Midsize SUVs · CD539 generation
Think twice Well below average
It scores 4 out of 100 for reliability compared with other midsize SUVs. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $19,737 to own, including $7,641 in repairs.
Early estimate: this rating uses our own sales estimate for the Ford Edge.
Reliability
4/100
Well below average
Repairs, 5 years
$7,641
at 12,000 mi a year
Fuel, 5 years
$8,500
24 mpg, $3.40/gal
Price today
$16,853
$14,830 – $18,875, estimate
Recalls
7
on record
Owner complaints
849
filed with NHTSA
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.
Expected over 5 years, by area of the car.
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.
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.
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.
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 2018 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles. These vehicles may have door striker bolts that are shorter than intended. Vehicles with shorter door striker bolts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components" potentially resulting in the doors opening in the eve
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, 2019 Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The power supply cables at the starter and the alternator may not have been properly secured, possibly resulting in an electrical arc.
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.
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Of the years we rate, the 2023 scores best (78/100) and the 2017 worst (1/100).
| Year | Reliability |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 66/100 |
| 2023 | 78/100 |
| 2022 | 50/100 |
| 2021 | 64/100 |
| 2020 | 24/100 |
| 2019 | 3/100 |
| 2018 | 4/100 |
| 2017 | 1/100 |
| 2016 | 12/100 |
| 2015 | 32/100 |
Yes. It scores 4 out of 100, among the least reliable midsize SUVs of 2015–2024. The 2021, 2023 and 2024 Edge scored much better.
It scores 4 out of 100 against other midsize SUVs from 2015 to 2024, which is well below average. Based on 849 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $7,641 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
About $19,737 over 5 years: $3,596 in lost value, $7,641 in repairs and $8,500 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $16,853 today.
Of the years we rate, the 2023 scores best (78/100) and the 2017 worst (1/100).
7 recalls on record with NHTSA.