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2023 Ford Edge problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 26 complaints on file for the 2023 Ford Edge — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 4 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

26

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2023 compare to other Edge years?

Edge NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 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, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Ford Edge problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System727%
Brakes312%
Other312%
Transmission312%
Engine28%
Speed Control28%
Visibility & Wipers14%
Steering14%
Body & Structure14%
Latches & Locks14%
Fuel System14%
Lighting14%

Does the 2023 Ford Edge have recalls?

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

26V124000Driver AssistanceMarch 3, 2026 · 849,310 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The APIM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S09. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.

25V315000Driver AssistanceMay 9, 2025 · 1,076,138 units

Defect

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 vehicle is in reverse.

Consequence

A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

23V596000LightingAugust 25, 2023 · 8,523 units

Defect

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."

Consequence

A headlight that is too bright or aimed incorrectly may cause a glare to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the right headlight assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 9, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C26.

23V198000Child SeatMarch 24, 2023 · 19 units

Defect

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 Anchorage Systems."

Consequence

A child that is not properly restrained during a crash can have an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the left-side second-row seat back frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C09.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“When driving the screen will black out and be off for several seconds. It does not reform to what was on there before this happened. This has hairbrush at least 60 times since owning this vehicle. Took it back to dealer and they said needs new battery. Took too another dealer they said battery is…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 28, 2026

“I hit a very large item, a diesel tire, and although it broke the tires control arm or axle and was driving and sliding sideways, the cruise control never turned off. Even after hit the brakes it took it a minute before it turned off. This is a big safety issue. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · September 17, 2024 · crash

“As my wife was driving down the interstate, the car began shuddering. She pulled off, and the shuddering became very bad at about 30 MPH. The car flashed an error code which turned out to be the transmission. 2 Ford dealerships recommended a full transmission replacement for $10,800.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · January 26, 2026

“The "hands-free" liftgate on numerous occasions comes down on a person when that person is in the cargo area. the "hands-free" feature seems to have a mind of it own and besides being very irritating, seems dangerous. There is no way to turn off this feature.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · May 15, 2023

“I hit a very large item, a diesel tire, and although it broke the tires control arm or axle and was driving and sliding sideways, the cruise control never turned off. Even after hit the brakes it took it a minute before it turned off. This is a big safety issue. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control · September 17, 2024 · crash

2023 Ford Edge — common questions

Is the 2023 Ford Edge reliable?

The record is thin — 26 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 4 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2023 Edge problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (7 complaints), transmission (3 complaints), other (3 complaints).

Does the 2023 Ford Edge have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Ford Edge. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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 2023 Ford Edge?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2023 Ford Edge earned an overall rating of 5 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.