What are the most common problems with the 2012 Ford Edge?

Owners name the electrical system most often, with 462 complaints. Brakes come next with 273 complaints.

Does the 2012 Ford Edge have recalls?

Yes. The by-year facts show 3 recalls for this model year. See the Recalls section on this page for the list.

Is the 2012 Ford Edge reliable?

The page has 1,134 owner complaints on file. Read the problem groups above and the by-year section to judge for yourself.

How is the gas mileage of the 2012 Ford Edge?

See the fuel economy section on this page for the official figures.

2012 Ford Edge Problems, Recalls and MPG

NHTSA has 1,134 owner complaints on file for the 2012 Ford Edge^[1]. The electrical system is the group named most often, with 462 complaints^[2].

1,134owner complaints^[1]

3recalls^[3]

19–24MPG combined (EPA)^[4]

4★NHTSA overall rating^[5]

Problems
Recalls
Fuel economy
Safety
Engine and size
By year
Verdict
FAQ

Most reported problems

Owners filed complaints across several parts of the car. Here are the biggest groups, in order.

Electrical System. 462 complaints^[2]. Owners describe a door warning light that stays on even when the door is shut. In the stories we read, this can keep the doors from locking and leave the cabin lights glowing. Some also describe a touchscreen that freezes or goes dark, and a drained battery.
Brakes. 273 complaints^[6]. Owners describe a brake pedal that suddenly needs much more force, or sinks, for example when backing out or stopping slowly. Some say the car rolled on a hill when they pressed the pedal. This group has 15 crashes and 6 injuries^[6].
Unknown Or Other. 177 complaints^[7]. These reports do not point to one clear part of the car.
Structure. 168 complaints^[8]. Owners describe the same door warning problem here, and one owner tells of a rear sunroof glass that shattered with a loud pop.
Exterior Lighting. 84 complaints^[9]. Owners describe interior and warning lights that stay on after the door is closed. Some say it makes it hard to see when backing up at night.
Engine. 64 complaints^[10].
Power Train. 47 complaints^[11].
Latches/Locks/Linkages. 39 complaints^[12].

Recalls

Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2012 Edge is necessarily included.

Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft (14V393), July 2014. About 83,250 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, reduced braking, the car rolling away. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[13]
Fuel System, Gasoline (14V002), January 2014. About 27,933 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[14]
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings (12V438), September 2012. About 5,499 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[15]

Fuel economy

EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.

Version	City / highway / combined MPG	Annual fuel cost
Edge FWD, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive^[4]	21 / 29 / 24	$2,800
Edge FWD, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive^[16]	19 / 27 / 22	$3,050
Edge FWD, 3.7L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive^[17]	19 / 26 / 21	$3,200
Edge AWD, 3.7L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, All-Wheel Drive^[18]	17 / 23 / 19	$3,550
Edge AWD, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, All-Wheel Drive^[19]	18 / 25 / 20	$3,350

Safety ratings

Version	Overall	Frontal	Side	Rollover	Rollover risk
SUV AWD^[5]	4	3	5	4	14.0%
SUV FWD^[20]	4	3	5	4	15.9%

Engine and size

Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.

Engine	Horsepower
2012 Ford Edge with 2.0L 4-cylinder^[21]	237 hp
2012 Ford Edge with 3.5L 6-cylinder^[22]	305 hp

These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.

Version	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight
EDGE 4DR SUV AWD SEL/LIMITED/SPORT^[23]	184 in	76 in	67 in	111 in	4,394 lb
EDGE 4DR SUV FWD SE/SEL/LIMITED^[24]	184 in	76 in	67 in	111 in	4,083 lb

How 2012 compares with other years

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Edge model year. The 2012 is highlighted^[3].

Show the numbers

Model year	Complaints	Recalls
2007	989	5
2008	1,120	6
2009	261	6
2010	673	6
2011	1,803	3
2012	1,134	3
2013	2,447	2
2014	383	3
2015	731	7
2016	926	7
2017	1,374	8
2018	846	7
2019	772	3
2020	325	4
2021	114	7
2022	133	5
2023	23	4
2024	44	2

NHTSA's counts for the Edge show 1,134 complaints and 3 recalls for 2012^[3]. Among the 18 model years listed, 14 have fewer complaints than 2012 and 3 have more^[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2023 (23) and the most are for 2013 (2,447)^[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.

Should you buy a used 2012 Edge?

The 2012 Ford Edge has 1,134 complaints on file^[1]. Electrical issues lead the list at 462 complaints^[2], and brakes follow at 273^[6]. Brakes also carry the most crashes of any group, at 15^[6]. These are unverified owner reports, and counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold. Before buying, ask the seller about the door warning light and how the brakes feel.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Ford Edge?: Owners name the electrical system most often, with 462 complaints^[2]. Brakes come next with 273 complaints^[6].
Does the 2012 Ford Edge have recalls?: Yes. The by-year facts show 3 recalls for this model year^[3]. See the Recalls section on this page for the list.
Is the 2012 Ford Edge reliable?: The page has 1,134 owner complaints on file^[1]. Read the problem groups above and the by-year section to judge for yourself.
How is the gas mileage of the 2012 Ford Edge?: See the fuel economy section on this page for the official figures.

Keep exploring

Other model years of the Ford Edge

2010 673 complaints, 6 recalls
2011 1,803 complaints, 3 recalls
2012 this page
2013 2,447 complaints, 2 recalls
2014 383 complaints, 3 recalls
2015 731 complaints, 7 recalls
2016 926 complaints, 7 recalls
2017 1,374 complaints, 8 recalls
2018 846 complaints, 7 recalls
2019 772 complaints, 3 recalls
2020 325 complaints, 4 recalls
2024 44 complaints, 2 recalls

Compare all model years of the Ford Edge

Other Ford models from 2012

2012 Ford Escape 619 complaints, 1 recall
2012 Ford Fiesta 617 complaints, 3 recalls
2012 Ford Focus 3,803 complaints, 10 recalls
2012 Ford Fusion 2,617 complaints, 5 recalls
2012 Ford Mustang 469 complaints, 6 recalls
2012 Ford Transit Connect 26 complaints, 1 recall

All Ford models

Similar cars from 2012: suvs

2012 Acura MDX 76 complaints, 1 recall
2012 BMW X6 32 complaints, 10 recalls
2012 Buick Enclave 132 complaints, 6 recalls
2012 Cadillac SRX 417 complaints, 3 recalls
2012 Chevrolet Equinox 685 complaints, 3 recalls
2012 Chevrolet Traverse 354 complaints, 5 recalls

All suvs we cover

Facts and sources

NHTSA has 1,134 owner complaints on file for the 2012 Ford Edge (26 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 17 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
462 complaints name the electrical system component group (1 crashes, 2 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 48,000). NHTSA vehicle records
Owner complaints and recalls for every Ford Edge model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Edge FWD, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 21 city / 29 highway / 24 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,800. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: overall 4 stars, frontal 3 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 14.0%. NHTSA vehicle records
273 complaints name the brakes component group (15 crashes, 0 fires, 6 injuries, median mileage at failure 70,895). NHTSA vehicle records
177 complaints name the unknown or other component group (3 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 53,250). NHTSA vehicle records
168 complaints name the structure component group (3 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 45,000). NHTSA vehicle records
84 complaints name the exterior lighting component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 50,750). NHTSA vehicle records
64 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 2 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 59,459). NHTSA vehicle records
47 complaints name the power train component group (3 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 48,797). NHTSA vehicle records
39 complaints name the latches/locks/linkages component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 46,118). NHTSA vehicle records
Recall 14V393, filed July 2, 2014: Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft. NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V002, filed January 6, 2014: Fuel System, Gasoline. NHTSA recall database
Recall 12V438, filed September 7, 2012: Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings. NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Edge FWD, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 19 city / 27 highway / 22 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,050. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Edge FWD, 3.7L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 19 city / 26 highway / 21 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,200. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Edge AWD, 3.7L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 23 highway / 19 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Edge AWD, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6), Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 18 city / 25 highway / 20 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: overall 4 stars, frontal 3 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 15.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
EPA Test Car List, 2012 Ford Edge with 2.0L 4-cylinder: rated 237 hp. www.epa.gov
EPA Test Car List, 2012 Ford Edge with 3.5L 6-cylinder: rated 305 hp. www.epa.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, EDGE 4DR SUV AWD SEL/LIMITED/SPORT: length 184 in, width 76 in, height 67 in, wheelbase 111 in, curb weight 4,394 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, EDGE 4DR SUV FWD SE/SEL/LIMITED: length 184 in, width 76 in, height 67 in, wheelbase 111 in, curb weight 4,083 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.

2012 Ford Edge: problems, recalls and fuel economy