KnownCarProblems2019 Ford Edge Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 770 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Ford Edge, most often about the transmission (60% of complaints, typically around 70,000 miles). It is 9th of 19 Edge model years by number of complaints and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2019 Ford Edge problems
Transmission
462 complaints · 60%Half of these problems showed up before 70,000 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, transfer case (4-wheel drive), driveline.
The contact's husband owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55-60 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently decelerated to 30 MPH. Additionally, the vehicle was shaking and jerking while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, no error codes were retrieved. The dealer…
The contact called on behalf of his father-in-law who owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being driven at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered and jerked. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving at slow speeds.…
Engine
184 complaints · 24%Half of these problems showed up before 61,000 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system.
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the coolant malfunction warning light illuminated, and the vehicle started shaking uncontrollably. The contact was able to pull into a parking garage and parked the vehicle. The contact attempted to start the vehicle…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle shuddered and stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the failure was related to Ford technical service…
Other or unspecified
75 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 3,500 miles.
While driving on highway on dec4th heard a loud noise which sound like a explosion then glass came falling in my car ' took back to dealer ship with 3,100 miles on the car and they said its not covered in warranty and that it was some how my fault..and that they seen scratches..my question is how if all the glass is…
Every time after hard acceleration (engine RPM > 4000), the interior air vents automatically open for 5 to 10 seconds (when the HVAC is off) to let cool air in and then air vents close off. Afterwards, there is really a strong exhaust gas smell fill up the cabin of the Edge st. Really unbearable.
Electrical
34 complaints · 4%Half of these problems showed up before 7,000 miles. Parts named most often: wiring, adas, instrument cluster/panel.
2019 Ford Edge st - using parallel park assist feature, I followed prompts on screen, the car backed into another vehicle, damaging the right rear quarter-panel of the Edge. I had to take over and brake once I realized it was about to hit the other vehicle. No alerts or warnings appeared on the screen. The system…
On december 31, 2019, the powertrain malfunction/reduced power error light came on in the vehicle when I started the car while I was away from home. When I tried to turn the gear shift knob from park to drive it would not turn. After I turned the car off and waited a moment the car was able to start and I rushed home…
Fuel system
32 complaints · 4%2019 Ford Edge st - using parallel park assist feature, I followed prompts on screen, the car backed into another vehicle, damaging the right rear quarter-panel of the Edge. I had to take over and brake once I realized it was about to hit the other vehicle. No alerts or warnings appeared on the screen. The system…
Seat belts
22 complaints · 3%Half of these problems showed up before 68,000 miles. Parts named most often: critical fasteners, rear/other.
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while his daughter was occupying the front seat and using the front passenger's side seat belt, the seat belt became snagged on an unknown object and swayed apart. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the media center screen went blank. The contact stated that the buttons were missing on the screen upon starting or while driving the vehicle. The contact stated the driver's side seat belt failed to retract as needed. The contact had to manually feed the seat…
Wheels and tires
22 complaints · 3%Half of these problems showed up before 61,000 miles. Parts named most often: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs.
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while performing routine maintenance to the passengerâs side rear tire, the lug tool provided with the vehicle was unable to fit the lug nuts. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the lug nuts had expanded. The vehicle was not…
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer being serviced, the contact was informed that the lug nuts were swollen and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately…
Speed control
20 complaints · 3%Adaptive cruise control has a mind of its own. Sometimes it keeps you between the road lines. Sometimes it will let you go off the road. Sometimes it will try to pull the steering wheel out of your hands for no reason. Sometimes the pre-collision alarm will go off for no reason. Sometimes it will stop for a vehicle in…
My car continuously jerks while driving. It's like stuttering, I am afraid it will not pick up speed one day while driving and making turns. This is a scary and safety issue as I do not want to be in a position of making a turn and getting hit. I know that I am not the only one complaining about this issue. Please…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2019 Ford Edge recalls
Backup camera: software
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed september 4, 2025. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25s72.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 transit connect, 2019-2020 mkz, mkx, edge, continental, f-150, nautilus, fusion, 2019-2023 ranger, mustang, 2020-2021 ecosport, expedition, navigator, 2020-2022 escape, f-250 sd, corsair, 2020-2023 aviator, transit, 2020-2024 explorer, 2021-2024 bronco sport, and 2022-2024 maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Transmission: automatic transmission
Risk: Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission fluid leak and may progress to a loss of transmission function. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began september 23, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s49.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 edge, transit connect and lincoln mkx and 2020 escape and lincoln corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.
Seat belts: pretensioner
Risk: In the event of a crash, seat belt webbing that detaches from the anchor will not properly restrain the driver, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver's side pretensioner assembly, free of charge. The recall began november 12, 2019. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19s37.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2019 edge vehicles. The driver-side seat belt pretensioner anchor may have been improperly crimped, possibly resulting in the seat belt webbing detaching from the anchor in the event of a crash.
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.
Questions about the 2019 Ford Edge
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Edge?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: transmission (462 complaints, typically around 70,000 miles); engine (184 complaints, typically around 61,000 miles); other or unspecified (75 complaints, typically around 3,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2019 Ford Edge have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from June 27, 2025 (backup camera). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2019 a bad year for the Ford Edge?
- It is 9th of 19 Edge model years by number of complaints, with 770 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.