Worst 2018 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 2018 Ford Edge.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 386 | 1 | 1 | 71,755 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 165 | — | — | 80,743 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 64 | 2 | — | 63,313 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 30 | 1 | 1 | 47,295 mi | |
| Backup Camera | 20 | — | — | 91,557 mi | |
| Fuel System | 16 | — | — | 30,864 mi | |
| Brakes | 16 | 2 | — | 43,333 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 14 | 1 | — | 53,729 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 13 | — | — | 22,917 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 13 | 1 | — | 38,133 mi | |
| Body Structure | 13 | 1 | — | 28,001 mi | |
| Airbags | 11 | 10 | 1 | 58,211 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 10 | — | — | 55,418 mi | |
| Sunroof/Moonroof | 10 | — | — | 58,200 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 7 | — | — | 25,900 mi | |
| Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs | 6 | — | — | 54,125 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Warning | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hatchback/Liftgate | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Back-Up Alarm | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2018 Ford Edge
7 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~5,370,723 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 2018 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles. These vehicles may have door striker bolts that are shorter than intended. Vehicles with shorter door striker bolts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components" potentially resulting in the doors opening in the event of a crash.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, 2019 Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The power supply cables at the starter and the alternator may not have been properly secured, possibly resulting in an electrical arc.
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.
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2018 Ford Edge — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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