Last updated: 2026-10-10
Ford Edge Reliability by Year
Ford Edge complaints center on coolant leaking into the 2.0L EcoBoost cylinders. Skip 2018. The 2024 is the pick to buy.
Ford Edge Reliability Overview
Coolant leaking into the cylinders of the 2.0L EcoBoost is the Edge's biggest problem, and it is why 2018 is the model year to skip. Dealers usually call for a full new engine. The 2024 is the site's pick. The 2019 also draws many power train complaints, so inspect it closely. Standing is good, though below average among SUVs.
Current generation: 2nd gen (2015–2024), facelifted 2019.
Best & Worst Ford Edge Years
Best Ford Edge Years to Buy
Based on reliability index scoreThe 2024 has 2 recalls, against 7 for the 2018, and its top complaints are electrical, rearview camera, and gear engagement rather than coolant in the cylinders. It is also the newest year, so complaints have had less time to build. On a test drive, check the camera, the Sync screen, and how it shifts.
Ford Edge Years to Avoid
Engine trouble dominates. Owners report coolant leaking into the cylinders of the 2.0L EcoBoost, shown by a check engine light, a misfire, or coolant that drops with no puddle. Dealers usually call for a new long-block, with quotes up to $12,000. Failures cluster between about 50,000 and 100,000 miles. This year also has 7 recalls and 3 fire reports.
Ford Edge Reliability Score Trend
Ford Edge reliability has improved in recent years, with newer models scoring an average of 72/100 compared to 60/100 for older years.
Scores 0–100. Higher is better.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 57/100 | Mixed |
| 2019 | 60/100 | Good |
| 2020 | 64/100 | Good |
| 2021 | 69/100 | Good |
| 2022 | 69/100 | Good |
| 2023 | 74/100 | Good |
| 2024 | 76/100 | Good |
Year-by-Year Reliability
2024 Ford Edge
2 recalls · 38 complaints
Final second-generation year and the best of seven scored Edge years, with fewer recalls than 2023 but rearview camera complaints to check.
2023 Ford Edge
4 recalls · 16 complaints
Rated good and among the stronger Edge years, with few complaints, though display blackouts and transmission faults still show up in owner reports.
2022 Ford Edge
5 recalls · 113 complaints
Middle of the pack among Edge years, with transmission failures and rearview camera trouble as the main owner complaints.
2021 Ford Edge
7 recalls · 92 complaints
Far fewer complaints than the 2020, but the 8F35 transmission shudder and a rearview camera recall still need checking.
2020 Ford Edge
4 recalls · 272 complaints
A middle-of-the-pack Edge year with a good standing, held back by low-speed transmission shudder and four recalls, two of them for the power train.
2019 Ford Edge
3 recalls · 687 complaints
Rates good but sits among the weaker Edge years, with frequent transmission shudder and 2.0L coolant leaks; the 2020 rates better and the 2018 worse.
2018 Ford Edge
7 recalls · 746 complaints
Weakest of the seven scored Edge years, with 2.0L EcoBoost coolant leaks into the cylinders leading its 746 owner complaints.
Common Ford Edge problems
Problem areas with the most owner complaints, each with the years affected, symptoms, and fixes.
Found Your Ford Edge? Check Its History
Electrical system (5) problems come up most in Ford Edge owner complaints, and 32 recalls cover the years we track. A VIN check shows whether the car you found had its recall work done, plus accident and title history.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
Ford Edge Repair Costs
Reliability Rating
3.5/5
Ford Edge Resale Value
The Ford Edge is estimated to retain about 57.3% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.
- Value Retained
- 57.3%
- Depreciation
- 42.7%
- Listings Analyzed
- 323
after 5 years
over the same period
U.S. used-car listings
Listings observed in . This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the best year for the Ford Edge?
- The 2024 is the site's pick among years that have been on the road at least two years. It has 2 recalls, and its complaints are mostly electrical rather than engine failure. The 2023 also rates well, but both are recent, so complaint counts are still low for lack of time.
- Is the Ford Edge reliable?
- Yes, its reliability standing is good, but it ranks below average among SUVs on this site. The weak spot is the 2.0L EcoBoost engine in the earlier years of the data. Later years show far fewer complaints, though newer years have also had less time to collect them.
- What are the most common Ford Edge problems?
- Coolant leaking into the cylinders of the 2.0L EcoBoost is the dominant complaint. The first signs are a check engine light with a misfire, a rough start, or coolant that keeps dropping with no puddle. Owners also report batteries that go dead overnight and rearview camera or screen faults.
- How much does a Ford Edge engine repair cost?
- Owners report dealer quotes as high as $12,000 when coolant gets into the cylinders. Dealers usually call for a full long-block replacement. Some owners say shops replaced spark plugs or coil packs first, and the misfire came back. Failures cluster between about 50,000 and 100,000 miles.
- Does the Ford Edge have transmission problems?
- Power train is the most reported area across all years, with 683 complaints. Owners describe a slipping torque converter clutch, a wrench light with the check engine light, harsh shifts, and a startup rattle tied to a cracked flexplate. Many power train filings also repeat the engine coolant problem.
How we score the Ford Edge
Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.
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