Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

2015 Ford EdgeRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls and 731 owner complaints for the 2015 Ford Edge. Most complaints involve engine (194) and power train (118). The EPA rates it 20–24 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
20–24mpg
EPA · 7 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
7campaigns
Latest Sep 2025
Owner complaints
731
Top: engine
Fuel cost / yr
$2,700est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

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

Back over prevention: camera

Free remedy

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

Back over preventionReported Sep 4, 2025NHTSA 25V572000

Service brakes

Free remedy

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid.

Service brakes, hydraulicReported Aug 23, 2025NHTSA 25V544000

Power train: gear position indication (prndl)

Remedy pending

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.

Power trainReported Jun 10, 2022NHTSA 22V413000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 3, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

731 complaints filed with NHTSA · May 2015 – Oct 2026
  1. Engine194
  2. Power train118
  3. Service brakes, hydraulic78
  4. Service brakes77
  5. Electrical system53
  6. Structure51
  7. Visibility/wiper43
  8. Steering41
  9. Back over prevention37

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.

View as table
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
18
Fires reported
3
Injuries reported
18
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 3, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine

194 reports2 crashes1 fire
“Vehicle: 2015 Ford Edge with 2.0 Liter EcoBoost engine. Ref: DP26008 While driving, the "Engine Coolant Over Temperature" warning came on and the temperature level spiked and the check engine lights came on. Engine began to run really rough. At the time, I was travelling on the highway with my children in the car and had to pull off on the side of the road. After being stranded for 4 hours while waiting for a tow, I towed it to a Ford Dealership. Dealer confirmed there is coolant intrusion into the engine and referenced TSB 22-2229. Per dealer, vehicle needs a new engine.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 13, 2026EngineODI 11770958

Power train

118 reports5 crashes
“The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormally loud clicking sound. The contact received notification of Ford Campaign Number: 22N12 (Rattle Noise at the Transmission Bellhousing Area Flex-plate Cracks), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair in 2022 and 2023; however, the dealer informed the contact that there were no parts or transmission mechanics available to perform the repair. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer recently, and the contact was advised that the parts were still not available. The contact was concerned that the vehicle would no longer be eligible for the repair due to the delay in repairing the vehicle. Additionally, the contact received notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V469000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the repair; however, the dealer informed the contact that the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced the failure and was taken to Firestone, where the front brake lines were repaired at the owner's expense. The contact was…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Feb 27, 2026Service brakes, hydraulic, Power trainODI 11720962

Service brakes, hydraulic

78 reports2 crashes
“The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and stated that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 17, 2026Service brakes, hydraulicODI 11765029
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 3, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

7 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 3.5L 6-cyl · 2.7L 6-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (S6)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-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 3, 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 FWD
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo, SIDI · Front-Wheel Drive
203024$2,700374
Edge FWD
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo, SIDI; Stop-Start · Front-Wheel Drive
212924$2,700369
Edge AWD
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
202823$2,800390
Edge FWD
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive
182621$3,050426
Edge FWD
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo, SIDI · Front-Wheel Drive
182721$3,050415
Edge AWD
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
172420$3,200448
Edge AWD
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
172420$3,200448
  • Edge FWD
    Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo, SIDI
    20 city · 30 hwy · $2,700/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
  • Edge FWD
    Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo, SIDI; Stop-Start
    21 city · 29 hwy · $2,700/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
  • Edge AWD
    Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    20 city · 28 hwy · $2,800/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • Edge FWD
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    18 city · 26 hwy · $3,050/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Edge FWD
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo, SIDI
    18 city · 27 hwy · $3,050/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Edge AWD
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L
    17 city · 24 hwy · $3,200/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
  • Edge AWD
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo
    17 city · 24 hwy · $3,200/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 3, 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
5/ 5
5 of 5
Ford Edge SUV FWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
15.4%
Overall
5 / 5
Ford Edge SUV AWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
15.5%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 3, 2026Vehicle 9537Vehicle 9536
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

2015 Edge questions

How many recalls does the 2015 Ford Edge have?

7 safety recalls as of Nov 3, 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 2015 Ford Edge problems?

Owners filed 731 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (194), power train (118), service brakes, hydraulic (78). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2015 Ford Edge get?

The EPA rates the 2015 Ford Edge at 20–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (7 versions rated).

How safe is the 2015 Ford Edge?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2015 Ford Edge 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 3, 2026