2019 FORD EDGE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
5/5
Safety Rating
806
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
44
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2019 FORD EDGE
The 2019 FORD EDGE has received a total of 806 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE. 44 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Train (360 complaints), Engine (135 complaints), and Unknown Or Other (63 complaints).
Recalls for the 2019 FORD EDGE
NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 2019 FORD EDGE, potentially affecting up to 201,432 vehicles.
Recall 25V442000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
| 200,237 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
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.
View full details →Recall 20V550000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
| 97 vehicles affected
Defect: 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: 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.
View full details →Recall 19V766000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
| 366 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
View full details →Recall 19V766000 — SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
| 366 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
View full details →Recall 19V766000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
| 366 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2019 FORD EDGE
806 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 FORD EDGE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
This is a 2019 Ford Edge in great condition. I just purchased the vehicle with roughly 90000 miles on it. After roughly 2 weeks of driving, I noticed the vehicle struggles to get up to speed, and the gears shift roughly, especially after a cold start. Additionally, while driving, the gears would struggle to downshift, staying at a higher RPM than it should, such as being stuck at 4000 RPM while driving 30mph, and it would stay like this for about 1-2 minutes. Additionally, from time to time, the reverse gear will not engage at all, this is a major safety concern, God forbid I am somewhere I need to back out from and there is obstruction in the front, only God knows what trouble I would be in. There have been recalls for such cars. It is unfortunate that Ford has not opened an active recall for others with this issue. Please help, this car costs too much, and I fear for my wife and newborn's safety with transmission issues.
check engine light came on took it to service they ran test on it code p0456 came up saying fuel leak
This is a 2019 Ford Edge in great condition. I just purchased the vehicle with roughly 90000 miles on it. After roughly 2 weeks of driving, I noticed the vehicle struggles to get up to speed, and the gears shift roughly, especially after a cold start. Additionally, while driving, the gears would struggle to downshift, staying at a higher RPM than it should, such as being stuck at 4000 RPM while driving 30mph, and it would stay like this for about 1-2 minutes. Additionally, from time to time, the reverse gear will not engage at all, this is a major safety concern, God forbid I am somewhere I need to back out from and there is obstruction in the front, only God knows what trouble I would be in. There have been recalls for such cars. It is unfortunate that Ford has not opened an active recall for others with this issue. Please help, this car costs too much, and I fear for my wife and newborn's safety with transmission issues.
Transmission has been in the dealer multiple times due to transmission slipping, exhibiting a shudder/buck/jerk/hesitation to shift while accelerating and driving up to 35 mph. The software in the powertrain control module (PCM) was reset on multiple visits in an attempt to correct the issue prior to the physical partial repair of the transmission. At Odometer reading 69,685 mi Services Performed Vehicle serviced Automatic transmission cooler flushed Oil and filter changed Torque converter replaced Transmission checked Transmission fluid flushed Transmission rebuilt This vehicle is now out of warranty and is starting to experience transmission performance issues again (02/2026).
Incident Summary On February 14, 2026, without warning, the vehicle stalled and shut down while I was backing into my driveway. The engine restarted briefly only to fail again. Two independent mechanics have confirmed a blown head gasket resulting from coolant intrusion into the engine cylinders that is consistent with the well-documented defect affecting this engine platform. The vehicle is currently inoperable. This failure occurred while I am [XXX] pregnant, with my minor child present in the vehicle. A sudden engine shutdown at highway speeds could have resulted in serious bodily injury or worse. The safety implications of this defect are substantial. 2019 Ford Edge SEL AWD (VIN: [XXX] ) equipped with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine — a vehicle widely associated with the known coolant intrusion defect currently subject to litigation. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Safety Rating for the 2019 FORD EDGE
The 2019 FORD EDGE received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2019 FORD EDGE
Ford Motor Company has issued 44 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2019 FORD EDGE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
TSB 25-2552 — POWER TRAIN
This article supersedes TSB 25-2351 to update the Service Procedure Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit all of the following conditions: Shudder chatter condition, most noticeable at low speeds turning No diagnostic trouble codes DTCs present This may be due to rear...
TSB 21-2340 — EQUIPMENT
Some 2019 Edge/Nautilus vehicles equipped with a 2.0L EcoBoost engine built on or before 22-Aug-2019 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P04DB stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to various strategies within the PCM software. To correct the...
TSB 21-2340 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Some 2019 Edge/Nautilus vehicles equipped with a 2.0L EcoBoost engine built on or before 22-Aug-2019 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P04DB stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to various strategies within the PCM software. To correct the...
SSM 49668 — VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING
Some 2019-2020 Edge vehicles may exhibit a condition where the rear wiper continuously operates. This may be due to a pinched or damaged wire in the liftgate where the harness enters the liftgate causing a short to ground. To correct the condition, inspect the area where the wiring harness enters...
SSM 49565 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2019-2020 Edge/Nautilus vehicles may exhibit an inoperative power liftgate with or without diagnostic trouble code U3000-49 stored in the rear gate trunk module (RGTM). This may be due to the RGTM software. To correct the condition, reprogram the RGTM using the latest software level of the appropriate Ford diagnostic...
SSM 49266 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Some 2020 Edge/Nautilus vehicles built on 12-Aug-2020 and through 22-Aug-2020 may exhibit a customer concern of the FordPass or Lincoln Way mobile apps unable to connect to the vehicle. The customer may state that there is no activate button on the FordPass or Lincoln Way mobile app. This may be...
SSM 49267 — STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
Some 2019-2020 Edge/Nautilus vehicles may exhibit an inoperative power liftgate with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B144F:79 stored in the rear gate trunk module (RGTM). This may be due to the calibration of the RGTM. To resolve the concern, reprogram the RGTM using the latest software level of the appropriate Ford...
SSM 49088 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Some 2019-2020 Edge vehicles may exhibit an Overspeed Warning message displayed in the IPC. The warning may display at 118 km/h (73 mph). To correct the condition, perform an as-built configuration of the IPC using the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool. For claiming, use causal part 10849 and applicable labor...
SSM 49088 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2019-2020 Edge vehicles may exhibit an Overspeed Warning message displayed in the IPC. The warning may display at 118 km/h (73 mph). To correct the condition, perform an as-built configuration of the IPC using the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool. For claiming, use causal part 10849 and applicable labor...
SSM 49091 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Some 2019-2020 Edge/Nautilus vehicles may exhibit a false traction control or yaw control event. This may be due to software in the anti-lock braking system (ABS) module. To correct the condition, reprogram the ABS module using the latest software level of the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool. For claiming, use...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2019 FORD EDGE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the FORD EDGE
- 2014 FORD EDGE — 507 complaints
- 2015 FORD EDGE — 902 complaints
- 2016 FORD EDGE — 1,027 complaints
- 2017 FORD EDGE — 1,502 complaints
- 2018 FORD EDGE — 873 complaints
- 2019 FORD EDGE (current)
- 2020 FORD EDGE — 356 complaints
- 2021 FORD EDGE — 124 complaints
- 2022 FORD EDGE — 121 complaints
- 2023 FORD EDGE — 21 complaints
- 2024 FORD EDGE — 40 complaints
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