This page covers 5 recalls, 113 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2022 Ford Edge.
21–23 mpg combined
10.2–11.2 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 3 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Powertrain complaints dominate what 2022 Ford Edge owners report, with transmission and engine behavior drawing the most attention. On the transmission side, owners frequently describe hesitation and jerking when transitioning from coasting to acceleration, and several report outright transmission failure, in some cases the vehicle losing power or stopping while in motion. Engine complaints include coolant intrusion into the combustion chamber leading to complete engine failure, and at higher mileage, torque converter issues. The second most reported area involves the back-over prevention system, where owners describe problems with the rear camera or automatic braking aid, though a notable thread in those reports centers on a promised fix that owners say has not materialized within the stated timeframe. Electrical system complaints round out the top three but at a noticeably lower volume. The transmission hesitation and jerking pattern is the single most consistent symptom owners describe across multiple reports.
113
Total Complaints
9
Crash-Related
12
With Injuries
By System
The 2022 Ford Edge has 5 recalls, the most serious involving intake valves that can break while driving on models equipped with the 2.7L or 3.0L EcoBoost engine, causing sudden engine failure and loss of drive power.
The remaining four recalls all concern the rearview camera failing to show a usable image when reversing. A software error can cause the camera to display a blank or distorted image, and a separate issue with the infotainment module overheating can shut the system down entirely, leaving the screen dark when backing up. One of these recalls specifically covers vehicles where an earlier repair attempt did not fully resolve the blank or distorted image problem. A fourth filing addresses a related issue where the camera image can freeze or go missing entirely rather than updating in real time. In each case, the driver loses the rear view the camera is meant to provide, reducing awareness of obstacles, pedestrians, or other vehicles behind the Edge while reversing.
At a glance
What can fail
The Accessory Protocol Interface Module may overheat and shut down, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the APIM software, or the update will be delivered over the air, at no cost.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 2 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
What the fix does
The accessory protocol interface module software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image when the vehicle is in reverse.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the rearview camera software at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Engine intake valves may break during driving, potentially causing the engine to fail and loss of driving power.
What the fix does
Dealers will test the engine and replace it if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image when the vehicle is in reverse.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the rearview camera software free of charge, or the update will be delivered over-the-air to your vehicle.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
