2015 Ford Edge Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Ford Edge. Part of Generation 2 — 2015–2024.

20142016
Complaints
928
per 10K Sold
74.8
US Sales
124,120
Crashes
22
Fires
2
Injuries
20
Fatalities
Recalls
7

Worst 2015 Ford Edge Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1186 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:45,448 mi
Crash-related:2
#2105 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:53,752 mi
Crash-related:5
#370 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:81,813 mi
Crash-related:3
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Ford Edge.

Engine Problems
186
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
45,448
Transmission / Drivetrain
105
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
53,752
Brakes
70
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
81,813
Hydraulic Brakes
63
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
105,315
Electrical Faults
47
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
23,202
Body Structure
46
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
39,863
Wipers & Visibility
43
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
45,662
Steering Defects
39
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
60,565
Backup Camera
29
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
111,077
Fuel System
28
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
18,253
Unintended Acceleration
28
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
16,054
Engine & Cooling
21
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
108,913
Wheel Issues
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
75,943
Airbags
10
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
47,804
Headlight/Taillight Failures
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
36,677
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Floor Shift
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
88,375
Seat-Related Issues
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
31,755
Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
74,000
Electronic Stability Control
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
34,600
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Gear Position Indication (Prndl)
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Shift Linkage/Cable/Rod
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Side/Rear Glass
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Lane Keep: Steering Assist
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hatchback/Liftgate:Lock
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2015 Ford Edge

7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~5,973,622 vehicles.

25V572000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~1,456,417 affected

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.

25V544000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
~499,129 affected

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.

22V413000Power Train:shift Linkage/cable/rod · Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (prndl)
~2,925,968 affected

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.

20V469000Brakes · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
~488,594 affected

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

19V632000Steering:electric Power Assist System
~116,160 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 Ford Edge, and 2016 Lincoln MKX vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Road salt or other contaminants may corrode the electric power steering gear motor attachment bolts.

16V733000Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip
~53 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured February 9, 2015, to August 12, 2016. During dealer servicing, the affected vehicles may be have been updated with incorrect Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software. This software can cause the ESC system to lose engine torque control, and not provide any warning lamps to warn the driver if there was an ABS or ESC system malfunction. As such, these vehicles 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."

15V250000Steering:electric Power Assist System
~487,301 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured February 3, 2012, to March 20, 2015, and 2015 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured February 26, 2015, to February 28, 2015, and originally sold, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. In the affected vehicles, snow or water containing road salt or other contaminants may corrode the electric power steering gear motor attachment bolts.

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2015 Ford Edge — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2015 Ford Edge reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2015 Ford Edge has 928 NHTSA complaints, 22 crash-related, and 7 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 186 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2015 Ford Edge?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (186 complaints, avg 45,448 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (105 complaints, avg 53,752 mi); Brakes (70 complaints, avg 81,813 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Ford Edge?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 57,114 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2015 Ford Edge?
NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Ford Edge include 22 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 20 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2015 Ford Edge have any recalls?
Yes — 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 5,973,622 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2015 Ford Edge?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Ford Edge reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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