Research · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

2020 Ford EdgeRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 328 owner complaints for the 2020 Ford Edge. Most complaints involve power train (191) and engine (52). The EPA rates it 21–24 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
21–24mpg
EPA · 4 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
4campaigns
Latest Jun 2025
Owner complaints
328
Top: power train
Fuel cost / yr
$2,700est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

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

Back over prevention: software

Free remedy

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

Back over preventionReported Jun 27, 2025NHTSA 25V442000

Power train: driveshaft

Free remedy

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. An inadequate amount of lubricant in the rear drive unit may cause seizure of the rear drive axle.

Power trainReported Jan 15, 2021NHTSA 21V011000

Back over prevention: camera

Free remedy

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Explorer, Mustang, Transit, Expedition, Escape, Ranger and Edge, and Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles. Due to a poor electrical connection, the rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Back over preventionReported Sep 23, 2020NHTSA 20V575000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 2, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

328 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jul 2020 – Oct 2026
  1. Power train191
  2. Engine52
  3. Electrical system25
  4. Forward collision avoidance21
  5. Back over prevention13
  6. Vehicle speed control12
  7. Seat belts11
  8. Visibility10
  9. Service brakes7

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
12
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
15
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 2, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Power train

191 reports2 crashes1 fire
“In August 2025 I received emails regarding 3 recall alerts specific to my vin and I took screenshots of them that have the date and my vin along with the 4 recalls. They are 20S49, 21S02, and 20C19 and 25S72. I immediately called Ricart Ford to get this issue resolved. They placed me on hold, and the recalls were removed from my vin. These repairs have never been completed nor were they ever fixed. The Transmission on this vehicle is terrible, and they know it, but my guess is it would cost Ford too much many to repair all of these vehicles. I do have proof of these previous recalls and these are unresolved issues and a hazard. If Ford refuses to fix the transmission and rear drive axle I will obtain legal counsel as this is dangerous. I have also had this vehicle in for another repair that was included in these recalls. Charged $2500 told the dealership the car runs the same and they refused to return the calls.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 28, 2026Power trainODI 11774201

Engine

52 reports1 fire
“The engine stalled and started smoking and has no lights to warn me of anything wrong. I was in the middle of a busy street. I had to tow it to the dealership I bought it from and they said the coolant was empty but there were no leaks and no warnings it was low. They said it was coolant intrusion. They said a egr valve and cooler were the problem part it was not covered under warranty. I had to pay 1265 to get it fixed. It's a known issue that should he a recall it's a part that causes safety issues as well as a newer car to be undrivable if not careful. No warning lights or anything is bs. I want this addressed as soon as possible. I could have been rear ended easily. Or my car broke down that I just paid 23000 for supposed to be a good working car. Seems like they did it on purpose.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 28, 2026EngineODI 11774154

Electrical system

25 reports1 crash
“While driving the HVAC stops working, radio locks at current setting (cannot turn volume up or down, etc.), screen goes blank or locks, windows do not open or close. Their are multiple warnings about sensors not working. Malfunctioning driver assist jerks wheel when driving through a restaraunt drive-thru. Had the sensor replaced for the adaptive cruise control and it did not correct the cruise issue. The issue initially started with the monitor screen going blank randomly and then progressing to the above issues. This had been happening for the last 2 or 3 years before the above accured.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 29, 2026Steering, Electrical system, Forward collision avoidanceODI 11753565
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 2, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

4 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 2.7L 6-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic 8-spd · Automatic (S8)
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 2, 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 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
212924$2,700369
Edge AWD
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
212823$2,800384
Edge AWD
Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
212823$2,800384
Edge AWD
Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
192621$3,050417
  • Edge FWD
    Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    21 city · 29 hwy · $2,700/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
  • Edge AWD
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    21 city · 28 hwy · $2,800/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • Edge AWD
    Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    21 city · 28 hwy · $2,800/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • Edge AWD
    Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo
    19 city · 26 hwy · $3,050/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 2, 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 AWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
15.5%
Overall
5 / 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
15.5%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 2, 2026Vehicle 14926Vehicle 14888
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

2020 Edge questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Ford Edge have?

4 safety recalls as of Nov 2, 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 2020 Ford Edge problems?

Owners filed 328 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (191), engine (52), electrical system (25). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2020 Ford Edge get?

The EPA rates the 2020 Ford Edge at 21–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).

How safe is the 2020 Ford Edge?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2020 Ford Edge 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 2, 2026