Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2015 Ford Edge owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
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. …
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the engine was vibrating abnormally. The failure persisted and an abnormal rattling sound started coming from the engine compartment with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact used a code reader and retrieved a DTC code for a misfire in cylinder #1. The contact replaced the spark plugs; however, the failure persisted. Upon investigation, the contact discovered TSB: 22-229, which the contact linked to the failure. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and it was determined that there was a coolant intrusion into cylinder #1. The contact was informed that the engine long block assembly needed to be replaced and the contact was provided an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN for the failure. …
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The contact slightly released and then depressed the accelerator pedal to drive as needed. The check engine warning light illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that there was coolant leaking into cylinder #1 causing the engine to fail. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The water pump, reservoir, and ignition coils had been replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact learned of a class action lawsuit for the 2.0 EcoBoost engine failing at approximately 100,000 miles. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. …
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving on three separate occasions, the vehicle failed to accelerate upon depression of the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was previously diagnosed with a cracked flex plate, and the flex plate was replaced twice; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal knocking sound and lost motive power upon depression of the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to Customer Satisfaction Program: 22N12. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was provided. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to file a vehicle safety complaint. The vehicle was not repaired. …
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that coolant was leaking into cylinder #1, causing damage to the spark plugs. The mechanic replaced the spark plugs; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the engine misfired due to coolant leaking into cylinder #2, the engine block, and the engine oil, causing damage to the spark plugs again. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that there was sludge in the engine oil and that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. …
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact noticed white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with failed spark plugs. The contact was informed that the spark plugs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under Technical Service Bulletin: 22-2229. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 148,193.
The contact's mother owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact performed a minor service on the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was idling roughly, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact replaced the spark plugs and the valve cover gasket; however, the vehicle was still idling roughly with a misfire coming from cylinder #3. The contact checked the spark plug in cylinder #3 and became aware that engine oil had fouled the plug. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming engine oil, and 1 quart of oil was added after an oil change. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the pistons and piston rings had damaged the cylinders, and recommended that the engine be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated and started flashing. The contact stated that as she slowed for a traffic light the vehicle started to idle rough and the vehicle started to shake. The contact stated that when she came to a stop the vehicle would not move forward when she took her foot off of the brake pedal and depressed the accelerator pedal. The contact drove the vehicle to her residence. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that coolant had intruded into cylinder #1 and #3. The mechanic determined that several engine parts needed to be replaced. The contact did not remember which parts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the message "Engine Coolant Over temperature" was displayed. The contact pulled to the side of the road and opened the hood. Upon inspecting the coolant level, the contact noticed that there was no coolant in the vehicle. The contact stated that she added coolant to the coolant reservoir; however, the coolant leaked. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the head gasket had blown up and that the engine needed to be replaced. The mechanic related the failure to Ford TSB Number: 22-2229. The dealer was notified of the failure and provided an estimated fee for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 106,000.
NHTSA investigations
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.
Engine complaints in other Edge years
Frequently asked questions
How common are engine problems on the 2015 Ford Edge?
NHTSA has 213 complaints about the engine & cooling of the 2015 Ford Edge, 29% of the model year's 731 complaints. The component named most often is cooling system › pump (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2015 Ford Edge engine problems?
No. NHTSA lists no engine & cooling recall for the 2015 Ford Edge, though it has 7 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2015 Ford Edge engine problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 38,000 miles, and 43% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 2 crashes, 1 fire and 1 injury to engine & cooling problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.