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2022 Ford Edge Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Best

Complaint Index

21/100

#12 most-complained of 15 Edge years

The 2022 Ford Edge ranks 12th of 15 model years with a Complaint Index of 21 and 130 NHTSA complaints, earning a "Best" verdict relative to other Edge years. It has 5 recalls, mostly rearview camera software issues, with no crashes tied to the top transmission problem area.

Complaints
130
Recalls
5
Crashes / fires
9 / 0
Injuries / deaths
15 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
23
20 city / 28 hwy

Top 2022 Ford Edge problems

NHTSA owner 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%)

What owners report

  • Rearview camera displays a blank, distorted, or license-plate-only image when shifting into reverse, sometimes starting soon after purchase.
  • Transmission failure reported around 95,000 miles on a vehicle that had also been in a prior front-end collision.
  • Forward collision alert triggers falsely while driving or fails to activate before a rear-end crash.
  • Sync 4A infotainment system randomly locks up and reboots, with dealers unable to permanently resolve the issue.
  • Front suspension developed a noisy, rattling feel with a leaking strut at very low mileage.
  • Rear liftgate dropped unexpectedly while open, striking and injuring an occupant.
2022 Ford Edge complaints: complaints filed per month13May 2022Dec 2022Nov 2023Oct 2024May 2025Nov 2025May 2026
159 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Apr 2026 (13).

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)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2020Good36316423
2021Best7111723
2022Best21130523
2023Best022423
2024Best1444223

All Ford Edge years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Ford Edge reliable?
Relative to other Edge model years, the 2022 ranks well. It has a Complaint Index of 21, among the lowest of the 15 model years tracked, and carries a "Best" verdict.
What is the biggest problem with the 2022 Ford Edge?
NHTSA complaints show Transmission & Powertrain as the top problem area, accounting for 44 of 130 complaints (34%), with a median failure mileage of 86,000 miles.
Does the 2022 Ford Edge have a camera recall?
Yes. NHTSA lists multiple recalls tied to the Collision Avoidance & Cameras system, including campaigns 26V124000, 25V315000, 25V160000, and 22V151000, all involving rearview camera software errors.
How does the 2022 Ford Edge compare to other years?
With a Complaint Index of 21 and rank of 12th worst out of 15 years, the 2022 Edge performs better than years like 2013 (index 100, Avoid) and 2011 (index 93, Avoid).
How many recalls does the 2022 Ford Edge have?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2022 Ford Edge, none classified as do-not-drive.

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.