2017 Ford Edge Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Ford Edge. Part of Generation 2 — 2015–2024.

20162018
Complaints
1,548
per 10K Sold
108.5
US Sales
142,603
Crashes
35
Fires
1
Injuries
35
Fatalities
Recalls
8

Worst 2017 Ford Edge Problems

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

#1622 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:72,021 mi
Fires:1
#2251 complaints

Engine & Cooling

Avg mileage:78,596 mi
#3131 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:68,310 mi
Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Ford Edge.

Engine Problems
622
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
72,021
Engine & Cooling
251
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
78,596
Transmission / Drivetrain
131
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
68,310
Brakes
113
complaints
Crashes
10
Fires
Avg Miles
50,896
Hydraulic Brakes
82
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
77,852
Backup Camera
33
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
95,703
Fuel System
28
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
27,760
Electrical Faults
22
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
16,589
Steering Defects
22
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
48,950
Body Structure
17
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
26,050
Wipers & Visibility
14
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
20,202
Wheel Issues
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
13
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
68,571
Airbags
10
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
38,297
Headlight/Taillight Failures
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
36,682
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
62,792
Gasoline Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
43,481
Automatic Transmission
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
106,250
Seat Belt Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
28,827
Electronic Stability Control
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2017 Ford Edge

8 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~5,403,774 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.

18V390000Power Train:automatic Transmission:torque Converter
~25 affected

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.

17V427000Power Train:automatic Transmission:torque Converter
~6,026 affected

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

17V205000Structure:body:roof And Pillars
~84 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Edge vehicles equipped with the optional Panoramic Vista Roof. These vehicles may have an improperly welded windshield header, reducing the vehicle's lateral structural integrity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

17V123000Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module
~27,531 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles and 2017 Lincoln Continental vehicles. In the event of a crash, the driver's frontal air bag may not fully inflate or the air bag cushion may detach from the air bag module. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

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2017 Ford Edge — FAQ

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

Is the 2017 Ford Edge reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2017 Ford Edge has 1,548 NHTSA complaints, 35 crash-related, and 8 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 622 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2017 Ford Edge?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (622 complaints, avg 72,021 mi); Engine & Cooling (251 complaints, avg 78,596 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (131 complaints, avg 68,310 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 2017 Ford Edge?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 68,141 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2017 Ford Edge?
NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Ford Edge include 35 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 35 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 2017 Ford Edge have any recalls?
Yes — 8 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 5,403,774 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 2017 Ford Edge?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

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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