Worse than most Edge years
Owners filed about 1.6 times as many complaints as a typical Edge year. The main thing to watch is the engine and cooling, which half of owners reported by about 72,000 miles. Years with fewer complaints: 2014, 2020 and 2021.
Based on owner complaints to NHTSA, compared with other Edge years from 2012 to 2024. A good year can still be a bad car, so check the one you are looking at.
Owners have filed 1,382 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Ford Edge. The most reported problem area is the engine and cooling (909, 66% of complaints), followed by the brakes and stability control and the transmission and drivetrain. That ranks 2nd of 13 Edge years from 2012 to 2024 for complaints. It has 8 recalls.
9 of these complaints came from Utah owners.
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Problem areas ranked by how many complaints mention them. One complaint can name more than one area. Open an area to see what to check on a 2017 Ford Edge before you buy.
Engine and cooling
909 complaintsStalling, misfires, oil consumption, leaks, overheating and engine failure.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 72,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Ask the seller not to warm the car up, and start it cold. Listen for ticking, knocking or a rough idle in the first minute.
- Pull the oil dipstick and the oil cap. Low oil, a gasoline smell or a milky film on the cap are reasons to walk away or get an inspection.
- Plug in an OBD2 scanner. Stored or pending codes matter, and so do readiness monitors that show "not ready", which usually means the codes were cleared right before the sale.
- Ask for oil change records. A gap in the records on a model known for engine complaints is a negotiating point at minimum.
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What owners said
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…Owner complaint, filed 2026
While operating the vehicle, it experienced a sudden, unexpected loss of engine power, rough idling, and white smoke emitting from the exhaust due to internal engine failure. The vehicle’s check engine light illuminated, throwing codes P0301 for cylinder misfires, and P0316. A formal diagnostic inspection confirmed that this vehicle is…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Brakes and stability control
213 complaintsBrakes that feel soft or grab, grinding, ABS and stability control faults.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 79,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- The pedal should feel firm and the car should stop straight without pulling, grinding or a pulsing pedal.
- The ABS and stability control lights should go out after startup and stay out.
- Look through the wheels at the rotors. A deep lip on the edge means brakes are due soon, which is a fair thing to negotiate on.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the front brake rotors failed to operate as intended. While driving 55-65 MPH, the rotors were shaking before the brakes locked up. The brake light illuminated and turned off before the failure. The dealer informed the contact that the failure was associated with the brake lines…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 91,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Transmission and drivetrain
149 complaintsHarsh or delayed shifts, slipping, shuddering, CVT whine, and drivetrain clunks.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 74,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Drive it from cold if you can. Shifts should be smooth in every gear, including reverse.
- Feel for slipping (revs rise without the car speeding up), shudder at low speed and a delay when you put it in gear.
- Listen for whining, which is a common CVT complaint, and clunks when you go from drive to reverse.
- If it has 4WD or AWD, engage it on the test drive and ask when the transmission and differential fluids were last changed.
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What owners said
On 11/09/2022 the vehicle (with 85658 miles) was brought to Laird Noller Ford of Topeka KS for "Customer satisfaction program 22N12 but was not repaired for some reason. Its been rattling for years and the flexplate finally broke and now the same dealership said I need to pay $3300 out of pocket to fix it, when it broke down and left me…Owner complaint, filed 2026
recurring misfire codes, service engine light comes on and goes off. have been told there is investgation for intrusive coolant defect.Owner complaint, filed 2026
Driver assist systems
49 complaintsPhantom braking, false collision warnings, and lane keeping or backup sensors that act up.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 90,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Where it is safe, try the adaptive cruise and lane keeping on the test drive and watch for sudden braking or warnings with nothing there.
- Check the windshield in front of the camera and the bumper sensors for cracks, chips or poor repairs.
- Ask whether the windshield has been replaced. The camera has to be recalibrated afterward, and many shops skip it.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera malfunctioned and there was no image displayed while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and the back over…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 137,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the rearview camera intermittently displayed a blank or flickering image. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer advised that the parts were unavailable to complete the repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 140,000 miles
Fuel system
38 complaintsHesitation, stalling, fuel smell, fuel pump and injector failures.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 54,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Smell around the engine bay and under the rear of the car for raw fuel.
- On the test drive, accelerate firmly from a stop and up a grade. Stumbling, surging or a flashing check engine light are red flags.
- Fuel pump recalls are common. Check this exact VIN for open recalls before you buy.
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What owners said
The check engine light is on and upon diagnostics it shows there is an issue with the EVAP purge valve. This cause the vehicle to have problems starting when refueled. Cost of the repair is around $1000 due to where the valve is.Owner complaint, filed 2026
Evap system purge valve problem after filling gas tank and leaving station, vehicle stuttering and stalled on road (safety issue). I had to wait to restart and then give it gas and brake at same time to get car moving. Engine light appeared. Took vehicle to o'reilly auto parts store [xxx] for diagnostic scan of problem. Code was p1450…Owner complaint, filed 2024
Lights, wipers and visibility
34 complaintsHeadlights that dim or fail, wiper and washer failures, and windshield cracks.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 42,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Check every light: headlights on low and high, fog lights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights.
- Run the wipers on every speed with washer fluid, and run the defroster front and back.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact discovered that the rear lenses was full of water. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to get a diagnosis however, the failure cause was unidentifiable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 42,488 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at various speeds, the engine failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was repaired under warranty. While at the dealer, the contact asked the dealer to check the rear assembly light because there was water inside the rear light. The vehicle was…Owner complaint, filed 2025, at 50,000 miles
Body, doors and structure
28 complaintsRust, doors and liftgates that will not latch, leaks, and frame or structure concerns.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 40,000 miles. Parts named most: Body (18), Body: hatchback / liftgate (5).
What to check before you buy
- Look underneath with a flashlight. Utah road salt is hard on frames, brake lines and the bottoms of doors.
- Open and close every door, the hood and the liftgate, and lock and unlock each one.
- Use a paint thickness gauge and compare panels. A panel that reads very differently from the rest has likely been repaired.
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What owners said
My 2017 Ford Edge Sport has the exploding Panoramic moonroof. The first incident - the car was parked and the front movable glass panel was cracked (see picture 1). No objects hit the glass. The second incident occurred while was wife was driving on the interstate at 75mph. It sounded like a gun shot - glass exploded into the passenger…Owner complaint, filed 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the rear liftgate was opened, a chime sounded and the the liftgate close unintendedly. The contact stated that the failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure…Owner complaint, filed 2024, at 40,000 miles
Electrical system
27 complaintsDead batteries, warning lights, failed screens and cameras, and electrical shorts.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 5,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Test every switch: windows, locks, mirrors, seat heaters, the screen, the backup camera, Bluetooth and every USB port.
- Watch the dash at startup. Every warning light should come on briefly and then go out.
- Have the battery and charging system tested. A weak alternator or battery drain shows up here.
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What owners said
When I am putting my vehicle in reverse the camera at times has blacked out froze or even turned a weird color with lines on the screen I know there was recall for this but my vin was not includedOwner complaint, filed 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that after the vehicle was parked, the vehicle could not be restarted. The vehicle was towed to the local service center who replaced the battery and confirmed that the alternator was operating normally. The failure reoccurred, and the battery was replaced on two additional occasions.…Owner complaint, filed 2023, at 95,000 miles
Steering
24 complaintsLoss of power steering assist, wandering, play in the wheel and noises when turning.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 47,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Turn the wheel lock to lock while parked and listen for groaning, clicking or binding.
- On a straight road the car should track straight with the wheel centered and no loose feeling.
- A power steering warning on the dash, even briefly, deserves a mechanic’s look before you buy.
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What owners said
- My electronic power steering failed. - My steering wheel would lock and not allow the car to turn. - It has been confirmed by an independent service center. They are having to replace the computer module steering service and steering rack and pinion. - No, it has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police or insurance. - The 2…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Adaptive Steering Fault warning appeared [XXX] … 34,000 miles… I was told there was a recall for this before I bought it from Jim Click ford in 2019 .. what do I do?? And is this Fords responsibility? INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)Owner complaint, filed 2025
Wheels and tires
17 complaintsTire failures, wheels and lug nuts, and tire pressure sensor faults.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- Read the four-digit DOT date on each tire. Tires older than about six years should be replaced, whatever the tread looks like.
- Check tread depth on all four. On AWD vehicles all four tires should match.
- The tire pressure light should go out after startup.
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What owners said
Today, during a routine tire replacement (4 tires) due to tire wear, I was told by Big Box service facility that the lug nuts on my vehicle all were swollen and they could not address as they had no parts. I consider this an unsafe condition that I have been put in. My next step is to take it to the dealer. I will keep you posted!Owner complaint, filed 2024
I took my 2017 Ford Edge to a Ford Dealer to get an oil change and tires rotating on he rear of the vehicle; however, they told me that the lug nuts on both rear wheels have the two piece lug nuts that Ford put on several of their vehicles that have swollen and delaminated rendering the vehicle’s lug wrench and their wrench useless. So…Owner complaint, filed 2024
Cruise control and acceleration
13 complaintsHesitation, loss of power, sudden acceleration and cruise control problems.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 70,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- On the test drive, press the gas gently and firmly. The response should be smooth with no lag or surge.
- Set the cruise control, then use resume and cancel to make sure each one works.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while pulling into a parking space with the foot on the brake pedal and when shifting to park the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration and drove forward into a fence and down an embankment. During the crash, the driver sustained a back fracture and leg injuries…Owner complaint, filed 2023, at 76,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 ford edge. That contact stated that pulling into a parking lot space to park, the accelerator pedal became stuck without warning as the vehicle shot forward causing the contact to crash into the vehicle in front. The contact tried to depress the brake pedal as the accelerator pedal failed to release causing the…Owner complaint, filed 2021, at 60,000 miles
Air bags
11 complaintsAir bag warning lights, air bags that did not deploy, and inflator recalls.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 25,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- The air bag (SRS) light should come on at startup and go out within a few seconds. If it stays on, the system may not work in a crash.
- Air bag recalls are some of the most serious. Check this exact VIN for open recalls and get proof any recall work was done.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V544000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) and 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…Owner complaint, filed 2025
We were driving down Hwy 84 in Georgia coming from the airport a truck was making a left hand turn and turned in front of us.. We hit the car going about 30 miles an hour.. The air bags did not deploy and we suffered greatly because of this.. This happened 2/14/21..Owner complaint, filed 2021
Seats and seat belts
9 complaintsBelts that will not latch or retract, seat adjusters and passenger occupancy sensors.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 56,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Pull out and latch every seat belt, and let each one retract on its own.
- Try every seat adjuster, and watch for a passenger air bag "off" light when an adult is in the seat.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while attempting to secure the front driver's side seat belt, the seat became detached from the floorboard of the vehicle. Due to the failure, the driver could not be secured by the seat belt as needed. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 74,000 miles
I drove the car to go shopping and when I returned, I could not pull the seat belt out to put it on. I drove home without the belt on. The next day, it worked fine... until I went out again and it locked up on me again. I looked online for recalls and there were some for my type vehicle so called the Ford dealership and was given an appt…Owner complaint, filed 2024
Suspension
2 complaintsClunks over bumps, broken springs, worn struts and uneven tire wear.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- Drive over a few bumps and potholes slowly with the radio off and listen for clunks or rattles.
- Check the tires for uneven wear on the inside or outside edges, a sign of alignment or suspension trouble.
- Look behind the wheels for oily, wet shocks or struts.
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What owners said
Beginning in January 2026, the vehicle exhibited progressive symptoms including repeated lurching and difficulty shifting gears. These symptoms are consistent with the open and incomplete recall for the transmission shifter cable bushing and the powertrain control module reprogram. On or around March 25, 26, 2026, while operating the…Owner complaint, filed 2026
I bought this car used from Honda Dealership. It had 84,000 mileage on it and since then. The headlights are so dim and I can’t see you have to drive with high beam on every time I go at night I’ve changed almost we like 56 different types light bulb, but still nothing still worst. If I used one for the manufacturer one it’s nothing it’s…Owner complaint, filed 2025
Ford Edge complaints by year
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Compare with similar 2017 midsize SUVs
Each car is rated against its own other years, since popular models always get more complaints than rare ones.
| Car | Vs. its other years | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Ford Edge | Worse than most years | 8 |
| 2017 Toyota Highlander | About average | 4 |
| 2017 Honda Pilot | Among the worst years | 4 |
| 2017 Ford Explorer | About average | 14 |
2017 Ford Edge recalls
Backup camera
- 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.
Full recall summary
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.
Brakes
- 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.
Full recall summary
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.
Transmission and drivetrain Gear position indicator
- 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.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge.
Full recall summary
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.
Brakes
- 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.
Full recall summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
Transmission and drivetrain Torque converter
- 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.
Full recall summary
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.
Transmission and drivetrain Torque converter
- 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.
Full recall summary
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.
Body and structure Roof and pillars
- 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.
Full recall summary
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 Inflator module
- 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.
Full recall summary
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."
2017 Ford Edge questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Edge?
The most reported problem areas on the 2017 Ford Edge are the engine and cooling (909 complaints), the brakes and stability control (213 complaints) and the transmission and drivetrain (149 complaints).
Is the 2017 Ford Edge a good year to buy?
Worse than most Edge years. Owners filed about 1.6 times as many complaints as a typical Edge year. The main thing to watch is the engine and cooling, which half of owners reported by about 72,000 miles. Years with fewer complaints: 2014, 2020 and 2021. Based on owner complaints to NHTSA, compared with other Edge years from 2012 to 2024. A good year can still be a bad car, so check the one you are looking at.
How many recalls does the 2017 Ford Edge have?
NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the 2017 Ford Edge. The most recent, from Sep 2025, covers the backup camera. Recalls cover the whole model year, so check the VIN of the car you are looking at to see which are still open.
At what mileage do 2017 Ford Edge problems start?
Half of the owners who reported a problem with the engine and cooling gave a mileage of about 72,000 miles or less. Half of the owners who reported a problem with the brakes and stability control gave a mileage of about 79,000 miles or less. Plenty of cars have these problems later or never, so ask for service records.
Which Ford Edge years should I avoid?
The Edge years with the most complaints compared with the rest are 2013. Years with clearly fewer complaints are 2014, 2020 and 2021. Years from 2022 on are too new to rate fairly yet.
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