Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 44 | −19% | 2 | Collision Avoidance | Average |
| 2023 | 23 | −77% | 4 | Electrical | Good |
| 2022 | 133 | typical | 5 | Transmission | Average |
| 2021 | 114 | −62% | 7 | Transmission | Good |
| 2020 | 325 | −25% | 4 | Transmission | Average |
| 2019 | 772 | 1.6× | 3 | Transmission | Caution |
| 2018 | 846 | 1.5× | 7 | Engine | Caution |
| 2017 | 1,374 | 2.3× | 8 | Engine | Avoid |
| 2016 | 926 | 1.3× | 7 | Engine | Average |
| 2015 | 731 | typical | 7 | Engine | Average |
| 2014 | 383 | −58% | 3 | Brake | Good |
| 2013 | 2,447 | 3.6× | 2 | Electrical | Avoid |
| 2012 | 1,134 | 1.8× | 3 | Electrical | Caution |
| 2011 | 1,803 | 2.7× | 3 | Electrical | Avoid |
| 2010 | 673 | −19% | 6 | Airbag | Average |
| 2009 | 261 | −76% | 6 | Airbag | Good |
| 2008 | 1,120 | −16% | 6 | Airbag | Average |
| 2007 | 989 | −29% | 5 | Airbag | Average |
* Complaints compared with the median Edge year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Ford Edge problems
Latest Ford Edge recalls
Back over prevention › Software
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Ford Bronco and 2021-2024 Ford Edge vehicles. The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) may overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.
Remedy: The APIM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332.
Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses and adjust brake jounce hoses with no damage present, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026.
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…
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.
Back over prevention › Software
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles.
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Ford Edge should you avoid?
2013, 2011, 2017, 2012, 2019 and 2018 — these years have the most complaints relative to other Edge years at the same age, led by electrical system problems in the 2013.
What is the best year for the Ford Edge?
2023 has the fewest complaints compared with other Edge years at the same age, followed by 2009 and 2021. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Ford Edge problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the engine & cooling (3,163), electrical system (2,618) and brakes (2,270). Engine complaints peak in the 2017 model year.
How many recalls has the Ford Edge had?
43 recalls across 2007–2024. The model year with the most is 2017. See all Ford Edge recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.