Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (automatic and manual transmissions, CVT, axles, driveshaft, 4WD/AWD).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2018 Ford Edge owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owned a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the vehicle was turned on and parked on a level ground surface while the contact was outside of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle reversed independently, drove over the curb, hit the apartment complex fence, went down the alley, and hit a neighbor's fence. The contact stated that the vehicle was driven away from the scene and was parked. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving 20 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal was stiff, and the vehicle failed to respond and crashed into the rear of another vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was parked near the scene, in a business parking lot. The contact sustained pain from the seat belt strap and received medical assistance. The other driver sustained unknown injuries. …
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while after a stop sign and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that the vehicle jerked and then abruptly accelerated with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the torque converter and clutch cylinder needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. On another occasion while attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to respond and started jerking. The contact pulled over on the side of the road and looked under the hood and noticed smoke coming from the transmission. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The dealer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V390000 (Power Train). …
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the power train, wrench, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the transmission was slipping once the transmission was in 5th gear. The contact stated that while the warning lights were illuminated, the vehicle hesitated before accelerating, and the vehicle was struggling to drive forward. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed and determined that the torque converter had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The clutch was repaired, but not the torque converter. The contact became aware of NHTSA Campaign 18V390000 ( Power Train); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 118,890.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced under an unknown recall for a flex plate; however, the failure was experienced. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle would jerk while driving. The contact stated that the dealer was contacted and informed her to drive the vehicle for 3 days and if the light remained on to bring the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who diagnosed the failure as coolant leaking into a valve and the engine needing to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired as the warranty company informed her that this was a known Ford defect. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact to call the NHTSA Hotline. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the contact heard a clicking noise coming from the engine compartment which resulted in the vehicle losing power. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was able to be pulled over but was not restarted. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed with needing the torque converter replaced. The vehicle was repaired but recall was not covered. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V390000 (Power Train) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 45-50 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. While starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the wrench symbol was displayed. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shaking and slow to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that a torque replacement was needed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred to the NHTSA Hotline, but no assistance was provided. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V390000 (Power Train). The failure mileage was approximately 126,000.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle hesitated and stalled on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where the transmission was repaired. However, the failure reoccurred. No further information was available. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 20,000.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly jerked with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that there were metal shavings inside the torque converter, which caused the transmission to fail. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000.
The contacts husband owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving various mph on multiple occasions the vehicle accelerates without the accelerator pedal being depressed. Additionally, when the vehicle was shut off the engine still sounds like its on. The check engine and powertrain malfunction safety warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and a case number was provided. The failure mileage was 67,500.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V413000 (Power Train). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine started to overheat. The contact was able to move the vehicle to the shoulder before taking the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer determined there was a crack in cylinder #3, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.
Related recalls
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.
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.
Transmission complaints in other Edge years
Frequently asked questions
How common are transmission problems on the 2018 Ford Edge?
NHTSA has 83 complaints about the transmission & drivetrain of the 2018 Ford Edge, 10% of the model year's 846 complaints. The component named most often is automatic transmission (4 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2018 Ford Edge transmission problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 22V-413 (shift linkage/cable/rod, Jun 10, 2022); NHTSA recall 18V-390 (torque converter, Jun 11, 2018). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2018 Ford Edge transmission problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 74,000 miles, and 24% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 2 crashes, 0 fires and 4 injuries to transmission & drivetrain 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.