The Lemon Index2018 Ford Edge.
The 2018 Ford Edge is better than average by owner complaints: 108 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 78, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 7 recalls, and it gets 19 to 24 mpg combined. The best Ford Edge year is 2010.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 841 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Ford Edge year. 2018 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 49K to 92K miles on the car (354 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- engine complaints mostly came at 54K–87K miles
- transmission & drivetrain complaints mostly came at 27K–88K miles
- electrical complaints mostly came at 7K–76K miles
Recalls 7
- back over prevention 2025
The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
- brakes 2025
The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid.
- transmission & drivetrain 2022
The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Show all 7 recalls
- brakes 2020
The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
- latches/locks/linkages 2018
These vehicles may have door striker bolts that are shorter than intended.
- electrical 2018
The power supply cables at the starter and the alternator may not have been properly secured, possibly resulting in an electrical arc.
- transmission & drivetrain 2018
On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Ford told dealers about
Ford sent dealers 143 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Some 2013-2018 Escape/Fusion/MKZ vehicles equipped with 2.5L or 1.5L/2.0L/3.0L Ecoboost…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenLoss of motive power2026
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Edge SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Ford Edge SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2700–3400 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
Car just died 4 months after purchase; there was no lights or anything. The battery had to be charged and the dealer stated that the vehicle had to be driven 30 - 45 minutes every time to keep it charged. This is normal?
2018 Ford Edge owner · NHTSA complaint 11139286
More owner reports
2018 Ford Edge with 25,000 miles, took it to the dealer with a check engine light and the service dept told me the engine is defective and will need to be replaced.
NHTSA complaint 11230766
I have a Ford Edge with 60k. It has been diagnosed with an internal coolant leak.siezed and stalled up on the highway because coolant has leaked into cylinders 2 and 3
NHTSA complaint 11361204
Quick answers
Is the 2018 Ford Edge reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.3× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 78; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Ford Edge year by this measure since 2010 is 2023.
What are the most common 2018 Ford Edge problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (22%), electrical (11%) and brakes (10%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2018 Ford Edge have?
7 safety recalls (latest: back over prevention). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Ford Edge get?
19 to 24 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2018 Ford Edge safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2018 Ford Edge problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 49,000 and 92,000 miles. The middle report was at 70,000 miles, from 354 complaints.
Does the 2018 Ford Edge have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2018 Ford Edge cost in fuel a year?
About $2700 to $3400 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2018 Ford Edge have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl.
What Ford Edge year is better than the 2018?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2010, 2021 and 2014.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works