2020 Ford Edge electrical system problems

Related recalls

No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Jul 29, 2026MIDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemSteering

   While driving the HVAC stops working, radio locks at current setting (cannot turn volume up or down, etc.), screen goes blank or locks, windows do not open or close. Their are multiple warnings about sensors not working. Malfunctioning driver assist jerks wheel when driving through a restaraunt drive-thru. Had the sensor replaced for the adaptive cruise control and it did not correct the cruise issue. The issue initially started with the monitor screen going blank randomly…

   NHTSA complaint #11753565 · source
2. Filed Jul 7, 2026OKDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   I was on a highway going 75 and my car just slowed down and i was in front of a semi truck then the gears wouldn’t shift i was stalled in that lane everything else worked but the gears wouldn’t shift into place i got it in neutral and pushed it to the side

   NHTSA complaint #11748766 · source
3. Filed Jun 23, 2026NMDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemEngine

   Complainant: [XXX] Vehicle: 2020 Ford Edge VIN: [XXX] Current Mileage: Approx. 152,000 miles Target of Complaint: Ford Motor Company / [Don Chalmers Ford] Subject: Request for Goodwill Financial Assistance Due to Documented, Inherent Transmission Manufacturing Defect I am filing this dispute to request financial assistance/cost-sharing from Ford Motor Company for a total transmission failure on my 2020 Ford Edge. While the vehicle is past its standard powertrain warranty,…

   NHTSA complaint #11745831 · source
4. Filed Mar 23, 2026NVElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   Transmission Fluid Leak/Fire Risk (Recall 20S49): Certain 2020 Edge models have missing or loose bolts on the start/stop accumulator endcap, which can cause a leak and increase the risk of fire. Rearview Camera Failure (Recall 20V572000): A common issue where the rear camera may display a blank or distorted image, failing to comply with safety standards. Driveshaft Seizure (Recall 21S43): A potential lack of lubrication in the rear drive unit can cause it to seize, leading…

   NHTSA complaint #11726322 · source
5. Filed Jan 31, 2026PAElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Safety Defects and Mechanical Failures My 2020 Ford Edge (VIN: [XXX] ) is plagued by systemic safety defects that render it unroadworthy under Pennsylvania law (37 Pa. Code § 301.2).[1, 2] The 8F35 transmission suffers from a documented "shudder" and loss of motive power (TSB 21-2389), creating a high risk of collisions in traffic.[3, 4, 5] Additionally, the vehicle is subject to critical federal recalls: Recall 21S02 (21V-011) regarding sudden rear axle seizure [6, 7, 8]…

   NHTSA complaint #11714634 · source
6. Filed Nov 7, 2025FLElectrical SystemEngine

   The push button start stopped functioning and the car could not be started, leaving me stranded late at night. This problem was inspected by Tamiami Ford, Naples, Florida in April, 2025 and the dealer could not determine the cause or fix it. Meanwhile, the intermittent problem is now frequent and the car is totally unreliable.

   NHTSA complaint #11698218 · source
7. Filed Nov 3, 2025IAElectrical SystemEngineVisibility & Wipers

   Is cutting out when going, camera is failing, heated mirrors are not working, 10 codes are showing up on mechanics scan tool. Took to ford dealership they disregarded my concern and only changed differential fluid for a weird sound concern that is already on a recall but didn’t include this vin and didn’t check for any other diagnosis. Been to 3 shops nobody is figuring it out.

   NHTSA complaint #11697101 · source
8. Filed Sep 29, 2025OHElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   10/2022 2yrs owning and around 50,000 miles the all wheel drive went out due to a sensor thats not protected from the elements and of course not covered under the warranty and $900.00 dollars later they install a new one that wasn't updated in order to prevent this from happening again. 9/2/2025 3yrs later and 88,000 miles now the torque converter is going out which i was told by the ford technician that they have been seeing this alot. Of course my warranty is gone even the…

   NHTSA complaint #11690390 · source
9. Filed Sep 26, 2025OKElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   Transmission issuse, jerking and shuttering. Not going in reverse and then not going in park. Transmission needs replaced now.

   NHTSA complaint #11689945 · source
10. Filed Sep 26, 202580,000 miKSElectrical System

    The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was jerking erratically. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that it was a safety hazard while taking the kids to school and picking up the kids from school. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact referenced a Technical Services…

    NHTSA complaint #11689840 · source
11. Filed Aug 22, 2025VTDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

    The pre-collision Camera Stopped working. I was given a notice on my dashboard and had to repeat cancel 2 warnings that that indicated the front collision camera was no longer working. I brought it to G Stone Ford dealership in Vermont , which confirmed the camera had to be replaced. Because of the seriousness of the defective camera, I did have to have it replaced. I was concerned that the camera broke down much too early, as my mileage was only 20,235 miles. The invoice…

    NHTSA complaint #11682410 · source
12. Filed Aug 12, 2025CADriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

    The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V442000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while his wife was operating the vehicle, the rearview camera displayed a distorted image while in reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure obstructed the driver's visibility, which prevented the driver from safely operating the vehicle. In addition, the…

    NHTSA complaint #11680129 · 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