2021 Ford Edge: reliability, problems and cost to own
Good choiceAbove average
It scores 64 out of 100 for reliability compared with other midsize SUVs. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $16,037 to own, including $2,999 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
Transmission & drivetrain$1,189
Engine & cooling$1,079
Driver-assist & stability$212
Electrical system$158
Body, glass & interior$104
Brakes$70
Expected over 5 years, by area of the car.
Recalls
Back Over Prevention › SoftwareMar 4, 2026 · campaign 26V124000
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.
Back Over Prevention › SoftwareMay 9, 2025 · campaign 25V315000
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, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the ve
Back Over Prevention › SoftwareMar 14, 2025 · campaign 25V160000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Edge vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-151. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Hard Parts Internal/MechanicalAug 24, 2024 · campaign 24V635000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.
Back Over Prevention › Display FunctionMar 12, 2022 · campaign 22V151000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Edge vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Edge vehicles. The driver's seat belt retractor pretensioner assembly may not function correctly when activated during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. An inadequate amount of lubricant in the rear drive unit may cause seizure of the rear drive axle.
Check whether a specific car still has open recalls with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
No. It scores 64 out of 100, one of the more reliable midsize SUVs of 2015–2024.
Is the 2021 Ford Edge reliable?
It scores 64 out of 100 against other midsize SUVs from 2015 to 2024, which is above average. Based on 114 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $2,999 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
How much does a 2021 Ford Edge cost to own?
About $16,037 over 5 years: $4,538 in lost value, $2,999 in repairs and $8,500 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $21,269 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).