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2013 Ford Edge power train problems

160 owner complaints to NHTSA about the 2013 Ford Edge cite power train, 7% of all 2,446 complaints for this model year. NHTSA also lists 1 recall on this component.

Complaints
160
7% of all complaints
Crashes
5
Reported by owners
Fires
0
Reported by owners
Injuries
2
Reported by owners
01 —Owner reports

What owners say about the power train

Verbatim from NHTSA complaints, newest first
“While driving on the highway at 70 mph, the driver's side front halfshaft completely detached from the vehicle, causing an immediate loss of drive power and creating a severe crash hazard."”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 27, 2026Power train, Unknown or otherODI 11759944
“I am filing a consumer complaint against Ford Motor Company regarding a known, severe safety defect in my 2013 Ford Edge 3.5L AWD. The internal water pump has failed, leaking green coolant onto the ground and threatening catastrophic engine failure. Ford designed this vehicle with an internal water pump that dumps coolant into the engine oil when it fails, hiding the defect from consumers until the powertrain is destroyed. Furthermore, the All-Wheel Drive Power Transfer Unit (PTU) is overheating due to a design that labels the fluid 'lifetime' and prevents standard servicing. I purchased this vehicle for $14,400 and have invested $4,000 in maintenance, and I am seeking state consumer protection advocacy regarding Ford's deceptive engineering practices."”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 27, 2026Power train, Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11746866
“I am reporting a safety issue involving a 2013 Ford Edge Sport AWD related to progressive brake failure. The affected components include the brake booster and master cylinder. The vehicle remains available for inspection upon request. In mid-2025, the vehicle developed a gradual loss of braking capability. The brake pedal required increasing force over time to bring the vehicle to a stop. Because the failure developed progressively rather than suddenly, the severity of the issue was not immediately apparent. At the time, the vehicle was primarily driven by my teenage son, a new driver, who continued operating the vehicle by pressing the brake pedal harder to compensate. This created a significant safety risk, as the vehicle did not reliably stop under normal braking conditions, increasing the risk of collision. The issue was confirmed by an independent mechanic, and repairs required replacement of the brake booster, master cylinder, and related components. The vehicle was later discussed with a Ford dealership; however, no warning of coverage or recall applicability was identified at that time. There were no clear warning lights or dashboard messages indicating…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 25, 2026Power train, Service brakesODI 11733777
“At stop light, went to make a right turn and sounded like loud thumping noise under car. Had to have it towed home to find out the transfer case failed locking up my wheels as I was making a right turn from us 231 onto broadway in crown point Indiana”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 27, 2025Power trainODI 11695929
“The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument panel displayed a Yellow Wrench symbol (Power Train Malfunction), and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and continued driving. The failure occurred two more times the same day while driving at undisclosed speeds. The failure occurred two days later while driving at approximately 10-15 MPH. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer; however, the dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 11, 2025Power trainODI 11679860
“The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was black and the message "Camera Not Available" was displayed. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle had failed to accelerate as needed while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken to the local independent mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 195,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 11, 2025Power train, Back over preventionODI 11672670

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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 3, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Related recalls

1 recall on this component

Power train: axle shaft

Free remedy

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.

Power trainReported Jul 2, 2014NHTSA 14V393000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 3, 2026

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