Ford Edge Engine Problems
Owners have filed 2,609 complaints with NHTSA about engine problems on the Ford Edge across 18 model years. The 2017 model year has the most (701). The words owners use most often: “coolant intrusion” (15% of reports).
- 2,609engine complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 14mention a crash
- 8mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $8,700typical repair cost reported by owners
- 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 387 of 2,609 complaints (15%)
- White smoke: mentioned in 178 of 2,609 complaints (7%)
- Long block: mentioned in 148 of 2,609 complaints (6%)
- Ecoboost engine: mentioned in 141 of 2,609 complaints (5%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical engine repair on the Ford Edge at $8,700, and half of them between $7,000 and $10,000.
Based on 286 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2013–2026), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do engine problems happen?
Based on 1,170 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 2,609 complaints, 14 mention a crash, 25 a fire, 8 an injury.
Ford Edge engine complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Edge | 2 | 5% | 19,037 |
| 2023 Edge | 2 | 9% | 17,095 |
| 2022 Edge | 13 | 10% | 2,450 |
| 2021 Edge | 11 | 10% | 84,000 |
| 2020 Edge | 51 | 16% | 48,157 |
| 2019 Edge | 158 | 21% | 61,110 |
| 2018 Edge | 463 | 55% | 70,000 |
| 2017 Edge | 701 | 51% | 70,000 |
| 2016 Edge | 331 | 36% | 72,853 |
| 2015 Edge | 194 | 27% | 26,500 |
| 2014 Edge | 45 | 12% | 49,000 |
| 2013 Edge | 168 | 7% | 55,000 |
| 2012 Edge | 60 | 5% | 58,919 |
| 2011 Edge | 179 | 10% | 59,988 |
| 2010 Edge | 40 | 6% | 115,000 |
| 2009 Edge | 12 | 5% | 106,000 |
| 2008 Edge | 91 | 8% | 102,500 |
| 2007 Edge | 88 | 9% | 96,000 |
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.
Vehicle: 2015 Ford Edge with 2.0 Liter EcoBoost engine. Ref: DP26008 While driving, the "Engine Coolant Over Temperature" warning came on and the temperature level spiked and the check engine lights came on. Engine began to run really rough. At the time, I was travelling on the highway with my…
The engine ecoboost 2.0 needs a long block assembly due to coolant intrusion. This is a documented defect known to Ford but they refuse to reimburse replacement of the engine that can run over $9,000. This is a serious safety defect that can cause catastrophic damage or injury.
Hello, I'm on permanent disability and this my only car. it started with noticing white smoke coming out of the exhaust and a sweet smell. also noticed the coolant getting low and had to keep adding more in with no visible leaks. I pulled cylinder one plug and put a bore a scope down it and found a…
I got engine coolant leaking into cylinder #2 with error p0302. Car running rough and will not accelerate. I have been told by Ford this is a known design flaw they fixed in later models but don't take responsibility. It was a safety issue for me when the car wasn't accelerating on the freeway when…
The component that has failed is the engine and it is available for inspection. The vehicle on multiple occasions has had loss of power while driving. The most recent incident was when I was driving 100 miles on interstate 81 and could not go more then 60 miles an hour. I had multiple semis and…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford Edges have engine problems?
No. NHTSA has 2,609 owner complaints about engine 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?
Yes: 1 safety recall list engine. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix engine problems on the Ford Edge?
Owners report a typical cost of $8,700 (half paid between $7,000 and $10,000), from 286 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about engine problems on the Ford Edge?
The most frequent phrase is “coolant intrusion”, in 387 of 2,609 complaints, followed by “white smoke” (178).
Other Ford Edge problems
- Electrical System problems (2,619)
- Power Train problems (2,157)
- Service Brakes problems (1,815)
- Air Bags problems (1,306)
- Structure problems (959)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (681)
- Exterior Lighting problems (672)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (561)
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