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2019 Ford Edge

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Similar to other model years

Owner complaints for the 2019 Ford Edge do not stand out strongly from the model-year median of 724.

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When problems were reported

Mileage at the reported incident

219 reports with mileage · 544 unknown

NHTSA’s mileage field refers to the reported incident, not necessarily the filing date. This shows report counts, not the likelihood of a failure.

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Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.

  • Power Train. Review the 456 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Engine. Review the 158 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
  • Electrical System. Review the 34 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →

NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.

7 crash reports1 fire reports4 injury reports

Engine complaints

158 reports
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Mileage unknown · Sep 25, 2023
Engine

2019 Ford Edge with 38K miles coolant leak into the cylinders of the 2.0-liter EcoBoost engines and cause the vehicles to misfire, overheat and even catch fire.

NHTSA ODI #11546291

Mileage unknown · Sep 13, 2023
Engine

Coolant intrusion on 2 motors, the Original Motor and the new replacement motor from Ford

NHTSA ODI #11544432

Mileage unknown · Aug 29, 2023
Engine

The egr cooler developed a leak causing engine to overheat and cylinder misfire. Estimate from Ford dealer is $2500. We had a 75000 mile extended warranty, but the problem developed at 7800 miles. Only 3000 miles after expiration. We were hoping for some cost relief because of the circumstances involved, but nothing seems to be …

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The egr cooler developed a leak causing engine to overheat and cylinder misfire. Estimate from Ford dealer is $2500. We had a 75000 mile extended warranty, but the problem developed at 7800 miles. Only 3000 miles after expiration. We were hoping for some cost relief because of the circumstances involved, but nothing seems to be available

NHTSA ODI #11541460

Mileage unknown · Aug 20, 2023
Engine

The CEL came on indicating a mis fire on cylinder #1. The temperature rose above the warning threshold. After new spark plugs and a new coil pack. The CEL cleared but white smoke came from exhaust pipes indicating coolant intrusion. This was an issue with prior model years. My vehicle is not in the recall window. The car has 78,…

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The CEL came on indicating a mis fire on cylinder #1. The temperature rose above the warning threshold. After new spark plugs and a new coil pack. The CEL cleared but white smoke came from exhaust pipes indicating coolant intrusion. This was an issue with prior model years. My vehicle is not in the recall window. The car has 78,000+ miles and the extended warranty was for 75,000 miles. Has this issue been reported for 2019 2.0L ecoboost engines?

NHTSA ODI #11539635

89,000 miles · Aug 17, 2023
EngineEngine And Engine Cooling

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine and engine temperature warning lights illuminated; however, the contact immediately pulled over to the shoulder of the roadway and turned off the vehicle. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and safely drove…

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The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine and engine temperature warning lights illuminated; however, the contact immediately pulled over to the shoulder of the roadway and turned off the vehicle. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and safely drove to the location where the vehicle had received an oil change service two days before. The independent mechanic inspected the vehicle and checked the coolant level, which he had filled two days before, and informed the contact that he could smell coolant burning and that the coolant was leaking into the engine. The contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer for assistance. The contact safely drove the vehicle to her residence, contacted the dealer, and scheduled for the vehicle to be picked up by a tow truck service. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000.

NHTSA ODI #11539106

85,800 miles · Aug 9, 2023
Engine

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low coolant warning light illuminated. The contact stopped, parked the vehicle, refilled the coolant, and drove the vehicle to her residence. The contact stated that the vehicle was started the following day and the low coolant …

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The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low coolant warning light illuminated. The contact stopped, parked the vehicle, refilled the coolant, and drove the vehicle to her residence. The contact stated that the vehicle was started the following day and the low coolant warning light was illuminated. The contact checked the coolant level and became aware that the coolant reservoir was empty but there was no evidence of a coolant leak on the ground underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an oil change and the contact was informed that the head gasket was blown, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 85,800.

NHTSA ODI #11537375

61,220 miles · Aug 3, 2023
Engine

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle shuddered and stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the failure was related to Ford Technical Service Bulletin Numbe…

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The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle shuddered and stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the failure was related to Ford Technical Service Bulletin Number: 19-2208 (Coolant In Cylinders). The vehicle was not repaired. There was no further information provided. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not under warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 61,220.

NHTSA ODI #11536262

93,500 miles · Jul 17, 2023
EngineEngine And Engine Cooling

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, his wife noticed white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. The contact then stated that he noticed an abnormal odor. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that anti-freeze had leaked into the …

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The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, his wife noticed white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. The contact then stated that he noticed an abnormal odor. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that anti-freeze had leaked into the exhaust and diagnosed that both head gasket failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was advised to call the NHTSA Hotline to file a complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 93,500.

NHTSA ODI #11532734

Mileage unknown · May 18, 2023
Engine

I had no warning my car just stalled and there was no coolant and white smoke coming from tailpipes. 2.0L EcoBoost coolant intrusion can lead to corrosion, misfires, overheating, fouled spark plugs, engine fires, and complete engine failure. It has been such a problem in early model 2.0L EcoBoosts that Ford issued a technica…

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I had no warning my car just stalled and there was no coolant and white smoke coming from tailpipes. 2.0L EcoBoost coolant intrusion can lead to corrosion, misfires, overheating, fouled spark plugs, engine fires, and complete engine failure. It has been such a problem in early model 2.0L EcoBoosts that Ford issued a technical service bulletin.

NHTSA ODI #11522768

Mileage unknown · Apr 27, 2023
Engine

Vehicle stalled while out driving. White smoke coming from exhaust tail pipes & smell of gas from inside the vehicle which cause me to become dizzy & lightheaded. Engine started choking out & popping & white smoke coming from under hood. I cut vehicle off & call for roadside assistance- vehicle transported to Waldorf Ford Servic…

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Vehicle stalled while out driving. White smoke coming from exhaust tail pipes & smell of gas from inside the vehicle which cause me to become dizzy & lightheaded. Engine started choking out & popping & white smoke coming from under hood. I cut vehicle off & call for roadside assistance- vehicle transported to Waldorf Ford Service Center. Vehicle diagnosed with ERG coolant leak coming from EGR cooler. Had to replace EGR cooler. Cost $1433.32. Solutions Warranty paid $607.82. I had to pay $825.50 which I am not happy about & I want Ford company to refund my $825.50. This issue was a Ford company problem that they were aware of since 2010. I bought this vehicle used on 11/29/2021 w/49,083 miles. Also in 3/28/2023 there was problem with turbo engine Waldorf Ford had to replace the turbo- cost me $400 - Solutions Warranty paid $800 to repair the turbo problem. Ford Company have faulty engine problems with Eco Boost engines. I want Ford company held accountable for my vehicle engine problems & I want Ford Company to refund my money spent on faulty Eco engines that they sold to consumer-Me. I am retired & dint have money to pay out to big Ford Company due to their negligence. Thank you [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

NHTSA ODI #11519228

Official recalls

3

25V442000 · Back Over Prevention:software

Jun 27, 2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

20V550000 · Power Train:automatic Transmission

Sep 10, 2020

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect and Lincoln MKX and 2020 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: Missing or loose bolts on the start stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission fluid leak and may progress to a loss of transmission function. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S49.

19V766000 · Seat Belts:front:anchorage; Seat Belts:front:webbing; Seat Belts:pretensioner

Oct 25, 2019

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Edge vehicles. The driver-side seat belt pretensioner anchor may have been improperly crimped, possibly resulting in the seat belt webbing detaching from the anchor in the event of a crash.

Consequence & remedy

Consequence: In the event of a crash, seat belt webbing that detaches from the anchor will not properly restrain the driver, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver's side pretensioner assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S37.

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Seat Belts:pretensioner

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Edge vehicles. The driver-side seat belt pretensioner anchor may have been improperly crimped, possibly resulting in the seat belt webbing detaching from the anchor in the event of a crash.

Consequence: In the event of a crash, seat belt webbing that detaches from the anchor will not properly restrain the driver, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver's side pretensioner assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S37.

Seat Belts:front:webbing

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Edge vehicles. The driver-side seat belt pretensioner anchor may have been improperly crimped, possibly resulting in the seat belt webbing detaching from the anchor in the event of a crash.

Consequence: In the event of a crash, seat belt webbing that detaches from the anchor will not properly restrain the driver, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver's side pretensioner assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S37.

Seat Belts:front:anchorage

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Edge vehicles. The driver-side seat belt pretensioner anchor may have been improperly crimped, possibly resulting in the seat belt webbing detaching from the anchor in the event of a crash.

Consequence: In the event of a crash, seat belt webbing that detaches from the anchor will not properly restrain the driver, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver's side pretensioner assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S37.

Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗

NHTSA investigations

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