2014 Ford Edge Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Best The 2014 Ford Edge ranks 14th worst out of 18 model years with a complaint index of 24 and a Best verdict. It has 382 complaints, 3 recalls, and no do-not-drive recalls, making it one of the stronger Edge years for reported problems.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 24/100
- #14 of 18 Edge years
- Verdict
- Best
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 382
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 3
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 14
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 11
- Top issue
- Brakes
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 21
- 18 city / 25 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 11 / 0
Top 2014 Ford Edge problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Other82 (21%)
- Brakes74 (19%)
- Electrical System64 (17%)
- Engine61 (16%)
- Transmission & Powertrain56 (15%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras40 (10%)
- Structure & Body35 (9%)
- Fuel System32 (8%)
- Steering15 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires14 (4%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Airbags failed to deploy in multiple frontal and deer-collision crashes, even at highway speeds around 45 to 55 mph.
- The brake master cylinder reportedly failed at low speed while parking, leading to reduced braking and curb impacts.
- Some drivers describe a sudden loss of steering or suspension control after a noise near the front passenger side, resulting in curb strikes.
- Owners describe hard, unexpected braking at highway speed with no warning lights on the instrument panel.
- Electrical issues were reported soon after purchase, including headlight beam cutoff problems that obscured pedestrians at night.
- One driver reported the vehicle veering off the road and into trees while slowing to turn, though the cause was unclear.
2014 Ford Edge recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Ford Edge reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2014 Edge ranks 14th worst of 18 model years, with a complaint index of 24 and a Best verdict relative to other Edge years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ford Edge?
- NHTSA complaints most often cite brakes (74 complaints, 19% share), the electrical system (64 complaints, 17%), the engine (61 complaints, 16%), and transmission & powertrain (56 complaints, 15%).
- Does the 2014 Ford Edge have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2014 Edge, covering the transmission & powertrain (front drive axle halfshaft bracket, twice) and the fuel system. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- What is the median mileage for brake failures in the 2014 Ford Edge?
- NHTSA complaint data shows a median mileage of 60,000 miles for brake-related failures in the 2014 Edge.
- How does the 2014 Ford Edge compare to other years like 2013 or 2011?
- The 2014 Edge has a complaint index of 24, far below the 2013 model's index of 100 and the 2011 model's index of 94, both rated Avoid.