2022 Ford Edge Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
BestComplaint 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.
- Transmission & Powertrain44 (34%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras26 (20%)
- Other24 (18%)
- Electrical System18 (14%)
- Engine14 (11%)
- Structure & Body9 (7%)
- Airbags6 (5%)
- Fuel System6 (5%)
- Visibility & Wipers5 (4%)
- 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 recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- 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 driverâs 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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
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.