NHTSA vehicle safety data

2011 Ford Edge Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2011 Ford Edge has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1,803 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Ford dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2011 Ford Edge, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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2011 Ford Edge owner complaints

Owners have filed 1,803 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Ford Edge, describing incidents dated October 9, 2010 to September 25, 2026.

Most-cited components

Electrical System 687 complaints
Service Brakes 308 complaints
Structure 274 complaints
Unknown or Other 254 complaints
Engine 196 complaints
Exterior Lighting 187 complaints

Of the 1,803 complaints on file, 23 report a crash and 4 a fire; across all 1,803 complaints, owners report 8 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).

Newest complaints

ODI #11767795 · Filed September 29, 2026
The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 - 7 MPH, the vehicle failed to stop as needed. The brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. There was a squeaking sound coming from the…
ODI #11767529 · Filed September 28, 2026
Over the last four months, the right shoulder harness strap on our Baby Trend car seat has spontaneously disengaged from the rear metal splitter plate on five separate occasions: three times discovered prior to loading our toddler into the seat, and twice while the vehicle was actively in motion on…
ODI #11747018 · Filed June 28, 2026
Brake Booster All of a sudden my brake went to the floor and made a hissing sound, spongy response. Took it to Cowin Ford and they diagnosed and replaced the brake booster. It was really dangerous as response to brake was really slow. I almost hit a car in front of me. No warnings or symptoms prior.

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Owner-reported

2011 Ford Edge mileage at failure

1,419 of the 1,803 complaints on file for the 2011 Ford Edge give the vehicle's mileage when the problem happened.

Mileage at failure by component, from owners' complaints to NHTSA
Component	Median	Middle half	Based on
Electrical System	Median 55,000 miles	Middle half 40,000–80,000 miles	Based on 551 complaints
Service Brakes	Median 105,000 miles	Middle half 75,000–140,000 miles	Based on 218 complaints
Structure	Median 50,000 miles	Middle half 40,000–75,000 miles	Based on 220 complaints
Engine	Median 60,000 miles	Middle half 40,000–90,000 miles	Based on 175 complaints
Exterior Lighting	Median 55,000 miles	Middle half 40,000–80,000 miles	Based on 135 complaints

A component's median is its 50th percentile, and its middle half runs from its 25th to its 75th percentile.

Owners give the mileage themselves, often as a round number, and NHTSA doesn't check it. A complaint that names several components counts under each one, and mileages that can't be right, such as 999,999, or 50 miles on a five-year-old car, are left out.

These figures describe the complaints owners filed. They don't predict when a particular vehicle will have a problem, and vehicles that never had one aren't counted.

Most complaints NHTSA received since May 17, 2021 give no mileage. So that they aren't undercounted, each one received since then that gives a mileage also stands in for those that gave none, which can put a component's median above most of the mileages it is based on.

Mileage from NHTSA's complaints file of October 31, 2026. How these figures are worked out

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2011 Ford Edge in 1 investigation. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.

Preliminary Evaluation PE16-012: Door Ajar Warning Light Always On
Closed March 20, 2017

Open and recently closed NHTSA defect investigations

BODY CONTROL MODULE

NHTSA #11V128000 · Electrical System — Software · NHTSA notice

Reported February 24, 2011 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Potentially affected: 8,022 vehicles

Ford campaign 10S14 · Owners notified March 7, 2011 · Vehicles built October 25, 2010 – November 20, 2010 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 FORD F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, EDGE, AND LINCOLN MKX TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 25, 2010, THROUGH NOVEMBER 20, 2010. THESE VEHICLES WERE INSPECTED USING INTEGRATED DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (IDS) THAT HAD A CUSTOM SOFTWARE ROUTINE TO READ THE SUSPECT BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) SERIAL NUMBER. BASED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER THE BCM WAS EITHER NOT AFFECTED OR REPLACED. THE CUSTOM SOFTWARE ROUTINE WAS NOT READING THE CORRECT SET OF CHARACTERS, AND WAS NOT ABLE TO IDENTIFY A BCM THAT REQUIRED REPLACEMENT AFFECTED BCMS MAY HAVE THE POTENTIAL FOR AN INTERNAL SHORT.

Safety consequence

IF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT DEVELOPS, AN OVERHEATING CONDITION MAY OCCUR WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALER WILL INSPECT THE BODY CONTROL MODULE AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 7, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.

Notes

FORD SAFETY RECALL NO. 10S14.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .

BODY CONTROL MODULE

NHTSA #10V659000 · Structure — Body · NHTSA notice

Reported December 29, 2010 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Potentially affected: 14,737 vehicles

Ford campaign 10S14 · Owners notified January 11, 2011

Defect description

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, EDGE AND LINCOLN MKX VEHICLES. DURING A SIX-DAY PRODUCTION PERIOD, THE SUPPLIER OF THE BODY CONTROL MODULE MANUFACTURED MODULES THAT MAY HAVE THE POTENTIAL FOR AN INTERNAL SHORT.

Safety consequence

IF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT DEVELOPS, AN OVERHEATING CONDITION MAY OCCUR WHICH CAN RESULT IN AN UNATTENDED VEHICLE FIRE.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALER WILL REPLACE THE BODY CONTROL MODULE IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.

Notes

FORD'S RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 10S14.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .

DISABLED LIFTGATE LOCK/FMVSS 206

NHTSA #10V516000 · Latches/Locks/Linkages — Hatchback/Liftgate — Lock · NHTSA notice

Reported October 27, 2010 · FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Potentially affected: 71 vehicles

Ford campaign 10C14 · Owners notified November 1, 2010 · Vehicles built July 1, 2010 – October 8, 2010 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 EDGE AND LINCOLN MKX VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 1, 2010, THROUGH OCTOBER 8, 2010. THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH INCORRECTLY CONFIGURED ELECTRONIC MODULE SETTINGS THAT DISABLE THE LOCKING FUNCTION OF THE LIFTGATE. ACCORDINGLY, THE VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 206, "DOOR LOCKS AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS."

Safety consequence

THE LIFTGATE LOCK MAY BE DISABLED AND THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE ABLE TO LOCK THE LIFTGATE USING INTERIOR LOCK SWITCHES OR REMOTE KEY FOB BUTTONS.

Manufacturer remedy

FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL HAVE THE AFFECTED CONTROL MODULES UPDATED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 1, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.

Notes

FORD SAFETY RECALL NO. 10C14.OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .

2011 Ford Edge SUV FWD

out of 5

Overall Safety Rating

Frontal Crash

Driver: 3, Passenger: 3

Side Crash

Driver: 5, Passenger: 5

Side Pole

Rollover

16% rollover risk

Safety Technology

Electronic Stability Control Forward Collision Warning (Optional)

1 investigation

2011 Ford Edge SUV AWD

out of 5

Overall Safety Rating

Frontal Crash

Driver: 3, Passenger: 3

Side Crash

Driver: 5, Passenger: 5

Side Pole

Rollover

14% rollover risk

Safety Technology

Electronic Stability Control Forward Collision Warning (Optional)

1 investigation

1,803 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Ford Edge.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic; Electrical System

ODI #11767795

1 injury

Incident: September 25, 2026 · Filed: September 29, 2026

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 - 7 MPH, the vehicle failed to stop as needed. The brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. There was a squeaking sound coming from the vehicle. While making a left turn the vehicle shut off. The driver sustained a strain to the foot while depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle was towed to a residence. The contact called AAA Roadside Assistance. The contact stated that brakes service and an oil change were performed prior to the failure. The mechanic informed the contact that the failure was associated with the brake booster. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and it was confirmed that there was no recall associated with the failure. The manufacturer was contacted by phone, but no assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 63,000.

Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness

ODI #11767529

Incident: September 17, 2026 · Filed: September 28, 2026

Over the last four months, the right shoulder harness strap on our Baby Trend car seat has spontaneously disengaged from the rear metal splitter plate on five separate occasions: three times discovered prior to loading our toddler into the seat, and twice while the vehicle was actively in motion on the road (including once on the interstate). The entire car seat and all original components remain in our possession and are fully available for inspection upon request. When the shoulder harness strap slips off the splitter plate, the harness instantly loses all tension. On the two occasions while driving, the strap completely detached, leaving our toddler unrestrained. During the most recent incident on the interstate, our daughter leaned forward and the unattached harness strap fell completely through the back slot of the seat shell. Had a sudden braking event or collision occurred during these episodes, the harness would have failed entirely to restrain her, exposing her to critical risk of severe injury or ejection. The car seat has not yet been inspected by police, insurance representatives, or official authorities. We personally inspected the splitter plate and harness straps; no visible breakage, bending, or physical damage is present on the metal plate or webbing. The detachment occurs spontaneously during normal use due to a component failure/design flaw. We have reached out to Baby trends, informing them of the issue, and advise them of two found reviews so far where other customers have the same issue of the safety straps, disengaging spontaneously from the splitter plate.

Service Brakes

ODI #11747018

Incident: March 17, 2023 · Filed: June 28, 2026

Brake Booster All of a sudden my brake went to the floor and made a hissing sound, spongy response. Took it to Cowin Ford and they diagnosed and replaced the brake booster. It was really dangerous as response to brake was really slow. I almost hit a car in front of me. No warnings or symptoms prior.

Service Brakes

ODI #11747017

Incident: September 2, 2025 · Filed: June 28, 2026

Brake Booster Was exiting the freeway so already slowed but it was a curvy off-ramp, thankfully no one was close and the car was already slowed, but on hazards and coasted home at 5 mph. Huge safety concern Tow truck towed to HTS Automotive to determine the brake booster went out, which we already knew as the same thing happened in 2023! No warnings, no symptoms prior

Service Brakes

ODI #11747014

Incident: June 27, 2026 · Filed: June 28, 2026

Break Booster Break fell to the floor, slow to stop, spongy. I was able to put on my hazards and roll to safety stop. Huge risk if I was going faster or turning a curve. Dangerous to me and others to not being able to stop The problem hasn’t been taken to the shop yet as it was closed and I had the same problem in 2025 and 2023 which were confirmed and fixed with ford parts. I am suspecting it is the same issue. Even if replaced the car is likely not safe wi the this part failing 3 times in less than 4 years. No warnings or symptoms, just falls to the floor and spongy break reaction

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ODI #11746227

Incident: September 20, 2025 · Filed: June 24, 2026

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while reversing out of the garage and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to immediately stop. The brake pedal was spongy. The contact stated that later, while driving at an undisclosed speed and depressing the brake pedal to stop the vehicle, the braking distance was extended. The vehicle was slowly driven to the local mechanic, who diagnosed that the brake booster had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not contacted or notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.

Service Brakes

ODI #11734982

Incident: April 30, 2024 · Filed: April 30, 2026

The brake pedal sunk all the way to the floor before braking. This has happened multiple times and now there is a leak in the ABS which we are in need of a ABS pump. Was told by mechanic that this is an ongoing problem with the Ford Edges. And, the real problem is the mechanic cannot find a replacement pump for it. Multiple locations were contacted but nothing is available. My Edge is a 2011 and currently has 84,500 miles. It’s a dangerous situation when the pedal sinks to the floor before stopping. There are no ABS warnings that pop up on the dash. Need to know what Ford is doing about this.

Structure

ODI #11734578

Incident: April 29, 2026 · Filed: April 29, 2026

The throttle body issues again with the burning smell as well the whole car shut down like the other two times I reported on this website! Please note the team who fixed it last time was at Poway Ford and the main manager from auto maintenance was fired due to attempting to correct the issue on my 2011 Ford Edge!

Service Brakes

ODI #11734138

Incident: April 22, 2026 · Filed: April 27, 2026

The brake pedal does not feel right and the car continues to roll. My mechanic found that the brake pedal vacuum boosters commonly fail on this model. He repaired it and less than a year later it has failed again. I heard the air leak when pressing the pedal and the car does not stop, it continues to roll. I've had to park it because this is a safety issue. I do not want to risk my life or cause property damage. The car has less than 130,000 miles on it and no warning lights or messages come on the dash for this. This repair was over $600 but the manufacturer should fix this and make sure it's right and safe.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ODI #11732511

Incident: April 20, 2026 · Filed: April 20, 2026

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH and coming to a stop, the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond as intended. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure and provided an estimate for the repair. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with brake master cylinder failure. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired a second time. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.

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