2017 Ford Edge
This year had 30% to 100% more 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 3 |
| 2007 | 989 |
| 2008 | 1119 |
| 2009 | 261 |
| 2010 | 673 |
| 2011 | 1801 |
| 2012 | 1132 |
| 2013 | 2440 |
| 2014 | 381 |
| 2015 | 720 |
| 2016 | 893 |
| 2017 | 1314 |
| 2018 | 797 |
| 2019 | 749 |
| 2020 | 311 |
| 2021 | 105 |
| 2022 | 127 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 42 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
50% of complaints: engine — 658 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
Component Failure: Engine - I am reporting a dangerous engine defect in my 2017 Ford Edge which involves the 2.0L EcoBoost I4 F DOHC 14v engine. My vehicle has experienced total engine failure due to coolant leaking into the engine cylinders.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260721
Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2017 Ford Edge started generating codes for misfires on Cylinder #2. The recommendation was to replace all spark plugs and ignition coils. This work was performed and the code was cleared. In a few days the same code re-appeared.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260711
20% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 259 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing cooling system and exhaust system.
17% of complaints: service brakes — 228 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
NHTSA SHOULD INVESTIGATE THE POTENTIAL FOR SUDDEN FAILURE OF THE BRAKE PEDAL BRACKET MOUNTED ON THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT BULKHEAD ON FORD VEHICLES THAT UTILIZE THE CJ5Z-7825557-AB MOULDING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180113
11% of complaints: power train — 144 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and floor shift.
CRASH INJURY3% of complaints: back over prevention — 43 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing camera and rearview system braking.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Edge vehicles equipped with the optional Panoramic Vista Roof. These vehicles may have an improperly welded windshield header, reducing the vehicle's lateral structural integrity.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will repair the windshield header, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 17C05.
Campaign 17V205000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles and 2017 Lincoln Continental vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began June 16, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C02.
Campaign 17V123000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Remedy: Ford or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16.
Campaign 17V427000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Edge and 2017 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16 (S2).
Campaign 18V390000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hoses with the new hoses that have a revised braid material, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021.
Campaign 20V469000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022.
Campaign 22V413000 — check if this car was fixed
Loss of braking caused by rear brake hose failure
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...
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026.
Campaign 25V572000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses and adjust brake jounce hoses with no damage present, free of charge. Interim owner letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 8, 2025.
Campaign 25V544000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2017 Ford Edge — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (658 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (259 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (228 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 25V544000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V205000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V123000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V427000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V390000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V469000 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V413000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V572000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2017 Ford Edge reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Ford Edge is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Edge?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Ford Edge have?
8 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.