2023 Ford Edge Problems
- Complaints
- 23filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 9,700miles, 9 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 4campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 23 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl AWD · 21 city / 28 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2023 Ford Edge (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 23 consumer complaints for the 2023 Ford Edge. The part named most often is electrical system, with 8 complaints (35% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (5) and other or unknown (4). 9 of the complaints include a mileage, and 78% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 9,700 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 70 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 19 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 17 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system8 35%
- Other or unknown4 17%
- Brakes3 13%
- Fuel system3 13%
- Engine2 8.7%
- Body and structure2 8.7%
- Vehicle speed control2 8.7%
- Exterior lighting1 4.3%
Also reported: Steering (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “I reported this the other day. The screen will go black and stay that way for several minutes. It will then come back on then out again. It's getting a lot worse. I'm an older lady that's a lower leg amputee trying to work and I need this screen for directions as I'm by myself in areas I don't really know at night. It's a serious safety issue. Dealer refuses to fix anything since we bought this, says it's the battery, but battery was checked by 4 different places and is in excellent shape. This is beyond a dangerous issue and it needs fixed immediately.”
NHTSA complaint #11728165, filed 2026-03Transmission and drivetrain: “On June 20th 2026 while driving my 2023 Ford Edge SEL AWD at approximately 35mph on an active hwy (93 AZ NB in Wickenburg AZ) the vehicle experienced a sudden catastrophic loss of motive power and came to a sudden stop in a jerking motion. The vehicle completely disabled itself without warning in live traffic, presenting an immediate and severe safety hazard to myself and surrounding motorists. …”
NHTSA complaint #11757324, filed 2026-08Other or unknown: “The hands-free liftgate on numerous occasions comes down on a person when that person is in the cargo area. the hands-free feature seems to have a mind of it own and besides being very irritating, seems dangerous. There is no way to turn off this feature.”
NHTSA complaint #11588241, filed 2024-05Brakes: “I hit a very large item, a diesel tire, and although it broke the tires control arm or axle and was driving and sliding sideways, the cruise control never turned off. Even after hit the brakes it took it a minute before it turned off. This is a big safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11615145, filed 2024-09Mileage when problems were reported
78% of the 9 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 6,915 and 28,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2023 Ford Edge. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edge · SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 15.5% risk |
| Edge · SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 15.5% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2023 model year: forward collision warning standard on some versions, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard on some versions.
Neighbouring years: 2022: same overall rating; 2024: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2023 Ford Edge version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edge AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 21 | 28 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Edge AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Edge AWD | 2.7L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 26V124000Mar 3, 2026Back over prevention › SoftwareCovers: Ford Edge 2021–2024, Bronco 2021–2026
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.
- 25V315000May 9, 2025Back over prevention › SoftwareCovers: Ford Edge 2021–2024, F-150 2021–2024, Bronco 2021–2024 +14 more
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…
- 23V596000Aug 25, 2023Exterior lighting › HeadlightsCovers: Ford Edge 2023
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Edge vehicles. The front right headlight may be too bright or aimed incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps…
- 23V198000Mar 24, 2023Child seat › Vehicle tether anchorCovers: Ford Edge 2023, Lincoln Nautilus 2023
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Edge and Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. The child seat tether wire welds on the second-row left-side seat back frame may be insufficient, which can reduce the seat's ability to properly restrain a child during…
Recall details for the 2023 Ford Edge → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 70 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038617Oct 14, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system. This bulletin supersedes 26-2297. Reason for update: Add 2022-2025 Transit vehicles. Some of the vehicles listed in the model statement above equipped with SYNC4 may experience a blank center…
- 11038438Oct 6, 2026Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain, Other or…. For 20222026 vehicles equipped with a 8F35 transmission, a revision to the Road Testing Vehicle procedure has been made in the WSM, Section 307-01 > Diagnosis and Testing. This updated procedure…
- 11037678Sep 22, 2026Other or unknown, Body and structure. This article supersedes TSB 25-2466 to add Bronco Sport, Escape, Maverick and Corsair, as well as removing Expedition and Navigator. One time use parts for Corsair and Bronco Sport were also added…
- 11037661Sep 17, 2026Transmission and drivetrain, Other or unknown. This bulletin supersedes 26-2171. Reasons for update: update the Parts list to add a note to clarify the application of the part numbers W520102-S442 and 4S4Z-3N324-AA "FWD Only".
- 11035269Jul 23, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system, Fuel system. Some 2021-2026 Ford/Lincoln vehicles may exhibit various symptoms including but not limited to the auto start/stop system not operating as intended with a "Check Charging System" message in the…
- 11035231Jul 23, 2026Other or unknown, Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin supersedes 26-2171. Reasons for update: update the Parts list to add a note to clarify the application of the part numbers W520102-S442 and 4S4Z-3N324-AA "FWD Only".
- 11035267Jul 21, 2026Electrical system, Other or unknown. Some 2021-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an "Updating SYNC" message on the vehicle center display screen after an over the air (OTA) update. The message can be cleared from the center…
- 11035099Jul 15, 2026Other or unknown, Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin supersedes 26-2194. Reason for update: update the Parts list to correct a part description " Loctite 638", update the claim quantity for the drain/fill plug, update the claim quantity…
- 11034134Jun 24, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system. Some of the vehicles listed in the model statement above equipped with SYNC4 may experience a blank center display screen or black center display after welcome animation. The rear-view camera will…
- 11033809Jun 9, 2026Other or unknown, Electrical system. Quality improvements include: - Enhanced system performance, disk usage limits and memory monitoring
Other model years of the Ford Edge
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 44 | 5,000 | 2 | 5 | 23 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 23 | 9,700 | 4 | 5 | 23 | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 133 | 59,000 | 5 | 5 | 23 | 4 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2021 | 114 | 41,000 | 7 | 5 | 24 | 2 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2020 | 326 | 68,200 | 4 | 5 | 24 | 24 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2019 | 773 | 60,223 | 3 | 5 | 25 | 27 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2018 | 849 | 70,000 | 7 | 5 | 24 | 45 · Typical | Rising |
| 2017 | 1,377 | 70,000 | 8 | 5 | 24 | 59 · Typical | Rising |
| 2016 | 926 | 60,000 | 7 | 5 | 24 | 64 · Typical | Rising |
| 2015 | 731 | 45,814 | 7 | 5 | 24 | 61 · Typical | Stable |
| 2014 | 383 | 54,632 | 3 | 4 | 22 | 2 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2013 | 2,447 | 54,000 | 2 | 4 | 22 | 80 · More | Stable |
| 2012 | 1,134 | 51,000 | 3 | 4 | 22 | 61 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 1,803 | 58,000 | 3 | 4 | 21 | 68 · More | Falling |
| 2010 | 673 | 85,000 | 6 | — | 20 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2009 | 261 | 95,739 | 6 | — | 19 | 1 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2008 | 1,120 | 85,638 | 6 | — | 19 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2007 | 989 | 90,000 | 5 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All Ford Edge model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2023 Ford Edge have?
NHTSA recorded 23 consumer complaints for the 2023 Ford Edge as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2023 Ford Edge is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 8 complaints (35% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 5.
Has the 2023 Ford Edge been recalled?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2023 Ford Edge do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2023 Ford Edge 5 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Ford Edge get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Ford Edge (Edge AWD, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 23 mpg combined, 21 city and 28 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,900 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2023 Ford Edge reported?
Among the 9 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 9,700 miles and the middle half falls between 6,915 and 28,000 miles; 78% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.