2013 Ford Edge Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
100/100
#1 most-complained of 15 Edge years
The 2013 Ford Edge ranks worst of 15 model years, with a Complaint Index of 100 and 2,444 complaints. Electrical System issues lead at 38% of complaints, followed by Brakes at 28%, and two recalls cover the halfshaft and fuel line.
- Complaints
- 2,444
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes / fires
- 33 / 7
- Injuries / deaths
- 40 / 1
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 20.5
- 18.5 city / 25.5 hwy
Top 2013 Ford Edge problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System918 (38%)
- Brakes678 (28%)
- Other434 (18%)
- Structure & Body379 (16%)
- Engine211 (9%)
- Transmission & Powertrain160 (7%)
- Fuel System103 (4%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras55 (2%)
- Visibility & Wipers37 (2%)
- Steering35 (1%)
What owners report
- Owners report sudden unintended acceleration or brake failure at low speed leading to rear-end or multi-vehicle collisions.
- Some describe fuel line leaks near the engine bay that ignited and engulfed the vehicle in flames.
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy in side-impact and rollover crashes, resulting in passenger injuries.
- Interior lighting stayed on while in reverse due to a door-ajar sensor fault, obstructing rear visibility.
- Vehicles reportedly rolled after being placed in park, moving unexpectedly while unattended.
- Drivers noted a stuck accelerator combined with unresponsive brakes at intersections, causing crashes into fixed objects.
2013 Ford Edge recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 14V393000Jul 2, 2014Transmission & Powertrain83,250 vehicles
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.
Risk: If the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park', increasing the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained. If it is not, dealers will replace the linkshaft and also replace the halfshaft if it shows evidence of spline damage, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S10.
- NHTSA 14V002000Jan 6, 2014Fuel System27,933 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Edge vehicles manufactured from September 2, 2010, through April 25, 2013, and equipped with 2.0L engines. The fuel line pulse damper metal housing may crack as a result of an improper manufacturing process. A cracked fuel line pulse damper housing may result in a combination of fuel odor, weepage, or a continuous leak while the fuel system is pressurized.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line with one that does not have a damper, free of charge. The safety recall began on February 25, 2014. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 13S13. IMPORTANT: This recall supersedes recall 12V-438. All vehicles that have been remedied under the previous recall need to have the current remedy applied.
2013 Ford Edge fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18.5 MPG
- Highway
- 25.5 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.
2013 compared with other Edge years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2013 Ford Edge reliable?
- Compared to other Edge model years, the 2013 ranks worst, with a Complaint Index of 100 and 2,444 NHTSA complaints, most tied to the Electrical System (38%) and Brakes (28%).
- What year Ford Edge should I avoid?
- NHTSA data ranks the 2013 Edge as the worst of 15 model years, followed by 2011 (index 93) and 2017 (index 86). The 2021 through 2024 Edges score lowest and are rated Best.
- Does the 2013 Ford Edge have any recalls?
- Yes, two recalls: one for a halfshaft retention issue in the transmission/powertrain (campaign 14V393000) and one for a fuel line pulse damper that could leak fuel (campaign 14V002000).
- What is the most common problem on the 2013 Ford Edge?
- The Electrical System is the top problem area, accounting for 918 complaints, or 38% of all complaints, at a median mileage of 45,000.
- How does the 2013 Edge compare to the 2014 Edge?
- The 2014 Edge has a much lower Complaint Index of 29 and only 382 complaints, versus 100 and 2,444 for 2013, making 2014 rated Good while 2013 is rated Avoid.