KnownCarProblems2018 Ford Edge Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 841 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Ford Edge, most often about the engine (71% of complaints, typically around 74,000 miles). It is 8th of 19 Edge model years by number of complaints and has 7 recalls.
Most common 2018 Ford Edge problems
Engine
600 complaints · 71%Half of these problems showed up before 74,000 miles. Parts named most often: cooling system, engine.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the antifreeze in the vehicle would leak into the cylinders which would result in misfires and the vehicle shaking on a cold start. The contact stated that the check engine and coolant overheating warning lights and messages were displayed on the instrument…
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with needing an engine to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and…
Transmission
83 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 74,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, shift linkage/cable/rod.
Had oil changed at dealership in dec 2020and advised of low coolant. Tech checked no leaks found. March 2021 check engine light came on code p0301, misfire in cyl 1. Had new spark plugs put in. Drove 500 miles, code came back. Swapped coil pack from cyl 1 and 2, drove another 450 miles code came back. Had injectors…
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal noise. The contact stated that the vehicle bucked several of times and then stopped without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the contact was informed that the transmission clutch and torque…
Other or unspecified
40 complaints · 5%Half of these problems showed up before 7,500 miles.
While travelling in the left lane, of a three lane highway, next to a semi-tractor trailer, the truck changed lanes into my lane. I was fully in the lane when he signaled a change and began to move over. I activated the vehicle horn and braked hard but, it was apparent that he never heard the horn as the operator…
The moonroof in the Ford Edge will explode when driving more than 65mph down the highway. I have only had this car for 6 months and my roof exploded on me on the way home and of course it's not covered under any warranty. I can't imagine if there was kids in the car and the moonroof was open. I'm not the first person…
Electrical
36 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 50,000 miles. Parts named most often: propulsion system, ignition.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the exterior light housing assemblies were filled with water. The contact stated that the lights became inoperable. The vehicle was not taken to the local dealer nor independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer…
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the key fob's low battery warning light illuminated. The contact stated that because of the failure, the key fob occasionally failed to unlock the doors. The contact was frustrated and fearful of driving the vehicle, and…
Brakes
33 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 65,000 miles. Parts named most often: foundation components, antilock.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 25v572000 (back over prevention); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time…
I was driving on the interstate and traffic was heavy with speeds constantly changing. I was keeping what I though was a safe distance but when the car in front of me completely stopped and I hit my brakes, my vehicle slid instead of stopping resulting in me hitting the vehicle in front of me. Would this be associated…
Fuel system
25 complaints · 3%Half of these problems showed up before 41,000 miles. Parts named most often: storage, fuel injection system.
My 2018 Ford Edge keeps filling up with exhaust in the cabin. It has done this on many ocasion's it will do this wether I am stationary or driving . It's getting worse.. I do a lot of highway driving long distances and I sleep in my car alot. The exhaust smell happens nomatter if I am on the hifhway or residential…
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate as needed with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the fuel injectors were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle…
Backup camera
24 complaints · 3%Half of these problems showed up before 90,000 miles. Parts named most often: back-up alarm, sensing system.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera failed to display an image. The contact stated that the failure only occurred during hot weather conditions. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer to be diagnosed. The contact stated that the…
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v572000 (back over prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the rearview camera was inoperable while reversing, causing the vehicle to slightly hit the trailer…
Body and structure
20 complaints · 2%Half of these problems showed up before 22,000 miles. Parts named most often: body, interior panels.
In december 2018 we noticed the driver side door splitting at the door check. It was taken to a dealer who noted the passenger side door was doing the same thing. They came back 2 months later and said it was customer abuse. It was then taken to a local mechanic who found the door stop was not hitting the stop before…
The driver side door is splitting at the door check. After investigating, the door stop does not hit the stop when the door is in the open position and it puts pressure on the door check fatiguing the metal. A claim was filed with Ford motor company but they are denying the claim. The continued fatigue on the door…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2018 Ford Edge recalls
Backup camera: camera
Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25s89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25v270. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning september 8, 2025.
Full defect summary
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 vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Brakes: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk: A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses and adjust brake jounce hoses with no damage present, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed september 17, 2026. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25s87.
Full defect summary
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.
Transmission: shift linkage/cable/rod
Risk: A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: 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. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed october 27, 2022. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22s43.
Full defect summary
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.
Brakes: service brakes
Risk: A ruptured front brake hose will cause a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s42.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 ford edge and 2016-2018 lincoln mkx vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
Doors and locks: latch
Risk: If the doors open in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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. Vehicles with shorter door striker bolts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 206, "door locks and door retention components" potentially resulting in the doors opening in the event of a crash.
Electrical: starter assembly
Risk: An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18s25.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2018 ford edge, lincoln mkx, 2019 ford flex, and lincoln mkt vehicles. The power supply cables at the starter and the alternator may not have been properly secured, possibly resulting in an electrical arc.
Transmission: torque converter
Risk: If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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). Note: this recall is an expansion of recall 17v-427.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Loss of motive power
Summary
The office of defects investigation (odi) received a petition on august 5, 2026, requesting a defect investigation into the 2.0 liter ecoboost engine on model year 2015-2018 ford edge vehicles. The petition alleges that engine coolant intrusion results in a significant loss of engine power, accompanied by an "engine coolant over temperature" warning message.â the petition further alleges that after the vehicle has sat and cooled down, the engine runs roughly and generates a check engine light for a cylinder misfire. This defect petition is being opened to evaluate the issue and determine whether to grant or deny the petition. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under odi number 1175498
Questions about the 2018 Ford Edge
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford Edge?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (600 complaints, typically around 74,000 miles); transmission (83 complaints, typically around 74,000 miles); other or unspecified (40 complaints, typically around 7,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2018 Ford Edge have?
- 7 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from September 3, 2025 (backup camera). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2018 a bad year for the Ford Edge?
- It is 8th of 19 Edge model years by number of complaints, with 841 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.