2016 Ford Edge Safety Report
2016 Ford Edge Safety Analysis
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2016 Ford Edge
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2016 Ford Edge. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (7) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (838) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 20 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Engine | Compare engine issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2021 | Compare against the 2021 Ford Edge with 90 complaints and 7 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2017 | Check the 2017 Ford Edge before buying across this generation. |
Ford Edge Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Ford Edge years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Ford Edge | 1229 | 8 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2015 Ford Edge | 687 | 7 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2018 Ford Edge | 726 | 7 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2019 Ford Edge | 671 | 3 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2020 Ford Edge | 263 | 4 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2021 Ford Edge | 90 | 7 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2016 Ford Edge Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2016 Ford Edge, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Engine
225 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine issues Ford onlySteering
80 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering issues Ford onlyEngine And Engine Cooling
73 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine And Engine Cooling issues Ford onlyService Brakes
65 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes issues Ford onlyPower Train
43 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Ford onlyUnknown Or Other
39 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Ford onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2016 Ford Edge
Reliability Score
The 2016 Ford Edge receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2016 Ford Edge
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2016 Ford Edge
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2016 Ford Edge:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic Hydraulic service brake foundation components, including hoses, lines, and fittings, have been identified as a common issue, potentially leading to reduced braking performance. |
Medium | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
| Automatic Transmission Gear Position Indication Automatic transmission gear position indication issues can cause hard shifting and slippage, affecting driving safety and performance. |
Medium | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine And Engine Cooling Engine cooling issues can lead to internal coolant leaks, misfires, and engine damage, especially in the 2.0 eco-boost engine. |
Medium | Occasional | 30k-60k miles |
| Rear Differential Rear differential failures have been reported but no recall has been issued yet, posing a potential risk. |
Low | Occasional | N/A miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2016 Ford Edge:
Hydraulic service brake foundation components, including hoses, lines, and fittings, are a common issue.
Automatic transmission gear position indication issues are a common problem.
Engine and engine cooling issues are a common concern, especially in the 2.0 eco-boost engine.
Steering issues are less common but still a concern.
Recall Details for the 2016 Ford Edge
The following 7 recalls have been issued for the 2016 Ford Edge by NHTSA:
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and May 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identificatio...
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Consequence: A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses and adjust brake jounce hoses with no damage present, free of charge. Interim owner letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 8, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated April 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S87.
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Consequence: A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-73...
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
Consequence: A ruptured front brake hose will cause a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hoses with the new hoses that have a revised braid material, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S42.
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 Ford Edge, and 2016 Lincoln MKX vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Road salt or other contaminants may corrode the electric power steering...
Consequence: If the bolts corrode, the steering gear motor may detach from the gear housing resulting in a loss of power steering assist, requiring a greater steering effort, especially at lower speeds, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear motor bolts and apply a wax sealer. If any of the steering gear motor attachment bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be installed in the vehicle. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for thi...
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles and 2017 Lincoln Continental vehicles. In the event of a crash, the driver's frontal air bag may not fully inflate or the air bag cushion may detach from the air bag module. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: During deployment, if the air bag does not fully inflate or the cushion detaches, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began June 16, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C02.
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured February 9, 2015, to August 12, 2016. During dealer servicing, the affected vehicles may be have been updated with incorrect Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software. This software can cause the ESC system to lose engine torque control, and not provide any warning lamps to warn the driver if there was an ABS or ESC system malfunction. As such, these vehicles f...
Consequence: If the operator is not warned of an ABS or ESC malfunction and the ESC loses engine torque control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module, and update the service software, free of charge. The recall begin November 22, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C14.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2016 Ford Edge
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2016 Ford Edge with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
Rear differential failed, multiple complaints with this vehicle online but no recall yet?
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contac...
I received a safety recall notice in September 2025 regarding my vehicle's rear flexible brake hose possibly having a leak. At that time the notice stated parts were not available but the Ford Company was working to provide parts for the repair and would notify me by mail to schedule an appointment to complete the repairs. I have called on several occasions, to several Ford dealerships, since Se...
Transmission shuddering at low speeds. Losing acceleration getting on to highway. Hard shifting and slippage.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact ha...
Rearview camera has been faulty for years and there is still not a fix. I have almost hit people reversing bc of this issue. I will be backing up and the camera is fine and then all of the sudden it messes up with lines and weird colors in the middle of backing up. This is dangerous and hazardous.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed an image with all lines. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with rear-view camera display failure. The contact was informed that the rear-view camera display needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact later received notifications of NHTSA Campaig...
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V544000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) and 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer w...
Car kept misfiring and it sounded like water was running when the car was on. After multiple attempts to find a solution I took it to a Ford dealership to remedy the issue and it ended up needing a full engine replacement due to coolant leaking into the engine. The engine failed, they told me there was no way to prevent it because the seals were not fully sealing. Thankfully it did not cause fo...
My vehicle is having an internal coolant leak inside the engine, which is a known issue with this 2.0 eco-boost. Symptoms are: •misfire on cylinder two about once a week •low coolant, and eventually hearing the waterfall sound from air in the coolant system •rough idle during 1st start of the day occasionally •white exhaust first start of the day occasionally
Coolant leak with coolant intrusion into cylinder 2. This problem was reproduced by the dealer and we had to have a new engine installed.
We keep replacing the purge valve solenoid. There was a recall in 2021 but 2025 and now we have to change it within a week or two after putting the new one on. It has went dead going underneath a red light and just turning in the roadway. It is getting very dangerous.Help please!
See attached document for complaint. I am writing regarding an issue I am having getting a refund for something I paid for to have repaired that was placed on a recall list by Ford 6 months later. In March 2025 my Ford Edge Sport suddenly lost brakes while I was driving. Thankfully I was not going fast and was able to get pulled over without an accident. I took my car into to the local Ford deal...
There has been safety recall for six months with no updates or fix. The fix is simple but they are not implementing it. It is causing issues for me.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Escape. The contact was informed at a State Inspection that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that after driving out of the driveway, the contact's husband noticed a trail of fluid on the driveway. Upon inspecting the vehicle the follo...
I started my Edge as I always do and the display panel kept changing from audio, to settings and on and on. It went thru all the choices and it kept going for about 20 mins until I could safely pull over to find the problem. The radio continues to play thru .the clicking of it changing choices. When I pulled over I put the car in park and shut my edge off, waited a few mins and started it again. ...
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made awa...
I want to open a criminal case. A car dealer is reselling this vehicle for 8,500 dollar with odometer of 94,000 approximately. The title say over 240,000 miles. They have clearly tampered with is i have more 10 supporting evidence to show for their fraud. They have dealer license in florida and are operating used car sale here new york city bronx. I called north Carolina DMV where they confirm t...
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the rearview camera was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the rearview camera could be replaced at the owner's expense; however, th...
Coolant intrusion into 2 and 3 cylinder, only 80,000 miles and the vehicle has been maintained religiously and we have to replace the engine!
Showing 20 of 838 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2016 Ford Edge
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Service Brakes
Opened 2024-10-03 · Closed 2025-10-30
On October 3, 2024, NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Preliminary Evaluation to investigate instances of rear brake hose ruptures causing a sudden and unexpected loss of braking in model year (MY) 2015-2017 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured by Ford Motor Company. The complaints allege that, without warning, the vehicle lost its ability to brake causing an unanticipated increase in the vehicle’s stopping distance. The complaints also allege that, prior to the rear brake hose...
Component: Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module
Opened 2021-09-17
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 20...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2016 Ford Edge
Has the 2016 FORD EDGE been recalled?
Yes, the 2016 FORD EDGE has 7 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2016 FORD EDGE have?
The 2016 FORD EDGE has 838 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 17 involved crashes. 19 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2016 FORD EDGE?
The 2016 FORD EDGE received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 FORD EDGE?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2016 FORD EDGE involve engine (225 complaints), steering (80 complaints), engine and engine cooling (73 complaints). Other affected components include service brakes, power train, unknown or other.
How many crash reports does the 2016 FORD EDGE have?
There are 17 crash reports associated with the 2016 FORD EDGE out of 838 total complaints (2.0% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2016 FORD EDGE have?
There are 3 fire reports for the 2016 FORD EDGE out of 838 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2016 FORD EDGE?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2016 FORD EDGE.
How many injuries are reported for the 2016 FORD EDGE?
19 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2016 FORD EDGE. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2016 FORD EDGE?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2016 FORD EDGE is proceed with caution. It has 838 complaints, 7 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2016 FORD EDGE?
The components with the most failures on the 2016 FORD EDGE are: 1. ENGINE (225 complaints), 2. STEERING (80 complaints), 3. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (73 complaints), 4. SERVICE BRAKES (65 complaints), 5. POWER TRAIN (43 complaints). ENGINE is the single most-reported problem area with 225 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2016 FORD EDGE?
Be cautious of hydraulic service brake issues and automatic transmission problems, as they can affect braking performance and gear shifting. Regular maintenance is crucial. The 2016 FORD EDGE has 838 NHTSA complaints and 7 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2016 FORD EDGE?
The 2016 FORD EDGE receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 838 owner complaints, 7 recalls, and 20 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Service Brakes, Hydraulic and Automatic Transmission Gear Position Indication.
What are the known issues with the 2016 FORD EDGE?
Known issues with the 2016 FORD EDGE include: Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Automatic Transmission Gear Position Indication, Engine and Engine Cooling, Rear Differential. These are based on patterns found across 838 NHTSA complaints. 7 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
What are the most common issues with the 2016 Ford Edge?
The most common issues include hydraulic service brake foundation components, automatic transmission gear position indication, and engine cooling problems.
Are there any recalls for the 2016 Ford Edge?
Yes, there are recalls for hydraulic service brakes, automatic transmission gear position indication, and engine cooling issues.
What should I do if I experience transmission shuddering or misfires?
Contact a Ford dealership for diagnosis and repair, as these issues can affect driving safety and performance.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of hydraulic service brake issues and automatic transmission problems, as they can affect braking performance and gear shifting. Regular maintenance is crucial.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2016 Ford Edge
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2016 Ford Edge. The data includes 838 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 7 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 17 reported crashes, 3 fire incidents, 19 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2016 Ford Edge an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-15