Ford · Edge · 2019
2019 Ford Edge
3
Recalls
686
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2019 Ford Edge has 3 recalls and 686 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: power train (326 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 29, 2026
Research Context
The 2019 Ford Edge page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is power train with 326 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to see whether the 2019 Ford Edge reports cluster around one repeated symptom or spread across multiple systems.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2019 Ford Edge currently shows 3 NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 686 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 5/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are power train (326), engine (76), unknown or other (43).
- Vehicle
- 2019 Ford Edge
- Recalls
- 3
- Complaints
- 686
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
15.5% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 25V442000June 27, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Remedy Status
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
NHTSA ID: 20V550000September 10, 2020
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Edge, Transit Connect and Lincoln MKX and 2020 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing or loose bolts.
Remedy Status
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the start/stop accumulator, free of charge. The recall began September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S49.
NHTSA ID: 19V766000October 25, 2019
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Edge vehicles. The driver-side seat belt pretensioner anchor may have been improperly crimped, possibly resulting in the seat belt webbing detaching from the anchor in the event of a crash.
Remedy Status
Ford has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the driver's side pretensioner assembly, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S37.
Owner Complaints
686 totalPOWER TRAIN
Apr 16, 2026
Basically these cars are known to have major transmission problems that cause transmission failure, and my car is now experiencing the symptoms leading to that failure. I've seen a lot of people complaining about it, and though I guess it is my turn to get in on the complaints. W...
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POWER TRAIN
Apr 11, 2026
The shifter won’t shift, and it places its self back in park on its own. My car shudders and bucks under speed of 30. No light were on until it happened and I had a certified mechanic look at it and confirm it had power train issues
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 9, 2026
Transmission failure. Way to common with these transmissions and touqure converters
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 1, 2026
Third brake light has failed and needs to be replaced.
POWER TRAIN
Mar 30, 2026
Our torque converter has gone out on our vehicle. It has been meticulously maintained with fluid changes and every service when needed at mileage intervals. It started showing symptoms at 63k miles which is unacceptable for a transmission to start dying already. Looking online lo...
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POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 25, 2026
My 2019 ford edge has a powertrain malfunction and it states to seek the dealership immediately! The suv is swaying badly and the auto start/stop components scares me whenever restarts and there is a burning smell- its nearly causing me to lose control once it restarts.. please ...
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ENGINE
Mar 23, 2026
When I had accelerated to pass a vehicle, the car acted as though it had been flooded with fuel, but then wasn’t getting enough fuel. It was shuttering/shaking and then eventually it completely shut down in the middle of traffic. I was in the left lane. The car would not start. ...
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ENGINE
Mar 20, 2026
I was driving and white smoke started coming out of my exhaust. The vehicle was idling erratically. I pulled over and took it to the side of the road. Ended up taking it to the dealership, they confirmed it needs a new engine because of coolant intrusion. This is a known issue to...
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POWER TRAIN
Mar 16, 2026
2019 Ford Edge shudders and fails to accelerate making it difficult and unsafe to merge with traffic, execute left turns, and drive safely. There are no warning lights. This appears to be a known problem with the torque converter but no recall has been issued.
POWER TRAIN
Mar 16, 2026
2019 FORD EDGE SEL POWERTRAIN FAILURE AT 69,120 MILES
Showing 10 recent complaints from 686 total
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2019 Ford Edge have?
The 2019 Ford Edge has 3 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2019 Ford Edge?
NHTSA has received 686 owner-reported complaints for the 2019 Ford Edge.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2019 Ford Edge?
The 2019 Ford Edge received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Edge?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2019 Ford Edge are power train (326 reports), engine (76 reports), unknown or other (43 reports).
Does the 2019 Ford Edge have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 3 recalls on record for the 2019 Ford Edge. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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