Ford Edge transmission and drivetrain problems, 2016–2024
1,066 of the 4,507 complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the Ford Edge 2016–2024 name the transmission and drivetrain (NHTSA’s “Power Train” heading — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts, axles and differentials — NHTSA files them under one heading). The loudest years: 2019 (465), 2020 (187), 2017 (148). Filed under the same heading across these years: 5 manufacturer bulletins, 5 recall campaigns. Every figure is a linked federal record; none is a failure rate, none a repair cost, and none a verdict on one car.
Ford Edge transmission and drivetrain problems by model year
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communicationsOne row per model year on file, newest first. A year marked in depth has its own page: the complaints, the owners’ words and every document under this heading for that year.
| Model year | Complaints naming the transmission and drivetrain | Share of the year’s | Typically at | On file under the heading | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | 11% | — | 15 TSBs | the year → |
| 2023 | 5 | 23% | — | 16 TSBs | the year → |
| 2022 | 44 | 34% | — | 18 TSBs | the year → |
| 2021 | 37 | 33% | — | 29 TSBs · 1 recall | the year → |
| 2020 in depth | 187 | 59% | 85k | 34 TSBs · 2 recalls | the record → |
| 2019 in depth | 465 | 60% | 70k | 47 TSBs · 1 recall | the record → |
| 2018 in depth | 84 | 10% | 78k | 24 TSBs · 2 recalls | the record → |
| 2017 in depth | 148 | 11% | 76k | 25 TSBs · 3 recalls | the record → |
| 2016 in depth | 91 | 10% | 66k | 31 TSBs · 1 recall | the record → |
Two things the counts carry that are not the car: how many of each year were sold, and how long each has been on the road — an older year out-counts a newer one before anything is wrong with it. The share column is the honest comparison across years: what part of that year’s complaints named the transmission and drivetrain. Nothing here is a rate.
When the transmission and drivetrain complaints were filed, and at what mileage
Source: NHTSA complaint databaseFiled per calendar year, every model year together: 2016: 2 · 2017: 5 · 2018: 6 · 2019: 15 · 2020: 24 · 2021: 35 · 2022: 77 · 2023: 106 · 2024: 223 · 2025: 342 · 2026: 231
Across the model years, half of the 291 owners who gave an odometer reading reported the transmission and drivetrain problem between 55,000 and 91,000 miles. A median of reports, not the life of a part.
In owners’ own words
Source: NHTSA complaint databaseFiled with NHTSA by the people who own these cars, about the transmission and drivetrain, from the model years with the most to say. Quoted as written, with anything identifying removed; unverified reports — what was said, not a finding that it was true.
2019 ford Edge SEL, FWD, Transmission problem. while driving on the high way, kicking and clunking and slipping, harsh upshift and downshift as well as harsh engagement. All the sudden loss of a power, and vehicle comes to stop. it is very very dangerous on a busy crowded highway which can cause serious accidents and purhaps death.
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the gear shifter seized while shifting gear and the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced.
I just had my car looked at by two different mechanics about rear differential. They told me those last the life of the car. So, they told me to look up recalls because that could be the issue. I only have 64000 miles on the car
Powertrain went out in 4 lane hallway, transmission and drive shaft. There was a power train light that went on a few days before. I made appt with Ford and had to be towed there for my appointment, was unable to make it there. the people at ford told me that they have had to fix this same thing on multiple/many vehicles.
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the engine revved up however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated.
What is on file about the transmission and drivetrain, across the years
Source: NHTSA recalls, investigations and manufacturer communicationsRecall campaigns filed under this heading, any model year
- 22V413000 HighJun 10, 2022 · 2,925,968 vehicles
- 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.
- 21V011000 HighJan 15, 2021 · 147 vehicles
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. An inadequate amount of lubricant in the rear drive unit may cause seizure of the rear drive axle.
- 20V550000 HighSep 10, 2020 · 97 vehicles
- 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.
- 18V390000 HighJun 11, 2018 · 25 vehicles
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Edge and 2017 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
- 17V427000 HighJul 6, 2017 · 6,026 vehicles
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Lincoln MKZ and Ford Edge and Fusion vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
5 manufacturer bulletins filed under this heading, any model year
- Sep 17, 2026
- This bulletin supersedes 26-2171. Reasons for update: update the Parts list to add a note to clarify the application of the part numbers W520102-S442 and 4S4Z-3N324-AA "FWD Only". Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit all of the following conditions: Shudder condition, most noticeable at speeds below 60 mph (100 km/h) No relevant diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) pr
- Jul 23, 2026
- This bulletin supersedes 26-2171. Reasons for update: update the Parts list to add a note to clarify the application of the part numbers W520102-S442 and 4S4Z-3N324-AA "FWD Only". Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit all of the following conditions: Shudder condition, most noticeable at speeds below 60 mph (100 km/h) No relevant diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) pr
- Jul 15, 2026
- This bulletin supersedes 26-2194. Reason for update: update the Parts list to correct a part description " Loctite 638", update the claim quantity for the drain/fill plug, update the claim quantity of the wheel hub bolts (Corsair) and limited the parts list for Edge/Nautilus to only the rear drive unit fluid. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit all of the following
- Apr 26, 2026
- This bulletin supersedes 25-2627. Reason for update: To add a Step to reprogram the all-wheel drive (AWD) module for Bronco Sport vehicles. 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 relevant diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) present This may be due to internal rear driv
- Nov 12, 2025
- Some 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 and/or P0025. Pinpoint test HK in the Powertrain Control and Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) or in Section 303-14 of the Workshop Manual (WSM) has been updated to address this concern.
Every one filed under the heading is listed. Quote the document number at a service desk — it is a diagnosis the maker has already written down.
Other systems with a record on the Ford Edge
Source: the same filesEvery system, every model year: Ford Edge problems by year →
Common questions
Source: NHTSA complaint database, recalls and manufacturer communicationsWhich Ford Edge years have the most transmission and drivetrain complaints?
2019, 465; 2020, 187; 2017, 148. Raw counts, and an older year has had longer to collect them; by share of each year's own complaints the loudest is the 2019 (60%).
Is there a recall for the transmission and drivetrain on the Ford Edge?
Yes — 5 campaigns are filed under this heading across these model years: 22V413000 (2018), 21V011000 (2021), 20V550000 (2020), 18V390000 (2018). A recall is matched by VIN, and applies to specific years; check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
When do transmission and drivetrain problems show up on the Ford Edge?
Owners who gave an odometer reading reported it at a median of 72,000 miles across the model years; half of them between 55,000 and 91,000. That is when reports cluster, not the life of a part.
What does NHTSA's "Power Train" heading cover?
The transmission, transfer case, driveshafts, axles and differentials — NHTSA files them under one heading. Owners choose the heading when they file, so it says which area of the vehicle the complaint is about, not which part failed.