2017 Ford Edge: reliability, problems and cost to own
Think twiceWell below average
It scores 1 out of 100 for reliability compared with other midsize SUVs. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $20,908 to own, including $9,080 in repairs.
Early estimate: this rating uses our own sales estimate for the Ford Edge.
These are estimates, not guarantees. They come from public NHTSA complaint and recall data and EPA fuel economy, assuming 5 years of ownership and 12,000 miles a year. Change the assumptions or see how it works.
Where repair money is likely to go
Engine & cooling$6,219
Transmission & drivetrain$1,792
Brakes$247
Driver-assist & stability$226
Electrical system$168
Body, glass & interior$165
Expected over 5 years, by area of the car.
Recalls
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › CameraSep 4, 2025 · campaign 25V572000
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.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And FittingsAug 23, 2025 · campaign 25V544000
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.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl)Jun 10, 2022 · campaign 22V413000
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.
Service BrakesAug 11, 2020 · campaign 20V469000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
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.
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.
Structure › Body › Roof And PillarsMar 27, 2017 · campaign 17V205000
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."
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator ModuleFeb 27, 2017 · campaign 17V123000
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
Check whether a specific car still has open recalls with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Yes. It scores 1 out of 100, among the least reliable midsize SUVs of 2015–2024. The 2021, 2023 and 2024 Edge scored much better.
Is the 2017 Ford Edge reliable?
It scores 1 out of 100 against other midsize SUVs from 2015 to 2024, which is well below average. Based on 1,377 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $9,080 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
How much does a 2017 Ford Edge cost to own?
About $20,908 over 5 years: $3,328 in lost value, $9,080 in repairs and $8,500 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $15,596 today.
What are the best years of the Ford Edge?
Of the years we rate, the 2023 scores best (78/100) and the 2017 worst (1/100).