2021 Ford Edge
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 3 |
| 2007 | 989 |
| 2008 | 1119 |
| 2009 | 261 |
| 2010 | 673 |
| 2011 | 1801 |
| 2012 | 1134 |
| 2013 | 2443 |
| 2014 | 382 |
| 2015 | 722 |
| 2016 | 904 |
| 2017 | 1337 |
| 2018 | 809 |
| 2019 | 758 |
| 2020 | 312 |
| 2021 | 108 |
| 2022 | 128 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 42 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
33% of complaints: power train — 36 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing differential unit and automatic transmission.
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The contact owns a 2021 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions and making a turn, there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from underneath the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260710
19% of complaints: back over prevention — 20 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rearview system braking and camera.
14% of complaints: electrical system — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing key/sender and horn.
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SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR LAST YEAR I BEEN AT THE DELAERSHIP MORE THAN 3 TIMES ALREADY COMPLAINING ABOUT THE SCREEN AND THE TWO ON THE BACK OF EACH SEAT . THE MAIN SCREEN FREZEES ALL THE TIME NOT ALLOWING ME TO USE THE CAMERAS NOR GPS ETC.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230925
10% of complaints: engine — 11 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
Vehicle was traveling on a rural road when driver attempted to brake. Driver witnessed flames from under their vehicle when applying brakes. Driver had to stop the vehicle by laying it in a ditch and escaping the engulfed car.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220729
Torque converter needs a replacing
NHTSA ODI report, 20260802
8% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing warnings and camera.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I was driving the Ford Edge and the roads were a little slick so I was driving very slow.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240108
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the rear drive unit lubricant level. Axles found to have lubricant at the minimum level will be filled to the full level.
Campaign 21V011000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Edge vehicles. The driver's seat belt retractor pretensioner assembly may not function correctly when activated during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's seat belt retractor pretensioner assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 15, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 21V377000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Edge vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Remedy: The rearview camera software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 22V151000 — check if this car was fixed
Loss of Motive Power
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Edge vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-151. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S28.
Campaign 25V160000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine.
Remedy: Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.
Campaign 24V635000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus,...
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.
Campaign 25V315000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Ford Bronco and 2021-2024 Ford Edge vehicles. The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) may overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.
Remedy: The APIM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 26V124000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2021 Ford Edge — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (36 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for back over prevention issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 21V011000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V377000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V151000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V160000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V635000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V315000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V124000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2021 Ford Edge reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2021 Ford Edge is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford Edge?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Ford Edge have?
7 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.