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2018 Ford Edge SUV AWD
- Lane departure warningOptional
- Forward collision warningOptional
- Electronic stability controlStandard
2018 Ford Edge SUV FWD
- Lane departure warningOptional
- Forward collision warningOptional
- Electronic stability controlStandard
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Recalls (7)
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSCampaign 25V544000 · 22/08/2025
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.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses and adjust brake jounce hoses with no damage present, free of charge. Interim owner letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 8, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated August 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S87.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATORCampaign 18V548000 · 20/08/2018
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.
Risk: An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and starter motor power supply cables to verify that they are properly secured, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S25.
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCHCampaign 18V612000 · 11/09/2018
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.
Risk: If the doors open in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door striker bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C06.
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTERCampaign 18V390000 · 11/06/2018
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.
Risk: If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16 (S2). Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 17V-427.
- SERVICE BRAKESCampaign 20V469000 · 10/08/2020
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
Risk: A ruptured front brake hose will cause a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hoses with the new hoses that have a revised braid material, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S42.
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)Campaign 22V413000 · 10/06/2022
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.
Risk: A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S43.
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERACampaign 25V572000 · 04/09/2025
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.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
Owner complaints
Most-reported areas
- ENGINE273
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING103
- POWER TRAIN51
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER25
- SERVICE BRAKES23
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM22
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM14
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING12
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These are unverified consumer reports filed with NHTSA, shown as submitted.
- 12/31/2024· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the check engine light had illuminated upon starting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed. The contact was advised that the coolant intrusion was responsible for the failure and that the engine would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000.
- 12/30/2025· SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,SERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at 20 MPH in a parking lot, the brakes became inoperable. The low brake fluid warning light illuminated after the failure. The driver was able to drive safely to her residence. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact called the local dealer, who confirmed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the front driver-side and passenger-side brake hoses needed to be replaced. The mechanic replaced the parts. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The approximate failure mileage was 145,000.
- 12/30/2024· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 40 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was coolant leaking into the engine and the cylinder was cracked. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed there was no recall on the VIN for the failure. The manufacturer offered to assist with the cost of the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 33,000.
- 12/30/2024· ENGINE
Car has a defect that causes coolant to leak into the engine’s cylinders, which can caused corrosion, oil dilution and contamination, and engine failure. Ford failed to disclose these defects and created a safety risk, because the lack of coolant created by the leaks caused overheating and resulted in total engine failure. Car is available for inspection. Mechanic has confirmed car needs a new engine. See attached. Car has not been inspected by any others. ' The car has multiple error codes indicating failure.
- 12/29/2023· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, the temperature gauge increased rose to an elevated level. The contact stated that the vehicle was losing coolant. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was coolant and water intrusion in cylinder #3, which caused the engine failure. The mechanic informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified about the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 48,800.
- 12/28/2024· POWER TRAIN
Slips out of gear when starting up again from stop then back in gear suddenly causing jerky start
- 12/27/2023· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that when starting the vehicle in the morning, the vehicle was idling rough with an abnormal amount of smoke coming from the exhaust. The contact stated that after the engine had warmed up, the rough idling ceased; however, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that coolant had intruded into the engine block and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 76,000.
- 12/27/2023· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving and coming to a complete stop, the heater started blowing cold air. Additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that coolant was leaking into the oil. The dealer determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to a second dealer, Groove Ford (10039 E Arapahoe Rd, Centennial, CO 80112), who diagnosed that coolant was leaking into the engine oil. The second dealer determined that an unknown part needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.
- 12/27/2022· SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, there was a vibration heard and felt coming from the rear-end of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vibration was intermittent; however, while driving over a bump or rough patch on the road surface, the rear-end would begin sway as if the vehicle was hydroplaning. The contact stated that the feeling of loss of control was made worse while the Lane Keep Assist feature was activated. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000.
- 12/27/2021· ENGINE
Engine light came on with a P0303 code denoting a cylinder misfire. Dealer say engine needs to be replaced. I researched this online and this is happening to hundreds of people who purchased a 2017 - 2018 Ford Edge with a 2.0 ECO Boost engine.
- 12/26/2025· ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The coils kept popping up check engine light. And turns out it was an injector failing, and cause my car to jerk a lot, and not accelerate when needing. My car would almost try to stop accelerating while on highway and jerk so much that it felt like I was going to wreck on the middle of a freeway.
- 12/24/2025· ENGINE
Have had to fill up coolant 2x a week. Starting to smoke real bad on start up. Leading me to believe I’ve got a coolant intrusion on my hands
- 12/23/2019· SEATS
I HAD MY HEATED SEATS ON FOR A TRIP TO MY MOTHER'S. WE STOPPED EVERY 2 TO 3 HOURS FOR GAS AND BREAKS. 12 HOURS INTO THE 14 HOUR TRIP I STARTED FEELING PAIN ON THE BACK OF MY LEGS. I CHECKED ON OUR NEXT BREAK AND SAW BLISTERS FORMING ON THE BACKS OF MY LEGS. BY THE TIME I HAD ARRIVED MOST OF THE BLISTERS HAD POPPED. CAR WAS IN MOTION.
- 12/20/2024· ENGINE
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the vehicle was abnormally shaking. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact referenced Technical Serviced Bulletin: 22-2229; however, the contact was informed that the repair was not covered under the program. The failure mileage was approximately 57,900.
- 12/19/2025· POWER TRAIN
Brought vehicle in with check engine light on and vehicle codes P0741 and P1744 appeared. Torque converter needs to be replaced along with transmission.
- 12/19/2018· EXTERIOR LIGHTING
I JUST PURCHASED A NEW 2018 FORD EDGE. THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE SO DIM WITH NIGHT DRIVING, THEY ARE UNSAFE. SHOWS BARELY ENOUGH LIGHT ( NO BRIGHTER THAN A STREET LIGHT). YOU CAN BARELY FOLLOW THE CENTER LINE. AFTER 100 YEARS IN BUSINESS, YOU WOULD THINK THIS IS SOMETHING THAT I WOULD NOT HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT WHEN PURCHASING A NEW VEHICLE. I THINK THE LOW BEAM LIGHTING SHOULD BE REPLACED WHAT A BRIGHTER LED LIGHTING. I'M CONCERNED WITH MY SAFETY AND MY FAMILY SAFETY. I CAN NOT SEE HOW HIS WAS OVERLOOKED BY THE PEOPLE IN CHARGE OF MAKING SURE A CAR IS SAFE TO DRIVE IN ALL CONDITIONS.
- 12/18/2024· ENGINE
Coolant intrusion to engine cylinder bay which leads to misfires, white smoke and constant lagging, jerking and rough starts. Dealership confirmed new engine is required to remedy this issue.
- 12/18/2023· ENGINE
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that there was a misfire on cylinder #4. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the head gasket. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 65,000.
- 12/18/2023· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle idled rough, and the contact observed white smoke coming from the exhaust. After a visual inspection of the engine compartment, the contact observed that the coolant reservoir was abnormally low. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that there was coolant intrusion into the engine causing damage to the engine and a misfire in cylinder #4. The contact was informed that the long block needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to Customer Satisfaction Program: 21N12. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 107,000.
- 12/17/2024· ENGINE
The car has 64,000 mi on it. They had to change the long block because of coolant infusion into the number 2 cylinder. They denied my lifetime warranty because I had the oil changed at the dealership twice at 6 months and 2 weeks. I had the oil changed religiously at 5, 000 or less miles at the dealership where I bought the car, Ricart Ford. Also they denied it because I changed the cabin air filter on my own.
- 12/16/2024· ENGINE
Coolant intrusion into engine cylinder. Requires long block +engine build. Issue reported at around 75000 miles.
- 12/15/2024· ENGINE
Check engine light came on and I checked the code with a reader. The code came up to a cylinder 2 misfire. Made an appointment with local dealership for diagnostic of the issue. Before the appointment was able to happen the check engine light went off. Appointment cancelled and 2 days later the check engine light came back on so made a new appointment. Continued to drive car with no issues. Brought car in for service and received a report back that cylinder 2 & 3 misfire and was advised coolant leaking into the engine and recommended repair is a new engine. After a quick google search found that this is a widespread issue with this engine.
- 12/14/2024· ENGINE
In September 2024 (just over 68k miles) my check engine light came on in my 2018 Ford Edge, car overheated, smoke from tailpipe and would no longer run. I had it towed to the dealership where it was determined that it needed a whole new engine. This is the same engine that is recalled or warranty extended for the Escape but not the Edge! 2 weeks later, I paid thousands of dollars to have the engine replaced. Today, less than 3 months later and only a few hundred miles after a new engine- the check engine light is flashing and the vehicle is sputtering. This vehicle is used to transport our children and get us to/from work. This is completely unacceptable and unsafe. The vehicle is, once again, unable to be driven. I have contacted Ford Customer Service who has advised we make another dealership appointment and they are not open currently. Something needs to be done about this vehicle!
- 12/12/2024· ENGINE
Car went into limp mode and over temp light came on. Coolant reservoir empty. Research led to TSB 19-2346. Prior to this CEL was coming on and off and throwing code P0301 errors. Replaced plugs and coil packs at the suggestion of the dealer but made no different. Started out with rough idle but smoothed out after about 30 seconds. Dealer diagnosed issue and quoted $6,900.00 plus tax to install new long block. Safety concern is the engine started to overheat. Fortuantely we stopped before anything serious happened, but found several reports online of this causing engine fire and destroying the car.
- 12/12/2023· POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
2.0 Ecoboost complete failure Engine thermostat failure
- 12/12/2021· EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The headlights are so dim that the vehicle is almost unsafe to drive at night time. This is especially true while driving in rain or snow at night. I have different strengths of headlights nothing helps. My family is at the point of not wanting to ride anywhere with me in the vehicle at night time. This past weekend it was raining when we left family and driving 20 miles in rain and night on low beam my girlfriend said she will never ride again at night. We live in an area where deer and other animals are often near the road at night time. This 2018 Ford Edge has even me a military veteran almost too scared to drive the vehicle at night time!! PLEASE HELP make Ford remedy this problem before people die!!! There seems to be some sort of opaque lens in front of the low beam headlight bulb and it seems to make is so the low beam is unable to give the vehicle any good lighting on low beam at night time.
- 12/11/2024· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while accelerating from a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated while responding. The contact stated that the failure progressively worsened. The contact also noticed that the vehicle was experiencing excessive coolant consumption. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle experienced a rough start and was shuddering temporarily. Additionally, the contact stated while attempting to drive from a complete stop onto the road, the message "Caution - Coolant Temperature Overheat" was displayed, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The contact stated that upon depressing the accelerator pedal again the vehicle was sputtering and was significantly sluggish. The contact stated that the vehicle was able to accelerate to 30 MPH after driving for 1 mile. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion in the cylinders. The dealer determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered to partially cover the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000.
- 12/11/2024· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the heater was not working properly. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed and the contact was informed that coolant was leaking into the cylinders, and that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to Technical Service Bulletin: 19-2208 and 22-2229. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 44,900.
- 12/10/2022· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Only have about 13600 miles on my 2018 Edge and the battery drains down about .5 v overnight. Could not start in in my garage after 4 days of sitting, charged it up and took it to the Ford dealer where they did a load test on the battery, it tested at 89%. I did a load test with a multimeter with the same results. Dealer told me to keep a trickle charger on it because I didn't drive it enough which was a poor answer. There is a NHTSA #18V54800 out there and a Ford recall #18S25 that does not include my SUV but it could have the same problem. Looking on line there are others with the same issues with the battery going dead just by sitting and in most cases changing out batteries was not the cure and it seemed Ford offered no resolve. If this is a problem caused by a loose connection or a short it could indeed become a bigger safety issue. My vehicle was built at the same plant as stated on the Ford recall # and it should be considered a safety issue for all Edges of the model year of 2018 made a that plant. I'm not sure this is my problem but I need to start somewhere noting that it's happened to others besides me. Thank you for any help in this matter
- 12/10/2020· UNKNOWN OR OTHER
THE FORD SYNC SYSTEM STOPPED WORKING I CAN NOT CHARGE MY PHONE THE RADIO DOESN'T PLAY NOR DOES THE BACK UP CAMERA WORK ON THE VEHICLE
- 12/10/2018· UNKNOWN OR OTHER
WHILE DRIVING ON A MAJOR INTERSTATE AT APPROX. 70MPH THE PANORAMIC MOON ROOF SUDDENLY SHATTERED. PIECES OF GLASS ENTERED THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT THROUGHOUT THE FRONT AND BACK SEATS.
- 12/09/2025· ENGINE
Ford has a known problem with Ecoboost engines can leak coolant into the engine’s valves. This happened to our vehicle and we had to replace the engine due to misfiring cylinders. The check engine light kept coming on. We intially replaced all spark plugs and coils. Then after that didn't resolve the problem, the entire engine had to be replaced.
- 12/07/2023· ENGINE
The vehicle would run rough and falter upon cold start. The "check engine" light activated. The code indicated a misfire in cylinder #2 "permanent". The local Ford Dealership diagnosed the issue and informed me that coolant was getting into the cylinder and could eventually cause the engine to fail and pose a safety issue. The vehicle probably had 74,000 or less when I first noticed the symptoms. Initially, I replaced all the ignition coils and spark plugs, but it did not resolve the issue. At time of engine replacement, the vehicle had 76,195 miles on the odometer.
- 12/06/2025· ENGINE
My ford edge has a problem where coolant mysteriously disappears a flood like it’s getting vacuumed into engine cylinders causing the engine to run rough with white smoke coming from exhaust. This is on my 2.0l turbocharged ecoboost engine and I have already seen other consumer reports about other having the same issue all over social media and Ford will not do anything about it and will charge you almost $10,000 dollars for something that was their fault. They made a mistake in creating the engine block and thus now many people are suffering because of this.
- 12/06/2024· ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Symptoms: Coolent level would go low; White smoke from exhaust; Vehicle would run rough; Coolent was in cylinder; and Check engine light would indicate. I took vehicle to my local Ford dealer. I was told this is a known issue with my vehicle and that the engine needed replaced. See previous Complaint # 11558954
- 12/06/2024· POWER TRAIN
I took my vehicle in for a check engine light to the dealership. It has been diagnosed with coolant intrusion. There is a current recall but I’ve been told my vehicle isn’t in it even though this is what is wrong with my vehicle
- 12/06/2023· ENGINE
My 2018 Ford edge is needing an engine replacement. This is related to a technical service bulletin that Ford motor company released in December of 2019. TSB, 19-2346 and TSB22-2229. I am still covered under an extended warranty and powertrain warranty but they warranty companies are telling me because I had one oil change laps by 1,900 miles that it is not covered under warranty. Regardless, if it is covered under warranty or not, this should be something that Ford motor company pays for. Considering it is a known issue, there are open class action, lawsuits, and open forms about these recalls that haven't yet been called recalls.
- 12/04/2024· FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
When refueling and the engine is on the revolutions (rpm) go up and down and then engine will turn off by itself. It then takes 2 to 5 minutes to restart engine and then you have to raise the rpm’s until it’s drivable. During this process you can also smell fuel from gas tank area.
- 12/02/2025· ENGINE
2.0L EcoBoost engine - while driving the 2018 Ford Edge with approximately 50K miles, the vehicle displayed a rapid overtemp condition and then a check engine light for a misfire on cylinder 2. Coolant was almost empty and I re-filled the resivoir and dealer reset the check engine light. This happened about two more times with the coolant resivoir along with multiple check engine lights for the #2 cylinder. Each time the Ford dealer reset the check engine light for the #2 cylinder but did not give information about why the coolant level was dropping to almost zero. I went to a different dealer who referred me to the Ford TCB 22-2229. I Spoke to Ford customer service directly and the engine long block was replaced at my expense since Ford would not pay for the repair.
- 12/02/2022· FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The car has difficulty staying started after filling up with fuel. It does settle out but it is getting worse.. Today, it shut off while moving after just being filled up. Apparently, the fuel purge valve is going bad. This should be a recall of some sort since it seems to be a common problem with this vehicle. An expensive problem.
- 12/01/2023· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a rough start. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where DTC Code: P0301 was retrieved. The dealer determined that there was coolant intrusion into the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to Ford Campaign Number: 19-2208. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under the Service Campaign. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 48,570.
- 12/01/2020· ENGINE
2018 MODEL W/ 2.0L ENGINE. CAR STARTING & IDLING WAS SLUGGISH. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON. TOOK TO FORD FOR TROUBLESHOOTING. EVALUATION REVEALED COOLANT IN CYLINDER. CAR HAS 34,500 MILES ON IT. NEW ENGINE WAS REQUIRED. ENGINES SHOULD NEVER NEED REPLACED. SEEMS LIKE MANY OTHERS ARE HAVING ISSUES WITH ENGINES ON THIS MAKE & MODEL. FORD SHOULD REPLACE THESE ENGINES BEFORE WARRANTY EXPIRE AS THEY ARE APPEAR PROBLEMATIC.
- 12/01/2020· SERVICE BRAKES
A CLIENT OF OURS WANTS TO FILE A COMPLAINT ON THE 2018 FORD EDGE RECALL. CLIENT WOULD LIKE FORD TO KNOW THAT THEY ARE NOT WORKING WITH THEIR SUPPLIERS FAST ENOUGH TO PRODUCE THE NECESSARY PARTS AND THEREFORE CAUSING A DELAY IN THE REMEDY OF SAID RECALL. THE CLIENT WOULD ALSO LIKE TO NOTE THAT THIS IS CREATING A SAFETY CONCERN FOR THE USER.
- 11/30/2023· WHEELS
The lug nuts are bulging and won't come off which as needed then the wheel can't as well. Just had new tires put on which the shop had to destroy one to get the wheel off. If a flat tire occurred I would not be able to take off a wheel and change it. I have heard this is a problem on the design for many Ford vehicles.
- 11/30/2022· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated the heating unit was blowing but failed to get warm. While driving and using the A/C unit, the vehicle would warm up. The defroster was inoperable. The check engine warning light was flashing on and off. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that coolant was entering the engine. The manufacturer was notified but no additional assistance was provided and referred to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 113,000.
- 11/28/2025· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,BACK OVER PREVENTION
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the infotainment system screen displayed both the forward and rearview images simultaneously. In addition, the contact stated that the buttons on the infotainment system were lagging and were sometimes inoperable while pressed. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, where the contact was informed that the failure was related to an unrepaired recall. The dealer declined to inspect the vehicle at the time. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact later received a call from the dealer to schedule the recall repair for June 2026, when the parts were scheduled to be available. The contact stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive with the forward and rearview images displayed on the infotainment system screen simultaneously, and the contact could not wait until June 2026. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The contact was informed that the failure was not related to the unrepaired recall. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000.
- 11/28/2018· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
AT RANDOM TIMES (NO CONSISTENCY) AS WE ARE DRIVING OR AT INITIAL START UP, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WILL BLACK OUT WITH NO COMMUNICATION ALONG WITH AN OCCASION "TRANSMISSION NOT IN PARK" MESSAGE THAT APPEARS. RADIO IS LOST AS WELL. I HAVE RETURNED TO THE DEALER FOR WARRANTY REPAIR FOR THE 4TH TIME IN LESS THAN 2 MONTHS WITH NO RESOLUTION. INITIAL REPAIR WAS A LOOSE WIRE, SAME ISSUE APPEARED LESS THAN A WEEK LATER. 2ND REPAIR THE DEALER "FLASHED" THE BCM. SAME ISSUE APPEARED THE NEXT DAY. THIRD REPAIR, THE BCM WAS REPLACED. LESS THAN 2 DAYS LATER, SAME ISSUE APPEARED. IT IS CURRENTLY AT THE DEALER AGAIN AND I WAS TOLD THAT FORD ENGINEERING NOW HAS TO GET INVOLVED AS THEY HAVE NO SOLUTION TO THIS ISSUE.
- 11/26/2025· ENGINE
The defect involves the engine block or cylinder head design, which allows engine coolant to intrude into the engine's combustion cylinders. Coolant mixing with the engine oil will cause a catastrophic failure and can lead to an engine fire. Ford has issued Technical Service Bulletins TSB 19-2346 but it does not cover any cost and no recalls have been issued. This is a known manufacturing defect in which Ford is taking no accountability.
- 11/23/2024· POWER TRAIN
I am told my torque converter clutch is slipping, and I am recommended to replace my torque converter and pump despite the vehicle having only 64,000 miles driven. Transmission parts are failing despite having a relatively young car. The vehicle was inspected at a Ford dealership and a diagnostic was performed to find this defect. I have investigated if there is an open recall for my VIN and none appear, although the torque converter on 2018 Ford Edge Titanium vehicles have recalls on them. Prior to the failure, a wrench icon as well as the check engine light were turning on and off between uses of the vehicle. These icons both turned off prior to bringing my vehicle to the dealership, indicating to me that there was no longer an issue present, though the dealership stated through their diagnostic that there indeed was still an issue with the transmission.
- 11/22/2025· ENGINE
2018 Ford Edge with 119K miles. Issue has been determined to be the known issue of coolant intrusion into the cylinders. The issue was noticed while stopped at a traffic light, vehicle started "reving" and showed RPM fluctuations. On two separate occasions, the vehicle lost all ability to accelerate while driving. It's also has white smoke coming out of the exhaust and has been losing coolant at an alarming rate. After multiple inspections and other attempted fixes (water pump replacement, spark plugs replaced, fuel pump replaced), it's been determined that the coolant intrusion is to blame. The vehicle is deemed unsafe to drive in the current state and extended warranty is no longer in affect due to the mileage.