2016 Ford Edge visibility & wipers problems

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No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Apr 15, 2026MIVisibility & Wipers

   Saw there was a recall for wiper motor defects for Ford Explorer and Escape, per NHTSA Campaign Number 26V117. We had intermittent wiper failure with our 2016 Ford Edge Sport years back, which resulted in Ford repurchasing the vehicle back through the BBB (back in 2019). If carry-over parts / design are similar between the Explorer/Escape & Edge, then you may want to investigate incase the scope of this recall needs to be expanded. Please give me a call if you have any…

   NHTSA complaint #11731337 · source
2. Filed Dec 8, 2025CADriver Assistance & Safety TechVisibility & Wipers

   Manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for my vehicle in a timely manner: Sep 08,2025 Manufacturer Recall Number 25S89 NHTSA Recall Number 25V572 Recall Status Recall Incomplete, remedy not yet available

   NHTSA complaint #11703694 · source
3. Filed Nov 11, 2025WIVisibility & Wipers

   The rear window spontaneously shattered/exploded. The rear defrosted was on as well as the rear wiper. It was 30 degrees outside.

   NHTSA complaint #11698712 · source
4. Filed May 27, 2025MIVisibility & Wipers

   On [XXX], around 7 PM, while my 2016 Ford Edge SEL was parked in front of my apartment, I used the remote start feature to start the vehicle. After activation, the rear window shattered unexpectedly. I could hear the crackling sounds, and the rear window was falling apart. There were no external impacts or visible damage to the window prior to this incident. The vehicle was stationary, and the weather conditions were normal at the time. I went to Elder Ford of Rochester…

   NHTSA complaint #11663260 · source
5. Filed May 22, 202598,009 miILVisibility & Wipers

   The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH on the interstate with the rear windshield defroster engaged, the vehicle made an abnormal, loud popping sound, and the contact noticed that the rear window had shattered. The contact drove under an underpass, switched lanes, and pulled over safely. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact called the local dealer, who confirmed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was…

   NHTSA complaint #11662509 · source
6. Filed Apr 15, 202471,000 miFLVisibility & Wipers

   The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact's daughter opened the partition for the panoramic sunroof and discovered that the rear stationary panel of the panoramic roof had developed several, spider web cracks along the edge of the glass. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the vehicle was out of warranty and the contact was provided an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided a case number. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11583028 · source
7. Filed Feb 6, 2024NEVisibility & Wipers

   Rear window suddenly shattered while driving . No other vehicles around . Entire windshield shattered and pieces are now falling into back hatch area . There were no passengers with me at the time . This renders the car not safe to drive . I was pulling into my driveway but had I been out on the highway (In January) this would soon become an issue of exposure to below freezing temperatures. Ford claims they have never heard of this when I’m finding other reports of this…

   NHTSA complaint #11570328 · source
8. Filed Jan 27, 2023NYVisibility & Wipers

   Back windshield - not available for inspection as I have had it repaired already. Back windshield shattered/exploded sounded like a balloon being blown up too much and then popped - hazard to when someone is physically driving the vehicle and has no idea what just happened Inspected by insurance reps No warnings besides at the time it happened I heard a strange blowing noise After glass broke and was replaced multiple shards of glass jammed the trunk lock making it unable to…

   NHTSA complaint #11503946 · source
9. Filed Jan 27, 2023WIVisibility & Wipers

   Rear window breaking for no apparent issue. Broke on me over night sitting parked. Could break on someone driving dow the road and cause an accident.

   NHTSA complaint #11503938 · source
10. Filed Dec 8, 2022ORVisibility & Wipers

    Panoramic sun roof suddenly cracked. Nothing hit it. Had it shattered while on the freeway it could have caused safety issues with the driver maintaining control of the vehicle. Not to mention injuries to any rear seat passengers.

    NHTSA complaint #11496600 · source
11. Filed Nov 16, 202263,000 miFLVisibility & Wipers

    The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that after entering the vehicle and opening the interior sunshade panel, it was discovered that the glass sunroof had cracked in multiple places. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and the contact was informed that the glass sunroof needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure, but no assistance was…

    NHTSA complaint #11493788 · source
12. Filed Jan 18, 202286,000 miINVisibility & Wipers

    The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon entering her garage, there were shards of glass near the rear end of the vehicle. Upon further inspection, she discovered that the broken glass came from the rear windshield. The contact stated that the failure occurred without incident. The contact initially called the dealer and they informed her that they were unaware of such failure; they also informed her that there were no recalls on her vehicle. The…

    NHTSA complaint #11447833 · 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