repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2018 Ford EdgeProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 856 owner complaints about the 2018 Ford Edge, most often about the engine. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-544 the manufacturer reports only 10% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 9, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Ford Edge has problems
856 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
477Engine2 crash/fire/injury
180Engine and engine cooling
83Power train3 crash/fire/injury
38Electrical system
24Back over prevention
23Fuel/propulsion system
21Service brakes
20Structure
18Service brakes, hydraulic
11119 other systems20 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 477 | 2 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 180 | 0 |
| Power train | 83 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 38 | 3 |
| Back over prevention | 24 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 23 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 21 | 2 |
| Structure | 20 | 5 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 18 | 1 |
| 19 other systems | 111 | 20 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2018 Ford Edge recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Automatic transmission: gear position indication (prndl)
Risk. 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.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Service brakes
Risk. 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.
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repaired · 2020 Q1
Doors: latch
Risk. If the doors open in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Risk. An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Automatic transmission: torque converter
Risk. If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move,…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Mileage at failure
When do engine problems start?
70kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 115 engine complaints. 88% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 42% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
8under 30k miles101under 100k miles14100k miles or more
Owner-reported costs
What owners say repairs cost
Dollar amounts owners wrote in their complaints when describing a repair or a quote. These are not price estimates; a system is shown only when at least 8 owners mentioned a cost.
Engine
85 owners mentioned a cost$8,200median
Middle half: $7,000 – $9,600
Power train
10 owners mentioned a cost$6,978median
Middle half: $1,775 – $9,163
If a problem is covered by a recall, the dealer fixes it for free. Some manufacturers also reimburse owners who paid for a repair before a recall was announced.
Best & worst years
2018 vs. every other Edge year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Edge median. How we score
'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2018 Ford Edge safety ratings
2018 Ford Edge SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (15.5% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: Optional
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2018 Ford Edge, and the recalls they led to.
- Loss of Motive PowerOpen
In owners' words
What Edge owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
On 9/8/2026 the engine lost power almost causing me to be rear ended. I had to pull over and drive home on side streets with my hazards on.This is from a coolant intrusion issue with the motor.
Engine began running with limited power, check engine light, misfire code on cylinder 3 Engine failure at 75000 miles, coolant intrusion on cylinder 3 diagnosed by certified mechanic shop. Safety put at risk due to lack of acceleration. During borecope inspection technician found coolant intrusion…
My 2018 Ford Edge has been diagnosed twice, once by a Ford Dealer and once by an independent mechanic, with an Engine Coolant Intrusion leak. The original diagnosis came in 2025 from the Ford Dealer with only 55,000 miles on the car. The dealership quoted on 2025 $9000 to replace the engine, out of…
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