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2014 Ford Edge problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2014 Ford Edge sits mid-pack among Edge years: 514 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 886, with 3 recalls and one closed investigation. Complainants reported 19 injuries in total across these filings.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across other (79), brakes (66), and electrical system (65), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect. In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

514

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

1

Investigations

24

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

19

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2014 compare to other Edge years?

Edge NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted3,232 complaints2004: 5 complaints2007: 1,240 complaints2008: 1,462 complaints2009: 307 complaints2010: 777 complaints2011: 2,538 complaints2012: 1,474 complaints2013: 3,232 complaints2014: 514 complaints2015: 959 complaints2016: 1,084 complaints2017: 1,603 complaints2018: 940 complaints2019: 888 complaints2020: 400 complaints2021: 130 complaints2022: 151 complaints2023: 26 complaints2024: 49 complaints
Edge NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Ford Edge problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other7915%
Brakes6613%
Electrical System6513%
Transmission5611%
Engine5210%
Driver Assistance428%
Fuel System326%
Visibility & Wipers173%
Body & Structure163%
Speed Control153%
Steering153%
Lighting122%
Seats122%
Airbags112%
Tires & Wheels92%
Latches & Locks71%
Suspension61%
Seat Belts20%

Does the 2014 Ford Edge have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

20V692000TransmissionNovember 10, 2020 · 15,587 units

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Explorer, 2014-2015 Taurus and 2014 Edge vehicles equipped with 2.0L or 2.3L engines and front wheel drive. The support bracket for the front drive axle halfshaft may fail.

Consequence

The failed bracket could result in a loss of park function which can cause unintended vehicle movement, and loss of motive power while driving which increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the link shaft bracket, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Owners received an interim notification detailing safety risk December 8, 2020. A second letter will be mailed when parts become available in January 2021. The recall began February 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S63.

15V005000Fuel SystemJanuary 9, 2015 · 54,543 units

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on January 8, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 15, 2014, to May 8, 2014, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured April 21, 2014, to May 15, 2014. On April 30, 2015, Ford expanded the recall to cover an additional 45,505 vehicles, including certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured November 11, 2013, to August 29, 2014, 2014-2015 Ford Fiesta vehicles manufactured April 10, 2014, to June 17, 2014 and 2014 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured April 30, 2014, to May 21, 2014. Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.

Consequence

If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S30.

14V393000TransmissionJuly 2, 2014 · 83,250 units

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.

Consequence

If the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park', increasing the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained. If it is not, dealers will replace the linkshaft and also replace the halfshaft if it shows evidence of spline damage, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S10.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“PUT THE CAR IN PARK MODE, TURNED OFF KEY, REMOVED KEY, WAS EXITING THE VEHICLE AND IT STARTED INDICATING THE CAR WAS NOT IN PARK. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE AND BOTH TIMES THE VEHICLE STARTED MOVING AS IT WAS IN NEUTRAL EVEN THOUGH THE KEY WAS REMOVED AND IT SHOWED IN PARK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · February 3, 2021 · crash

“AT 60,000 MILES MY 2014 FORD EDGE MASTER CYLINDER FAILED WHILE DRIVING AT AROUND 10 MPH ON MY STREET AS I WAS GETTING READY TO PARK WHICH EFFECTED BRAKING. THIS CAUSED ME TO HIT THE HIGH CONCRETE CURB IN FRONT OF MY HOUSE AND MESS UP MY FRONT BUMPER. I ENDED UP HAVING TO PULL THE LOWER BUMPER COVER…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · August 9, 2017 · crash

“I purchased my 2014 Ford Edge SEL ON JANUARY 2015. I have electrical problems suspicion problems & recall on my Airbags! I have always taken it to a Ford Dealership to have my regular service done…oil charge etc. it those times I have told them the other problems I was having example electrical…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 19, 2023 · crash

“PULLED INTO A PARKING STOP AT THE GROCERY STORE; WENT TO PUT MY CAR IN PARK, SHIFTER WENT INTO PARK, ON THE DASH IT WAS SAYING I WAS IN REVERSE. THE CAR WAS DEFINITELY IN REVERSE. WAS NOT ABLE TO PUSH IN THE SHIFTER BUTTON TO CHANGE GEARS OR MOVE THE SHIFTER AT ALL. YOU WERE ABLE TO MANUALLY CHANGE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 18, 2019

“'WHEN THIS CONDITION OCCURS, THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) OR WRENCH LIGHT WILL ILLUMINATE AND THE VEHICLE MAY ENTER A LIMITED LIMP HOME MODE,' FEDERAL OFFICIALS SAID. 'IN THIS MODE, ENGINE POWER AND VEHICLE SPEED ARE REDUCED, WHILE FULL FUNCTION OF THE POWER STEERING, POWER BRAKING,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 7, 2020

2014 Ford Edge — common questions

Is the 2014 Ford Edge reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 514 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Edge year, with 3 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2014 Edge problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are other (79 complaints), brakes (66 complaints), electrical system (65 complaints).

Does the 2014 Ford Edge have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2014 Ford Edge. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2014 Ford Edge under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Ford Edge years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Edge years to avoid are 2013, 2011, 2017, 2012, 2008, 2016, 2015, 2020. The cleanest record among Edge years belongs to 2004.

How safe is the 2014 Ford Edge?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2014 Ford Edge earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.