NHTSA has received 129 owner complaints about the 2022 Ford Edge, or 27.6 per year on the road — fewer complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 0.66, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 92 model-year 2022 vehicles we track, it ranks #51 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Ford models its rate is 49% lower; against other Midsize SUVs it is 48% lower.
Counts are normalized by time on the road, not by sales volume: a popular model generates more reports than a rare one, and complaints are not verified individually. How we count
Complaints filed between 2022-05-05 and 2026-09-02. Median delay from incident to filing: 21 days.
129Complaints
27.6Complaints per year on the road
0.66Complaint index vs. all tracked vehicles
5Recalls
7.0%Share involving a crash or fire
63Last 12 months
Analysis
The previous model year (2021) drew 18.9 complaints per year, fewer than this one. The following model year (2023) drew 6.0 per year, fewer than this one. In its first two years on the road the 2022 model collected 24 complaints, 68% lower than the average vehicle of the same model year.
The most common problem area is Transmission / powertrain (31.0% of complaints), followed by Electrical (24.8%) and Interior & equipment (12.4%). Transmission / powertrain complaints are 2.7 times as common here as across all tracked vehicles. Within Transmission / powertrain reports, owners most often mention “torque converter”, “transmission”, “jerking”, “shuddering” and “rebuild”. 9 reports (7.0%) describe a crash or fire; owners mention 15 injuries and 0 deaths.
Half of the reported incidents happened within 41 months of the model year's start; the busiest period was years three to five (67% of incidents). In the last 12 months 63 new complaints were filed, versus 36 in the 12 months before — the pace is rising.
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for this model year. 34% of the complaints fall in component areas that a recall addresses. 1 NHTSA defect investigation covers this model year; the most recent is “Loss of Motive Power” (opened 2023-09-29, closed 2024-10-31).
Complaint index
vs. all tracked vehicles0.66
vs. other Ford models0.51
vs. other 2022 models0.71
vs. other Midsize SUVs0.52
Complaints in first 2 years on the road · vs. same-year average (24)0.32
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while in Reverse(R), the rearview camera mainly displayed an image of the license plate located in the rear of the vehicle.
Electrical · 2026-03-16 · ODI 11724583 · Crash
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while entering an onramp at 40 MPH, the vehicle in front of her vehicle came to an abrupt stop, and the contact crashed into the vehicle.
Shuddering and jerking from 20-40 mph. Dealer reports torque converter and planetary gear problems requiring expensive repairs or replacement of the transmission.
Transmission / powertrain · 2026-09-02 · ODI 11761647
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed, however the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The vehicle jerked, and the transmission independently shifted into park(P).
Transmission / powertrain · 2026-08-28 · ODI 11760409
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Edge. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle, she was notified of an unknown recall requiring a software update. The software update was completed.
Electrical · 2026-08-12 · ODI 11756460
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE Campaign 26V124000 · 2026-03-03
Summary: 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.
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The APIM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S09. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE Campaign 25V315000 · 2025-05-09
Summary: 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 vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE Campaign 25V160000 · 2025-03-14
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Edge vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-151. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S28.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL Campaign 24V635000 · 2024-08-23
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION Campaign 22V151000 · 2022-03-11 · Over-the-air fix
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Edge vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank or distorted image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The rearview camera software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S14.
EA23002 · ENGINE · Opened 2023-09-29 · Closed 2024-10-31 · Campaign 24V635 · Model years: 2021, 2022
On July 22, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) granted a Defect Petition (DP22001) and opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE22007) to investigate allegations of loss of motive power in model year (MY) 2021 Ford Bronco vehicles equipped with 2.7L EcoBoost engines. Complainants were reporting sudden engine failure while driving resulting in a loss of motive power, often without the abilit…
Frequently asked questions
How many complaints were filed for the 2022 Ford Edge?
129 complaints were filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Ford Edge, or about 27.6 per year on the road.
What is the most common problem reported for the 2022 Ford Edge?
The most common category is Transmission / powertrain, accounting for 31.0% of complaints.
Does the 2022 Ford Edge have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 safety recall(s) for this model year. 1 NHTSA defect investigation covers this model year; the most recent is “Loss of Motive Power” (opened 2023-09-29, closed 2024-10-31).
Is the 2022 Ford Edge still generating complaints?
In the last 12 months 63 new complaints were filed, versus 36 in the 12 months before — the pace is rising.
How does the 2022 Ford Edge compare with similar vehicles?
NHTSA has received 129 owner complaints about the 2022 Ford Edge, or 27.6 per year on the road — fewer complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 0.66, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 92 model-year 2022 vehicles we track, it ranks #51 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Ford models its rate is 49% lower; against other Midsize SUVs it is 48% lower.