2015 Ford Edge Safety Report

The 2015 Ford Edge presents a mixed safety picture. While it achieved excellent crash test ratings from NHTSA, scoring 5 stars overall, 5 stars for frontal and side impacts, and 4 stars for rollover, it is burdened by a significant number of owner complaints and multiple safety recalls. With 687 total complaints, including 17 crashes and 15 injuries, there are clear areas of concern outside of crashworthiness. The most frequently reported issues revolve around the ENGINE (112 complaints), POWER TRAIN (63 complaints), and SERVICE BRAKES (40 complaints), indicating potential reliability and functional safety problems. Recall history is extensive, with 7 recalls issued for this model year. Critical recalls address issues such as 'SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC' (two separate recalls for rear and front brake hose ruptures), 'POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION' (shifter cable bushing detachment), 'STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM' (two recalls for steering gear motor detachment), and 'BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA' (rearview camera malfunction). These recalls directly impact fundamental safety systems, and several complaints explicitly mention experiencing these exact issues, sometimes leading to crashes or near misses, before or while waiting for recall remedies. Common complaint patterns include engine overheating and failure due to coolant intrusion, transmission issues like slipping or inability to shift, and brake failures where the pedal goes to the floor or hoses rupture. The rearview camera malfunction is also a recurring theme in complaints, aligning with a specific recall. The high number of complaints related to components under recall, such as service brakes and power train, suggests that these issues were prevalent and potentially dangerous before recall remedies were widely implemented or available. Despite strong crash test performance, the operational safety and reliability are significantly undermined by these widespread component failures and numerous recalls.

Our recommendation: Given the high number of complaints and 7 safety recalls, thoroughly check for recall completion and inspect the engine, transmission, and brakes. Be prepared for potential reliability issues despite strong crash test ratings.