2020 Ford Edge Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Edge years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 13th of 19 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 324 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Ford Edge. That ranks 13th out of 19 Edge model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (188 complaints, 58%), typically at around 84,000 miles. Complaints mention 12 crashes, 1 fire, 15 injuries. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 324owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 12complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2020 Ford Edge problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train problems | 188 | 58% | 84,000 | “torque converter” (30%) | $7,000 |
| Engine problems | 51 | 16% | 48,157 | “torque converter” (12%) | — |
| Unknown or Other | 50 | 15% | 2,733 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 25 | 8% | 21,403 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 21 | 6% | 26,150 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 13 | 4% | 68,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 4% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 11 | 3% | 44,900 | — | — |
| Visibility | 10 | 3% | 25,250 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 2% | 17,015 | — | — |
| Structure | 6 | 2% | 27,510 | — | — |
| Suspension | 6 | 2% | 17,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 5 | 2% | 21,000 | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 5 | 2% | 13,975 | — | — |
| Steering | 5 | 2% | 601 | — | — |
| Wheels | 4 | 1% | 3,801 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 1% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 1% | 3,200 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 0% | 71,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 0% | 61,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2020 Ford Edge recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Back over prevention:software
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Power train:driveline:driveshaft
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. An inadequate amount of lubricant in the rear drive unit may cause seizure of the rear drive axle.
Risk: If the rear drive unit seizes, there may be a loss of drive and/or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the rear drive unit lubricant level. Axles found to have lubricant at the minimum level will be filled to the full level. Axles found to be below the minimum lubricant fill level will be replaced, free of charge. This recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S02.
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: Reduced rearward visibility can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Remedy became available on February 1, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C19.
Power train:automatic transmission
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect and Lincoln MKX and 2020 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.
Risk: Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission fluid leak and may progress to a loss of transmission function. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S49.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Rearview Camera FMVSS 111 Noncompliance (RQ21002) — opened Aug 3, 2021, still open, led to recall 26V104.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Vehicle shudders and is sluggish. Dealer says torque converter needs replaced for $4700. This could leave me stranded on a highway or neighborhood. There are no warnings on my vehicle. Seems to be a very common problem in this vehicle. Vehicle has not been repaired yet due to cost. Parts are hard…
The EGR cooler failed (TSB 20-2234) in my 2020 Ford Edge ST line on 9/26/26. I started my car and drove down my street and the car began smoking white/gray burning odor from exhausts with a sudden loss of power while driving on a public street. Leading up to this incident and during, no warning…
I own a 2020 Ford Edge ST-Line AWD with approximately 40,000 miles I am reporting a safety concern involving the Rear Drive Unit (RDU). My vehicle has developed a noticeable rumbling/binding sensation from the rear of the vehicle when making left or right turns, particularly at low speeds and…
The EGR cooler failed on my 2020 Ford Edge ST Line. On 9/26/26, I started my car and it began smoking white/gray from exhausts and burning odor. Leading up to this incident and during, there was no warning indicators or messages regarding the engine that appearerd. The temperature gauge remained at…
hard shifting of the transmission causes sudden acceleration interruption. the brief delay is concerning while entering traffic.
Other Ford Edge years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Edge | 44 | 2 |
| 2023 Edge | 23 | 4 |
| 2022 Edge | 132 | 5 |
| 2021 Edge | 112 | 7 |
| 2020 | 324 | 4 |
| 2019 Edge | 770 | 3 |
| 2018 Edge | 840 | 7 |
| 2017 Edge | 1,374 | 8 |
| 2016 Edge | 923 | 7 |
| 2015 Edge | 729 | 7 |
| 2014 Edge | 383 | 3 |
| 2013 Edge | 2,446 | 2 |
| 2012 Edge | 1,134 | 3 |
| 2011 Edge | 1,803 | 3 |
| 2010 Edge | 673 | 6 |
| 2009 Edge | 261 | 6 |
| 2008 Edge | 1,120 | 6 |
| 2007 Edge | 989 | 5 |
| 2004 Edge | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Ford Edge?
Owners most often report power train, engine, unknown or other problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 188 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Ford Edge?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2020 Ford Edge a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Edge model years, the 2020 has far fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.