2023 Ford Edge Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Best The 2023 Ford Edge has a complaint index of 0, the lowest of any Edge model year, and ranks 18th of 18 (best) in complaint volume. NHTSA lists 22 complaints and 4 recalls for this year, with the Electrical System as the top problem area.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 0/100
- #18 of 18 Edge years
- Verdict
- Best
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 22
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 4
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 1
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 23
- 20 city / 28 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
Top 2023 Ford Edge problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System9 (41%)
- Transmission & Powertrain5 (23%)
- Engine4 (18%)
- Brakes3 (14%)
- Fuel System3 (14%)
- Other3 (14%)
- Structure & Body3 (14%)
- HVAC1 (5%)
- Steering1 (5%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report the infotainment and climate control screen going blank, disabling the defroster and climate controls, sometimes reported around 6,500 to 8,000 miles.
- Some owners describe transmission behavior where the vehicle downshifts unexpectedly or lunges forward or backward while parking with the brake pedal depressed.
- One owner reported the brake warning light illuminating along with the vehicle stalling and the steering wheel becoming firm at various speeds.
- A fuel tank sloshing sound was reported at low mileage while driving around 35 to 40 MPH.
- One owner reported water accumulating in the front footwell after a rainstorm, later traced to a cracked windshield.
- One owner reported the liftgate activating on its own after leaning against the rear bumper.
2023 Ford Edge recalls
4 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 23V596000Aug 25, 2023Electrical System8,523 vehicles
Exterior lighting:headlights
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Edge vehicles. The front right headlight may be too bright or aimed incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: A headlight that is too bright or aimed incorrectly may cause a glare to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the right headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 9, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C26.
2023 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.
2023 compared with other Edge years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Ford Edge reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2023 Ford Edge has a complaint index of 0 and ranks 18th of 18 model years, the best result in the lineup. It has 22 complaints and 4 recalls.
- What is the top problem area for the 2023 Ford Edge?
- The Electrical System is the top problem area, accounting for 9 of 22 complaints, or 41%, with a median failure mileage of 8,000 miles.
- Does the 2023 Ford Edge have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2023 Ford Edge, covering the Accessory Protocol Interface Module rearview camera and display, a headlight aim issue, and a second-row seat tether weld issue.
- How does the 2023 Ford Edge compare to other Edge years?
- The 2023 Edge has a complaint index of 0, lower than years like 2013 (100) and 2011 (94), which carry Avoid verdicts, making 2023 one of the better years for this model.