2022 Ford Edge Problems And Complaints

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    disappointed

    25/09/2023

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    (1 Out Of 5 stars)

    ... considering you must take your eyes off the road to go into the touch screen for most controls it was extremely dangerous .the 2 litre turbo engine is extremely loud to the effect of a singer sowing machine and a diesel engines combined .car handled ok but not to the quality of my other two edges. The tablet screen had a habit of freezing up and only a completeRead More

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    Got a lemon

    05/08/2022

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    (2 Out Of 5 stars)

    ... SEL. With only 300 miles on it, it needs service all ready. 300 miles folks! Trans sensor issues, and issues to steering. I had a plan vacation I have to delay because my car will be in service to be repaired. Very dissatisfied.Read More

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2022 Ford Edge SUV Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and Which Year to Avoid

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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on August 7, 2024

The Ford Edge is a superb offering from the house of the American manufacturer and sits between the Escape and the Explorer. The Edge brings a good package in a market filled with rivals like the Honda Passport, the Jeep Grand Cherokee, and the Chevrolet Blazer. The Ford Edge prices start at $36,145 and also comprise 5 trim levels, including the performance-oriented Edge ST. 

The crossover is in its current generation since 2011 but has gone through a refresh in 2019 with a truckload of changes. The crossover comes with a solid reliability record which has been multiplied since the refresh. The recall history is rather extensive but we’ve summarized it in a table for an easier read. Let’s go through the recall history and see what the most recurring issues have been in the latest model years of the Edge.

Ford Edge User Complaints

The Ford Edge is a pretty old contender in the segment with good sales figures to boast of. The sales figures also give pretty good data on the common issues and niggles faced by the owners of the crossover. The crossover had seen a major revision for the 2019 model year and also had a steep decline in user complaints. Some of the most common complaints include:

Electrical issues:

  1. Grounding issues: Many people have complained about the grounding in the crossover. The issue caused loss of all power and shutting down due to some grounding issues. The issue had been reported by numerous owners of the 2019 Edge. The complainants have raised concerns over the airbags disabling in this condition.
  2. Erroneous parallel park assist: Many people have complained of the parallel park feature not working as intended. This has led to the Edge hitting other cars in proximity. The main issue here is a miscalculation of the distance between two cars by the system. 
  3. Gear Shift Module (GSM) issues: Some owners have reported the car to lose power and not shift the gears since the knob got stuck. The complainants say that the gear knob does not shift gears and one had to restart the vehicle to get it working again. 
  4. Backup camera issues: The 2020 Ford Edge’s backup camera is reported to distort the image displayed on the infotainment screen. People have reported the camera to adjust improperly and stays in the wrong position. Some people have reported the screen to go black and display nothing.

Mechanical issues:

  1. Coolant leakage: There have been numerous complaints of the coolant leaking into the engine block and overheating the engine. The issue has been reported to stall the car while moving and cause complete engine failure. 
  2. Transmission issues: People have reported instances of the transmission slipping gears, or getting stuck at one gear. The transmission slips gears and enters Neutral from Drive, causing the car to stall. People have also reported the car to enter Neutral from Park, which causes unintended movement. To add to the woes there have been many complaints of the transmission knob getting stuck in its place and not shifting gears at all. 
  3. Loss of power steering: There have been numerous reports of loss of power assistance to the steering wheel, causing the wheel to lock in one place and steer abruptly. Complainants have collided with the objects in proximity and have been injured as well. 

Exterior issues:

  1. Front windshield visibility issues: The angle of the windshield is reported to cause a reflection in the driver’s eye. This reflection causes a blind spot and affects front visibility. People have reported the issue to the dealers and the same has been communicated to the manufacturer as well. 
  2. Trunk door issues: People have reported the hydraulic on the trunk door to lose compression and cause the door to close on a person. There were no warning lights or chimes of any sort. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported yet. 

Safety features issues:

  1. Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB): The AEB in the Edge applies emergency brakes at low speeds. This causes the crossover to stop immediately. Some complainants have reported rear-end collisions due to this but no injuries have been reported due to the low speeds. 

Ford Edge Recalls

The crossover had been recalled numerous times in the current generation but if one were to see the frequency, it dropped drastically post the refresh. The crossover’s latest model years have just 7 recalls under its belt which, comparatively, is better than how it was before. Having said that, the latest recall was made on May 24, 2021, with NHTSA Campaign Number 21V377000. Let’s see why the crossover was recalled multiple times over the years:

S. No.

Date

NHTSA Campaign Number

Issues Noticed

Additional Remarks

1.

October 27, 2010

10V516000

Latches/Locks/Linkages

Incorrectly configured electronic module settings disable liftgate locking, increasing the risk of injury. The affected vehicles also fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, “Door locks and door retention components”. 

2.

December 29, 2010

10V659000

Structure

An internal short circuit in the Body Control Module (BCM) increases the risk of a fire. 

3.

February 24, 2011

11V128000

Electrical System

An internal short circuit in the Body Control Module (BCM) increases the risk of a fire. 

4.

September 7, 2012

12V438000

Fuel System

Fuel leakage due to crack in pulse damper housing may let in odor in the carbon. The fuel may come in contact with an ignition source, increasing the risk of a fire. 

5.

January 6, 2014

14V002000

Fuel System

Fuel leakage due to crack in pulse damper housing may let in odor in the carbon. The fuel may come in contact with an ignition source, increasing the risk of a fire. 

6.

July 2, 2014

14V393000

Powertrain

Improperly installed halfshaft retention circlip may disengage from the linkshaft, increasing the risk of injury to the bystanders. 

7.

January 9, 2015

15V005000

Fuel System

The fuel pump might fail due to improper nickel plating, causing the engine to stall. This increases the risk of a crash.

8.

April 28, 2015

15V250000

Steering

Corrosion of electric power steering gear motor attachment bolts due to snow or water containing road salt or other contaminants may result in loss of power assist, increasing the risk of a crash. 

9.

October 12, 2016

16V733000

Service Brakes

Updation with incorrect Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software may cause issues with the systems, increasing the risk of a crash. The affected units fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems" and number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems”.

10.

February 27, 2017

17V123000

Airbags

Improperly inflated or detachment of the driver's frontal airbag increases the risk of a crash. The affected vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection”.

11.

March 27, 2017

17V205000

Structure

Improperly welded windshield header reduces overall integrity of the structure, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. The affected vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection”.

12.

July 6, 2017

17V427000

Powertrain

Inadequately welded torque converter weld studs may not move, increasing the risk of a crash. 

13.

June 11, 2018

18V390000

Powertrain

Inadequately welded torque converter weld studs may not move, increasing the risk of a crash. 

14.

August 20, 2018

18V548000

Electrical System

Improperly secured power cables at the starter and the alternator may result in an electrical arc, increasing the risk of fire. 

15.

September 11, 2018

18V612000

Latches/Locks/Linkages

Shorter door striker bolts may open the doors in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. The affected vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components". 

16.

August 29, 2019

19V632000

Steering

Corrosion of electric power steering gear motor attachment bolts due to snow or water containing road salt or other contaminants may result in loss of power assist, increasing the risk of a crash. 

17.

October 25, 2019

19V766000

Seatbelts

Improperly crimped driver-side seat belt pretensioner anchor may detach, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. 

18.

August 11, 2020

20V469000

Service Brakes

Premature rupture of the front brake hoses may affect braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

19.

September 10, 2020

20V550000

Powertrain

Leakage of transmission fluid due to missing/loose bolts of the start/stop accumulator endcap may stall the engine, increasing the risk of a crash. If the fluid comes in contact with an ignition source, it increases the chances of a fire. 

20.

September 23, 2020

20V575000

Visibility

Improperly functioning rearview camera system affect rearward visibility. The affected vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility”.

21.

November 10, 2020

20V692000

Powertrain

Failure of the support bracket for the front drive axle halfshaft ay cause unintentional movement, increasing the risk of a crash. 

22.

January 15, 2021

21V011000

Powertrain

Seizure of the rear drive axle due to inadequate lubrication may cause loss of vehicle control. Increasing the risk of a crash. 

23.

May 24, 2021

21V377000

Seatbelts

Improperly functioning driver's seat belt retractor pretensioner assembly increases the risk of injury in a crash. The affected vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection”.

Model Years

Airbags

Electrical System

Fuel System

Latches/Locks/Linkages

Powertrain

Seatbelts

Service Brakes

Steering

Structure

Visibility

2011

0

2

0

1

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

2

0

1

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

1

0

1

0

0

0

0

0

2014

0

0

1

0

2

0

0

0

0

0

2015

0

0

0

0

0

0

2

2

0

0

2016

1

0

0

0

0

0

2

1

0

0

2017

1

0

0

0

2

0

1

0

1

0

2018

0

1

0

1

1

0

1

0

0

0

2019

0

0

0

0

1

1

0

0

0

0

2020

0

0

0

0

2

0

0

0

0

1

2021

0

0

0

0

1

1

0

0

0

0

2022

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

What model year of the Ford Edge to avoid?

The Ford Edge is a seasoned player in the market and the American carmaker has taken all the possible measures to ensure reliability. Despite this there have been numerous reports of niggles and issues popping up now and then. The most troublesome one in this generation is the 2017 Edge which had a truckload of complaints and a lot of recalls, making it a major pain for the owners.

Should you buy the 2022 Ford Edge?

The 2022 Ford Edge is a commendable crossover that combines practicality with space and performance. It brings in a very comfortable cabin and a solid reliability record, especially after the refresh in 2019. It gained a lot of popularity due to the Edge ST as well that took the performance much higher than expected. If one wants to get an Edge used, the post-refresh model years will be the best match for everyone!

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September 26, 2025, NHTSA ID Number: 11689884

Components: 100000 POWER TRAIN

NHTSA ID Number:
11689884

Incident Date:
September 26, 2025

Vehicle Identification Number:
2FMPK4J94NB

Consumer Location:
BURLINGTON, IA

Summary
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon shifting into park(P), the warning messag...

September 25, 2025, NHTSA ID Number: 11689685

Components: 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

NHTSA ID Number:
11689685

Incident Date:
September 25, 2025

Vehicle Identification Number:
2FMPK4J98NB

Consumer Location:
AVONDALE, PA

Summary
I wanted to report that on this vehicle Ford has a very unsafe and hazardous horn. I just purchased the ...

September 22, 2025, NHTSA ID Number: 11688978

Components: 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

NHTSA ID Number:
11688978

Incident Date:
September 22, 2025

Vehicle Identification Number:
2FMPK4J91NB

Consumer Location:
OLIVEHURST, CA

Summary
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Transm...

September 12, 2025, NHTSA ID Number: 11686832

Components: 100000 POWER TRAIN

NHTSA ID Number:
11686832

Incident Date:
September 12, 2025

Vehicle Identification Number:
2FMPK4G97NB

Consumer Location:
AUSTIN, TX

Summary
Transmission surges and shudders in low gears making driving at low speeds unsafe. Often feels like driv...

September 12, 2025, NHTSA ID Number: 11686961

Components: 280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

NHTSA ID Number:
11686961

Incident Date:
September 12, 2025

Vehicle Identification Number:
2FMPK4J98NB

Consumer Location:
VALRICO, FL

Summary
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while reversing, the back over prevention came...

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