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2021 Ford Edge Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 15 engine complaints for the 2021 Ford Edge, 14% of all 111 complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 44,000. A related recall (24V635000) covers Nano EcoBoost intake valve issues on 2021-2022 Edge models.

Engine complaints
15
14% of 111
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
44,000 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical engine symptoms owners report

  • Engine stalls or drops into low-power mode while driving, sometimes with unknown warning lights illuminated.
  • Engine misfires on startup accompanied by excessive coolant consumption, in one case traced to coolant intrusion into a cylinder and a leaking head gasket.
  • Vehicle jerks or surges during acceleration, in some cases after the recall's engine cycle test was performed.
  • A serpentine belt fractured while driving at highway speed, leaving the vehicle undrivable.
  • One report describes flames from underneath the vehicle while braking on a rural road, forcing the driver to stop and exit.

When 2021 Ford Edge engine complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 29, 2022, latest Aug 5, 2026.

2021 Ford Edge engine complaints: complaints filed per month3Jul 2022Feb 2024Mar 2025Aug 2025Feb 2026Aug 2026
15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2022 to Aug 2026; peak Aug 2026 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2021 Ford Edge

  1. NHTSA 24V635000Aug 23, 2024Engine90,736 vehicles

    Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.

    Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.

Engine complaints by Edge model year

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

  1. 201074 (11%)
  2. 2011254 (14%)
  3. 201276 (7%)
  4. 2013211 (9%)
  5. 201461 (16%)
  6. 2015226 (31%)
  7. 2016410 (45%)
  8. 2017891 (66%)
  9. 2018585 (71%)
  10. 2019196 (26%)
  11. 202059 (19%)
  12. 202115 (14%)
  13. 202214 (11%)
  14. 20234 (18%)
  15. 20242 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many 2021 Ford Edge owners reported engine problems?
NHTSA lists 15 engine-related complaints for the 2021 Ford Edge, making up 14% of all 111 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2021 Ford Edge engine?
Yes. Recall 24V635000 covers 2021-2022 Ford Edge vehicles with 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engines, where intake valves may fail; dealers perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2021 Edge?
The median mileage at failure among reported engine complaints is 44,000 miles.
Are the engine issues linked to fires or crashes?
NHTSA data shows one fire report and zero crashes among the 2021 Edge engine complaints, with no injuries reported.
How does the 2021 Edge compare to other years for engine complaints?
The 2021 Edge's 14% engine complaint share is much lower than peak years like 2017 (66%) and 2018 (71%), based on NHTSA data.

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.