Ford Edge complaints by model year
14,053 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 44 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | 23 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2022 | 131 | 9 | 0 | 5 |
| 2021 | 111 | 4 | 1 | 7 |
| 2020 | 320 | 12 | 1 | 4 |
| 2019 | 769 | 7 | 1 | 3 |
| 2018 | 833 | 17 | 3 | 7 |
| 2017 | 1,367 | 26 | 1 | 8 |
| 2016 | 917 | 17 | 3 | 7 |
| 2015 | 727 | 18 | 3 | 7 |
| 2014 | 382 | 14 | 0 | 3 |
| 2013 | 2,446 | 33 | 7 | 2 |
| 2012 | 1,134 | 26 | 5 | 3 |
| 2011 | 1,803 | 23 | 4 | 3 |
| 2010 | 673 | 28 | 3 | 6 |
| 2009 | 261 | 6 | 5 | 6 |
| 2008 | 1,120 | 39 | 15 | 6 |
| 2007 | 989 | 16 | 22 | 5 |
| 2004 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2015–2024. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 192 | 325 | 695 | 457 | 158 | 49 | 11 | 13 | 2 | 2 |
| Power train | 118 | 88 | 148 | 82 | 461 | 187 | 35 | 44 | 5 | 5 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 24 | 89 | 266 | 176 | 34 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 133 | 157 | 208 | 32 | 13 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 111 | 71 | 82 | 40 | 75 | 49 | 18 | 24 | 4 | 9 |
| Electrical system | 53 | 38 | 26 | 36 | 34 | 25 | 14 | 18 | 8 | 8 |
| Back over prevention | 37 | 30 | 43 | 24 | 7 | 13 | 21 | 20 | 0 | 7 |
| Steering | 41 | 102 | 24 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Ford Edge recalls (43)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Edge model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V124000 | Mar 3, 2026 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display | 2021–2024 | 85.7% |
| 25V572000 | Sep 3, 2025 | Blank or Distorted Rearview Camera Image | 2015–2018 | 15.4% |
| 25V544000 | Aug 22, 2025 | Rear Brake Hose May Rupture | 2015–2018 | — |
| 25V442000 | Jun 27, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display | 2019, 2020 | 54.8% |
| 25V315000 | May 9, 2025 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display | 2021–2024 | 90.4% |
| 25V160000 | Mar 14, 2025 | Blank or Distorted Rearview Camera Image | 2021, 2022 | 17.2% |
| 24V635000 | Aug 23, 2024 | Engine Intake Valves May Break | 2021, 2022 | 62.9% |
| 23V596000 | Aug 25, 2023 | Front Right Headlight is Too Bright/FMVSS 108 | 2023 | 88.2% |
| 23V198000 | Mar 24, 2023 | Insufficient Welds on Child Seat Tethers/FMVSS 225 | 2023 | 89.5% |
| 22V413000 | Jun 10, 2022 | Unintentional Rollaway Due to Detached Shift Cable | 2015–2018 | 70.3% |
| 22V151000 | Mar 11, 2022 | Blank or Distorted Rearview Camera Image | 2021, 2022 | 97.9% |
| 21V377000 | May 24, 2021 | Driver's Seatbelt Assembly Malfunction | 2021 | 90.2% |
| 21V158000 | Mar 10, 2021 | Driver's Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2007–2010 | 35.2% |
| 21V081000 | Feb 16, 2021 | Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2007–2010 | 42.8% |
| 21V011000 | Jan 15, 2021 | Inadequate Lubrication In Rear Drive Unit | 2020, 2021 | 95.9% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2023 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2022 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2021 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2020 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2019 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2018 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2017 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2016 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2015 | ★★★★★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2014 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
| 2013 | ★★★★☆ | 3★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv fwd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Ford Edge FAQ
How many recalls has the Ford Edge had?
NHTSA lists 43 recall campaigns that cover at least one Ford Edge model year from 2004 to 2024. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Ford Edge year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2013 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (2,446) and the 2021 the fewest (111). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Ford Edge problems?
Across the 2015–2024 model years, owners most often name the engine, power train, engine and engine cooling in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Ford Edge get?
EPA rates the 2024 Ford Edge at 21 to 23 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.