2017 Ford Edge Transmission & Powertrain Problems
Ford Edge owners filed 147 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 model year, 11% of all 1,357 complaints that year. NHTSA lists three related recalls, including two torque converter campaigns, and the median mileage at failure was 74,030.
- Transmission & Powertrain complaints
- 147
- 11% of 1,357
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 74,031 mi
- Related recalls
- 3
Typical transmission symptoms owners report
- Owners report the vehicle unexpectedly shifting into reverse or drive on its own after starting, in some cases causing a crash into a garage or fence.
- Torque converter clutch solenoid warning codes appear, often described as 'stuck off' or a performance fault, sometimes with the check engine and wrench lights on together.
- Drivers describe a loud rattling or grinding noise at idle or while driving, in one case traced to a cracked flywheel tied to the torque converter.
- Some owners report the vehicle shuddering or hesitating while shifting gears without warning, with dealers citing a defective torque converter and needing an engine replacement.
- Several complaints reference delays getting the torque converter recall repair completed, with vehicles held at dealerships or not delivered on schedule.
- One owner reported sudden power loss and a warning light while driving 70 mph on the highway, requiring the vehicle to be pulled over and restarted.
When 2017 Ford Edge transmission complaints were filed
First complaint Aug 21, 2017, latest Sep 19, 2026.
Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2017 Ford Edge
- 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.
- NHTSA 18V390000Jun 11, 2018Transmission & Powertrain25 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Edge and 2017 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Risk: If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16 (S2). Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 17V-427.
- NHTSA 17V427000Jul 6, 2017Transmission & Powertrain6,026 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Risk: If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16.
Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Edge model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many transmission complaints does the 2017 Ford Edge have?
- NHTSA lists 147 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 Ford Edge, which is 11% of the 1,357 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a transmission recall for the 2017 Ford Edge?
- Yes. NHTSA lists recall campaigns 17V427000 and 18V390000 for torque converter weld stud issues on 2017-2018 Edge vehicles with 2.0L engines and six-speed automatics, plus a later shift cable bushing recall, 22V413000, covering 2015-2018 Edge models.
- At what mileage do 2017 Ford Edge transmission problems typically occur?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2017 Edge is 74,030 miles.
- What kind of transmission problems do 2017 Ford Edge owners report?
- Owners describe unexpected shifting into reverse or drive, torque converter clutch solenoid faults, shuddering during gear changes, loud rattling noises, and sudden power loss while driving.
- Were there any crashes linked to the 2017 Ford Edge transmission complaints?
- NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 1 injury among the 147 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2017 Ford Edge, with no fires reported.