivetrain
2020 Edge324121154Transmission & Drivetrain
2019 Edge7516133Transmission & Drivetrain
2018 Edge799123157Engine
2017 Edge1,290190148Engine
2016 Edge728112117Engine
2015 Edge447132107Engine
2014 Edge2178083Brakes
2013 Edge712162192Brakes
2012 Edge1914143Brakes
2011 Edge3414013Brakes
2010 Edge1115036Brakes
2009 Edge522326Airbags
2008 Edge884275Transmission & Drivetrain
2007 Edge742515Transmission & Drivetrain

Most common Ford Edge problem areas (all years)

  • Engine
    2,424 complaints
  • Brakes
    1,380 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    1,267 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    421 complaints
  • Electrical System
    412 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    244 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    194 complaints
  • Visibility & Wipers
    150 complaints
  • Steering
    139 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    116 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Ford Edge received by NHTSA each month.

Ford Edge recalls

  • Recall 26V124000Mar 3, 2026849,310 vehiclesModel years 2021–2024

    Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V572000Sep 3, 20251,456,417 vehiclesModel years 2015–2018

    Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V544000Aug 22, 2025499,129 vehiclesModel years 2015–2018

    Risk: A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V442000Jun 27, 2025200,237 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020

    Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V315000May 9, 20251,076,138 vehiclesModel years 2021–2024

    Risk: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V160000Mar 14, 20252,290 vehiclesModel years 2021–2022

    Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 24V635000Aug 23, 202490,736 vehiclesModel years 2021–2022

    Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V596000Aug 25, 20238,523 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: A headlight that is too bright or aimed incorrectly may cause a glare to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V198000Mar 24, 202319 vehiclesModel years 2023

    Risk: A child that is not properly restrained during a crash can have an increased risk of injury.

  • Recall 22V413000Jun 10, 20222,925,968 vehiclesModel years 2015–2018

    Risk: A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.

  • Recall 22V151000Mar 11, 202278,376 vehiclesModel years 2021–2022

    Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V377000May 24, 202182 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: A seatbelt assembly that does not function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

  • Recall 21V158000Mar 10, 20212,602,668 vehiclesModel years 2007–2010

    Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 21V081000Feb 16, 20211,067 vehiclesModel years 2007–2010

    Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the frontal air bag, an inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 21V011000Jan 15, 2021147 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: If the rear drive unit seizes, there may be a loss of drive and/or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V692000Nov 10, 202015,587 vehiclesModel years 2014

    Risk: The failed bracket could result in a loss of park function which can cause unintended vehicle movement, and loss of motive power while driving which increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V575000Sep 23, 2020620,246 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V550000Sep 10, 202097 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020

    Risk: Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission fluid leak and may progress to a loss of transmission function. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.

  • Recall 20V469000Aug 10, 2020488,594 vehiclesModel years 2015–2018

    Risk: A ruptured front brake hose will cause a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V766000Oct 25, 2019366 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: In the event of a crash, seat belt webbing that detaches from the anchor will not properly restrain the driver, increasing their risk of injury.

  • Recall 19V632000Aug 29, 2019116,160 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016

    Risk: If the bolts corrode, the steering gear motor may detach from the gear housing resulting in a loss of power steering assist, requiring a greater steering effort, especially at lower speeds, and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V001000Jan 7, 2019782,384 vehiclesDo not driveModel years 2010

    Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Recall 18V612000Sep 11, 2018503 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: If the doors open in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury.

  • Recall 18V548000Aug 20, 201887 vehiclesModel years 2018

    Risk: An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 18V390000Jun 11, 201825 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.

Other Ford models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology