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2011 Ford Edge Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 752 Electrical System complaints for the 2011 Ford Edge, 42% of all 1,801 complaints that year. Owners report fires, burning smells, fuse box failures, and infotainment/dashboard crashes, with a median failure mileage of 55,000. A related recall (11V128000) covers the body control module.

Electrical System complaints
752
42% of 1,801
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
4
Injuries reported
1
Median mileage
55,000 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

  • Owners report underhood or dashboard fires accompanied by smoke and burning odors while driving or parking.
  • Some describe a burning smell originating from the fuse box that led to repeated battery failures.
  • Several owners report the touch screen, dashboard display, or Sync/MyFord Touch system freezing, crashing, or rebooting unexpectedly while driving.
  • Some report the driver door interlock switch failing, keeping interior lights on and obscuring visibility while backing up, which led to a crash.
  • A few owners mention intermittent 'door ajar' warnings and full electrical system shutdowns that dealers could not diagnose or repair.

When 2011 Ford Edge electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 1, 2011, latest Jan 15, 2026.

2011 Ford Edge electrical system complaints: complaints filed per quarter572011 Q12013 Q22015 Q22017 Q22019 Q22021 Q22023 Q42026 Q1
752 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2011 Q1 to 2026 Q1; peak 2016 Q2 (57).

Electrical System recalls for the 2011 Ford Edge

  1. 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.

Electrical System complaints by Edge model year

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

  1. 201039 (6%)
  2. 2011752 (42%)
  3. 2012486 (43%)
  4. 2013918 (38%)
  5. 201464 (17%)
  6. 201562 (9%)
  7. 201646 (5%)
  8. 201739 (3%)
  9. 201849 (6%)
  10. 201935 (5%)
  11. 202026 (8%)
  12. 202115 (14%)
  13. 202218 (14%)
  14. 20239 (41%)
  15. 202410 (23%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Ford Edge?
NHTSA lists 752 Electrical System complaints for the 2011 Ford Edge, which is 42% of the 1,801 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for electrical problems on the 2011 Ford Edge?
Yes. Recall 11V128000 covers the Electrical System and calls for dealers to inspect the body control module and replace it free of charge if necessary.
Did the electrical problems cause fires?
NHTSA data for this component shows 4 fires and 1 crash reported among the 2011 Ford Edge electrical complaints, with 1 injury reported.
At what mileage do electrical failures typically occur on the 2011 Edge?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for the Electrical System on the 2011 Ford Edge is 55,000 miles.
How does 2011 compare to other Edge model years for electrical complaints?
The 2011 Edge's 42% share of complaints tied to the Electrical System is higher than most other years, including 6% in 2010 and 17% in 2014, though 2013 was slightly higher at 43%.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.