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2014 Ford Edge Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Good

Complaint Index

29/100

#11 most-complained of 15 Edge years

The 2014 Ford Edge has 382 NHTSA complaints, a Complaint Index of 29, and ranks 11th worst out of 15 model years, earning a 'Good' verdict relative to other Edge years. Its top problem area is Brakes, with 3 recalls on record.

Complaints
382
Recalls
3
Crashes / fires
14 / 0
Injuries / deaths
11 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
4 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
21
18 city / 25 hwy

Top 2014 Ford Edge problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Other82 (21%)
  2. Brakes74 (19%)
  3. Electrical System64 (17%)
  4. Engine61 (16%)
  5. Transmission & Powertrain56 (15%)
  6. Collision Avoidance & Cameras40 (10%)
  7. Structure & Body35 (9%)
  8. Fuel System32 (8%)
  9. Steering15 (4%)
  10. Suspension, Wheels & Tires14 (4%)

What owners report

  • Owners report the master cylinder failing while braking at low speed, sometimes causing hard, unexpected braking and curb impacts around 60,000 miles.
  • Some drivers describe airbags failing to deploy during moderate-speed frontal collisions, including deer strikes and head-on crashes at 45-55 mph.
  • One owner reported a suspension or halfshaft component breaking loose in the front passenger area, causing a temporary loss of steering control.
  • Owners describe sudden unintended acceleration or loss of control while slowing to turn, resulting in the vehicle leaving the roadway.
  • Electrical system complaints include headlight beam cutoff patterns that owners say obscure pedestrians on hilly roads at night.
  • One owner reported recurring electrical and suspension problems along with an airbag recall shortly after purchase, with the dealership unable to resolve the issue.
2014 Ford Edge complaints: complaints filed per quarter372014 Q22016 Q12017 Q42019 Q32021 Q22023 Q12024 Q42026 Q3
504 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2014 Q2 to 2026 Q3; peak 2025 Q3 (37).

2014 Ford Edge recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 20V692000Nov 10, 2020Transmission & Powertrain15,587 vehicles

    Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Explorer, 2014-2015 Taurus and 2014 Edge vehicles equipped with 2.0L or 2.3L engines and front wheel drive. The support bracket for the front drive axle halfshaft may fail.

    Risk: The failed bracket could result in a loss of park function which can cause unintended vehicle movement, and loss of motive power while driving which increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the link shaft bracket, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners received an interim notification detailing safety risk December 8, 2020. A second letter will be mailed when parts become available in January 2021. The recall began February 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S63.

  2. NHTSA 15V005000Jan 9, 2015Fuel System54,543 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on January 8, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 15, 2014, to May 8, 2014, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured April 21, 2014, to May 15, 2014. On April 30, 2015, Ford expanded the recall to cover an additional 45,505 vehicles, including certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured November 11, 2013, to August 29, 2014, 2014-2015 Ford Fiesta vehicles manufactured April 10, 2014, to June 17, 2014 and 2014 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured April 30, 2014, to May 21, 2014. Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.

    Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S30.

  3. 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.

2014 Ford Edge fuel economy and fuel cost

City
18 MPG
Highway
25 MPG
Combined
21 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,100
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.

2014 compared with other Edge years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2012Avoid791,134321
2013Avoid1002,444220.5
2014Good29382321
2015Good43726721
2016Caution64912722

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Ford Edge reliable?
Compared with other Edge model years, the 2014 model has a Complaint Index of 29 and ranks 11th worst out of 15 years tracked, giving it a 'Good' verdict relative to other Edge years.
What is the biggest problem with the 2014 Ford Edge?
Brakes are the top problem area, accounting for 74 complaints (19% share) with a median failure mileage of 60,000 miles.
Does the 2014 Ford Edge have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2014 Ford Edge, covering the front drive axle halfshaft support bracket, the fuel pump, and halfshaft retention on the transmission and powertrain.
How does the 2014 Edge compare to the 2013 Edge?
The 2013 Edge has a Complaint Index of 100 and an 'Avoid' verdict, much higher than the 2014 Edge's Complaint Index of 29 and 'Good' verdict.
How many complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Ford Edge?
NHTSA has recorded 382 complaints for the 2014 Ford Edge, including 14 crashes, 11 injuries, and 0 fires.

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.