Ford Edge Structure Problems
Owners have filed 959 complaints with NHTSA about structure problems on the Ford Edge across 17 model years. The 2013 model year has the most (300). The words owners use most often: “door ajar” (58% of reports).
- 959structure complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 18mention a crash
- 27mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $690typical repair cost reported by owners
- 39%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.
- Door ajar: mentioned in 557 of 959 complaints (58%)
- Doors lock: mentioned in 93 of 959 complaints (10%)
- Interior stay: mentioned in 62 of 959 complaints (6%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical structure repair on the Ford Edge at $690, and half of them between $530 and $710.
Based on 35 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2014–2024), 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 structure problems happen?
Based on 752 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 959 complaints, 18 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 27 an injury.
Ford Edge structure complaints by model year
| Model year | Structure complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Edge | 2 | 5% | — |
| 2023 Edge | 2 | 9% | 28,000 |
| 2022 Edge | 3 | 2% | — |
| 2020 Edge | 6 | 2% | 27,510 |
| 2019 Edge | 11 | 1% | 29,006 |
| 2018 Edge | 20 | 2% | 22,000 |
| 2017 Edge | 26 | 2% | 37,500 |
| 2016 Edge | 32 | 3% | 38,925 |
| 2015 Edge | 51 | 7% | 40,000 |
| 2014 Edge | 17 | 4% | 58,500 |
| 2013 Edge | 300 | 12% | 44,000 |
| 2012 Edge | 168 | 15% | 45,000 |
| 2011 Edge | 274 | 15% | 51,500 |
| 2010 Edge | 13 | 2% | 45,000 |
| 2009 Edge | 4 | 2% | 65,000 |
| 2008 Edge | 16 | 1% | 76,500 |
| 2007 Edge | 14 | 1% | 51,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Structure:body:roof and pillars
Model years: 2017
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Edge vehicles equipped with the optional Panoramic Vista Roof. These vehicles may have an improperly welded windshield header, reducing the vehicle's lateral structural integrity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Risk: If the vehicle has reduced lateral structural integrity, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury in the event of a side-impact crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will repair the windshield header, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 17C05.
Structure:body
Model years: 2011
Problem: Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 f-150, f-250, f-350, f-450, f-550, edge and lincoln mkx vehicles. During a six-day production period, the supplier of the body control module manufactured modules that may have the potential for an internal short.
Risk: If an electrical short develops, an overheating condition may occur which can result in an unattended vehicle fire.
Fix: Dealer will replace the body control module if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I took my 2014 Ford Edge in for an annual inspection and discovered severe rust over the entire frame and a large hole rusted through the subframe. The rust had spread to the suspension and exhaust pipe. The car failed inspection and after seeking multiple consultations from auto body repair shops…
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Edge. The contact stated that on multiple occasions, the center console display overheated, causing the cabin temperature to become extremely hot. The air conditioning could not be operated due to the center console display being inoperable. No warning lights…
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that after opening the rear electronic liftgate door to retrieve items from the rear of the vehicle, the electronic liftgate door erroneously closed and struck the contact on the head, causing a minor contusion. No medical treatment was…
The entire passenger side panel flew off into traffic while driving. It was an entire disaster and I've never seen anything like this before. We're told by the dealerships this has happened before by several vehicles.
The 2017 Ford edge was parked in a parking spot, the shifter visually and physically engaged in the park position. Exited the vehicle went into the store. A vehicle passing by behind the Ford edge, noticed it slowly rolling backwards and did not stop colliding with the back of her truck. The Ford…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Ford Edges have structure problems?
No. NHTSA has 959 owner complaints about structure 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 structure?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list structure. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix structure problems on the Ford Edge?
Owners report a typical cost of $690 (half paid between $530 and $710), from 35 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about structure problems on the Ford Edge?
The most frequent phrase is “door ajar”, in 557 of 959 complaints, followed by “doors lock” (93).
Other Ford Edge problems
- Electrical System problems (2,619)
- Engine problems (2,609)
- Power Train problems (2,157)
- Service Brakes problems (1,815)
- Air Bags problems (1,306)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (681)
- Exterior Lighting problems (672)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (561)
See all Ford Edge problems.