Most common 2015 Ford Edge problems
Share of the 731 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Ford Edge complaints by model year
Best Edge years: 2023, 2009, 2021. Years to avoid: 2013, 2011, 2017, 2012, 2019. Compare all years →
2015 Ford Edge recalls (7)
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.
Power train › Shift linkage/cable/rod
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022.
Service brakes
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hoses with the new hoses that have a revised braid material, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021.
Steering › Electric power assist system
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 Ford Edge, and 2016 Lincoln MKX vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New…
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear motor bolts and apply a wax sealer. If any of the steering gear motor attachment bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be installed in…
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured February 9, 2015, to August 12, 2016. During dealer servicing, the affected vehicles may be have been updated with incorrect Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module, and update the service software, free of charge. The recall begin November 22, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
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Steering › Electric power assist system
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured February 3, 2012, to March 20, 2015, and 2015 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured February 26, 2015, to February 28, 2015, and originally sold, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana,…
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply sealer and replace the steering gear motor bolts as required. If one or more of the steering gear motor attachment bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be…
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 3 possible defects involving the 2015 Ford Edge:
Loss of braking caused by rear brake hose failure
On October 3, 2024, NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Preliminary Evaluation to investigate instances of rear brake hose ruptures causing a sudden and unexpected loss of braking in model year (MY) 2015-2017 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured by Ford Motor Company.
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited.
Loss of Motive Power
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition on August 5, 2026, requesting a defect investigation into the 2.0 Liter EcoBoost engine on model year 2015-2018 Ford Edge vehicles. The petition alleges that engine coolant intrusion results in a significant loss of engine power, accompanied by an "Engine Coolant Over Temperature" warning message.
What 2015 Ford Edge owners say
Engine & cooling all 213 →
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated after refueling the vehicle, she attempted to start the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to restart. The contact stated that she was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the check engine warning light consistently illuminated while starting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the engine was misfiring. The independent mechanic performed an unknown spark plugs repair; however, the failure persisted, and the contact was referred to the dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be rebuilt or replaced. The dealer replaced the long block, turbo assembly, the oil, and the oil filter and the damaged Evap line. …
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle or while the vehicle was idling, the engine started to sputter, and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was a misfire in the engine. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that cylinder #3 and #4 were misfiring and the spark plugs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred the following day with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was then taken back to the independent mechanic where a borescope test was performed, and it was diagnosed and determined that the reservoir was consuming an excessive amount of coolant. Additionally, there was a crack in the engine and that the engine needed to be replaced. …
Brakes all 133 →
The contact owned a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. There were no warning lights illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the brake pedal felt unusually soft. The contact's vehicle rear-ended another vehicle. The contact was the only occupant in the contact's vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local tow yard. The contact's vehicle was deemed a total loss. A Police report was filed; however, the information was unavailable. In addition, the contact stated that both vehicles involved in the crash were condemned as a total loss. The contact went to the local hospital. The contact sustained injuries to the right thumb ligament, injuries to the left and right wrist; however, the injury to the right wrist was severely painful. …
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a left turn, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle crashed into a guard rail and into the ditch before the vehicle came to a stop. The contact stated that the vehicle was uncontrollable. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle almost crashed into two pedestrians. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then the Auto Body Shop picked up and towed the vehicle to be repaired. A Police report was filed; however, the information was unavailable. The contact sustained injuries to the right shoulder. The contact stated that the shoulder injuries were continuous. …
Transmission & drivetrain all 118 →
The contact owned a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon entering a car wash, she placed the gear shifter into neutral(N); however, the vehicle accelerated on its own. The contact was uncertain if any warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. Due to the failure, her vehicle crashed another vehicle which sent that vehicle into a wall. The side curtain airbags deployed upon impact; however, the driver side air bag only partially deployed. The contact sustained minor scratches and bruises but did not seek medical assistance. The contact expressed that she experienced mental trauma days following the accident. The other driver did not sustain any injuries. A police report was filed. The contact was not notified of any property to the car wash was damaged due to the accident. The vehicle was towed to an independent tow yard and was destroyed. …
The contact owned a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon parking the vehicle in the driveway and taking groceries inside her residence, his wife heard an abnormal clicking sound coming from the vehicle and the vehicle started rolling down the driveway onto the street independently. The contact stated that the vehicle crashed into the neighbor's vehicle that was parked in the driveway across the street, pushing the neighbor's vehicle into the garage where his neighbor was located. The contact's neighbor sustained back injuries and sought medical assistance. A police report was filed. The contact's vehicle was towed to a tow lot, where it was totaled. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that there was no open recall and it was not a known failure. …
2015 Ford Edge engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 20 / 30 / 24 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 20 / 28 / 23 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 18 / 26 / 21 |
| 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 18 / 27 / 21 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 17 / 24 / 20 |
| 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 17 / 24 / 20 |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2015 Ford Edge a good car?
Based on 731 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 Edge rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the Edge at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Ford Edge?
The engine & cooling — 213 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year, most often about cooling system › pump. Next are the brakes (133) and transmission & drivetrain (118).
How many recalls does the 2015 Ford Edge have?
There are 7 recalls for the 2015 Ford Edge, the most recent from September 3, 2025 (camera). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Ford Edge?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2023, 2009 and 2021. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2013, 2011, 2017, 2012 and 2019. See the full Ford Edge years comparison.
At what mileage do 2015 Ford Edge problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 46,000 miles; 52% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.