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2012 Ford Edge
The problems owners report. The recalls to check. The evidence behind each.
Your vehicle at a glance
Complaint patterns and official recall records, kept distinct.
- Owner complaints
- 1,134
- Received Dec 2011 to Sep 2026
Owner reports
Most reported problems
- 1Door ajar light stays on when closed516 complaints · 46% of this vehicle’s complaints
- 2Rear door latch fails to open or close101 complaints · 8.9% of this vehicle’s complaints
- 3Brake booster fails, leaving stiff pedal86 complaints · 7.6% of this vehicle’s complaints
Official NHTSA records
Recalls to check
- Recall #14V393000Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.
- Recall #14V002000Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Edge vehicles manufactured from September 2, 2010, through April 25, 2013, and equipped with 2.0L engines. The fuel line pulse damper metal housing may crack as a result of an improper manufacturing process. A cracked fuel line pulse damper housing may result in a combination of fuel odor, weepage, or a continuous leak while the fuel system is pressurized.
BrakeNews signals
Flagged complaint patterns
Unusual complaint patterns with no matched recall yet. A flag does not mean a recall will happen.
- Brake booster fails, leaving stiff pedalFirst signal: May 2013
- Rearview backup camera fails or goes blackFirst signal: Dec 2019
- Anti-lock brakes fail or lock upFirst signal: Oct 2020
Complaint counts reflect reports submitted to NHTSA, not failure rates or a reliability ranking. Reported in these complaints: 26 crashes, 5 fires, 17 people injured, 0 deaths.
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Body, doors & glass
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Complaint history
When NHTSA received these reports. Changes in reporting alone do not establish a change in failure rates.
Show as a table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 140 |
| 2015 | 217 |
| 2016 | 277 |
| 2017 | 114 |
| 2018 | 78 |
| 2019 | 75 |
| 2020 | 39 |
| 2021 | 35 |
| 2022 | 43 |
| 2023 | 23 |
| 2024 | 18 |
| 2025 | 20 |
| 2026 (to Oct 2026) | 13 |
| Total | 1,134 |
Problems owners report
Listed groups have at least 3 complaints. The page includes the 20 largest groups plus any additional flagged groups; some complaints are not assigned to a group.
| Problem | Complaints | Share | Share ratio | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Door ajar light stays on when closed | 516 | 46% | – | |
| Rear door latch fails to open or close | 101 | 8.9% | – | |
| Brake booster fails, leaving stiff pedal | 86 | 7.6% | 14.5× | BrakeNews flag · First signal: May 2013 Model estimate of a matched recall within 24 months: 0.6% |
| Brake pedal sinks due to leaking lines | 63 | 5.6% | – | |
| Unintended acceleration despite braking | 46 | 4.1% | – | |
| Electronic throttle body fails and cuts power | 19 | 1.7% | – | |
| Rearview backup camera fails or goes black | 18 | 1.6% | 8.1× | BrakeNews flag · First signal: Dec 2019 Model estimate of a matched recall within 24 months: 1.4% |
| Brakes fail intermittently or repeatedly | 18 | 1.6% | – | |
| Anti-lock brakes fail or lock up | 17 | 1.5% | 15.7× | BrakeNews flag · First signal: Oct 2020 Model estimate of a matched recall within 24 months: 0.8% |
| Fuel tank or line leaks gasoline | 15 | 1.3% | – | NHTSA recall #12V438000, #14V002000 |
| Ford Focus transmission clutch slips and hesitates | 14 | 1.2% | – | |
| Engine suddenly shuts off while driving | 12 | 1.1% | – | |
| Brakes make grinding or squealing noise | 12 | 1.1% | – | |
| Vehicle suddenly loses engine power at speed | 12 | 1.1% | – | |
| Glass shatters or cracks without impact | 11 | 1.0% | – | |
| Airbags fail to deploy in crashes | 10 | 0.9% | – | |
| Gear shifter fails to register Park | 9 | 0.8% | – | |
| Power steering cuts out while driving | 8 | 0.7% | – | |
| Brake master cylinder leaks fluid and fails | 8 | 0.7% | – | |
| Check engine light comes on repeatedly | 7 | 0.6% | – |
AI groups complaints by meaning; the groups are approximate. Share ratio compares the problem’s share of this vehicle’s complaints with its share on other vehicles over the last 24 months (shown from 3 recent complaints). A 2× ratio means twice the complaint share, not twice the failure risk. Flags mark unusual shares or recent surges after an AI review of the complaint content. “First signal” does not mean the pattern has persisted continuously.How recall estimates are calculated.
Recalls
NHTSA recall #14V393000July 2, 201483,250 vehicles affected
power train: axle assembly: axle shaft
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.
If the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park', increasing the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained. If it is not, dealers will replace the linkshaft and also replace the halfshaft if it shows evidence of spline damage, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S10.
NHTSA recall #14V002000January 6, 201427,933 vehicles affected
fuel system, gasoline
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Edge vehicles manufactured from September 2, 2010, through April 25, 2013, and equipped with 2.0L engines. The fuel line pulse damper metal housing may crack as a result of an improper manufacturing process. A cracked fuel line pulse damper housing may result in a combination of fuel odor, weepage, or a continuous leak while the fuel system is pressurized.
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line with one that does not have a damper, free of charge. The safety recall began on February 25, 2014. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 13S13. IMPORTANT: This recall supersedes recall 12V-438. All vehicles that have been remedied under the previous recall need to have the current remedy applied.
NHTSA recall #12V438000September 7, 20125,499 vehicles affected
fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford is recalling certain 2012 Edge vehicles manufactured from September 2, 2010, through October 31, 2011, equipped with 2.0L engines. The fuel line pulse damper metal housing may crack as a result of an improper manufacturing process. A cracked fuel line pulse damper housing may result in a combination of fuel odor, weepage, or a continuous leak while the fuel system is pressurized.
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on September 27, 2012. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332.
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About this data
NHTSA complaints and recalls through October 2026. Complaints are counted once each, however many components they name. Original complaints are on NHTSA's page for the 2012 Ford Edge.
Problem groups are formed by AI and may be approximate. BrakeNews flags unusual complaint patterns; they are not official defect findings. Investigation reports are written and checked by AI, with no human review. Owner reports do not establish that a defect exists.
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