2012 Ford Edge engine problems

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No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Jul 24, 2026PAEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   Engine keeps throwing sensors and transmission has hard shifting and slips ford is against changing fluid because i have put mileage on it. Loses power at stop of red lights

   NHTSA complaint #11752568 · source
2. Filed Aug 18, 202598,260 miAZEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2012 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, or while the vehicle was parked, the contact observed an abnormal gasoline odor in the vehicle. Additionally, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power while attempting to accelerate, with the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, a "Turbo Boost" message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who…

   NHTSA complaint #11681389 · source
3. Filed Aug 17, 2025AZEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Constant gas smell . Was told there is a fuel tank leak. Also check engine light came on and the codes that came up is for supercharger/ turbo boost.

   NHTSA complaint #11681126 · source
4. Filed Mar 7, 202492,000 miILEngine

   The contact owns a 2012 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the oil pressure warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with engine failure, and it was determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact was advised to…

   NHTSA complaint #11575944 · source
5. Filed Sep 4, 2023IAEngineOther / Unknown

   My engine stopped as I was driving approximately 60 mph on the highway. Weather clear, dry, 90 degrees. I coasted to the side of the road. Engine immediately started. I drove a short distance and the vehicle stalled again. It again started and I drove a short distance to pull into a safe location. As I was waiting for oncoming traffic so I could turn left into a driveway the vehicle stalled in the middle of the road. It again started and I was able to park in a safe…

   NHTSA complaint #11542511 · source
6. Filed Jul 11, 2023MDEngine

   Premature water pump failure. Internal water pump. Inspected by dealer. Safety not put at risk. Confirmed by dealer. No Warning light (CEL) illuminated.

   NHTSA complaint #11531620 · source
7. Filed May 8, 2023136,000 miLABrakesEngine

   The contact owns a 2012 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while attempting to stop the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed and extended to the floorboard. The vehicle failed to immediately stop, nearly causing a rear-end collision with another vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to an independent dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. Additionally, while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would not properly accelerate while depressing the…

   NHTSA complaint #11520962 · source
8. Filed Oct 28, 2022172,000 miPAEngine

   The contact owns a 2012 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed and accelerating, the heater operated then became inoperable. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that coolant was leaking from the water pump and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and…

   NHTSA complaint #11491365 · source
9. Filed Sep 14, 202290,000 miPAEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2012 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the AWD Off message was displayed and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The contact stated that upon shifting to park(P) he was able to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure was occurring intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was test driven; however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11484522 · source
10. Filed Aug 30, 2022PAElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

    While driving. the all wheel drive off and wrench lights up on the car dash screen. The car stalls and comes to stop. If I wait a minute it starts up. It repeatedly does this, then it will be okay for some time before it does again. I’ve. Had it at Ford garage, they say can’t duplicate or find anything on the scanner. It’s dangerous to drive this way. I would appreciate any help you can give me.

    NHTSA complaint #11482121 · source
11. Filed Feb 9, 202227,425 miMITowedEngine

    The contact owns a 2012 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled inadvertently. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was unable to restart and was towed to a tow lot. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately…

    NHTSA complaint #11451175 · source
12. Filed Jan 21, 2022WIEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    Had diagnosis test done and did process of elimination. Said needed ignition coils/ spark plugs did all that plus fuel injector and oxygen sensor put in bran new and check engine still blinking and car stutters. Only 10miles per gallon on car. You can smell fumes inside car severally. Looked on website and said this car had recall on fuel system/ gasoline. So am I able to take in to manufacture and they fix free cuz of seriously dangerous defect. Car could egnite.

    NHTSA complaint #11448299 · source

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