2011 Ford Edge driver assistance & safety tech problems
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
27 owners have reported driver assistance & safety tech problems with the 2011 Ford Edge, 8% of all complaints about this model year. The typical problem appeared around 101,000 mi.
- Driver Assistance & Safety Tech complaints
- 27
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Related recalls
- 0
- Median mileage
- 101,000 mi
Specific components reported
Driver Assistance & Safety Tech covers: Automatic emergency braking, lane keeping, backup camera, stability and traction control.
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| Back over prevention: sensing system: camera | 9 |
| Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking | 4 |
| Back over prevention | 4 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 3 |
| Back over prevention: warnings | 3 |
| Lane departure: blind spot detection | 3 |
| Back over prevention: rearview system braking | 2 |
| Traction control system | 1 |
Driver Assistance & Safety Tech complaints across Ford Edge years
Mileage when the problem appeared
Related recalls
No recalls on file.
What owners say
- Filed Sep 10, 2025ORDriver Assistance & Safety TechOther / Unknown
My camera has been upside down and or blank or won't show anything half the time and took to the dealer and they said they cant fix it because software issue but Ford has recalled other cars cameras for the same issue. Can't see behind me very well due to camera malfunction almost every time in reverse.
NHTSA complaint #11686407 · source - Filed Jul 7, 2025CADriver Assistance & Safety Tech
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the back over prevention camera was activated, the image was displayed upside down or there was no image displayed. The contact stated that the camera display a gray and black screen. The failure occurred intermittently at first but became persistent over time. The contact stated that the failure occurred while the transmission was shifted into reverse. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or…
NHTSA complaint #11671645 · source - Filed Jul 5, 2025ARDriver Assistance & Safety TechVisibility & Wipers
My rearview camera images are upside down, and sometimes do not display when reversing, just as the recall they are having on the newer models right now.
NHTSA complaint #11671353 · source - Filed Jun 6, 2025160,000 miINDriver Assistance & Safety Tech
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera displayed a blank or upside-down image. The contact stated that the rearview camera had previously been replaced, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
NHTSA complaint #11665313 · source - Filed Feb 19, 2025140,000 miIDDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the infotainment screen touchpad was engaging functions independently. Additionally, the contact stated the rearview camera and the GPS were intermittently inoperable. The contact replaced the Image Processing Module (IPM); however, the failure persisted. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the AWD and cruise control modes disengaged unintendedly. The contact stated that messages indicating that the…
NHTSA complaint #11643657 · source - Filed Jan 18, 2025INDriver Assistance & Safety Tech
Rear backup camera is not working telling me to contact ford dealership when I'm backing up and is delayed on showing it I've tried resetting it and it still don't work
NHTSA complaint #11636849 · source - Filed Dec 18, 2024147,000 miTNBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety Tech
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle jerked while coming to a stop and made an abnormal sound. The ABS failure and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The failure also occurred while reversing. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the ABS module had failed and needed to be replaced. The…
NHTSA complaint #11631419 · source - Filed Dec 17, 2024INBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety Tech
Brakes they do not stop it is available for inspection , I was on the highway when the brake pedal went to the floor and I had to roll to stop and yes Jtr repair has confirmed the master cylinder and ABS SUSTEM IS FAULTY no warning it just happened and it happened about a week ago the car is currently parked
NHTSA complaint #11631198 · source - Filed Nov 18, 2024103,000 miPADriver Assistance & Safety Tech
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated when the vehicle was shifted into reverse(R), the rearview camera image was distorted. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent and that there was no warning light illuminated. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.
NHTSA complaint #11625850 · source - Filed Oct 28, 2024CODriver Assistance & Safety Tech
NHTSA Request #1576215 | Ford Motor Company [XXX] I am filing a complaint as suggested by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Vehicle Safety Hotline Information Center. My 2011 Ford Edge is experiencing the same symptoms as indicated in a safety recall for failure of the backup camera, however my vehicle/equipment is not included in the recall. The camera was replaced and paid for out of pocket in 2021 due to the same issue. I requested that Ford Motor Company provide a…
NHTSA complaint #11622364 · source - Filed Feb 14, 2024TXBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety Tech
There is a CSP 13N02 regading an issue my vehicle currently experincing and is at the dealer for repairs. Im being told Ford issued this CSP for customers with the 2010-2014 Ford Edge but his VIN was not included. I'm being quoted out of pocket almost 2 grand for this repair. My Break pedal goes all the way down to the floor bed having to put a lot of effort in stopping the vehicle. Per the CSP 13N02 If your vehicle is not serviced, the tear will eventually expand and the…
NHTSA complaint #11571931 · source - Filed Dec 13, 2023OHDriver Assistance & Safety Tech
Have a 2011 Ford Edge Limited purchased new from a local Ford dealer. Seems like Ford has had issues with the backup cameras in all models that cameras have been available since 2007, have resisted and continues not to issue a safety recall. Since 2018 NHTSA have required backup cameras as safety equipment in all vehicles. This camera issues is definitely a safety issue. Ford and its dealer will not addressed it unless they charge and excessive amount for the repair running…
NHTSA complaint #11559913 · source
Other 2011 Ford Edge problem areas
- Brakes (180)
- Electrical System (53)
- Other / Unknown (52)
- Body & Structure (27)
- Engine (22)
- Lighting (15)
- Transmission & Drivetrain (13)
- Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion (12)
- Visibility & Wipers (6)
- Wheels & Tires (3)
- Acceleration & Cruise Control (3)
- Suspension (2)
- Steering (2)
- Seats & Seat Belts (2)
- Airbags (2)
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. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology