2018 Ford Edge
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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 | 988 |
| 2008 | 1117 |
| 2009 | 261 |
| 2010 | 672 |
| 2011 | 1801 |
| 2012 | 1129 |
| 2013 | 2435 |
| 2014 | 379 |
| 2015 | 717 |
| 2016 | 878 |
| 2017 | 1292 |
| 2018 | 774 |
| 2019 | 723 |
| 2020 | 289 |
| 2021 | 95 |
| 2022 | 120 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 41 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
53% of complaints: engine — 413 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE22% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 168 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: power train — 71 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY4% of complaints: electrical system — 32 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY3% of complaints: back over prevention — 22 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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 2018 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, 2019 Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and starter motor power supply cables to verify that they are properly secured, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018.
Campaign 18V548000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles. These vehicles may have door striker bolts that are shorter than intended.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door striker bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C06.
Campaign 18V612000 — 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
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
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
2018 Ford Edge — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (413 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (168 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (71 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 25V544000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V390000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V548000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V612000 (latches/locks/linkages) 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 2018 Ford Edge reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Ford Edge is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford Edge?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Ford Edge have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.