Worst 2012 Ford Edge Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Brakes
Body Structure
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2012 Ford Edge.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 457 | — | 2 | 55,752 mi | |
| Brakes | 245 | 13 | — | 69,929 mi | |
| Body Structure | 106 | 2 | — | 56,820 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 84 | — | — | 59,842 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 59 | — | 1 | 66,338 mi | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 56 | — | — | 46,626 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 45 | 3 | — | 56,658 mi | |
| Fuel System | 32 | 1 | 1 | 63,172 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 28 | 1 | — | 74,977 mi | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 28 | — | — | 46,845 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 19 | 1 | — | 111,749 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 16 | 1 | — | 71,657 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 15 | — | 1 | 55,831 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 15 | 2 | — | 49,137 mi | |
| Latches / Locks | 10 | — | — | 67,744 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 9 | — | — | 37,000 mi | |
| Airbags | 8 | 5 | — | 68,318 mi | |
| Structural Problems | 7 | 1 | — | 31,792 mi | |
| Backup Camera | 5 | — | — | 141,684 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Brake Master Cylinder | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2012 Ford Edge
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~116,682 vehicles.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Edge vehicles manufactured from September 2, 2010, through April 25, 2013, and equipped with 2.0L engines. The fuel line pulse damper metal housing may crack as a result of an improper manufacturing process. A cracked fuel line pulse damper housing may result in a combination of fuel odor, weepage, or a continuous leak while the fuel system is pressurized.
Ford is recalling certain 2012 Edge vehicles manufactured from September 2, 2010, through October 31, 2011, equipped with 2.0L engines. The fuel line pulse damper metal housing may crack as a result of an improper manufacturing process. A cracked fuel line pulse damper housing may result in a combination of fuel odor, weepage, or a continuous leak while the fuel system is pressurized.
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2012 Ford Edge — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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