2019 Ford Edge problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 751 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Ford Edge, most often about transmission & drivetrain. There are 3 recalls for this model year.

Complaints
751
Recalls
3
Crashes
6
Fires
1
Injuries
3
Median mileage
62,500 mi
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Transmission & Drivetrain is the most-reported problem area, named in 460 of 751 complaints (61%).
  • Engine (183) and fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion (32) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 62,500 mi.
  • Owners reported 6 crashes, 1 fire and 3 injuries.
  • The 2019 Ford Edge has 3 recalls on file.
  • It ranks 5th of 18 Ford Edge model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
  • That is 6% fewer complaints than the 2018 model year (799).

2019 Ford Edge problems by category

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Power train441
Engine157
Unknown or other67
Fuel/propulsion system32
Engine and engine cooling30
Electrical system29
Vehicle speed control20
Seat belts19

When problems happen (mileage)

19Under 10k1810k–30k4930k–60k9260k–100k21100k–150k2150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2019 Ford Edge complaints that list mileage.

2019 Ford Edge recalls (3)

  • Recall 25V442000Jun 27, 2025200,237 vehicles
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

    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.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

  • Recall 20V550000Sep 10, 202097 vehicles
    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect and Lincoln MKX and 2020 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.

    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.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S49.

  • Recall 19V766000Oct 25, 2019366 vehicles
    SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING · SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Edge vehicles. The driver-side seat belt pretensioner anchor may have been improperly crimped, possibly resulting in the seat belt webbing detaching from the anchor in the event of a crash.

    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.

    Remedy: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver's side pretensioner assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S37.

NHTSA 5-Star safety ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2019 Ford Edge SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆
2019 Ford Edge SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆

Recent 2019 Ford Edge complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Oct 5, 2026KYTransmission & Drivetrain
    The vehicle shudders and misses bad at this has been going on for several months. Wehaditscanned by a transmission shop and the said it was spark plug trouble. We replaced them twice and did not fix problem. We had it scanned again and was coil packs which we replaced twice an it did not fix it. Ford dealership did a scan and said it was the torque converter and would be $4000.00 to fix. Transmission shop quoted about 2800.00. They said to wait till mid October because Ford…
    NHTSA complaint #11769169 · source
  2. Filed Sep 30, 2026OKTransmission & Drivetrain
    In late August 2026, I was driving my 2019 Ford Edge SEL (2.0L EcoBoost, AWD, 8F35 8-speed automatic) at approximately 100,085 miles with my young son as a passenger. After coming to a normal stop at a stop sign, the vehicle would not engage any gear when I attempted to pull away. It rolled in neutral, with no drive power, approximately 150 feet past the stop sign before coming to a stop. The rotary shifter then automatically returned itself to Park. The wrench and check…
    NHTSA complaint #11768015 · source
  3. Filed Sep 29, 2026KSTransmission & Drivetrain
    My car is having an extremely hard time accelerating and when it does its shifting rough, shuttering and lagging. I cant tell if the transmission is slipping or if its coil packs and spark plugs but its struggling. It throws no codes which keeps everyones hands tied because we dont even know which direction to go with it. My warranty covers power train but with no codes being thrown, no one is honoring the warranty.
    NHTSA complaint #11767631 · source
  4. Filed Sep 25, 2026MOOther / Unknown
    No accident. The vehicle will jerk and shrugs when accelerating. Losses performance and has a high rpm reading. I'm not sure of the date but it was like 5 months ago. It doesn't do it every time I drive it. More often than not though.
    NHTSA complaint #11766934 · source
  5. Filed Sep 24, 2026OHTransmission & Drivetrain
    •Torque converter failure diagnosed by dealership available for inspection until scheduled repair work. •In danger of complete failure; could cause highway accident if sudden failure or personal danger if broken down along roadways. •Only inspected by dealership service dept. •No indicator lights or warning lamps. I did notice RPM gauge needle jumping slightly several weeks before shudder was felt physically.
    NHTSA complaint #11766609 · source
  6. Filed Sep 19, 2026WITransmission & Drivetrain
    Experienced a shudder when accelerating from a stop, increasing in intensity as time went on. There was no warning lamp or any other indication from the vehicle system that there was a problem. After a few weeks of increasing concerns, I brought the car in to my Ford Dealer for diagnostics. Ford Dealer confirmed this was due to a failing torque converter, which is very common in this vehicle, and a Technical Service Bulletin had just been issued for this. I was advised not…
    NHTSA complaint #11765467 · source
  7. Filed Sep 18, 2026MNTransmission & Drivetrain
    Replaced transmission in April 2025. On 9/14 error messages displayed powertrain failure. 9/15 car would not reverse. At shop pending diagnostic
    NHTSA complaint #11765264 · source
  8. Filed Sep 16, 2026INTransmission & Drivetrain
    Transmission failure, specially torque converter. It's my primary vehicle and my children and I are at risk daily due to delay in the system when accelerating and shuddering. You can't accelerate quickly because the car can't keep up. There is the chance of complete failure while driving putting others and myself at risk of an accident. Due to overheating elements an engine fire is also a valid concern. Other components have started to go bad on the vehicle after this.…
    NHTSA complaint #11764745 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 10, 2026. 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