Ford Edge Engine and Engine Cooling Problems
Owners have filed 681 complaints with NHTSA about engine and engine cooling problems on the Ford Edge across 15 model years. The 2017 model year has the most (266). The words owners use most often: “coolant intrusion” (38% of reports).
- 681engine and engine cooling complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 3mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 43%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Coolant intrusion: mentioned in 257 of 681 complaints (38%)
- Cylinder engine: mentioned in 67 of 681 complaints (10%)
- Smoke exhaust: mentioned in 65 of 681 complaints (10%)
- Long block: mentioned in 48 of 681 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do engine and engine cooling problems happen?
Based on 620 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 681 complaints, 3 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury.
Ford Edge engine and engine cooling complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine and Engine Cooling complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Edge | 3 | 3% | 8,000 |
| 2020 Edge | 3 | 1% | 75,000 |
| 2019 Edge | 34 | 4% | 58,924 |
| 2018 Edge | 178 | 21% | 78,000 |
| 2017 Edge | 266 | 19% | 75,054 |
| 2016 Edge | 89 | 10% | 83,000 |
| 2015 Edge | 24 | 3% | 108,000 |
| 2014 Edge | 7 | 2% | 86,000 |
| 2013 Edge | 12 | 0% | 85,002 |
| 2012 Edge | 5 | 0% | 92,000 |
| 2011 Edge | 18 | 1% | 40,447 |
| 2010 Edge | 15 | 2% | 23,000 |
| 2009 Edge | 4 | 2% | 50,250 |
| 2008 Edge | 11 | 1% | 32,000 |
| 2007 Edge | 12 | 1% | 41,483 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical
Model years: 2021, 2022
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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was losing coolant, but there was no leak found. The vehicle was towed to Meineke, where it was informed that the engine needed to be replaced…
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that an independent mechanic became aware that coolant was leaking into cylinder #3. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, DTC: P0303 was displayed. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Action Number: DP26008…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. While driving approximately 25 - 35 MPH, the engine was running rough, and the message that the engine was overheating was displayed. The contact turned off the vehicle and waited, but the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent…
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine was blown due to coolant intrusion into the cylinders. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by mail. The failure mileage…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was determined that there…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford Edges have engine and engine cooling problems?
No. NHTSA has 681 owner complaints about engine and engine cooling for the Ford Edge. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Ford Edge engine and engine cooling?
Yes: 1 safety recall list engine and engine cooling. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about engine and engine cooling problems on the Ford Edge?
The most frequent phrase is “coolant intrusion”, in 257 of 681 complaints, followed by “cylinder engine” (67).
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