2011 Ford Edge Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
93/100
#2 most-complained of 15 Edge years
The 2011 Ford Edge ranks 2nd worst of 15 model years, with a Complaint Index of 93 and 1,801 complaints, mostly tied to the Electrical System. NHTSA also lists 3 recalls for this year. Compared with other Edge years, 2011 is rated Avoid.
- Complaints
- 1,801
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 23 / 4
- Injuries / deaths
- 7 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 20.5
- 18 city / 25 hwy
Top 2011 Ford Edge problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System752 (42%)
- Structure & Body356 (20%)
- Brakes346 (19%)
- Other271 (15%)
- Engine254 (14%)
- Transmission & Powertrain172 (10%)
- Fuel System78 (4%)
- Steering29 (2%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras23 (1%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires21 (1%)
What owners report
- Owners report unintended acceleration where the engine revs on its own at low speeds and the vehicle surges forward into a crash.
- Some describe the car shifting into reverse or accelerating independently while driving at low speed, leading to loss of control.
- Airbags reportedly fail to deploy during moderate-to-high-speed collisions, including rear-end and side impacts.
- Electrical System complaints include burning odors, smoke from under the hood, and repeated battery failures traced to the fuse box.
- Some owners report the engine stalling along with an oil warning light while driving, causing loss of power and a collision.
- Brake complaints mention a spongy pedal feel and increased pedal effort needed to stop the car, tied to a customer satisfaction program.
2011 Ford Edge recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 11V128000Feb 24, 2011Electrical System8,022 vehicles
Electrical system:software
Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ford f-150, f-250, f-350, f-450, f-550, edge, and lincoln mkx trucks manufactured from october 25, 2010, through november 20, 2010. These vehicles were inspected using integrated diagnostic system (ids) that had a custom software routine to read the suspect body control module (bcm) serial number. Based on the serial number the bcm was either not affected or replaced. The custom software routine was not reading the correct set of characters, and was not able to identify a bcm that required replacement affected bcms may have the potential for an internal short.
Risk: If an electrical short develops, an overheating condition may occur which could result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Dealer will inspect the body control module and if necessary replace it free of charge. The safety recall began on march 7, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
- NHTSA 10V659000Dec 29, 2010Structure & Body14,737 vehicles
Structure:body
Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 f-150, f-250, f-350, f-450, f-550, edge and lincoln mkx vehicles. During a six-day production period, the supplier of the body control module manufactured modules that may have the potential for an internal short.
Risk: If an electrical short develops, an overheating condition may occur which can result in an unattended vehicle fire.
Remedy: Dealer will replace the body control module if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
- NHTSA 10V516000Oct 27, 2010Structure & Body71 vehicles
Latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/liftgate:lock
Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 edge and lincoln mkx vehicles manufactured from july 1, 2010, through october 8, 2010. These vehicles were shipped with incorrectly configured electronic module settings that disable the locking function of the liftgate. Accordingly, the vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, "door locks and door retention components."
Risk: The liftgate lock may be disabled and the driver may not be able to lock the liftgate using interior lock switches or remote key fob buttons.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners and dealers will have the affected control modules updated free of charge. The safety recall began on november 1, 2010. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
2011 Ford Edge fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18 MPG
- Highway
- 25 MPG
- Combined
- 20.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,175
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2011 compared with other Edge years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2011 Ford Edge reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2011 Edge ranks 2nd worst among 15 model years with a Complaint Index of 93, so it is rated Avoid relative to other Edge years.
- What is the most common problem with the 2011 Ford Edge?
- The Electrical System is the top problem area, accounting for 752 complaints, or 42% of all complaints, with a median failure mileage of 55,000.
- Does the 2011 Ford Edge have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2011 Edge, covering the Electrical System and Structure & Body, none of which are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2011 Edge compare to other model years?
- The 2011 Edge's Complaint Index of 93 is higher than most other years; only 2013 (100) ranks worse, while years like 2021, 2022, and 2023 score below 21 and are rated Best.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2011 Ford Edge?
- The 2011 Edge is EPA-rated at 20.5 mpg combined (18 city / 25 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,175.