Ford Edge Best and Worst Years (2010–2024)
Avoid the 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2017 Ford Edge, which carry the highest Complaint Index scores (93, 79, 100, and 86). The 2021-2024 model years score lowest (7, 21, 0, 14) and are rated Best based on NHTSA complaints and recalls.
Avoid 2011Avoid 2012Avoid 2013Avoid 2017Best 2021Best 2022Best 2023Best 2024
- Model years
- 15
- 2010–2024
- NHTSA complaints
- 11,639
- Recall campaigns
- 40
- Crashes reported
- 240
- Fires reported
- 32
- Top problem area
- Engine
Edge Complaint Index by year
Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.
Ford Edge problems and recalls by year
| Year | Verdict | Index | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recalls | Top issue | MPG | NCAP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Caution | 50 | 670 | 28 | 3 | 6 ! | Airbags | 19.5 | — |
| 2011 | Avoid | 93 | 1,801 | 23 | 4 | 3 | Electrical System | 20.5 | 4★ |
| 2012 | Avoid | 79 | 1,134 | 26 | 5 | 3 | Electrical System | 21 | 4★ |
| 2013 | Avoid | 100 | 2,444 | 33 | 7 | 2 | Electrical System | 20.5 | 4★ |
| 2014 | Good | 29 | 382 | 14 | 0 | 3 | Brakes | 21 | 4★ |
| 2015 | Good | 43 | 726 | 18 | 3 | 7 | Engine | 21 | 5★ |
| 2016 | Caution | 64 | 912 | 17 | 3 | 7 | Engine | 22 | 5★ |
| 2017 | Avoid | 86 | 1,357 | 26 | 1 | 8 | Engine | 21.5 | 5★ |
| 2018 | Caution | 71 | 824 | 17 | 3 | 7 | Engine | 21.5 | 5★ |
| 2019 | Caution | 57 | 766 | 7 | 1 | 3 | Transmission & Powertrain | 23 | 5★ |
| 2020 | Good | 36 | 316 | 12 | 1 | 4 | Transmission & Powertrain | 23 | 5★ |
| 2021 | Best | 7 | 111 | 4 | 1 | 7 | Transmission & Powertrain | 23 | 5★ |
| 2022 | Best | 21 | 130 | 9 | 0 | 5 | Transmission & Powertrain | 23 | 5★ |
| 2023 | Best | 0 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 4 | Electrical System | 23 | 5★ |
| 2024 | Best | 14 | 44 | 5 | 0 | 2 | Electrical System | 23 | 5★ |
Edge years to avoid: what went wrong
2013 Ford Edge Index 100 · 2,444 complaints · 2 recalls
The 2013 Edge has the highest Complaint Index in the lineup at 100. Electrical System issues represent 38% of complaints at a median 45,000 miles, and Brakes are 28% at a median 84,094.5 miles. Recalls address the same halfshaft retention and fuel line pulse damper defects as 2012. Owners reported airbags that may not have deployed in a fatal crash involving fire from a dislodged fuel line, stuck accelerators leading to collisions, and vehicles rolling away after being placed in park.
2013 electrical system problems →2013 brakes problems →2013 structure & body problems →
2011 Ford Edge Index 93 · 1,801 complaints · 3 recalls
The 2011 Edge has a Complaint Index of 93, the second-highest of any year. Electrical System complaints make up 42% of its total, with a median failure mileage of 55,000 miles. Structure & Body issues follow at 20%. NHTSA lists three recalls, including two tied to a faulty body control module that could disable functions. Owners reported airbags failing to deploy in crashes and sudden unintended acceleration events, some resulting in collisions and injuries.
2011 electrical system problems →2011 structure & body problems →2011 brakes problems →
2017 Ford Edge Index 86 · 1,357 complaints · 8 recalls
The 2017 Edge has a Complaint Index of 86. Engine complaints dominate at 66% of the total, with a median failure mileage of 72,000 miles; Brakes follow at 16% with a median of 78,618 miles. Recalls cover a rearview camera replacement, a rear brake jounce hose that may rupture and leak fluid, and a shifter cable bushing issue. Owners reported engine compartment fires and smoke, brake pedals that failed to operate during reversing, and seat belts that came unclipped during a collision.
2017 engine problems →2017 brakes problems →2017 transmission & powertrain problems →
2012 Ford Edge Index 79 · 1,134 complaints · 3 recalls
The 2012 Edge carries a Complaint Index of 79. Electrical System problems account for 43% of complaints at a median 48,000 miles, with Brakes at 26% and a median 71,500 miles. Recalls cover a halfshaft retention issue and two separate fuel line pulse damper campaigns tied to cracking that could lead to fuel leaks or fires. Owners reported engine fires shortly after purchase, brake pedals that became hard to press, and a fuel line crack that produced smoke and a fuel smell while driving.
2012 electrical system problems →2012 brakes problems →2012 structure & body problems →
Most common Ford Edge problems (all years)
Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.
- Engine3,078 (26%)
- Electrical System2,568 (22%)
- Brakes2,159 (19%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1,651 (14%)
- Other1,477 (13%)
- Structure & Body1,193 (10%)
- Fuel System463 (4%)
- Airbags403 (3%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras385 (3%)
- Steering303 (3%)
Frequently asked questions
- What years of the Ford Edge should I avoid?
- Based on NHTSA complaints and recalls, the 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2017 Ford Edge model years are rated Avoid, with Complaint Index scores of 93, 79, 100, and 86 respectively, the highest among the 15 model years covered.
- Which Ford Edge model years are best?
- The 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Ford Edge are rated Best, with Complaint Index scores of 7, 21, 0, and 14, the lowest in the lineup.
- What is the most common problem area for the Ford Edge overall?
- Across all years, Engine complaints are the largest category at 26% of the 11,639 total complaints, followed by Electrical System at 22% and Brakes at 19%.
- Does the 2013 Ford Edge have a fuel line recall?
- Yes. The 2013 Edge is covered by a recall for 2012-2013 models with 2.0L engines whose fuel line pulse damper metal housing could crack, potentially causing a fuel leak.
- Is the 2017 Ford Edge reliable compared to other years?
- The 2017 Edge has a Complaint Index of 86, the third-highest of all 15 model years, with Engine complaints making up 66% of its issues, so it ranks among the years to avoid relative to other Edge years.