2017 Ford Edge recalls and problems

The 2017 Ford Edge has 8 safety recalls and 1,387 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer.

Recalls
8
Complaints
1,387
Crashes / fires
26 / 1
Injuries / deaths
26 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2017 Ford Edge vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2017 Ford Edge recalls

Recall 25V-572: Back Over Prevention

Reported Sep 3, 2025 · 1,456,417 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: 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.

Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s 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.

Recall 25V-544: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Aug 22, 2025 · 499,129 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: 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.

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.

Recall 22V-413: Power Train

Reported Jun 10, 2022 · 2,925,968 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: 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.

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.

Recall 20V-469: Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Aug 10, 2020 · 488,594 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.

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.

Recall 18V-390: Power Train

Reported Jun 11, 2018 · 25 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: 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.

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.

Recall 17V-427: Power Train

Reported Jul 6, 2017 · 6,026 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.

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 or Lincoln will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16.

Recall 17V-205: Structure

Reported Mar 27, 2017 · 84 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Edge vehicles equipped with the optional Panoramic Vista Roof. These vehicles may have an improperly welded windshield header, reducing the vehicle's lateral structural integrity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

Risk: If the vehicle has reduced lateral structural integrity, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury in the event of a side-impact crash.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will repair the windshield header, free of charge. The recall began May 18, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 17C05.

Recall 17V-123: Air Bags

Reported Feb 27, 2017 · 27,531 vehicles affected · Ford Motor Company

Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles and 2017 Lincoln Continental vehicles. In the event of a crash, the driver's frontal air bag may not fully inflate or the air bag cushion may detach from the air bag module. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: During deployment, if the air bag does not fully inflate or the cushion detaches, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began June 16, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C02.

2017 Ford Edge problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine713
Engine and Engine Cooling266
Power Train149
Service Brakes124
Service Brakes, Hydraulic110
Unknown or Other83
Back Over Prevention44
Fuel/Propulsion System31
Electrical System27
Structure26
Steering25
Wheels17

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 18
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings — 7
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 5
  • Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 4
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 4
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 4
  • Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 4
  • Structure › Body › Hatchback/Liftgate — 3

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 70,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2017 Ford Edge complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Nov 11, 2026
I was driving on the bypass expressway around Greensboro in heavy traffic when suddenly my car started shaking. It startled me as it was shaking badly, and I realized that I could not sustain my speed and control was difficult. I had cars on both my left and right. I needed to get to the right lane, so I started trying to get over. I got over as the shaking continued. I slowly drove over a mile on the expressway to an exit, whereupon I turned left onto [XXX], a four-lane street. Gradually, while the car still shook, I drove home, approximately two miles. I had to drive around 25 mph as the car…
Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Nov 5, 2026
Vehicle Safety Complaint – 2017 Ford Edge 2.0L EcoBoost VIN: [XXX] NHTSA Service Request: XXX I am submitting a formal vehicle safety complaint regarding a 2017 Ford Edge equipped with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine. The vehicle has experienced recurring overheating problems, including at highway speeds. Multiple diagnostic and repair efforts have been undertaken, including replacement of cooling-system components and evaluation by an authorized Ford dealership. The case involves suspected coolant intrusion into the engine, a condition addressed in Ford Technical Service Bulletin 22-2229. I have…
Engine · reported Nov 4, 2026
My car abruptly displayed the message “engine coolant over temperature” and refused to drive. I had it towed and the cost to fix is significant. However when looking up recalls for this particular vehicle, I found that an investigation has been opened to potentially reach a recall decision regarding this exact issue. The mechanic further evaluated that the coolant was getting inside the engine. I will attach pictures of the estimate
Engine · reported Nov 4, 2026
Vehicle was using coolant, engine overheating warning, whole vehicle violently shaking, could not accelerate/loss of power, got diagnosed with coolant intrusion on cylinder 1
Engine · reported Nov 3, 2026
Upon doing a drive with 60,000 miles my check engine light came on. Upon taking it in to a dealer in Chicago, I was told that it had a coolant intrusion defect and that I would need to replace the entire engine ~11,000 quote. I then took it to two seperate dealerships, and got a video of it. They both confirmed this. I contacted ford and they have refused to help in an form. The component is the engine block. I am completely scared to take it on the road. I don't know what will happen as it shakes on startup now. The problem was reproduced by both. I have not had it inspected by insurance.…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Ford Edge have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the 2017 Ford Edge: 25V-572 (back over prevention), 25V-544 (service brakes, hydraulic), 22V-413 (power train), 20V-469 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic), 18V-390 (power train) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 Ford Edge?

Owners report engine problems most often (713 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (266). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 70,000 miles.

Are Ford recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.