What Owners Report NHTSA ODI · 2,175,102 complaints · MY1998–2026

2018 Ford Edge

Typical pattern

2% of complaints about the 2018 Ford Edge came in the first year, which is unremarkable for a 2018 vehicle — around the middle of the 182 model-years on record. The median complaint arrives at 6.5 yr in service. The most-reported system is engine (441 complaints), typically at 6.7 yr or about 70,000 miles.

Complaints
993
Median age at failure
6.5 yr
Median mileage
70,000 n=422
Crash / fire / tow
7.3% of reports
Safety recalls
7

When each system is reported — middle 50% of complaints

System
0y2y4y6y8y10y12y14y
Engine
441 reports · 70,000 mi
6.7 yr
2.7%
Engine cooling
175 reports · 77,000 mi
6.7 yr
7.4%
Power train
83 reports · 74,000 mi
6.5 yr
7.2%
Other
40 reports · 7,500 mi
4.6 yr
12.5%
Electrical system
36 reports · 50,000 mi
5.8 yr
11.1%
Back over prevention
24 reports · 89,870 mi
8.1 yr
0%
Structure
21 reports · 22,000 mi
3.8 yr
23.8%
Service brakes
21 reports · 60,000 mi
3.6 yr
14.3%
Fuel / propulsion
20 reports · 41,000 mi
6.9 yr
0%
Service brakes, hydraulic
19 reports · 110,000 mi
7.9 yr
15.8%
Exterior lighting
16 reports · 6,402 mi
3.8 yr
0%

Safety recalls — NHTSA campaigns

25V572000 2025-09-04
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

25V544000 2025-08-22
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid.

A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

22V413000 2022-06-10
Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.

A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.

20V469000 2020-08-10
Service brakes

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.

A ruptured front brake hose will cause a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

18V612000 2018-09-11
Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles. These vehicles may have door striker bolts that are shorter than intended. Vehicles with shorter door striker bolts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components" potentially resulting in the doors opening in the event of a crash.

If the doors open in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury.

18V548000 2018-08-20
Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, 2019 Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The power supply cables at the starter and the alternator may not have been properly secured, possibly resulting in an electrical arc.

An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.

18V390000 2018-06-11
Power train:automatic transmission:torque converter

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Edge and 2017 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.

If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.

In owners’ own words

Other mileage not reported 4 mo in service
RADIO WAS NOT PICKING UP LOCAL STATIONS. NEW ANTENNA ASSEMBLY WAS INSTALLED. STILL HAVE WEAK RADIO RECEPTION ON A FEW LOCAL STATIONS.
Other 2,800 mi 1.3 yr in service
WHILE DRIVING ON A MAJOR INTERSTATE AT APPROX. 70MPH THE PANORAMIC MOON ROOF SUDDENLY SHATTERED. PIECES OF GLASS ENTERED THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT THROUGHOUT THE FRONT AND BACK SEATS.
Other mileage not reported 1.6 yr in service crash / fire / tow
THE PASSENGER DOOR OPENED UP AND THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY. I LET HERTZ KNOW THAT THERE IS A RECALL ON THE VEHICLE AND THEY SAID THERE ISN'T BUT I CLEARLY SEE THAT THERE IS
Engine 25,000 mi 1.8 yr in service
2018 FORD EDGE WITH 25,000 MILES, TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WITH A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND THE SERVICE DEPT TOLD ME THE ENGINE IS DEFECTIVE AND WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED.

Other Edge model years

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