2022 Ford Edge: What to check before buying
Owners have filed 113 complaints with NHTSA about this car, most about the transmission, backup camera, and electrical. The 9 checks below target those problems, in the order you would do them at the car.
2022- Owner complaints
- 113
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes reported
- 9
- 15 injuries
Your inspection sheet
Tick items off on your phone at the car, or print it. Ticks stay on this device.
0/9 checked
2022 Ford Edge: inspection sheet
Paperwork and questions
Before you go, or before you touch the car0/3
Walk-around and cabin
Engine off, key in hand0/2
Cold start, engine bay, and underside
Ask the seller not to warm the car up first0/1
Test drive
At least 20 minutes, with some highway0/3
These checks are specific to this model year. For tires, body panels, fluids, and the other basics every used car needs, use the general inspection guide.
Which Edge is it?
EPA figures for each version of the 2022 Ford Edge. Use them to confirm you are looking at the version that was advertised, and as a yardstick on the test drive.
| Version | Drive | EPA rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | AWD | 23 mpg |
| 2.7L 6-cyl | AWD | 21 mpg |
- The 2022 Ford Edge was sold in two versions. Confirm which one this is from the window sticker, the engine cover, or the VIN report before you compare prices.
- Reset the trip computer at the start of the drive. A Edge that averages well under the EPA 21 mpg combined on a mixed route may have an engine or tire problem.
Check the odometer against these mileages
Owners report these failures starting around the mileages below. A car inside one of these ranges deserves a closer look at that part, or records showing it was already fixed.
Transmission and torque converter failure
60,000–100,000 miles
Why these checks: what owners reported
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Ford Edge, grouped by the part owners named. Open a row to read what goes wrong.
Transmission331 crash
The transmission fails, and that is the main problem in these reports. Symptoms include shuddering, jerking at low speed, a hard bang on the shift from first to second, slipping gears, and reverse that engages late or with a jolt. Some cars smell of burning or drop into limp mode in traffic. Dealers often find a failing torque converter, sometimes shedding metal into the transmission, and recommend replacing the whole unit. Most failures come between 60,000 and 100,000 miles. Owners report replacement quotes near $10,000, and reprogramming does not always fix the harsh shifting.
Backup camera191 crash
When the car is shifted into reverse, the rearview camera image goes black, white, dim, distorted, frozen or delayed, sometimes with a "Contact Dealer" message. Many of these reports are about recall frustration rather than new failures. Owners say repair parts are unavailable, dealers tell them their VIN is not covered, or a software update did not stop the problem. Some cars still need a new camera unit. A few reports describe backing into a parked car or an object after the image failed.
Electrical12No crashes
The engine stalls while driving or will not start, with no warning, and dealers often cannot find the cause. Some of these cars have low mileage. The power liftgate drops or closes on people, and owners report a back injury and a cut to the face. Wireless chargers overheat phones. The Sync 4 screen freezes and reboots, which disables its functions for minutes at a time. Other reports include a seat heater that caused burns, frequent battery saver warnings, and a burning chemical smell in the cabin.
Airbags54 crashes
Front bags stay stowed in serious crashes, and most reports in this category involve both a crash and an injury. Owners describe the driver and passenger front bags failing to deploy in a T-bone collision, and no deployment at all in a crash at about 40 mph. In another crash, every bag deployed except the one in the steering wheel. One report adds that the SOS system did not work. Separately, an airbag system warning tells the driver to stop driving, and the dealer cannot find the cause.
Automatic emergency braking41 crash
The collision warning goes off on empty roads, and in some cases the system brakes the car for no reason. Other owners report the reverse problem: no warning before a rear-end crash. Blocked-sensor messages appear even after the sensors are cleaned, and they shut off adaptive cruise control and emergency braking. In one case the dealer traced a sensor failure to a front bumper bracket that had come loose.
Engine4No crashes
Sudden power loss or shutdown while driving is the common thread, sometimes in the middle of traffic. One report describes antifreeze getting into the combustion chamber at highway speed, and the owner was told the car needed a new engine. In another car, low-speed stuttering sent the dealer to the transmission instead. A knocking sound in reverse appeared at 900 miles, and the dealer found nothing wrong. Only a handful of reports exist, so no mileage pattern is visible.
Wipers and visibility4No crashes
The sunroof shatters with a loud pop while the car is moving, at both city and highway speeds, with no debris or sign of impact. Drivers notice the damage after opening the sunshade, which is often still intact. Repairs mean replacing the sunroof glass, and one owner says the manufacturer provided no help. One separate report describes wind noise from a rear passenger window.
Acceleration and cruise control3No crashes
Warning lights report that ABS, traction control, cruise control and collision mitigation are all inoperable. In one nearly new car the cause was a bad ABS module, and the replacement part was backordered. Other reports describe surging, bouncing RPMs and hesitation at 20 to 40 mph, which makes merging difficult. One driver says the car lunged forward while braking for a red light and then stalled.
In owners' own words
Excerpts from complaints Edge owners filed with NHTSA, as written. Listen for the same symptoms on your test drive.
Torque converter coming apart inside housing. Metal making its way into the transmission at about 87,000 miles. Dealership inspection was concluded and transmission replacement was recommended. No lights or messages due to problem. This issue results in shuddering and poor shifting along with potential transmission failure while driving, making it extremely unsafe.
Filed with NHTSA, December 2025
Transmission. Everyone that owns a 2022 ford edge sel have had to either buy a new transmission or rebuild… out of my 4 vehicles with over 100k miles I have never had transmission issue and now I buy this car and it has transmission issues I’m over it. Ford need to recall their transmission
Filed with NHTSA, July 2025
The backup camera isn't working properly; it's very dim and glitchy. This was a known and recalled issue for 2021 - 2022 Ford Edges, but because of my VIN number, they won't fix it without charging me. If I'm having the same issue as the other recalled ones, why won't you service mine?
Filed with NHTSA, November 2024
-Yes it's available to inspect. -Drivers seat heater overheated and caused 2nd degree burns on 10-20% of my body. No warning lights or alerts. - yes it's been reproduced by mechanic. - no it has not been inspected. - no warning lamps. No error codes. No messages. No other warning.
Filed with NHTSA, January 2026
The wireless pad charger overheats your phone and is a know problem and I dont understand why there isn't a fix yet there are thousands of complaints online about this issue
Filed with NHTSA, April 2026
How the 2022 compares with other Edge years
Complaints for this year next to the average for the other model years, area by area.
The 2022 ranks fourth for owner complaints among 7 Edge years, well under the average of the others. Newer years have had less time to collect complaints, so compare like with like.
- Transmission33108
- Backup camera197
- Electrical1215
- Airbags53
- Automatic emergency braking40
- Engine499
Where the 2022 fits in the Edge's history
Redesigns and mid-cycle updates change what can go wrong.
The 2022 is the eighth model year of the Edge's second generation (2015–2024).
It includes the 2019 update.
What changed for 2019
- Revised front grille
- New aluminum-alloy wheel options
- Enhanced exterior and interior color combinations
- New 12-speaker B&O Play surround-sound system
- Improved EPA fuel economy
Recalls to confirm (5)
Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer, but the seller may never have had them done. Check each campaign number against the VIN.
26V124000Backup cameraMar 2026
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.
Fix: 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.
25V315000Backup cameraMay 2025
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.
Fix: 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.
25V160000Backup cameraMar 2025
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.
Fix: 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.
24V635000EngineAug 2024
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.
Fix: 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.
22V151000Backup cameraMar 2022
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.
Fix: 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.
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