Most common 2017 Ford Edge problems
Share of the 1,374 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 →
2017 Ford Edge recalls (8)
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.
Power train › Automatic transmission › Torque converter
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Edge and 2017 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Power train › Automatic transmission › Torque converter
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Remedy: Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
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Structure › Body › Roof and pillars
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Edge vehicles equipped with the optional Panoramic Vista Roof. These vehicles may have an improperly welded windshield header, reducing the vehicle's lateral structural integrity.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will repair the windshield header, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 17C05.
Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles and 2017 Lincoln Continental vehicles. In the event of a crash, the driver's frontal air bag may not fully inflate or the air bag cushion may detach from the air bag module.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began June 16, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 3 possible defects involving the 2017 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 2017 Ford Edge owners say
Engine & cooling all 902 →
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that when the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for routine maintenance, the mechanic diagnosed that an ignition coil needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that after starting the vehicle, the vehicle was shuddering with blue smoke coming from the exhaust. Additionally, the contact also noticed that there was rapid coolant loss without a leak. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic, where the contact was advised to take the vehicle to a local dealer for further diagnostic tests. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that another coil needed to be replaced. …
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 45-55 MPH, the A/C started blowing hot air and the vehicle was jerking. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure could not be duplicated; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that coolant was added to the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times while driving, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic several times, and the oxygen sensors, the purge valve, the ignition coils, and the spark plugs were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received a notice for Ford Campaign Number: 22N12, and the vehicle was taken to a second dealer, Hodges Ford (13452 GA-251, Darien, GA 31305), for the repair. …
Brakes all 209 →
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulics) and 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that after pulling into a parking lot at 5 MPH, the vehicle suddenly accelerated without applying more pressure to the accelerator pedal. The vehicle crashed into the cement foundation of a handicap sign, bringing the vehicle to a complete stop. No air bags deployed. The contact received emotional distress. The contact's husband, brother, and friend also experienced emotional distress. The vehicle's fender was slightly detached due to the incident. …
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at 70 MPH and approaching an exit, the brake pedal was depressed but the brakes failed to engage. As a result, the driver crashed into a vehicle in front that was stopped at a red light. The air bag deployed. No warning light was illuminated. A police report was filed. There was a six-year-old daughter occupant seated at the rear driver's at the time of the failure. Both received minor abrasions. The driver had a seat belt abrasion on her collarbone. The daughter had a seatbelt abrasion in the lower abdomen. Medical treatment was needed and both received blood tests to make sure there was no damage to the liver. The vehicle was towed to a lot. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
Transmission & drivetrain all 148 →
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated when he started the vehicle, the gear shifted to drive without any warning causing the vehicle to crash into the fence and the neighbor's porch, causing damages front end of the vehicle and under the vehicle. The contact was able to stop the vehicle. No one was injured and no police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and they stated that the vehicle was experiencing a similar failure as recall NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V413000 (Power Train) but the vehicle was already serviced under that recall and the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 28,000.
The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact indicated that the owner of the vehicle reported that after the exiting the vehicle with the engine idling, the vehicle suddenly drove in reverse and crashed into the interior wall of the garage and a tree. No injuries were reported and no police report was filed. The vehicle was later towed to the repair facility to repair the body damage only. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 32,000.
2017 Ford Edge engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 20 / 29 / 24 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 20 / 27 / 23 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 26 / 20 |
| 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 17 / 24 / 20 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 17 / 24 / 19 |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Ford Edge a good car?
Based on 1,374 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 Edge rates avoid: 2.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the Edge at the same age. It is one of the Edge years we suggest avoiding. 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 2017 Ford Edge?
The engine & cooling — 902 complaints, 66% of all complaints for this model year, most often about cooling system. Next are the brakes (209) and transmission & drivetrain (148).
How many recalls does the 2017 Ford Edge have?
There are 8 recalls for the 2017 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 2017 Ford Edge problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 70,000 miles; 22% 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.