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2011 Ford EdgeRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 1,803 owner complaints for the 2011 Ford Edge. Most complaints involve electrical system (687) and structure (274). The EPA rates it 19–21 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
19–21mpg
EPA · 6 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
3campaigns
Latest Feb 2011
Owner complaints
1,803
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,950est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

3 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Electrical system: software

Free remedy

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 FORD F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, EDGE, AND LINCOLN MKX TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 25, 2010, THROUGH NOVEMBER 20, 2010. THESE VEHICLES WERE INSPECTED USING INTEGRATED DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (IDS) THAT HAD A CUSTOM SOFTWARE ROUTINE TO READ THE SUSPECT BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) SERIAL NUMBER. BASED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER THE BCM WAS EITHER NOT AFFECTED OR REPLACED. THE CUSTOM SOFTWARE ROUTINE WAS NOT READING THE CORRECT SET OF CHARACTERS, AND WAS NOT ABLE TO IDENTIFY A BCM THAT REQUIRED REPLACEMENT AFFECTED BCMS MAY HAVE THE POTENTIAL FOR AN INTERNAL SHORT.

Electrical systemReported Feb 24, 2011NHTSA 11V128000

Structure: body

Free remedy

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.

StructureReported Dec 29, 2010NHTSA 10V659000

Latches

Free remedy

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 EDGE AND LINCOLN MKX VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 1, 2010, THROUGH OCTOBER 8, 2010. THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH INCORRECTLY CONFIGURED ELECTRONIC MODULE SETTINGS THAT DISABLE THE LOCKING FUNCTION OF THE LIFTGATE. ACCORDINGLY, THE VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 206, "DOOR LOCKS AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS."

Latches/locks/linkagesReported Oct 27, 2010NHTSA 10V516000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 8, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1,803 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2010 – Sep 2026
  1. Electrical system687
  2. Structure274
  3. Service brakes261
  4. Exterior lighting187
  5. Engine179
  6. Power train172
  7. Vehicle speed control88
  8. Latches/locks/linkages83
  9. Fuel/propulsion system57

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Edge model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
2007989
20081,120
2009261
2010673
20111,803
20121,134
20132,446
2014383
2015731
2016926
20171,377
2018849
2019774
2020328
2021114
2022135
202323
202444
Crashes reported
23
Fires reported
4
Injuries reported
8
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 8, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

687 reports1 crash4 fires
“The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 - 7 MPH, the vehicle failed to stop as needed. The brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. There was a squeaking sound coming from the vehicle. While making a left turn the vehicle shut off. The driver sustained a strain to the foot while depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle was towed to a residence. The contact called AAA Roadside Assistance. The contact stated that brakes service and an oil change were performed prior to the failure. The mechanic informed the contact that the failure was associated with the brake booster. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and it was confirmed that there was no recall associated with the failure. The manufacturer was contacted by phone, but no assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 63,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 29, 2026Service brakes, hydraulic, Electrical systemODI 11767795

Structure

274 reports2 crashes
“The throttle body issues again with the burning smell as well the whole car shut down like the other two times I reported on this website! Please note the team who fixed it last time was at Poway Ford and the main manager from auto maintenance was fired due to attempting to correct the issue on my 2011 Ford Edge!”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 29, 2026StructureODI 11734578

Service brakes

261 reports10 crashes
“Break Booster Break fell to the floor, slow to stop, spongy. I was able to put on my hazards and roll to safety stop. Huge risk if I was going faster or turning a curve. Dangerous to me and others to not being able to stop The problem hasn’t been taken to the shop yet as it was closed and I had the same problem in 2025 and 2023 which were confirmed and fixed with ford parts. I am suspecting it is the same issue. Even if replaced the car is likely not safe wi the this part failing 3 times in less than 4 years. No warnings or symptoms, just falls to the floor and spongy break reaction”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 28, 2026Service brakesODI 11747014
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 8, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

6 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl · 3.7L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic 6-spd · Automatic (S6)
Drive
All-Wheel Drive · Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 8, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Edge AWD
Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
182521$2,950423
Edge FWD
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
192721$2,950423
Edge FWD
Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
192621$2,950423
Edge AWD
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
182520$3,100444
Edge FWD
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.7 L · Front-Wheel Drive
182520$3,100444
Edge AWD
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.7 L · All-Wheel Drive
172319$3,300468
  • Edge AWD
    Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    18 city · 25 hwy · $2,950/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Edge FWD
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    19 city · 27 hwy · $2,950/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Edge FWD
    Auto 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    19 city · 26 hwy · $2,950/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Edge AWD
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    18 city · 25 hwy · $3,100/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
  • Edge FWD
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.7 L
    18 city · 25 hwy · $3,100/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
  • Edge AWD
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.7 L
    17 city · 23 hwy · $3,300/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 8, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5
Ford Edge SUV AWD
Frontal crash
3 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
14.0%
Overall
4 / 5
Ford Edge SUV FWD
Frontal crash
3 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
15.9%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 8, 2026Vehicle 496Vehicle 146
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2011 Edge questions

How many recalls does the 2011 Ford Edge have?

3 safety recalls as of Nov 8, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2011 Ford Edge problems?

Owners filed 1,803 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (687), structure (274), service brakes (261). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2011 Ford Edge get?

The EPA rates the 2011 Ford Edge at 19–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (6 versions rated).

How safe is the 2011 Ford Edge?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2011 Ford Edge 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 8, 2026