2018 FORD EDGE Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2018 Ford Edge. This model year has 737 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2018 Ford Edge Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Ford Edge. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 552 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 71 | 2 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 37 | 2 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 33 | 3 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 32 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 22 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 20 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 16 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 13 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 11 | 10 | 1 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Child Seat | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2018 Ford Edge. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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The contact owns a 2018 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 dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manu…
When approaching a stop, the vehicle vibrates heavily as if it is trying to fight the brakes to continue moving and avoid downshifting. The wrench light on my dash came on, so I took it into the dealer to have the problem evaluated. The torque converter has failed on my Edge, acc…
It has a miss in cylinder 2. I understand there is a recall about this problem and I would like Ford to take care of problem. I have been driving Fords since 1960 and I also retired from a Ford dealership in Texas after 22+ years of service. Would like to hear back from you on th…
See attached document for complaint.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated th…
2018 Ford Edge 116,000 Due to poor engine issues since 2015 Edge cars a new engine of nearly 10,000 needs to be replaced. Ford knew this but continued to use this failed engine.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while reversing, the back over prevention camera screen malfunctioned, and displayed either a dark image or no image. The contact stated that the failure created a visibility hazard for the driver. The contact received no…
The contact owns a 2018 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 unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had …
The contact owns a 2018 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 dealer was contacted and confirmed …
The engine requires full replacement due to a cracked engine block, coolant intrusion into cylinder 2, heavy spark plug corrosion, and diagnostic code P0302 (cylinder 2 misfire). The defect was confirmed by an authorized Ford Dealership. The vehicle is available for inspection up…
Purchased the vehicle used Oct 5, 2021 with 27285 miles on it. Last year engine light came on and the problem was coolant getting into the engine block. Was told there was no recall. Dealer I purchased it from replaced the bad engine. it cost me $7100.00, which they said was t…
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rearview camera displayed a blank whi…
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rear-view camera became inoperable. The rear-view camera image was blank, with the message “Camera not Available” displayed. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V…
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part for the recall repair was n…
The contact owns a 2018 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 unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had …
When the check engine light illuminated, the vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who diagnosed the problem as “There is an internal engine failure on number 3 cylinder. Anti-freeze is leaking into the combustion chamber and going out the tailpipe. The engine needs to…
My Ford Edge will lock us out while it is running with the key fob in the car, in the center console. It will lock you out if you are standing outside the car after you unlock the doors, with the keys in your hand. It will continue to lock itself back after you unlock it, before …
My 2018 Ford Edge (2.0L EcoBoost) is suffering from a documented manufacturing defect where coolant leaks into the engine cylinders. I have an official dealer diagnostic report confirming the symptoms match TSB 22-2229 (which supersedes TSB 22-2133 and 19-2346).
Coolant engine intrusion. Improperly built engine. No mechanic will try to fix it based on history.
Rear view camera defective cannot see we're going into reverse
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2018 Ford Edge.
Recalls for 2018 Ford Edge
7 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2018 Ford Edge. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2018 Ford Edge — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2018 Ford Edge reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2018 Ford Edge has 737 NHTSA owner complaints, 16 crash-related, and 7 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (552 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford Edge?▾
#1: Engine Problems (552 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (71 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (37 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2018 Ford Edge?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2018 Ford Edge?▾
The 2018 Ford Edge has 16 crash-related complaints and 3 fire reports out of 737 total NHTSA complaints. 22 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2018 Ford Edge have any recalls?▾
Yes — 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2018 Ford Edge. The largest issue: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2018 Ford Edge?▾
The 2018 Ford Edge has notable issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Engine Problems issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Ford Edge reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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