YearToAvoid

2022 Ford Edge Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Best The 2022 Ford Edge has a complaint index of 18, ranking 15th out of 18 model years, and earns a Best verdict. It carries 5 recalls, mostly for rearview camera software, and 130 total complaints with no fires or deaths reported.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
18/100
#15 of 18 Edge years
Verdict
Best
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
130
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
5
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
9
reported in complaints
Fires
0
Injuries
15
Top issue
Transmission & Powertrain
Best nearby year
2023
rated Best
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
23
20 city / 28 hwy
Injuries / deaths
15 / 0

Top 2022 Ford Edge problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Transmission & Powertrain44 (34%)
  2. Collision Avoidance & Cameras26 (20%)
  3. Other24 (18%)
  4. Electrical System18 (14%)
  5. Engine14 (11%)
  6. Structure & Body9 (7%)
  7. Airbags6 (5%)
  8. Fuel System6 (5%)
  9. Visibility & Wipers5 (4%)
  10. Brakes2 (2%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

What owners report

  • Rearview camera displays a blank, distorted, or license-plate-only image when shifting into reverse, sometimes starting shortly after purchase.
  • Forward collision alert triggers falsely while driving alone with no other vehicles nearby, or fails to activate before a rear-end collision.
  • Airbags fail to deploy fully in a crash, with some reports describing only knee airbags or side airbags going off while the steering wheel airbag stays inactive.
  • Front suspension develops noise, rattling, and bouncy, less controlled steering shortly after delivery, traced to a leaky strut.
  • Sync 4A infotainment system randomly locks up and reboots since delivery, with the dealer unable to resolve the issue.
  • Rear liftgate/door drops unexpectedly while raised, striking occupants standing behind the vehicle.
2022 Ford Edge complaints: complaints filed per month11May 2022Dec 2022Nov 2023Oct 2024May 2025Nov 2025May 2026
130 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Apr 2026 (11).

2022 Ford Edge recalls

5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 26V124000Mar 3, 2026Collision Avoidance & Cameras849,310 vehiclesOver-the-air fix

    Back over prevention:software

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Ford Bronco and 2021-2024 Ford Edge vehicles. The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) may overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.

    Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: The APIM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S09. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.

  2. NHTSA 25V315000May 9, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras1,076,138 vehiclesOver-the-air fix

    Back over prevention:software

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

    Risk: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

  3. NHTSA 25V160000Mar 14, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras2,290 vehicles

    Back over prevention:software

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Edge vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-151. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image when the vehicle is in reverse.

    Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S28.

See all 5 recalls for the 2022 Ford Edge →

2022 Ford Edge fuel economy and fuel cost

City
20 MPG
Highway
28 MPG
Combined
23 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,800
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.

2022 compared with other Edge years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2020Good35316423
2021Best6111723
2022Best18130523
2023Best022423
2024Best1244223

All Ford Edge years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Ford Edge reliable?
NHTSA data gives the 2022 Edge a complaint index of 18 and a Best verdict relative to other Edge model years, with 130 total complaints and no reported fires or deaths.
What is the top problem area for the 2022 Ford Edge?
Transmission & Powertrain complaints lead with 44 reports, 34% of all complaints, and a median failure mileage of 86,000 miles.
Does the 2022 Ford Edge have a rearview camera recall?
Yes. NHTSA lists recall 22V151000 and follow-up recall 25V160000 for software errors causing a blank or distorted rearview camera image, plus recall 26V124000 for a related APIM overheating issue.
How does the 2022 Edge compare to other Edge years?
The 2022 Edge ranks 15th worst out of 18 model years tracked, with a much lower complaint index (18) than the worst year, 2013, which scored 100.
What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Ford Edge?
EPA rates the 2022 Edge at 23 mpg combined (20 city / 28 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,800.

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.