With 3 recalls and 91 complaints, the 2021 Ford Edge rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

21V3770002021-24-05

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Edge vehicles. The driver's seat belt retractor pretensioner assembly may not function correctly when activated during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

A seatbelt assembly that does not function as intended can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

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22V1510002022-11-03

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

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.

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.

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25V1600002025-14-03

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

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.

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.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2021 Ford Edge's biggest weak point? POWER TRAIN. It leads 91 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Power Train19

02Back Over Prevention16

03Unknown Or Other7

04Electrical System6

05Visibility4

91 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Edge Fuel Economy

21–24mpg combined

19-21city

25-29hwy

$1,800-$2,100/yr

Fuel economy for the 2021 Ford Edge ranges from 21 to 24 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim

Edge FWD - Automatic 8-spd

24mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

21 city29 hwy~$1,800/yr5/10 Average

Edge AWD - Automatic (S8)

23mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

20 city28 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

Edge AWD - Automatic 8-spd

23mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

21 city28 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

Edge AWD - Automatic (S8)

21mpg

2.7L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

19 city25 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2021 Ford Edge

37States

25%in top 3

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Michigan (13%), but the remaining listings are spread across 36 other states nationwide.

MIMichigan

81813%

TXTexas

4036%

FLFlorida

3506%

MOMissouri

3365%

PAPennsylvania

3305%

ILIllinois

3145%

OHOhio

2985%

MNMinnesota

2664%

DEDelaware

2214%

CACalifornia

2143%

NCNorth Carolina

1673%

WIWisconsin

1633%

NYNew York

1502%

INIndiana

1472%

GAGeorgia

1342%

DCWashington DC

1342%

MDMaryland

1162%

TNTennessee

1082%

AZArizona

1072%

NJ104

CO100

KY94

NH89

WA84

OK82

NE71

MA69

IA65

UT60

OR58

RI55

KS54

SD51

AL50

NV45

ND41

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2021.

2021 Ford Edge Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2021 Ford Edge a good car to buy?

The 2021 Ford Edge has 3 recalls on record. There are 3 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is power train, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2021 Ford Edge?

NHTSA shows 3 recall campaigns for the 2021 Ford Edge. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2021 Ford Edge?

Depending on configuration, the 2021 Ford Edge delivers 21–24 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2021 Ford Edge?

POWER TRAIN is the number-one complaint area for the 2021 Ford Edge, based on 91 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.