2013 Ford Edge: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 2,439 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is electrical system (30% of complaints); the 2012 and 2014 and 2015 model years look more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · 7 new complaints in the last 90 days · latest recall Jul 2014
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 2,439 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“The backup camera will flip upside down or go completely blank or not work at all. I had my car in reverse and the camera didn't come on and one time I flipped upside down and now it don't work at all.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Aug 2026
“When I put my 2013 Ford edge in reverse the backup camera goes out for about 5 to 10 seconds or it just doesn't work at all. And also I just paid $672 to have the drivers side door latch replaced because the recall had expired in November of 2025 the door ajar light would stay on and the dash would say place vehicle in park”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Aug 2026
“The rear back up camera stopped working , goes black or flips upside down. Sometimes even flickers and then says contact your local dealer for assistance.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Jun 2026
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“245/50R-20 pirelli scorpion weather active xl. Unknown cause. 5/22/2026 found bulge in passenger side front tire outer sidewall. Tire can be kept for inspection”Owner report · Tires · May 2026
“I have replaced all brake components except abs motor. After researching online this vehicle has same issues as stated with other models . Brake pedal goes to floor after spending $3500!”Owner report · Service Brakes · Apr 2026
“The airbags did not deploy when the car was in a front and rear end collision on 2/12/26. Injuries occurred. No one has confirmed the problem. The car was taken to a Collison center to be evaluated but am uncertain if that part has been evaluated. There were not symptoms of failure beforehand.”Owner report · Air Bags · Feb 2026
“Back up Camera goes in and out, it's flips upside down and do wired things , it also say call dealership, the picture sometimes be in reverse , and brake light stays on have to pump brake in order for it to go off.”Owner report · Electrical System · Jan 2026
“Driver door says Ajar even when shut, inside lights stay on. Fuel indicator says Ajar stays on. Backup camera shows upside down”Owner report · Electrical System · Dec 2025
“The brake booster had a recall but it should have never just have been the booster. The brake system on this is dangerous. I had the booster replaced and the valve got stuck in the HCU and cause brakes to fail. This has been a common issue amongst people and yet this is not a recall. The dealership just quoted me $3200. That's absurd for an issue thats obviously a common huge problem for people”Owner report · Service Brakes · Dec 2025
“On Dec 11, 2025, the driver's heated seat in my 2013 Ford Edge overheated within minutes of activation, causing first- and second-degree burns to the occupant. The vehicle was inspected on March 18, 2026 and escalated for management review, but the manufacturer failed to provide the promised follow-up by March 26, 2026, and the defect remains unresolved, posing an ongoing risk of injury. No problems prior to ever using the heated seats.”Owner report · Seats · Dec 2025
When filing, owners marked a crash in 33 of these complaints and injuries in 40 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained. If it is not, dealers will replace the linkshaft and also replace the halfshaft if it shows evidence of spline damage, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S10.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Edge vehicles manufactured from September 2, 2010, through April 25, 2013, and equipped with 2.0L engines. The fuel line pulse damper metal housing may crack as a result of an improper manufacturing process. A cracked fuel line pulse damper housing may result in a combination of fuel odor, weepage, or a continuous leak while the fuel system is pressurized.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line with one that does not have a damper, free of charge. The safety recall began on February 25, 2014. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 13S13. IMPORTANT: This recall supersedes recall 12V-438. All vehicles that have been remedied under the previous recall need to have the current remedy applied.
Trouble codes owners mention
OBD-II codes that appear in NHTSA complaints about this car.
How other years compare
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Is the 2013 Ford Edge reliable?
NHTSA has 2,439 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2013 Ford Edge. The most complained-about area is electrical system (30% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2013 Ford Edge problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 54,557 miles or less.
Does the 2013 Ford Edge have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning power train:axle assembly:axle shaft. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.