Ford Edge 2015–2024
2nd generation · CD539 (Ford CD4)
NHTSA data through 12 August 20266,351 complaints, 2,802 with mileageMethod
On this generation, failures are spread across the mileage range, with the middle half between 28,500 and 86,647 miles.
- Rest of the range
- Median
- 200,000+ — 13 complaints (0.5%), plotted separately
- 10%
- 5,700
- 25%
- 28,500
- Median
- 62,000
- 75%
- 86,647
- 90%
- 114,000
Show the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0–5,000 | 257 | 9.2% |
| 5,000–10,000 | 154 | 5.5% |
| 10,000–15,000 | 97 | 3.5% |
| 15,000–20,000 | 69 | 2.5% |
| 20,000–25,000 | 57 | 2.0% |
| 25,000–30,000 | 75 | 2.7% |
| 30,000–35,000 | 79 | 2.8% |
| 35,000–40,000 | 99 | 3.5% |
| 40,000–45,000 | 100 | 3.6% |
| 45,000–50,000 | 92 | 3.3% |
| 50,000–55,000 | 119 | 4.2% |
| 55,000–60,000 | 112 | 4.0% |
| 60,000–65,000 | 181 | 6.5% |
| 65,000–70,000 | 131 | 4.7% |
| 70,000–75,000 | 169 | 6.0% |
| 75,000–80,000 | 133 | 4.7% |
| 80,000–85,000 | 120 | 4.3% |
| 85,000–90,000 | 118 | 4.2% |
| 90,000–95,000 | 80 | 2.9% |
| 95,000–100,000 | 76 | 2.7% |
| 100,000–105,000 | 104 | 3.7% |
| 105,000–110,000 | 53 | 1.9% |
| 110,000–115,000 | 53 | 1.9% |
| 115,000–120,000 | 51 | 1.8% |
| 120,000–125,000 | 40 | 1.4% |
| 125,000–130,000 | 29 | 1.0% |
| 130,000–135,000 | 33 | 1.2% |
| 135,000–140,000 | 22 | 0.8% |
| 140,000–145,000 | 19 | 0.7% |
| 145,000–150,000 | 19 | 0.7% |
| 150,000–155,000 | 10 | 0.4% |
| 155,000–160,000 | 2 | 0.1% |
| 160,000–165,000 | 6 | 0.2% |
| 165,000–170,000 | 7 | 0.2% |
| 170,000–175,000 | 8 | 0.3% |
| 175,000–180,000 | 6 | 0.2% |
| 180,000–185,000 | 2 | 0.1% |
| 185,000–190,000 | 2 | 0.1% |
| 190,000–195,000 | 1 | 0.0% |
| 195,000–200,000 | 4 | 0.1% |
| 200,000+ | 13 | 0.5% |
What this can and cannot tell you: these are complaints owners chose to file, not a failure rate. Popular models accumulate more of them simply by being common. How this is built.
Owners filed 6,351 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015–2024 Ford Edge, and 2,802 of them record the mileage at which the failure happened. That is enough to show not just what fails, but when.
Failures are spread across the mileage range, with the middle half between 28,500 and 86,647 miles. The median is 62,000 miles.
The most-reported areas are the engine (28.2% of complaints, typically around 68,000 miles), the transmission and driveline (17.9% of complaints, typically around 70,000 miles), the engine and its cooling system (9.1% of complaints, typically around 76,000 miles).
26 recall campaigns cover this generation.
What fails, and when
- Engine68,000median 67,991 miles, middle half 42,000 to 87,000
- Transmission and driveline70,000median 70,000 miles, middle half 38,000 to 90,000
- Engine and its cooling system76,000median 76,000 miles, middle half 62,000 to 98,000
- Problems owners could not categorise25,000median 25,000 miles, middle half 6,500 to 47,000
- Brakes55,000median 55,425 miles, middle half 32,000 to 80,000
- Hydraulic brake circuit97,000median 97,000 miles, middle half 70,000 to 131,000
- Electrical system24,000median 24,000 miles, middle half 5,000 to 48,000
| System | Complaints | Share | Median | 25–75% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1,788 | 28.2% | 68,000 | 42,000–87,000 |
| Transmission and driveline | 1,134 | 17.9% | 70,000 | 38,000–90,000 |
| Engine and its cooling system | 578 | 9.1% | 76,000 | 62,000–98,000 |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 473 | 7.4% | 25,000 | 6,500–47,000 |
| Brakes | 343 | 5.4% | 55,000 | 32,000–80,000 |
| Hydraulic brake circuit | 272 | 4.3% | 97,000 | 70,000–131,000 |
| Electrical system | 253 | 4.0% | 24,000 | 5,000–48,000 |
| Reversing camera and sensors | 199 | 3.1% | 78,000 | 50,000–109,000 |
| Steering | 196 | 3.1% | 30,000 | 8,000–60,000 |
| Body structure | 154 | 2.4% | 36,000 | 12,000–58,000 |
Which systems, and when
Complaints about this generation are not spread evenly across the vehicle, and the systems that generate the most of them do not all fail at the same point in a car's life. The median failure across all systems here is 62,000 miles; the figures below show which parts of the car run ahead of that and which run behind.
The engine accounts for 28.2% of complaints (1,788 reports, 594 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 67,991 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 42,000 and 86,647 miles.
A single system taking 28.2% of all complaints is a concentration worth noting. It means that for this generation, most of what owners reported came back to one area of the car rather than being distributed across many small faults.
The transmission and driveline accounts for 17.9% of complaints (1,134 reports, 369 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 70,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 38,000 and 90,000 miles.
The engine and its cooling system accounts for 9.1% of complaints (578 reports, 524 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 76,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 61,500 and 97,574 miles.
Problems owners could not categorise accounts for 7.4% of complaints (473 reports, 149 of them with a mileage figure), and it fails early — a median of 25,000 miles, well before the vehicle's overall median. Failures clustered this far below the rest of the car usually point to a design or manufacturing problem rather than wear, because wear does not selectively target one system on low-mileage examples. The middle half of these reports falls between 6,597 and 47,300 miles.
The brakes account for 5.4% of complaints (343 reports, 114 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 55,425 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 32,000 and 80,341 miles.
The hydraulic brake circuit accounts for 4.3% of complaints (272 reports, 135 of them with a mileage figure), and it fails late — a median of 97,000 miles, considerably beyond the vehicle's overall median. That pattern is consistent with normal service life rather than a defect, though it matters for anyone buying an example already near that mileage. The middle half of these reports falls between 70,000 and 131,000 miles.
Differences between model years
Within this generation, complaint volume is not constant across model years. The 2017 model year drew the most — 1,619 complaints — while 2023 drew the fewest at 26. The median year sits at 667.
That makes 2017 an outlier: roughly 2.4 times the median year of this generation. A single year standing that far apart usually reflects either a first-year issue that was later corrected, or a component change introduced for that year. Anyone shopping this generation has a straightforward reason to prefer a different year, all else being equal.
Recalls and what they cover
NHTSA records 26 recall campaigns covering vehicles in this generation. A recall means the manufacturer or the regulator concluded there was a safety defect or a standard was not met, and that a free remedy is owed to owners — including second and later owners.
The campaigns cluster around the reversing camera and sensors (7), the transmission and driveline (5), the seat belts (2). Repeated recalls against the same area of the car generally mean the first remedy did not fully resolve the underlying problem.
Recall status is specific to the individual vehicle, not the model. Checking a VIN against NHTSA's lookup is free and takes under a minute, and it is the only way to know whether a particular car has had the work done.
Reported severity
Of the 6,351 complaints filed against this generation, 166 reported a crash; 23 reported a fire; 170 reported an injury. Crash-involved reports represent 2.6% of the total.
These are owner-reported outcomes, not verified investigations, and they are not adjusted for how many of these vehicles are on the road. They are included because the distinction between a fault that strands a car and a fault that causes a collision is the one that matters most, and it is not visible in a complaint count alone.
What this means if you are buying one
For a buyer, failures on this generation are spread rather than concentrated: the middle half falls between 28,500 and 86,647 miles, with a median of 62,000. There is no single mileage threshold to watch, which means condition and maintenance records are more informative than the odometer.
On inspection, the engine and the transmission and driveline are where this generation's reports concentrate, so those are the areas worth a specific look. The engine in particular shows a median failure mileage of 67,991, which gives a concrete number to compare against the odometer of any car you are considering.
None of this is a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on the individual car. Aggregate patterns describe a population; the example in front of you has its own history.
Documented problems
Engine 2015–2018 (and early 2019 build)
2.0L EcoBoost coolant intrusion into the cylinders. The block casting has a narrow coolant passage between cylinders that compromises the head gasket seal, letting coolant enter a cylinder; symptoms are single-cylinder misfire codes (P0301/P0302/P0303), white exhaust smoke and unexplained coolant loss, progressing to washed cylinder walls and engine failure. Ford revised the block casting for roughly mid-2019 production, so later cars are far less affected. The durable repair is a short block or engine replacement.
Transmission 2019–2024
8F35 8-speed torque converter shudder, harsh or delayed engagement and flare shifts; also reported as a 'clunk' on 1-2 and on reverse engagement.
Drivetrain
PTU/rear drive unit failure on AWD models producing whine, grinding and clunk, with costly rear drive unit replacement.
Brakes 2015–2018
Brake master cylinder seal allows fluid to migrate into the brake booster, reducing braking performance; recalled.
By model year
| Year | Complaints | With mileage |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 963 | 599 |
| 2016 | 1,097 | 602 |
| 2017 | 1,619 | 731 |
| 2018 | 960 | 415 |
| 2019 | 911 | 255 |
| 2020 | 423 | 105 |
| 2021 | 142 | 31 |
| 2022 | 160 | 38 |
| 2023 | 26 | 10 |
| 2024 | 50 | 16 |
Recalls (26)
| Campaign | Date | Component |
|---|---|---|
| 26V124000 | 2026-04-13 | Back Over Prevention:software |
| 25V572000 | 2026-01-13 | Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera |
| 25V315000 | 2025-10-08 | Back Over Prevention:software |
| 25V442000 | 2025-09-04 | Back Over Prevention:software |
| 24V635000 | 2025-07-03 | Engine and Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/Mechanical |
| 25V160000 | 2025-04-25 | Back Over Prevention:software |
| 23V596000 | 2023-10-09 | Exterior Lighting:headlights |
| 23V198000 | 2023-05-11 | Child Seat:vehicle Tether Anchor |
| 22V413000 | 2022-10-27 | Power Train:shift Linkage/Cable/Rod |
| 22V151000 | 2022-04-29 | Back Over Prevention:display Function |
| 21V377000 | 2021-06-15 | Seat Belts:pretensioner |
| 20V469000 | 2021-05-13 | Service Brakes |
| 21V011000 | 2021-03-12 | Power Train:driveline:driveshaft |
| 20V575000 | 2021-02-01 | Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera |
| 20V550000 | 2020-09-23 | Power Train:automatic Transmission |
| 19V766000 | 2019-11-12 | Seat Belts:pretensioner |
| 19V632000 | 2019-10-18 | Steering:electric Power Assist System |
| 18V612000 | 2018-10-18 | Latches/Locks/Linkages:doors:latch |
| 18V548000 | 2018-09-26 | Electrical System:starter Assembly |
| 18V390000 | 2018-07-05 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:torque Converter |
| 17V427000 | 2017-08-25 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:torque Converter |
| 17V123000 | 2017-06-16 | Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module |
| 17V205000 | 2017-05-18 | Structure:body:roof and Pillars |
| 16V733000 | 2016-11-22 | Electronic Stability Control (esc) |
| 15V250000 | 2015-06-24 | Steering:electric Power Assist System |
What owners reported
From the date we bought our Ford Edge we have had white particles, dust and dirt coming in from all of the door seals and rear back hatch. The white particles are all through the vehicle. There is a brown dust or dirt on the top of the passenger seat and rear passenger seat and on the head rests for both seats. The…
2015 · 20 miles · Body structure
My new Ford 2015 Edge has stalled on me and on the dealership 6 times in 3,000 miles. This forum asks for specifics, so here is one example. I was turning right into traffic, i went to accelerate, and i had no power. The dash lit with a message "accessory power active". I had to pull over and restart. I have had…
2015 · 35 miles · Engine
Grabbing brakes - known brake booster issue - brakes grab a low speeds and if you don't relax your foot on the brake pedal the brakes could lock up causing an unsafe condition. The following information is referenced - NHTSA #10081005. In some cases via forum comments, the brake booster was replaced and the problem…
2015 · 100 miles · Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the engine stalled without warning. The failure occurred twice. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact also stated that the failure occurred once…
2015 · 200 miles · Engine
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