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2016 Ford Edge Collision Avoidance & Cameras Problems

NHTSA lists 31 Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints for the 2016 Ford Edge, 3% of that year's 912 total complaints. There is one related recall (25V572000) covering the rearview camera, and one crash was reported. Median mileage at failure is 75,050.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints
31
3% of 912
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
75,050 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical collision avoidance system symptoms owners report

  • Rearview camera shows a distorted or black image when the vehicle is put into reverse, sometimes with no warning light illuminated.
  • Backup camera failure sometimes accompanies a blank radio/display screen, disabling other SYNC-controlled functions.
  • Owners under recall 25V572000 report the back-over prevention camera stopped working entirely, with dealers unable to obtain replacement parts.
  • Some owners report the camera issue could not be duplicated or diagnosed by the dealer, leaving the vehicle unrepaired.
  • One owner reported a crash after the rear camera failed to display a vehicle behind the car while backing out of a parking spot.

When 2016 Ford Edge collision avoidance system complaints were filed

First complaint May 26, 2023, latest Sep 5, 2026.

2016 Ford Edge collision avoidance & cameras complaints: complaints filed per month6May 2023Nov 2024Jun 2025Nov 2025Jan 2026Mar 2026May 2026
31 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2023 to Sep 2026; peak Apr 2026 (6).

Collision Avoidance & Cameras recalls for the 2016 Ford Edge

  1. 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 driver’s 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.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints by Edge model year

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

  1. 20101 (0%)
  2. 201123 (1%)
  3. 20129 (1%)
  4. 201355 (2%)
  5. 201440 (10%)
  6. 201540 (6%)
  7. 201631 (3%)
  8. 201747 (3%)
  9. 201828 (3%)
  10. 201916 (2%)
  11. 202033 (10%)
  12. 202128 (25%)
  13. 202226 (20%)
  14. 20230 (0%)
  15. 20248 (18%)

Frequently asked questions

How many 2016 Ford Edge complaints involve Collision Avoidance & Cameras?
NHTSA lists 31 complaints in this area for the 2016 Ford Edge, which is 3% of the 912 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2016 Ford Edge backup camera?
Yes. Recall campaign 25V572000, reported September 3, 2025, covers the rearview camera; dealers will inspect and replace it as necessary free of charge.
Did the camera problem cause any crashes?
NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires or injuries tied to Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints on the 2016 Edge.
At what mileage do camera problems typically appear on the 2016 Edge?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 75,050 miles.

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.