How many fuel system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Ford Edge?

NHTSA lists 31 Fuel System complaints for the 2010 Ford Edge, accounting for 5% of the 670 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a fuel system recall for the 2010 Ford Edge?

Yes. Recall 15V712000, reported October 27, 2015, covers 2009-2010 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles built through July 1, 2010, for fuel tank corrosion. The remedy has dealers inspect and either clean and treat or replace the fuel tank.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for fuel system complaints on the 2010 Edge is 99,612 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.

Did the fuel system issue cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires linked to the 31 fuel system complaints for the 2010 Ford Edge.

2010 Ford Edge Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 31 Fuel System complaints for the 2010 Ford Edge, 5% of all complaints filed for that year, with a median failure mileage of 99,612. A related recall (15V712000) covers fuel tank corrosion on 2009-2010 Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles built through July 1, 2010.

Fuel System complaints: 31; 5% of 670
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 99,612 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Owners report fuel tank corrosion and seam leaks, often noticed as a gasoline odor near the vehicle or fuel stains on the driveway.
Owners describe sudden stalling or power loss at highway speed, sometimes tied to throttle body failure.
Owners report the fuel pump making a high-pitched noise or failing intermittently, in one case melting the electrical connector.
Owners describe hesitation or a temporary 'dead' response when pressing the accelerator, requiring extra pressure to get the vehicle moving.
Owners report unexpected engine surging and rising RPM while cruise control was engaged.

When 2010 Ford Edge fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 22, 2011, latest Dec 6, 2022.

31 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2011 to Dec 2022; peak Jun 2016 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2010 Ford Edge

NHTSA 15V712000Oct 27, 2015Fuel System110,636 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured September 11, 2008, to July 1, 2010, and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 23, 2008, to July 1, 2010, originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Due to corrosion from salt water exposure such as from road salt use, the affected vehicles may leak fuel from the fuel tank seam weld under the tank mounting reinforcement brackets.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and either clean and treat the fuel tank with a corrosion preventative or replace the tank, free of charge. The recall began on May 10, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S31.

Fuel System complaints by Edge model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201031 (5%)
201178 (4%)
201247 (4%)
2013103 (4%)
201432 (8%)
201531 (4%)
201624 (3%)
201738 (3%)
201824 (3%)
201932 (4%)
20209 (3%)
20215 (5%)
20226 (5%)
20233 (14%)
20240 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Ford Edge?: NHTSA lists 31 Fuel System complaints for the 2010 Ford Edge, accounting for 5% of the 670 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2010 Ford Edge?: Yes. Recall 15V712000, reported October 27, 2015, covers 2009-2010 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles built through July 1, 2010, for fuel tank corrosion. The remedy has dealers inspect and either clean and treat or replace the fuel tank.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for fuel system complaints on the 2010 Edge is 99,612 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.
Did the fuel system issue cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires linked to the 31 fuel system complaints for the 2010 Ford Edge.