FORD EDGE · model year

2024 FORD EDGE

40 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash reports, and 2 active recalls for this specific cohort.

NHTSA overall rating

5 / 5 ★

New Car Assessment Program

The 2024FORDEDGE carries 40 consumer safety complaints in NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation database for this specific model-year cohort. Within that volume, owners reported 5 crashes, 0 fires, 5 injuries, and 0 fatalities. For crash performance, NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gave this cohort an overall 5/5 rating, with 5/5 front crash, 5/5 side crash, and 4/5 rollover scores derived from standardized barrier and dynamic tests.

Component-level analysis is where model-year complaints become actionable: the top complaint category for the 2024 EDGE is unknown or other with 7 filings, followed by power train (4) and air bags (3). Concentration in one or two component groups is the classic signature of a systemic defect; a flat distribution usually reflects normal aging, warranty complaints, or isolated build-plant variability. This model year has 2 active recall campaigns, which means the manufacturer is obligated to remedy the covered defect at no charge for the life of the vehicle, the full NHTSA campaign numbers are listed below.

NHTSA currently has 177 investigation files overlapping the 2024 EDGE, and 8 remain open. Owners comparing this cohort against neighboring years should pair the counters above with the complaint-by-year trend on the parent model page, a spike in a single year often tracks to a platform refresh, a new transmission supplier, or an updated ECU calibration. Use the related-complaint feed below to read raw owner narratives before deciding whether any pattern here affects your specific use case.

40
Complaints
5
Crashes
0
Fires
5
Injuries
0
Deaths
2024 FORD EDGE - NHTSA crash-test profile NHTSA NCAP crash-test star ratings for the 2024 FORD EDGE. Overall composite: 5.0 of 5 stars across 3 safety dimensions. Front CrashSide CrashRollover 5.0 NHTSA NCAP of 5 stars
  • Front Crash 5.0 ★
  • Side Crash 5.0 ★
  • Rollover 4.0 ★
NHTSA overall 5.0/5 stars, with front-crash, side-crash and rollover ratings from standardized NCAP barrier and dynamic tests.

Total Complaints

40 filings

Crashes Reported

5 reports

Source

NHTSA ODI

Federal complaints database

Complaints vs. fleet median (215)

At or below the fleet median complaint volume.

NHTSA NCAP overall: 5/5 - Top NCAP rating · Front: 5/5 · Side: 5/5 · Rollover: 4/5

Complaints by Component

ComponentCount
UNKNOWN OR OTHER7
POWER TRAIN4
AIR BAGS3
SEATS3
BACK OVER PREVENTION3
EXTERIOR LIGHTING2
STRUCTURE:BODY2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY1
VISIBILITY/WIPER1
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SEAT HEATER:WIRING HARNESS1
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH1
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)1

Recalls (2)

25V31500014/05/2025

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicle

26V12400003/03/2026

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Ford Bronco and 2021-2024 Ford Edge vehicles. The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) may overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.

Recent Complaints

20260210UNKNOWN OR OTHER

My backup camera began malfunctioning in November 2025. Initially, the image became distorted, and shortly after, the screen went completely blank with a message instructing me to contact the dealership. I did so and was informed that my vehicle was not included in the recall and that I would be responsible for the repair costs out of pocket. I referenced the 15-year rearview camera extended warranty that applies to non-recalled vehicles. The dealership stated they were unaware of this warranty. As a result, I contacted Ford directly and opened a case with the Automotive Safety Office in November 2025. Today, I followed up with Ford to check on the status of my case and was told there has been no update. I was also informed that because there is no CSP number associated with the 15-year extended warranty for Edge models that are not actively recalled, Ford cannot take any action. I was essentially told that the warranty “does not exist,” despite the fact that it has been widely rep

20260209POWER TRAIN

Transmission failing less than 5,000 miles after having the transmission serviced at a dealership. Transmission shuddering and refusing to go into gear.

20260119SERVICE BRAKES

tRACTION AND STABILITY CONTRAL LIGHTS (YELLOW) AND BRAKE FAILURE LIGHT (RED) CAME ON AND APP ON PHONE ALARMED TO INDICATE A FAILURE DEALER SAID THIS IS NORMAL IN SNOW. THIS ALSO OCCURED IN 2024 AND WAS NOT FIXED THEN

20260119FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

tRACTION AND STABILITY CONTRAL LIGHTS (YELLOW) AND BRAKE FAILURE LIGHT (RED) CAME ON AND APP ON PHONE ALARMED TO INDICATE A FAILURE DEALER SAID THIS IS NORMAL IN SNOW. THIS ALSO OCCURED IN 2024 AND WAS NOT FIXED THEN

20260119LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST

tRACTION AND STABILITY CONTRAL LIGHTS (YELLOW) AND BRAKE FAILURE LIGHT (RED) CAME ON AND APP ON PHONE ALARMED TO INDICATE A FAILURE DEALER SAID THIS IS NORMAL IN SNOW. THIS ALSO OCCURED IN 2024 AND WAS NOT FIXED THEN

20251210EXTERIOR LIGHTING

The right rear taillight assembly fell out while driving on an interstate. No apparent reason

20251114BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

See attached document for complaint.

20251114BACK OVER PREVENTION

See attached document for complaint.

20251114LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION

See attached document for complaint.

20251021BACK OVER PREVENTION

The contact owns a 2024 Ford Edge. The contact stated that after shifting to reverse(R) and then to drive(D), the image from the rear-view camera was still displayed on the screen. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent at first but had become a recurring failure. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 9,000.

Mileage: 9,000

20251020CrashAIR BAGS

The contact owned a 2024 Ford Edge. The contact stated that, upon pulling into a parking space, the vehicle suddenly accelerated on its own. As a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle, only coming to a complete stop after partially driving through a storefront. The contact also stated that the forward warning collision system failed to activate. The air bags did not deploy. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a storage facility and deemed a total loss by the contact's insurance provider. A police report was filed, and injuries were not reported. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by the contact's insurance provider, and a case was opened. Upon investigation, the vehicle's incident recorder showed that the vehicle rapidly accelerated up to 17 MPH and that the contact did not depress the brake pedal. The failure mileage was 6,000.

Mileage: 6,000

20251012UNKNOWN OR OTHER

On [XXX], while driving from Delaware to Massachusetts in her 2024 Ford Edge (purchased new in April 2024, now with roughly 19,800 miles on the odometer) on [XXX] in New Jersey, my wife experienced the cloth-panel shade of the "Panoramic Vista Roof" fall onto her. Obviously, this was a complete surprise and very dangerous to her in the control of the vehicle. She stated that about a week prior to the collapse of the shade, there had been some rattling coming from an undetermined area in the car. The Massachusetts Ford Dealer (Balise Ford - Wilbraham, MA) she brought the vehicle to stated the sunroof falling in was "not the result of a material defect." The dealership replaced the roof opening panel at a cost to us of $1120.00. The defective part was not obtained from the dealer after repair. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

20250723ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The contact owns a 2024 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the hatch of the vehicle was designed to close automatically while the user owned the key fob, with the user's foot underneath the hatch. The contact stated that the hatch had been closing prematurely while the key fob was not near the hatch, and the hatch had hit both the contact and family members on the head. There was no injury sustained. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and had sent engineers to diagnose the vehicle, but the engineers could not determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 5,000.

Mileage: 5,000

20250714STEERING

Vehicle steering/power steering locks unable to turn at intersections almost cause an accident

20250604ENGINE

The contact owns a 2024 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a backfire coming from the engine. The contact stated that the engine overheated and seized. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that failure had occurred within 30 seconds. The vehicle was restarted; however, the engine seized within 30 seconds. The contact stated that after several attempts, the vehicle was restarted, and the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The failure was not duplicated. The contact requested that the dealer keep the vehicle to continue diagnostic testing. The contact stated that previously the vehicle was taken to the dealer because of an abnormal fuel odor. The vehicle was diagnosed with purge valve failure. The purge valve was replaced; however, the failure reoccurred. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, several warning lights illuminated, and the contact heard a ticking sound coming from the vehicle. In addition, the con

Mileage: 19,037

20250516BACK OVER PREVENTION

The contact owns a 2024 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); 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 made aware of the issue. The contact stated that employees occasionally reported that while reversing, the center display was blank. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer; however, the contact was informed that parts were not yet available, and the vehicle could not yet be repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 4,700. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Mileage: 4,700

20250421EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

The contact owns a 2024 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the navigation system became inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the Navigational System had experienced a glitch. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, opened a case, and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 8,995.

Mileage: 8,995

20250409LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH

The contact owns a 2024 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the liftgate opened independently. While washing the vehicle with a brush and touching the bumper, the liftgate opened. While placing groceries in the tailgate, the tailgate closed and struck the contact on the head. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who determined that the intended liftgate opening and that the vehicle worked as designed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 5,996.

Mileage: 5,996

20250317POWER TRAIN

When put into reverse, a warning of "gear will engage at low speed" appeared multiple times. Car has to be shut down and restarted to allow for gear to engage.

20250123ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The contact owns a 2024 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the Ford Sync infotainment system failed to switch screens, and activated selected operations like the defroster, and displayed a black screen intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed a software failure. The dealer had reset the computer several times; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case. The manufacturer referred the contract to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 3,000.

Mileage: 3,000

Compare 2024FORDEDGE to Similar Vehicles

NHTSA Investigations 8 Open

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many complaints does the 2024 FORD EDGE have?
The 2024 FORD EDGE has 40 NHTSA complaints, 5 crashes, 0 fires, 5 injuries, and 0 deaths reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2024 FORD EDGE?
The 2024 FORD EDGE received an overall NHTSA safety rating of 5/5, front crash rating of 5/5, side crash rating of 5/5, and rollover rating of 4/5.
Are there any recalls for the 2024 FORD EDGE?
Yes, the 2024 FORD EDGE has 2 recall(s). The most common affected component is BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE. Recalls are issued by NHTSA and manufacturers must provide a free remedy.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 FORD EDGE?
The most-complained component for the 2024 FORD EDGE is UNKNOWN OR OTHER with 7 complaints. Other frequently reported areas include POWER TRAIN and AIR BAGS.
Is the 2024 FORD EDGE safe to buy?
Review the complaint history, crash and fire reports, safety ratings, and recall status on this page to make an informed decision. The 2024 FORD EDGE has an NHTSA safety rating of 5/5. Compare with other model years using the links above.
Where does this data come from?
All complaint, recall, and safety rating data is sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are filed by vehicle owners through NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation.

Vehicle Safety Guides

Data as of 2025. Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) complaints database, NHTSA recall campaign API, NHTSA NCAP crash-test ratings, and NHTSA FARS for fatality cross-reference.