2022 Ford Edge Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 15, 2026 · 133 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Edge years
Far fewer complaints than other years 15th of 19 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
5 out of 5 stars

Owners have filed 133 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Ford Edge. That ranks 15th out of 19 Edge model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (46 complaints, 35%), typically at around 86,000 miles. Complaints mention 9 crashes, 15 injuries. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

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Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2022 Ford Edge problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train46 · ~86,000 mi
Unknown or Other24
Back Over Prevention20 · ~54,000 mi
Electrical System18 · ~10,000 mi
Engine13 · ~2,450 mi
Forward Collision Avoidance7 · ~54,445 mi
Air Bags6 · ~63,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion System4
Latches/locks/linkages4
Vehicle Speed Control4
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train4635%86,000——
Unknown or Other2418%———
Back Over Prevention2015%54,000——
Electrical System1814%10,000——
Engine1310%2,450——
Forward Collision Avoidance75%54,445——
Air Bags65%63,000——
Fuel/propulsion System43%———
Latches/locks/linkages43%———
Vehicle Speed Control43%———
Visibility43%20,000——
Structure32%———
Fuel System, Gasoline22%66,500——
Seat Belts22%36,000——
Seats22%———
Service Brakes22%———
Suspension22%———
Equipment11%———
Exterior Lighting11%———
Lane Departure11%———
Visibility/wiper11%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2025, with 51 complaints
2022: 152022152023: 9202392024: 112024112025: 512025512026: 47202647

n = 133 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2022 Ford Edge recalls (5)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Back over prevention:softwareMar 3, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V124000 · 849,310 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Ford Bronco and 2021-2024 Ford Edge vehicles. The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) may overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.

Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: The APIM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S09. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.

Back over prevention:softwareMay 9, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V315000 · 1,076,138 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

Risk: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

Back over prevention:softwareMar 14, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V160000 · 2,290 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Edge vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-151. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image when the vehicle is in reverse.

Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S28.

Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanicalAug 23, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V635000 · 90,736 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.

Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.

Back over prevention:display function; back over prevention:softwareMar 11, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V151000 · 78,376 vehicles

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Edge vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image when the vehicle is in reverse.

Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: The rearview camera software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S14.

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

  • Loss of Motive Power (EA23002) — opened Sep 29, 2023, closed Oct 31, 2024, led to recall 24V635.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

I have a 2022 Ford Edge with catastrophic internal mechanical failure of the 8F35 8-speed automatic transmission and torque converter assembly. This issue became substantially noticeable in early April of 2026 (probably earlier but I was unaware it was transmission issues) while on a road trip when…

Power Train · received Oct 15, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11771396

My 2022 Ford Edge suffered a catastrophic internal mechanical failure of the 8F35 8-speed automatic transmission and torque converter assembly. The Ford dealership service department dropped the pan and found heavy metal shavings, confirming total internal destruction. The vehicle is currently…

Power Train · received Oct 7, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11769736

Vehicle is loosing power. New battery installed, and that battery is quickly draining as well. Recall issues not rectified as of 8/3/26

Electrical System · received Sep 28, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11767531

I bought my 2022 ford edge (AWD Titanium) last year and not too long after that I experienced transmission shudder. I recently spoke with a technician about this and he had mentioned that other ford edges are having the same issue as mine to the point that ford has issued a TSB on this subject. I'm…

Power Train · received Sep 18, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11765381

Shuddering and jerking from 20-40 mph. Dealer reports torque converter and planetary gear problems requiring expensive repairs or replacement of the transmission.

Power Train · received Sep 2, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11761647

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford Edge?

Owners most often report power train, unknown or other, back over prevention problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 46 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2022 Ford Edge?

Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2022 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 2022 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.