2015 Ford Edge Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2015 Ford Edge has a complaint index of 41, ranking 11th out of 18 model years, and earns a Good verdict. NHTSA lists 726 complaints, 7 recalls, and 18 crash reports, with Engine problems the top area at 31% of complaints.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 41/100
- #11 of 18 Edge years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 726
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 7
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 18
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 3
- Injuries
- 17
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 21
- 18 city / 27 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 17 / 0
Top 2015 Ford Edge problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine226 (31%)
- Brakes137 (19%)
- Transmission & Powertrain118 (16%)
- Other111 (15%)
- Electrical System62 (9%)
- Structure & Body61 (8%)
- Visibility & Wipers51 (7%)
- Steering41 (6%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras40 (6%)
- Fuel System31 (4%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report the engine losing propulsion or stalling suddenly while driving on the highway, sometimes tied to a faulty flexplate.
- Some describe unintended acceleration or surging while braking or shifting into neutral, leading to collisions.
- Front driver-side wheels have detached while driving at low speed, causing loss of control.
- Brake pedals reportedly failed to stop the vehicle when approaching a stop sign, with no warning light illuminated.
- Airbags on the driver's side sometimes failed to deploy in frontal or rear-end crashes, while side or floor airbags did deploy.
- The park-assist feature has activated unexpectedly, causing the vehicle to move and crash on its own.
2015 Ford Edge recalls
7 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V572000Sep 3, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras1,456,417 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
- NHTSA 25V544000Aug 22, 2025Brakes499,129 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses and adjust brake jounce hoses with no damage present, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S87.
- NHTSA 22V413000Jun 10, 2022Transmission & Powertrain2,925,968 vehicles
Power train:shift linkage/cable/rod
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Risk: A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S43.
2015 Ford Edge fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18 MPG
- Highway
- 27 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.
2015 compared with other Edge years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2015 Ford Edge reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2015 Edge a complaint index of 41 and a Good verdict, ranking 11th out of 18 model years for the Edge. It has fewer reported problems than years like 2013 (complaint index 100) or 2011 (94).
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Edge?
- Engine complaints make up 31% of all reports (226 complaints), followed by brakes at 19% (137 complaints) and transmission/powertrain issues at 16% (118 complaints).
- Does the 2015 Ford Edge have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the 2015 Edge, covering brakes, steering gear motor bolts, the ABS module, rearview camera, and shifter cable bushing. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- At what mileage do 2015 Ford Edge problems typically show up?
- Median mileage at failure varies by system: engine problems appear around 30,144 miles, brakes around 85,000 miles, and transmission/powertrain issues around 59,000 miles.
- How does the 2015 Ford Edge compare to other years?
- The 2015 Edge ranks better than most years, with 2013, 2011, 2012, 2008, and 2017 all rated Avoid due to higher complaint indexes (100, 94, 76, 82, and 88 respectively). Years like 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 rate Best with much lower complaint indexes.