Is the 2014 Ford Edge reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Ford Edge is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ford Edge?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2014 Ford Edge have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2014 Ford Edge

▲ Better than typical

2014 Ford Edge
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 382
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Service brakes

Complaints per year

2014: 382 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2004	3
2007	989
2008	1,119
2009	261
2010	673
2011	1,803
2012	1,134
2013	2,445
2014	382
2015	724
2016	919
2017	1,361
2018	833
2019	766
2020	321
2021	111
2022	131
2023	22
2024	44

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Service brakes

17% · 66 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

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While driving on a highway at aprox 50MPH my car ran out of brakes completely. The car, a 2014 Edge, is around 56000MILES with all services uptodated performed by a Ford dealer. In the latest service the change the rear brake…

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-04

Electrical system

15% · 56 reports

CRASHINJURY

Power train

15% · 56 reports

Most commonly citing axle assembly and floor shift.

Engine

12% · 45 reports

Back over prevention

10% · 39 reports

Most commonly citing rearview system braking and warnings.

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Rear camera not working, blank screen, upside down picture, distorted picture. Same issue which was recalled by ford on earlier models, ie 2013

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-27

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2014-08-04Power train14V393000 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,...

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained.

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2015-02-27Fuel system, gasoline15V005000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on January 8, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 15, 2014, to May 8, 2014, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured April 21, 2014, to May 15,...

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S30.

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2015-05-20Preliminary evaluationClosed 2016-01-04 Wheel Separation
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2021-02-02Power train20V692000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Explorer, 2014-2015 Taurus and 2014 Edge vehicles equipped with 2.0L or 2.3L engines and front wheel drive. The support bracket for the front drive axle halfshaft may fail.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the link shaft bracket, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners received an interim notification detailing safety risk December 8, 2020.

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Buy-smart checklist

2014 Ford Edge — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Service brakes: 66 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 56 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 56 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 14V393000 · Power train
Recall 15V005000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 20V692000 · Power train

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FAQ

Is the 2014 Ford Edge reliable?: Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Ford Edge is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Ford Edge?: The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Ford Edge have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.