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    Ford Edge

    EPA MPG: 23 mpg

    RECALL ALERT:
    There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

    Reliability

    Overall Reliability

    We expect the 2024 Edge will be more reliable than the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2022, 2023, and 2024 models.

    The 2016 Ford Edge has been recalled 5 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
    Most Common Trouble Spots
    Common Trouble Spot
    Common Trouble Spot

    Owner Reported Trouble Spots

    The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2016 Ford Edge owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

    Engine Major

    Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

    What Owners Say

    Cylinder head

    "Stuck spark plug"

    Anonymous, KS (2016 Ford Edge SE 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Engine rebuild or replacement

    "Problem started right after the 100000 mile mark. The head gasket gave way and coolant made its way into the cylinder one. The problem hasn't been resolved. I was quoted 8k for a engine replacement after diagnostic. I turned down the repair as the car its self isn't worth more than 8k on KBB."

    Anonymous A., IN (2016 Ford Edge SEL 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Do not buy a Ford with an Ecoboost engine! I had to pay for a new engine at 87000 miles."

    Anonymous, OH (2016 Ford Edge Titanium 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Coolant was leaking into the cylinders"

    Anonymous, MI (2016 Ford Edge SEL 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Ford knew, as far back as 2011, that it had an engine block design issue which eventually would cause antifreeze to leak into the cylinders thereby rendering the engine useless and have to be replaced. I received no assistance from my local Ford dealer nor Ford directly to replace my engine, costing me $8,000.00 Plus, there was no information available about this issue & further I wasnt able to join with a class action law suit either!"

    Anonymous, (2016 Ford Edge SEL 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "engine coolant leaking through cylinder heads got engine and head replaced no problem since we have a 100 k warranty now"

    Anonymous A., NS (2016 Ford Edge SE 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Other major engine problem

    "Same as above. Both are connected, and we don't know if the engine is involved, or if it is just a transmission failure."

    Anonymous, TX (2016 Ford Edge Titanium 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Brakes

    Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

    What Owners Say

    Master cylinder

    "Spongy brake pedal. Started January 2024.Loss of fluid because driver side rear brake hose was leaking. Rear brake line was replaced days after symptoms first noticed."

    Anonymous A., MN (2016 Ford Edge Titanium 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Other brakes problem

    "Break line broke while driving"

    Anonymous, AB (2016 Ford Edge SEL 3.5-L V6)

    "Driver & passenger seats not ergonomic, cause pressure on my body, brake lines had hole in them, moon roof can't close properly- don't use it after having to spend 10 mins manually closing with two people pushing, condensation in tail lights ( ford confirmed manufacturing defect but no attempt to correct) very little heat in feet area, catalytic converter issue, and possibly transmission issue. Hate it so much, and yet they signed me up to pay 331$ bi- weekly for 5 years. Will never ever drive a Ford again. Absolute worst experience with vehicles. I have told them repeatedly that they are a lightbulb company"

    Anonymous, (2016 Ford Edge SEL 3.5-L V6)
    Parking brake

    "Parking brake warning light alert and alarm came on one day. I activated the parking brake and released it to get the warning to turn off. This happened on and off for weeks. It was determined that the parking brake cable had corroded. Upon investigating the issue I discovered this has been an issue with the 2016 Ford Edge."

    Anonymous A., MN (2016 Ford Edge Titanium 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Pulsation or vibration

    "This event was not a dangerous problem but an indication that I was due for new brakes."

    Anonymous A., MI (2016 Ford Edge SEL 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Rotors

    "Rear rotors do not last long. Dealer often recommends machining each year. They also rust and score easily."

    Anonymous, ON (2016 Ford Edge Sport 2.7-L V6 turbo)

    Exhaust

    Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Catalytic converter

    "Converter was "clogged" increasing backpressure and had to be replaced. Vehicle kept showing "check-engine" light until converter was replaced."

    Anonymous, OH (2016 Ford Edge Titanium 3.5-L V6)
    Other/unsure

    "SightlInes and turn radius"

    Anonymous, (2016 Ford Edge SEL 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Sight lines and turn radius"

    Anonymous, (2016 Ford Edge SEL 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "The engine continuously drains the battery"

    Anonymous, MI (2016 Ford Edge SE)

    Climate System

    AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

    What Owners Say

    A/C compressor

    "For a while it was one problem after another..got the air con compressor replace and we are good to go"

    Anonymous A., NS (2016 Ford Edge SE 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Automatic climate control

    "Blend door actuator"

    Anonymous, MN (2016 Ford Edge Titanium 3.5-L V6)
    Refrigerant leaks

    "Seemingly a slow leak that can't be found. Freon recharge in 2023, held all season. Failing again in spring 2024. Recharging, no leaks found"

    Anonymous A., MI (2016 Ford Edge Titanium 3.5-L V6)

    Fuel System/Emissions

    Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

    What Owners Say

    Emission control devices (includes EGR)

    "Charcoal canister clogged"

    Anonymous, ON (2016 Ford Edge Titanium 3.5-L V6)
    Other emissions/fuel system problem

    "Replaced spark plugs. Check engine light continued to light up. Stopped eventually (about 3months) Could have been weather related, happened between October through March."

    Anonymous, VA (2016 Ford Edge SEL 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Transmission Minor

    Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Gear selector or linkage

    "It was due to a recall repair. Dealership performed the recall repair and left a part off of the shifter cable that attached to the gear shift. Caused vehicle to break down twice. Dealership would not accept liability. Would not even return calls because they made a dangerous mistake. Tried to buy the vehicle from me because it has been a good vehicle, though, otherwise."

    Anonymous A., AL (2016 Ford Edge Sport 2.7-L V6 turbo)
    Transmission leaks

    "Dealership scared me and made me think the transmission had to have a major repair or be replaced. Like thousands of dollars repair. Then, they found two bolts were loose on the transmission which made no sense because I had never given anyone permission to touch the transmission. Have no clue how two random bolts were loose underneath the vehicle on the transmission. They were tightened and it fixed the problem. The vehicle had no transmission type symptoms other than a tiny leak caused by the loose bolts."

    Anonymous A., AL (2016 Ford Edge Sport 2.7-L V6 turbo)

    Noises And Leaks

    Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Seals and/or weather-stripping

    "Rubber gasket around the rear driver side door wont stay on."

    Anonymous, MO (2016 Ford Edge Titanium 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Squeaks or rattles

    "Underhood"

    Anonymous, CT (2016 Ford Edge Titanium 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Engine Cooling

    Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

    What Owners Say

    Water pump

    "Water pump leaking and it is located internal to the engine. $5000.00 to repair. Bad engine design."

    Anonymous, TN (2016 Ford Edge Titanium 3.5-L V6)

    Electrical Accessories

    Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

    What Owners Say

    Other electrical system problem

    "Failure of the sun visor which caused the garage door opener not to function and all other roof based electrical systems to fail."

    Anonymous, MI (2016 Ford Edge SEL 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Transmission Major

    Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

    What Owners Say

    Other major transmission & clutch problem

    "Ford did a transmission flush 6 days before we broke down. Car sent off multiple warnings on info screen, started smoking, we stopped and called a tow truck. After another six days, we have been told by ford that the transmission is leaking, and seems to have other, unknown, problems. Still waiting to hear what happened."

    Anonymous, TX (2016 Ford Edge Titanium 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    In-car Electronics

    Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

    What Owners Say

    Display screen freezes up

    "The screen would just freeze upend go blank it took along time for it to come back on still continues to happen"

    Anonymous A., AB (2016 Ford Edge SEL 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Engine Minor

    Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

    What Owners Say

    Oil leaks

    "Oil pan replaced 5 times so far."

    Anonymous, NJ (2016 Ford Edge Sport 2.7-L V6 turbo)

    Body Hardware

    Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

    What Owners Say

    Seat controls - power

    "The most distressing problem is the seats, even tho there are many issues, the seats are causing more issues with my body and causing more pressure in my legs and lumbar. I alreadycsnd desling with mild scoliosis and being hit on my drivers seat by another driver, I have had many terrible conversations with Ford managers and Ford.ca. One sales manager admitted to some issues that there parts are lower quality and other defects but did absolutely nothing to correct issues. IMO they only want your money. They do not care if you have ongoing issues with their products, I believe they want you to spend more money their service department. Absolute worst experience ever, it has affected my physical and mental health being trapped in this vehicle, negative equity, can't afford to getvoutvifvit either."

    Anonymous, (2016 Ford Edge SEL 3.5-L V6)

    Paint And Trim

    Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

    What Owners Say

    Other paint & trim problem

    "Parking lot damage"

    Anonymous, FL (2016 Ford Edge Titanium 3.5-L V6)

    Steering And Suspension

    Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

    What Owners Say

    Shocks or struts

    "Top shock absorber mount at rear worn causing clunking noise over bumps"

    Anonymous, ON (2016 Ford Edge Sport 2.7-L V6 turbo)

    Drive System

    Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

    Engine Electrical

    Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

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    Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories. NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
    Recalls
    PROVIDED BY
    POWER TRAIN
    Jun 10, 2022
    A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
    Summary:
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
    What should you do:
    Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S43.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 22V413000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 2925968
    SERVICE BRAKES, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
    Aug 11, 2020
    A ruptured front brake hose will cause a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
    What should you do:
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hoses with the new hoses that have a revised braid material, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. An interim letter notifying owners of the safety risk was mailed September 21, 2020. A second letter will be sent once parts are available, which is expected to begin April 15, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S42.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 20V469000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 488594
    STEERING
    Aug 29, 2019
    If the bolts corrode, the steering gear motor may detach from the gear housing resulting in a loss of power steering assist, requiring a greater steering effort, especially at lower speeds, and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 Ford Edge, and 2016 Lincoln MKX vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Road salt or other contaminants may corrode the electric power steering gear motor attachment bolts.
    What should you do:
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear motor bolts and apply a wax sealer. If any of the steering gear motor attachment bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be installed in the vehicle. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S26.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 19V632000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 116160
    AIR BAGS
    Feb 27, 2017
    During deployment, if the air bag does not fully inflate or the cushion detaches, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
    Summary:
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles and 2017 Lincoln Continental vehicles. In the event of a crash, the driver's frontal air bag may not fully inflate or the air bag cushion may detach from the air bag module. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
    What should you do:
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began June 16, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C02.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 17V123000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 27531
    ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
    Oct 12, 2016
    If the operator is not warned of an ABS or ESC malfunction and the ESC loses engine torque control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured February 9, 2015, to August 12, 2016. During dealer servicing, the affected vehicles may be have been updated with incorrect Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software. This software can cause the ESC system to lose engine torque control, and not provide any warning lamps to warn the driver if there was an ABS or ESC system malfunction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems" and number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
    What should you do:
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module, and update the service software, free of charge. The recall begin November 22, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C14.
    For more information:
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 16V733000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 53
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