NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls and 849 owner complaints for the 2018 Ford Edge. Most complaints involve engine (471) and engine and engine cooling (179). The EPA rates it 19–24 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.
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.
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.
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.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each Edge model year we’ve synced.
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 989 |
| 2008 | 1,120 |
| 2009 | 261 |
| 2010 | 673 |
| 2011 | 1,803 |
| 2012 | 1,134 |
| 2013 | 2,446 |
| 2014 | 383 |
| 2015 | 731 |
| 2016 | 926 |
| 2017 | 1,377 |
| 2018 | 849 |
| 2019 | 774 |
| 2020 | 328 |
| 2021 | 114 |
| 2022 | 135 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 44 |
“Coolant leak into the cylinders which has caused misfires & overheating. Vehicle no longer starts and has a complete engine failure. not even 75,000 miles have been put on the car.”
“The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle began to overheat, with white smoke emitted from the front and rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where diagnosis revealed coolant leaking into cylinder three. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 106,425.”
“My 2018 Ford Edge with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine has approximately 80,000 miles. The vehicle recently experienced a significant loss of engine coolant with no visible external leak found. The coolant level was extremely low when checked. While driving the vehicle, the engine began running very rough and the check-engine light started flashing, indicating a severe misfire. Because of the sudden change in engine operation and concern about possible engine damage or loss of power, I turned around and stopped driving the vehicle. It has not been driven normally since. The vehicle has not yet gone through Ford’s full diagnostic procedure for internal coolant intrusion. I am aware that Ford has issued TSB 19-2346 concerning coolant intrusion into the cylinders on certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge vehicles equipped with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine. Based on the severe coolant loss with no visible external leak and the subsequent misfire/flashing check-engine light, I am concerned that my vehicle may be experiencing the same condition. The vehicle is available for inspection. A Ford dealership recently inspected the vehicle for a separate flexplate concern and advised that it…”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edge FWD Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo, SIDI · Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 29 | 24 | $2,700 | 370 |
| Edge FWD Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo, SIDI; Stop-Start · Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,700 | 372 |
| Edge AWD Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 23 | $2,800 | 394 |
| Edge AWD Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,200 | 453 |
| Edge FWD Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 | $3,200 | 435 |
| Edge AWD Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.5 L · All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,400 | 467 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
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.
Owners filed 849 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (471), engine and engine cooling (179), power train (83). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2018 Ford Edge at 19–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (6 versions rated).
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2018 Ford Edge 5 out of 5 stars overall.