repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle.
2019 Ford EdgeProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 777 owner complaints about the 2019 Ford Edge, most often about the power train. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-442 the manufacturer reports only 59% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 6, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Ford Edge has problems
777 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
467Power train5 crash/fire/injury
159Engine1 crash/fire/injury
34Electrical system
34Engine and engine cooling
32Fuel/propulsion system
22Seat belts
20Wheels
20Vehicle speed control
13Service brakes
6915 other systems4 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 467 | 5 |
| Engine | 159 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 34 | 2 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 34 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 32 | 2 |
| Seat belts | 22 | 0 |
| Wheels | 20 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 20 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 13 | 0 |
| 15 other systems | 69 | 4 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2019 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 · 2022 Q2
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission fluid leak and may progress to a loss of transmission function.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Front: anchorage
Risk. In the event of a crash, seat belt webbing that detaches from the anchor will not properly restrain the driver, increasing their risk of injury.
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 power train problems start?
70kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 105 power train complaints. 82% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 28% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
12under 30k miles86under 100k miles19100k 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.
Power train
52 owners mentioned a cost$4,850median
Middle half: $3,825 – $8,000
Engine
19 owners mentioned a cost$5,200median
Middle half: $3,450 – $10,900
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
2019 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
2019 Ford Edge safety ratings
2019 Ford Edge SUV FWD 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: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Edge owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Vehicle shuddering and bucking when driving at speeds from 0-60mph. Hard shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear. Ford has TSBs about this known issue in 2019-2022 Ford Edges but will only repair if under warranty or customer pays for it. Can result in premature transmission failure if not fixed early. Had…
I own a 2019 Ford Edge Titanium with approximately 116,000 miles. My transmission recently experienced a catastrophic failure without any prior warning or indication of a problem. I have been extremely happy with this vehicle, and the engine and other major components remain in excellent condition.…
Failure of torque converter at 50,653 miles due to a known transmission manufacturing flaw. Service bulletin 26-2171 applies. Requires replacement of torque converter, output planetary carrier assembly, fluid filters, main control overhaul, transmision fluid, all seals/gaskets, and a full reprogram…
Own a 2019 Edge?
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