Coolant leaking into the engine
The 2017 Edge has about 970 complaints per 100,000 sold. Most are engine failures from coolant intrusion on the 2.0L EcoBoost.
Updated November 2026 · based on 1,385 owner complaints and 8 recalls
971 1.5x the Edge average
8 free to fix at a dealer
Every Edge year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Known problems on the 2017 Edge
Top problems and what they cost
Coolant intrusion
Coolant leaks into the cylinders, causing misfires and engine failure.
Fix: Engine $6,000 to $10,000
Engine
Brake master cylinder recall
Recall 25V544 covers the hydraulic brakes; parts were delayed.
Fix: Free under recall
Brakes
Recalls
If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, in...
If the vehicle has reduced lateral structural integrity, the occupants are at an increased risk of injury in the event of a side-impact crash.
During deployment, if the air bag does not fully inflate or the cushion detaches, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
If the torque converter weld studs fail, the torque converter will not be connected to the engine flexplate and the vehicle will lose the ability to move, in...
A ruptured front brake hose will cause a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction.
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A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2017 Ford Edge
- Check the coolant level when cold and look for white smoke.Coolant keeps the engine from overheating. A dropping level, drips, white smoke or residue can mean leaks or a failing head gasket, which can ruin the engine.Owners filed 554 complaints about coolant loss and engine overheating on the 2017 Edge, one of the worst years for it.
- Confirm recall 25V544 shows as repaired.A recall is a safety fix the carmaker must do for free, even for later owners. Typing the 17-character VIN (on the dashboard and driver door) into nhtsa.gov/recalls shows any that were never done. Codes like 18V332 are recall numbers.The 2017 Edge has 8 recalls on record, listed below.
- Avoid 2.0L cars with coolant loss or misfire history.Coolant keeps the engine from overheating. A dropping level, drips, white smoke or residue can mean leaks or a failing head gasket, which can ruin the engine.Owners filed 554 complaints about coolant loss and engine overheating on the 2017 Edge, one of the worst years for it.
Questions
Is the 2017 Ford Edge reliable?
Coolant leaking into the engine. The 2017 Edge has about 970 complaints per 100,000 sold. Most are engine failures from coolant intrusion on the 2.0L EcoBoost.
How many recalls does the 2017 Ford Edge have?
8 recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2017 Ford Edge problems?
Coolant intrusion; Brake master cylinder recall.
Crash rating shown for the 2017 Ford Edge SUV AWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.