2016 Ford Edge Problems
What owners have reported about the 2016 Ford Edge, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2016 Ford Edge a good year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 923 complaints with NHTSA, the 6th most of 16 Edge model years. The most reported problems involve the engine, brakes and steering.
923 complaints 7 recalls 6th worst of 16 Edge years
Top 2016 Ford Edge problems
Engine problems
407 complaints (44%) name the engine, most often the exhaust system and engine.
Brake problems
157 complaints (17%) name the brakes, most often the hoses, lines / piping, and fittings and antilock.
Steering problems
102 complaints (11%) name the steering, most often the column.
Transmission problems
88 complaints (10%) name the transmission, most often the transfer case (4-WHEEL DRIVE) and torque converter.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (486 of 923). The amber line is the middle value, about 61,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2016 Ford Edge recalls
Camera
The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse. A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270.
Recall 25V572000 · Sep 2025Hoses, lines / piping, and fittings
The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid. A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses and adjust brake jounce hoses with no damage present, free of charge.
Recall 25V544000 · Aug 2025Shift linkage / cable / rod, Gear position indication (PRNDL)
The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach. A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022.
Recall 22V413000 · Jun 2022Hoses, lines / piping, and fittings
The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely. A ruptured front brake hose will cause a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hoses with the new hoses that have a revised braid material, free of charge.
Recall 20V469000 · Aug 2020Electric power assist system
Road salt or other contaminants may corrode the electric power steering gear motor attachment bolts. If the bolts corrode, the steering gear motor may detach from the gear housing resulting in a loss of power steering assist, requiring a greater steering effort, especially at lower speeds, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear motor bolts and apply a wax sealer. If any of the steering gear motor attachment bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be installed in the vehicle.
Recall 19V632000 · Aug 2019Inflator module
In the event of a crash, the driver's frontal air bag may not fully inflate or the air bag cushion may detach from the air bag module. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." During deployment, if the air bag does not fully inflate or the cushion detaches, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag module, free of charge.
Recall 17V123000 · Feb 2017Antilock / traction control / electronic limited slip
During dealer servicing, the affected vehicles may be have been updated with incorrect Antilock Brake System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) software. This software can cause the ESC system to lose engine torque control, and not provide any warning lamps to warn the driver if there was an ABS or ESC system malfunction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems" and number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems." If the operator is not warned of an ABS or ESC malfunction and the ESC loses engine torque control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module, and update the service software, free of charge. The recall begin November 22, 2016.
Recall 16V733000 · Oct 2016Get an email when your 2016 Ford Edge gets a new recall
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Edge years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
2016 Ford Edge problems by system
Common questions
Is the 2016 Ford Edge a reliable year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 923 complaints with NHTSA, the 6th most of 16 Edge model years. The most reported problems involve the engine, brakes and steering.
What are the most common 2016 Ford Edge problems?
Owners most often report problems with the engine, brakes, steering and transmission. 407 complaints (44%) name the engine, most often the exhaust system and engine.
At what mileage do 2016 Ford Edge engine problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 60,000–100,000 miles, with a middle value near 77,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2016 Ford Edge have?
7. Camera (25V572000); Hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (25V544000); Shift linkage / cable / rod, Gear position indication (PRNDL) (22V413000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2016 Ford Edge?
Ask for service records covering the engine, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2024, 2021 and 2022 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.