Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
The most-reported problem — Power Train (56.7% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
Power Train complaints here are 6.7× the median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.
2 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 4 rest on owner reports alone.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 413 · 56.7% | Recalled | Recall 20V550000 |
| Engine | 148 · 20.3% | No official action | — |
| Electrical System | 31 · 4.3% | No official action | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 31 · 4.3% | No official action | — |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 29 · 4% | No official action | — |
| Seat Belts | 19 · 2.6% | Recalled | Recall 19V766000 |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 729 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
NHTSA campaign 20V550000 · 2020 · reported 09/10/2020
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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 19V766000 · 2019 · reported 10/25/2019
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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
NHTSA campaign 25V442000 · 2025 · reported 06/27/2025
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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
“My 2019 Ford Edge feels like the automatic transmission is slipping upon acceleration from a stop. This happens thru 1st/2nd gear. Sometimes there is a…”NHTSA complaint 11522700 — filed 05/18/2023 · POWER TRAIN
“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? FaultyTorque Converter, which should not be going out on a…”NHTSA complaint 11520119 — filed 05/02/2023 · POWER TRAIN
“The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle started to lunge forward. The contact stated that…”NHTSA complaint 11520114 — filed 05/02/2023 · POWER TRAIN
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Power train issues are the most-reported category, cited in 413 of 729 NHTSA complaints (56.7%), followed by engine (148), unspecified/other issues (74), electrical system (31). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
729 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 7 involved a crash, 1 involved a fire, and 4 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 20V550000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
2 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
