Worst 2017 Ford Edge Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Engine & Cooling
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Ford Edge.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 622 | — | 1 | 72,021 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 251 | — | — | 78,596 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 131 | 2 | — | 68,310 mi | |
| Brakes | 113 | 10 | — | 50,896 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 82 | 2 | — | 77,852 mi | |
| Backup Camera | 33 | 1 | — | 95,703 mi | |
| Fuel System | 28 | — | — | 27,760 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 22 | 1 | — | 16,589 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 22 | 2 | — | 48,950 mi | |
| Body Structure | 17 | 1 | — | 26,050 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 14 | 1 | — | 20,202 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 13 | 2 | — | 68,571 mi | |
| Airbags | 10 | 4 | — | 38,297 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 9 | 1 | — | 36,682 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 7 | — | — | 62,792 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 5 | — | — | 43,481 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 5 | — | — | 106,250 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 5 | 2 | — | 28,827 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights | 2 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2017 Ford Edge
8 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~5,403,774 vehicles.
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.
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.
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.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
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.
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.
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."
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.
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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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