CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Ford Edge has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1,377 complaints with NHTSA, including 26 crashes, 1 fire, 26 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (703 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2017 Ford Edge recalls
Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image
The rearview camera can display a distorted, inverted, or blank image while the vehicle is in reverse.
Rear brake hose may rupture and leak fluid
Some Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles may have a rear brake jounce hose that can rupture and leak brake fluid.
Shifter Bushing May Fail, Causing Unexpected Movement
A bushing that connects the shifter cable to the transmission can degrade or detach on certain 2013-2021 Ford vehicles.
Front Brake Hoses May Rupture, Causing Brake Fluid Leak
Certain Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles may have front brake hoses that rupture prematurely.
Torque Converter May Fail, Causing Loss of Drive Power
On certain vehicles equipped with a 2.0L gas engine and a six-speed automatic transmission, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Torque Converter May Fail, Causing Loss of Drive Power
Certain 2017 Ford Edge, Ford Fusion, and Lincoln MKZ vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions may have torque converter weld studs that were not welded adequately.
Weld flaw in roof header may raise side-crash injury risk
Certain 2017 vehicles equipped with the optional Panoramic Vista Roof may have an improperly welded windshield header.
Driver Airbag May Not Fully Inflate in a Crash
The driver's frontal airbag may not fully inflate during a crash, or the airbag cushion may detach from its module.
Most common 2017 Ford Edge problems
Problem areas named in the 1,377 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 703 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 266 |
| Power Train | 148 |
| Service Brakes | 124 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 110 |
| Unknown Or Other | 83 |
| Back Over Prevention | 44 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 30 |
| Electrical System | 27 |
| Structure | 26 |
What owners report
At approximately 7:00 a.m. on 10/22/2026 I was driving my 2017 Ford Edge when suddenly there was a loud bang towards the rear of my car. Immediately after, I could hear my rear window shattering, cracking. There were no other cars near me at the time. As I continued to drive, the glass continued to crack and shatter. Glass started to break completely free from my window, and fall inside my rear hatch, as well as on the outside of the car on the road.
I am currently dealing with the coolant intrusion into cylinder 2 of the 2.0L EcoBoost engine. In the beginning of XXX at about 134K miles, the check engine light came on. I was at a stop light (.2 miles from my home) and I got a warning message telling me the coolant temp was high and engine power was reduced. When I got home, I saw that the coolant was low, but there has not been any leaks noticed in driveway, refilled and was fine for 2 weeks. During those 2 weeks, I was having a rough idle at start up, and white smoke coming from exhaust. Then on the way to work the engine was overheating. Pulled over and turned off on the side of a highway to let it cool. After 10 minutes, turned the ca
My 2017 Ford Edge SEL, equipped with a 1.5L EcoBoost engine, experienced a catastrophic engine failure at 66,897 miles due to coolant intrusion into the engine cylinders â a defect Ford Motor Company had already identified and documented in Technical Service Bulletin TSB 22-2229, issued in 2022. Warning symptoms: The check engine light began flashing accompanied by a rough cold start, noise on startup, and engine misfiring. These symptoms appeared suddenly and without prior indication of any mechanical issue. Component that failed: The 1.5L EcoBoost engine â specifically, coolant intrusion into the cylinder(s) caused by a known manufacturing defect. The failed long block engine is avai
The component that has failed is the engine and it is available for inspection. The vehicle on multiple occasions has had loss of power while driving. The most recent incident was when I was driving 100 miles on interstate 81 and could not go more then 60 miles an hour. I had multiple semis and vehicles that had to go around me as the speed limit was 70. It also had severe loss of power going over mountains to go home. It also would shudder upon starting up and constantly lost antifreeze. I took the vehicle to Stuckey ford Bellefonte service shop and they confirmed coolant leaking into cylinder 2 and that it needed a new engine. They performed a multi-point vehicle inspection and a visual in
2017 Ford Edge 2.0L EcoBoost with 114,500 miles. Permanent P0303 code due to documented engine block coolant intrusion defect.
2017 Ford Edge safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Ford Edge SUV AWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (15.5% rollover risk) |
| 2017 Ford Edge SUV FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (15.4% rollover risk) |
2017 Ford Edge questions
Does the 2017 Ford Edge have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2017 Ford Edge: Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image; Rear brake hose may rupture and leak fluid; Shifter Bushing May Fail, Causing Unexpected Movement; Front Brake Hoses May Rupture, Causing Brake Fluid Leak; Torque Converter May Fail, Causing Loss of Drive Power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ford Edge?
Based on 1,377 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (703), Engine And Engine Cooling (266), Power Train (148).
How safe is the 2017 Ford Edge?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2017 Ford Edge up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Ford Edge has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.