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Built from NHTSA complaints and recalls collected for this model, generated October 26, 2026. Totals reflect what has been collected, not every complaint ever filed.
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Recalls

5 total · 4 to confirm

Safety issues the manufacturer must repair for free. A recall means confirm the fix was done, not walk away.

Safety recall

Confirm it was repairedRecall 26V124000 · Mar 2026

A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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. Ford's number for this recall is 26S09. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
Status
Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
What to do
Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.

Safety recall

Confirm it was repairedRecall 25V315000 · May 2025

A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy
The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
Status
Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
What to do
Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.

Safety recall

Confirm it was repairedRecall 25V160000 · Mar 2025

A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S28.
Status
Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
What to do
Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.

Engine recall

Confirm it was repairedRecall 24V635000 · Aug 2024

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy
Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.
Status
Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
What to do
Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.

Safety recall

Fixed over the airRecall 22V151000 · Mar 2022

A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy
The rearview camera software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S14.
Status
Corrected automatically through an over-the-air software update.
What to do
Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.

Owner complaints by system

129 total

Unverified reports owners filed with NHTSA, grouped by the part of the car. Useful for spotting patterns. Open a group to read recent examples.

Engine & powertrain

Worth reading
56

Most reports here involve transmission slipping. Of these, 1 mention a crash.

transmission slipping 39sudden stalling 8
A recent report: Shuddering and jerking from 20-40 mph. Dealer reports torque converter and planetary gear problems requiring expensive repairs or replacement of the transmission.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11761647 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Electrical & infotainment

Worth reading
34

Most reports here involve software faults. Of these, 1 mention a crash, 1 mention an injury.

software faults 28electrical shorts 2
A recent report: The contact owns a 2022 Ford Edge. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle, she was notified of an unknown recall requiring a software update. The software update was completed. The…
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The contact owns a 2022 Ford Edge. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle, she was notified of an unknown recall requiring a software update. The software update was completed. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the infotainment screen went black, and the contact was unable to access the heat, A/C, or the radio. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the driver's side seat warmer independently activated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and a mechanic from the dealer arrived at the residence. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that a software update was needed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11756460 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Brakes

Minor
2

Most reports here involve unintended acceleration.

unintended acceleration 1
A recent report: While braking for a red light the car jerked sporadically as it slowed with normal braking applied but the brakes delayed while vehicle jerked and lunged forward. Vehicle lunged forward into the…
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While braking for a red light the car jerked sporadically as it slowed with normal braking applied but the brakes delayed while vehicle jerked and lunged forward. Vehicle lunged forward into the intersection even further past the red light while brake was compressed aggressively, lunged forward 2-3 feet. Then engine died after it lunged forward. Took 2 attempts to restart car and had to rev the engine to move from blocking intersection.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11547904 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Steering, suspension & tires

Minor
2

Most reports here involve fluid leaks.

fluid leaks 1software faults 1
A recent report: I got the Edge in 02/18/23 purchased brand. I noticed that the drivers seat is loose. I actual took into the dealer where it was purchased and I was told it would take 3 months to look at it…
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I got the Edge in 02/18/23 purchased brand. I noticed that the drivers seat is loose. I actual took into the dealer where it was purchased and I was told it would take 3 months to look at it. Needless to say I didn't leave the vehicle. I also notice that body trim was coming off and I filed a claim with Ford but I was told a dealer would have to send pictures and they would decide if they would cover it under warranty. The lane keep assist or Ford Co-pliot will over compensate and if not careful will cause a crash.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11561794 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Airbags & seat belts

Worth reading
8

Most reports here involve airbags not deploying. Of these, 5 mention a crash, 4 mention an injury.

airbags not deploying 5software faults 1
A recent report: The contact owns a 2022 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front passenger’s side seat belt retracted and failed to loosen. The passenger was unable to move. The…
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The contact owns a 2022 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front passenger’s side seat belt retracted and failed to loosen. The passenger was unable to move. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11744478 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Structure & body

Worth reading
15

Most reports here involve software faults. Of these, 2 mention a crash, 9 mention an injury.

software faults 3loss of steering 1
A recent report: The motorized track assembly separated from the moonroof interior sunshade on my 2022 Ford Edge, leaving the sunshade drooping down in the passenger compartment. While my vehicle is just out of the…
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The motorized track assembly separated from the moonroof interior sunshade on my 2022 Ford Edge, leaving the sunshade drooping down in the passenger compartment. While my vehicle is just out of the standard bumper to bumper warranty period, I feel Ford Motor Company should issue a repair recall to all affected owners to fix this issue.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11750285 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Other systems

Worth reading
12

Most reports here involve software faults. Of these, 1 mention an injury.

software faults 3electrical shorts 1
A recent report: Ford failed to provide me with timely updates regarding recall campaign 26S09 as required by law. They said a remedy would be available by 27 April 2026. That date has now passed and there is still…
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Ford failed to provide me with timely updates regarding recall campaign 26S09 as required by law. They said a remedy would be available by 27 April 2026. That date has now passed and there is still no remedy nor any updates about when a remedy would be available.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11735451 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Is 129 complaints a lot? They were filed between 2022 and 2026, roughly 30 a year, which is more than the typical model in this dataset. We do not have sales figures for this model, so treat this as a rough volume, not a rate per car on the road. Popular, high-volume models naturally collect more complaints over time.

How does it compare with other years? The 2022 has 129 complaints on file, more than the 2021 (110) and more than the 2023 (22). Of the 15 model years of the Ford Edge we cover, the 2013 has the most (2,443). Older model years have had longer to collect complaints.