Complaint volume
755 consumer-submitted complaints are matched to this model year. Treat the count as a research signal, then read the actual summaries for repeated symptoms.
Complaint records
2018 Ford Edge Complaints
755 consumer-submitted complaints on record for the 2018 Ford Edge, grouped by component category.
755 Total complaints
16 Crash reports
3 Fire reports
18 Injury reports
Complaint data reflects consumer-submitted reports. A complaint is not proof
of a defect, recall, or manufacturer fault. Enriched severity fields come
from official bulk records when the complaint can be matched by ODI number.
Buyer interpretation
How to use these complaints before buying
Complaint records are most useful when they turn into inspection points, seller questions, and comparison checks against nearby model years.
Pattern to inspect
The most common categories are engine, engine and engine cooling, power train. Use those categories as a test-drive checklist instead of judging the vehicle from the total count alone.
Severity flags
Enriched records include 16 crash reports, 3 fire reports, 18 injury reports, and 0 fatality reports. These fields come from complaint records and should be read in context.
Mileage clue
Mileage is available on 341 complaints, with an average reported failure mileage of 69,078 miles. Compare that with the mileage on the listing.
Questions to ask the seller
- Have you had any problems related to engine, engine and engine cooling, power train?
- Can I see recent maintenance and repair records?
- Has the vehicle ever been towed, involved in a crash, or repaired for the same issue twice?
- Can we also check the recall record for this 2018 Ford Edge?
Used-car checklist
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2018 Ford Edge
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How severe are the 2018 Ford Edge complaints?
16 Crash
3 Fire
18 Injury
0 Fatality
39 Towed
8 Medical attention
What are the most common 2018 Ford Edge complaint categories?
ENGINE 304
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 125
POWER TRAIN 38
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE 28
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 22
UNKNOWN OR OTHER 22
BACK OVER PREVENTION 16
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 15
STRUCTURE 14
EXTERIOR LIGHTING 12
755 total complaints on record
Latest complaints
| Date | Component | Summary | Severity | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | ENGINE | The 2018 Ford Edge I currently own and according to my research, there have been several class action suits that have been filed due to the customer experiencing "coolant intrusion" into the engine rendering the vehicle useless without repair. My vehicle only has 50,000 miles on it and needs $6-7,000.00 worth of repairs to correct the problem. The current resale value without this issue is $10-13,000.00 but is now worth basically scrap. Cases that have been filed are Case [XXX] [XXX] et al. v. Ford Motor Co. in the United States District Court Eastern District of California. According to this case it states, "It pertains to 2013-2019 Ford Escape, 2013-2019 Ford Fusion, 2015-2018 Ford Edge, 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, and 2016-2019 Lincoln MKZ models equipped with the 1.5L, 1.6L, and 2.0L EcoBoost engines, specifically, citing coolant intrusion as its chief focus." There are similar cases filed in U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware, as well as another in the Ontario Court of Justice in Canada. My vehicle exhibits nearly all of the issues common with coolant intrusion which can be Overheating, Coolant consumption issues, Engine misfire, Engine damage, and Engine fire Smoke coming from exhaust pipes. According to the current cases and complaints the models experiencing this issue are 2013-2019 Ford Escape, 2013-2019 Ford Fusion, 2015-2018 Ford Edge, 2017-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2017-2019 Lincoln MKZ. I respectfully ask that you hold Ford accountable for this issue as it has placed undue financial burden on the consumer. I attempted to contact Ford and they said no issues such relating to coolant intrusion exist for my 2018 Ford Edge with that VIN number but cannot explain why a well maintained vehicle with 50,000 miles is no longer operable. This puts millions of consumers on the road at risk should that engine fail while being operated on the road. A case has been filed with Ford it is CASE NUMBER [XXX]. The dealer is Ken Pollock Ford Berwick PA INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jul 2025 | ENGINE | Presence of coolant in engine cylinders | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jul 2025 | STRUCTURE | POWER LIFTGATE FAILURE Recently, I put my hand on car to steady myself while my wife got my walker from the back of the car. she closed the hatch, but I had not lifted my hand and my finger was caught by the hatch. My wife immediately pushed the button on the hatch but it would not open. She then tried the dash button. It did not open. she started the car and tried the button and the hatch did not open, but did release just enough to release my finger. What if had been alone. 30,000 get their hands in car doors each year. what if this were a child and the hatch would not open. There are times where the hatch WILL NOT OPEN! There is no way to open the hatch manually. This very SERIOUS. There must be RECALL and Ford must replace existing controls with fail safe controls | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jun 2025 | ENGINE | Coolant Intrusion in Cylinder 3; Engine Liight remains on after Engine Tune Up w/ 48.2K Miles. Rough idle, White tail pipe vapor on cold start, Code P0303,. Cylinder 3 Misfire are symptoms. 4) Plugs, Air Filter, Cylinder 3 Ignition Coil Pack replaced, Fuel System cleaner added to 2) fuel refills. Car Battery replaced. Engine Light returned after battery replacement. Symptoms Resembles Ford TSB 19-2346, dated 12/19/2019 | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jun 2025 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with an abnormally loud sound coming from the engine compartment, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 121,340. | Crash: No Fire: No | 121,340 |
| Jun 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | The rear lift gate will not open and it operates some time and cannot be open at all and no warning lights come on | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jun 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE | I brought in my vehicle for regular service (I.e., oil change) on June 2nd and all was well though i did get my rear brakes done. By June 19th, my check engine light came in and when I brought in my vehicle later that same morning, I was informed coolant had leaked into the engine, now requiring an entire engine replacement which I was told would cost 8500. I have since learned this is a fairly common issue is this model ford edge with eco boost engines and am appalled ford has not issued a recall for this defect. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jun 2025 | POWER TRAIN | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the power train, wrench, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the transmission was slipping once the transmission was in 5th gear. The contact stated that while the warning lights were illuminated, the vehicle hesitated before accelerating, and the vehicle was struggling to drive forward. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed and determined that the torque converter had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The clutch was repaired, but not the torque converter. The contact became aware of NHTSA Campaign 18V390000 ( Power Train); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 118,890. | Crash: No Fire: No | 118,890 |
| Jun 2025 | ENGINE | The check engine light came on, and I brought it to a Ford dealership. They confirmed that it has coolant intrusion into the cylinders and needs a new engine. They also informed me that my year, make, model and engine were recalled by Ford for this issue, but for some reason my VIN doesn't fall under it. Ford agreed to pay 40% of the cost which leaves me with a bill for $4,958.23 for a vehicle which should be covered under the recall. This should be covered under the recall. I was told to file a complaint with you. Apparently this is a safety issue that can cause the vehicle to suddenly shut off and cause a fire. The issue Any help would be great. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jun 2025 | ENGINE | Latent defect in the engine, allowing coolant into cylinder 3 Car could potentially caused by ignition system faults or fuel delivery issues and also rough idle. Mechanic checked the code on the car and the cylinder 3, confirmed the automobile would need a new engine P0303 code- Cylinder 3 misfire that is created from a faulty engineering design | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jun 2025 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the engine was misfiring, and there was white smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was taken to AutoZone, then to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was a misfire in cylinder #1. The mechanic replaced the spark plugs and ignition coils; however, the failure recurred. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic, where two temperature sensors were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion in cylinder #1. The dealer determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The contact related to the failure to TSB Number: 19-2346. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000. | Crash: No Fire: No | 64,000 |
| Jun 2025 | STEERING,LANE DEPARTURE | We had stopped to get a soda and when we came back out and started the vehicle the steering wheel turned 90 degrees so the straight position was now 12 and 6 vs 3 and 9, I tried to shut the vehicle off and restart it and no change in steering wheel position. There was also an adaptive steering error on the dash. Another issue with this was that you could no longer see the speedometer as the steering spoke was covering it, we drove to the closest Ford dealer from where we were and we were told they didn’t have time to look at it on that day. I confirmed with the cashier that they were sending us away with a vehicle with a steering issue and the cashier once again just said they could not look at it on that day which I was not asking them to do I just wanted to leave it and go off in a loaner that I was able to get under the extended warranty. We went to the second ford dealer that was closer to our home and they took the vehicle in and 2 different service writers stated they had never seen anything like this before. they had the vehicle for a total of 3 weeks to diagnosis and replace the steering wheel and try to get the wheel back into alignment which took 2 trips. The second visit we met with the master tech at Ford country who went for a drive with us and could see that the Ford emblem in the center of the wheel was not straight and it took them 2 or 3 attempts to get it straight and the master tech with 35 years of experience stated they had only seen this 1 other time in all their years of working on vehicles. I just do not have confidence in the vehicle any longer and just keep thinking about what if this happened while we were driving and not just in a parking lot. I no longer feel safe in the vehicle | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jun 2025 | ENGINE | Ford’s 2.0L EcoBoost engine failed on our on a 2018 Edge. The vehicle and engine are available for inspection. The engine suffered a catastrophic failure and must be replaced per Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 19-2346. Ford issued TSB 19-2346 on coolant loss/need for engine replacement in 2019. They had a class action lawsuit in 2012 on EcoBoost engines allowing coolant in cylinders. Ford had a chronic problem with these engines for years but kept selling them. There is a recall for some 2015-2018 Edges and 2017-2019 Fusion/MKZ/Escape/MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L EcoBoost engines. I’m not sure why my 2018 Edge is not part of the recall, since the engine has failed per TSB 19-2346. The problem was diagnosed by a certified mechanic, diagnosis attached. I filed a case (#[XXX]) with Ford Customer Service, who denied any responsibility because my extended powertrain warranty (which I believe lasted until 100,000 miles) expired 3 months before the engine failure was diagnosed. I also wrote a letter (attached) to Ford Consumer Affairs, which remains unanswered. A check engine light appeared just days after Ford performed a routine 60,000 mile service. Ford reported no problems and did not indicate that our vehicle was at risk under of TSB 19-2346, even though this TSB and problems with the 2018 Ford Edge have been known about by Ford since at least 2019 when the TSB was issued. In addition to the check engine light, we started losing/and replacing small amounts of coolant, which we attributed to a hose leak. A few months later, a certified mechanic then diagnosed the problem as TSB 19-2346. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jun 2025 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 55MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The message "Engine Hot" was displayed. The contact pulled over to the right side of the roadway, turned off the vehicle, and after three hours, the contact added coolant to the coolant reservoir and restarted the vehicle. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened a case. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The contact related the failure to TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: 22-2229 (Eco boost 2.0L Engine Failures), and the contact related the failure to the TSB. The failure mileage was 69,897. | Crash: No Fire: No | 69,897 |
| Jun 2025 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the engine was idling rough. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that there was coolant intrusion into the engine and that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 67,432. | Crash: No Fire: No | 67,432 |
| Jun 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Recall Rattling, car won't start | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jun 2025 | ENGINE | I have had my vehicle in for regular service since I purchased it. It has had two transmissions, one to repair a prior repair and now I am told that the engine needs to be replaced. Ford has a TSB for this issue, as it is a known fault with the engine. According to the dealer this is TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 2.0L EcoBoost - Coolant In Cylinders, White Exhaust Smoke And/Or Illuminated MIL 22-2229 This affects the following vehicles 2015-2018 Ford Edge 2017-2019 Ford Escape Built on or before 16-May-2019 2017-2019 Ford Fusion Built on or before 8-Apr-2019 2017-2019 Lincoln MKC Built on or before 18-Apr-2019 2017-2019 Lincoln MKZ Built on or before 8-Apr-2019 This repair is estimated at $8,800. This after a $5,000 dollar repair on the Transmission and five weeks of being out of service. When one purchases a vehicle it should not lose two transmissions and an engine in less than 100,000 miles of service | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jun 2025 | ENGINE | 2.0 ecoboost engine has a known flaw that causes the engine block to crack & introduce coolant into the cylinders. This is known to typically occur between 60 & 70,000 miles. It at the very least causes a misfire; at the most extreme it allows coolant into the oil & can cause engine lockup. Ford knows this is an issue & redesigned the engine in 2020. Our car developed this issue at 65k miles & Ford left us with a $9500 bill 1 month after warranty expired for a new engine | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jun 2025 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | The contact's wife owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, there was smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe. The contact stated that while driving, the engine overheated and the vehicle failed to exceed 15 MPH. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions, the vehicle lurched forward. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle had failed to start-up for a week. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion in the engine. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer, where the same assessment was made, and the dealer recommended that the engine be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 69,000. | Crash: No Fire: No | 69,000 |
| Jun 2025 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local dealer to have the air conditioning inspected, and the contact was informed that the coolant reservoir was cracked and needed to be replaced. The coolant reservoir was replaced. The contact stated that several days later, while attempting to start the vehicle, there was an abnormal amount of black smoke coming from the vehicle with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that, due to coolant intrusion into the engine, the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,411. | Crash: No Fire: No | 110,411 |
| Jun 2025 | POWER TRAIN | I am filing a formal complaint regarding a potential failed or insufficient recall repair related to NHTSA Recall 22V413 / Ford Recall 22S43 on my 2018 Ford Edge (VIN: [XXX] ). Ford replaced the shift cable bushing in Sept 2022. Within months, I experienced symptoms consistent with the original defect, including gear engagement issues, especially on inclines. One day, after shifting into reverse in a parking lot, the car rolled forward. I had to slam the brakes to avoid hitting another vehicle and feather the gas to reverse. These issues continued. Despite multiple service visits and reporting concerns, the dealership failed to document the problem. In Sept and Nov 2024, I again contacted the dealer. On Dec 18, 2024, they finally provided a loaner and inspected the vehicle. A full teardown revealed internal damage: metal debris in the solenoid body, worn sun gears, and failed clutch components—consistent with long-term gear misalignment. Ford has offered partial financial help but refuses to cover the full cost, leaving me with over $1,300 out-of-pocket despite raising concerns during the warranty window. As of June 16, 2025, the vehicle is still disassembled and remains in the dealership’s service bay with no firm repair date. I have been without my personal vehicle for six months. I respectfully request NHTSA to: Investigate whether recall 22V413 repairs are failing prematurely or inadequately prevent long-term damage. Assess whether further manufacturer responsibility is warranted for failures linked to this recall. Encourage Ford to fully cover repair costs under an extended remedy. Consider requiring a recall performance audit or extended warranty for affected vehicles. Thank you for reviewing this safety matter. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jun 2025 | ENGINE | I had bought 2018 ford edge from a small dealership.When i first bought this car it had 62,000k miles on it i barely had it for 9 months the engine blew already | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jun 2025 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving on a main road at 35 MPH, the message "Engine Coolant Temperature Overheat" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed and the mechanic retrieved DTC: P1285 (Cylinder head over-temperature). The contact was informed that the engine was faulty and to bring the vehicle to a Ford dealer for assistance. The vehicle was towed to a local Ford dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the dealer retrieved the same code fault code. The contact was informed that due to coolant intrusion, the engine was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000. | Crash: No Fire: No | 70,000 |
| Jun 2025 | AIR BAGS,LANE DEPARTURE | Airbags went off no warning | Crash: Yes Fire: Yes Towed | Unknown |
| Jun 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE | Driving home from work, I noticed a warning light indicating that the car was overheating. I stopped and realized the coolant tank was empty, so I immediately put some coolant in and continued driving home. The next day, the car wouldn't start, and after I checked the engine oil, it was contaminated with water. I called a Ford dealer for repair, and they don't want to take responsibility. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |