2023 Ford Edge: reliability, problems and cost to own
Smart buyAbove average
It scores 78 out of 100 for reliability compared with other midsize SUVs. Over the next 5 years we expect it to cost about $16,744 to own, including $1,834 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$653
Transmission & drivetrain$555
Electrical system$152
Driver-assist & stability$111
Body, glass & interior$100
Steering$81
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
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Edge vehicles. The front right headlight may be too bright or aimed incorrectly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Edge and Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. The child seat tether wire welds on the second-row left-side seat back frame may be insufficient, which can reduce the seat's ability to properly restrain a child during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint
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No. It scores 78 out of 100, one of the more reliable midsize SUVs of 2015–2024.
Is the 2023 Ford Edge reliable?
It scores 78 out of 100 against other midsize SUVs from 2015 to 2024, which is above average. Based on 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, we expect about $1,834 in repairs over the next 5 years at 12,000 miles a year.
How much does a 2023 Ford Edge cost to own?
About $16,744 over 5 years: $6,040 in lost value, $1,834 in repairs and $8,870 in fuel at $3.40 a gallon. A typical one sells for about $25,576 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).