2018 Ford Edge Electrical Problems

*Initial engine startup rough idling and also after filling gas tank up, periodic stalling, Check Engine light come on, P302 Code misfire of cylinder #2, Disappearing coolant with no observable leaks, white smoke upon startups. I am bringing the car in tomorrow to Ford for an engine inspection/analysis. *The engine stalled on the Hwy. The vehicle will be inspected tomorrow to confirm long block flawed design. *rough idling and check engine light has progressively become more frequent over a prior of the last 2 years. Reported to service advisor on multiple occasions without resolution.

NHTSA ID

11749391

Incident

Aug 1, 2023

The check engine light came on while the vehicle was being driven during a vacation. This happened after the vehicle had a maintenance-required tune-up performed by the dealership on May 19, 2026. The vehicle was not having performance issues at the time, but I did not want to drive home with the check engine light on. The very next business day, I took the vehicle to the dealership for inspection. The dealership advised me that the vehicle had coolant intrusion involving cylinder 4 and that the engine would need to be replaced. Because this was a serious diagnosis, I then took the vehicle to another reputable automotive repair shop for a second opinion. That shop also advised that the engine needed to be replaced due to the coolant intrusion issue. This creates a safety concern because coolant intrusion can lead to misfires, engine damage, overheating, loss of power, stalling, or engine failure while the vehicle is being driven. I was more than 250 miles from home and had to avoid driving the vehicle because of the risk of further engine damage or possible failure on the road. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The issue was inspected by the dealership and by an independent automotive repair shop. No crash, fire, injury, or death occurred. The check engine light came on while driving during a vacation. No other warning message is known at this time.

NHTSA ID

11746480

Incident

May 31, 2026

The part behind the dashboard touchscreen for the radio went bad, they call it the APIM (Accessory Protocol Interface Module). It allows us to see the screen when in reverse among other things. They are incredibly common to go bad on certain model years of ford vehicles. Very expensive to fix as the module is programmed per VIN. The screen does not work, just stays black the entire time.

NHTSA ID

11743474

Incident

Jun 3, 2024

My Ford Edge will lock us out while it is running with the key fob in the car, in the center console. It will lock you out if you are standing outside the car after you unlock the doors, with the keys in your hand. It will continue to lock itself back after you unlock it, before you even get a door open. It has done this numerous times. I have called and complained about it but received no help. I even made a complaint through Ford and the dealership where we are buying the Edge from. They were no help at all, not even with an extra key fob. We have an autistic child, and what is going to happen when I step out of the car to get him out and my doors lock with him in the car? We need answers and help with this problem! We can't afford to take our Edge and pay a lot of money for an issue that should not be happening at all. I have a case # that was given to me where I called GM cxh-06543205-h8k1j9

NHTSA ID

11722772

Incident

Dec 26, 2025

Rear view camera defective cannot see we're going into reverse

NHTSA ID

11718706

Incident

Sep 8, 2025

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the infotainment system screen displayed both the forward and rearview images simultaneously. In addition, the contact stated that the buttons on the infotainment system were lagging and were sometimes inoperable while pressed. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, where the contact was informed that the failure was related to an unrepaired recall. The dealer declined to inspect the vehicle at the time. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact later received a call from the dealer to schedule the recall repair for June 2026, when the parts were scheduled to be available. The contact stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive with the forward and rearview images displayed on the infotainment system screen simultaneously, and the contact could not wait until June 2026. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The contact was informed that the failure was not related to the unrepaired recall. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000.

NHTSA ID

11701893

Incident

Nov 7, 2025

Mileage

74,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the key fob's low battery warning light illuminated. The contact stated that because of the failure, the key fob occasionally failed to unlock the doors. The contact was frustrated and fearful of driving the vehicle, and feared being locked out of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the key fob battery needed to be replaced. The key fob battery was replaced; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to another dealer where the contact was informed that the key fob battery needed to be replaced. The key fob battery was replaced; however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

NHTSA ID

11692334

Incident

Sep 9, 2025

Mileage

50,000 mi

Now have had my battery replaced twice for some weird reason my car keeps dying when nothing appears to to have been left on inside the vehicle. My Ford edge titanium 2018 has the settings that shit down the wngine with a 30 second shut down and same with anything left in it shuts it off. So why is my car constantly dying with a new battery is my vehicle pat if the 80 something Ford edges that has connection issues with the alternator etc. please help with already two recalls that my vehicle has but can’t be replaced due to parts not ready for repairs by ford. Help!!!

NHTSA ID

11686788

Incident

Oct 4, 2024

2018 ford edge with 2.0 ecoboost engine over heating leaking coolant into cylinders caused engine failure. Lucky this did not catch fire. Ford knows the issue and will not put out a recall. Very dangerous and disgusting business practice.

NHTSA ID

11683338

Incident

Aug 22, 2025

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the rearview mirror and the instrument panel were inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview image appeared blank, and the instrument panel appeared blank while starting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the APIM module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 109,000.

NHTSA ID

11673907

Incident

Jul 16, 2025

Mileage

109,000 mi

Driving home from work, I noticed a warning light indicating that the car was overheating. I stopped and realized the coolant tank was empty, so I immediately put some coolant in and continued driving home. The next day, the car wouldn't start, and after I checked the engine oil, it was contaminated with water. I called a Ford dealer for repair, and they don't want to take responsibility.

NHTSA ID

11665604

Incident

May 10, 2025

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle, while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle stalled three times after starting. The contact stated that the failure occurred daily. The contact stated that the battery charging warning light was illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to Auto Zone to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the canister purge valve needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the part to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V735000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 31,200.

NHTSA ID

11645386

Incident

Feb 27, 2025

Mileage

31,200 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the exterior light housing assemblies were filled with water. The contact stated that the lights became inoperable. The vehicle was not taken to the local dealer nor independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified on the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

NHTSA ID

11616821

Incident

Aug 15, 2024

Mileage

50,000 mi

My 2018 Ford Edge is equiped with Ecoboost engine and as a result all these problems are occurring: Ford failed to disclose that these vehicles have a defect that causes coolant to leak into the engine’s cylinders, which can cause corrosion, oil dilution and contamination, and engine failure; and failed to disclose these defects create a safety risk, because the lack of coolant created by the leaks causes overheating and can result in the cylinder head cracking, total engine failure, and/or engine fires. Ford dealers have stated that I need a new engine.

NHTSA ID

11614722

Incident

Jan 1, 2024

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the dashboard lights were abnormally dim. The contact stated that after the vehicle was parked, the vehicle failed to restart. After waiting for a while the contact was able to restart the vehicle with the Push to Start button. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the electrical wiring underneath the rear panel was damaged due to water leaking into the compartment. The rear panel was replaced to prevent further failure. The contact was unsure if the wiring had been replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 119,000.

NHTSA ID

11600439

Incident

May 9, 2024

Mileage

119,000 mi

I recently bought my car and the battery light was on when I test drove it. They told me to bring it back and they would fix it. That it was a sensor problem easy to fix. I have brought the car back multiple times. They put a whole new sensor system in, new battery, and just recently rebuilt the alternator. As I was driving the car home, the light went on again it comes on a few times in the day, and eventually goes off by itself. None of the mechanics know what to do now. I looked up on Google if there were any recalls on my car and read something about” the power supply cables at the starter, and the alternator may not have been properly secured, possibly resulting in an electrical arc. “ I’m thinking, possibly could this be it? The light that comes on says charging system service now in red and there is a picture of at battery. I do not feel safe, especially not knowing what the problem is.

NHTSA ID

11569904

Incident

Nov 3, 2023

2018 Ford Edge with a little over 25000 miles and serviced at the dealership it was purchased from. The battery will drain to less than 5 volts overnight for no apparent reason. Unit is on its second battery and it test fine. The issue is not consistent, sometimes it will happen only after a couple of months, othertimes after a few days between occurances. Its appears when when the car if turned off, something in one of its many computers is not shutting down all the required systems allowing the battery to drain overnight. Short of installing a battery disconnect switch, I', running out of ideas. Neither my wife of I feel safe driving the car, since it may leave us stranded.

NHTSA ID

11530319

Incident

Jul 4, 2023

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the engine cranked up but failed to start. The checking engine warning light was illuminated. The owner replaced the battery, but the failure persisted. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact stated the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V548000 (Electrical System). The failure mileage was approximately 117,000.

NHTSA ID

11523606

Incident

May 20, 2023

Mileage

117,000 mi

APIM Module needs replacing. Screen keeps going black, does not work after trying to reset. Took to dealer and stated it does not work. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE!! No contols no navigation, cannot adjust heating, defrost and no rearview camera. makes it difficult to drive. Was told screen needs replacing too with this defect. There are many web reports of same issue with ford and they should be responsible for this repair

NHTSA ID

11499757

Incident

Oct 10, 2022

Only have about 13600 miles on my 2018 Edge and the battery drains down about .5 v overnight. Could not start in in my garage after 4 days of sitting, charged it up and took it to the Ford dealer where they did a load test on the battery, it tested at 89%. I did a load test with a multimeter with the same results. Dealer told me to keep a trickle charger on it because I didn't drive it enough which was a poor answer. There is a NHTSA #18V54800 out there and a Ford recall #18S25 that does not include my SUV but it could have the same problem. Looking on line there are others with the same issues with the battery going dead just by sitting and in most cases changing out batteries was not the cure and it seemed Ford offered no resolve. If this is a problem caused by a loose connection or a short it could indeed become a bigger safety issue. My vehicle was built at the same plant as stated on the Ford recall # and it should be considered a safety issue for all Edges of the model year of 2018 made a that plant. I'm not sure this is my problem but I need to start somewhere noting that it's happened to others besides me. Thank you for any help in this matter

NHTSA ID

11496872

Incident

Dec 2, 2022

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact's husband stated the coolant was low and the check engine warning lights were illuminated. The contact's husband stated he would add coolant fluid daily. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where she was informed the coolant was leaking into the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.

NHTSA ID

11488826

Incident

Sep 1, 2022

Mileage

82,000 mi

The power liftgate has stopped functioning. After changing the alternator because of a voltage regulator error code and replacing the batteries, the power liftgate continues to not work. If the battery is disconnected, when reconnected the power liftgate will work only once. When trying to engage the feature, the liftgate will attempt to unlatch and lift however, the hatch does not open. Fuses have also been changed. the power liftgate feature has to be disabled in order to properly use the hatch. No one has been able to find a correction for this issue with not only the Edge's but its sister model by Lincoln. Many complaints of the liftgate opening and closing on its own. The liftgate not operating properly removes an access point of not only convenience but more importantly safety. If there were an accident, the liftgate not opening properly would not allow for passengers to remove themselves from the vehicle if that were the only exit point in a crash. Outside of the listed inspected components, the only other option is to have the entire electrical system inspected. At the price point this vehicle is offered on the market, many owners would not have the means to pay the dealership or a private repair shop to take apart their entire vehicle.

NHTSA ID

11467652

Incident

Apr 1, 2022

The rear hatch, yes it's available for inspection. It closed on me while trying to get items out of the back of the SUV. I opened the hatch from the drivers control panel leaving the car running in park, then tried to get items out of the back. While I was under the hatch it closed on me. I was unable to stop it from coming down on my back/shoulder despite pushing back against it with my arms against the floor. I ultimately had to jump into the back of the vehicle where the hatch closed on my foot and locked. I tried to open it again using the push button on the outside of the hatch, it closed again, I was unable to stop it from closing and locking again while trying to lift it from the outside. It did this four times in a row. The only "unusual" thing was that this was during an ice storm. I have tried to reproduce it several times since with no luck, also there are no freezing temperatures now. No, I have not taken it to a dealership yet but will this week. I do not know if there were warning lights since I was in the back of the vehicle, but it did sound the tone that you hear when the lid is closing by its own power luckily which alerted me that it was closing. This has never happened, it closed with force four times, and I was unable to stop it

NHTSA ID

11450696

Incident

Feb 2, 2022

MY SCREEN WENT COMPLETELY BACK AND NEVER TURNED BACK ON. I CAN NO LONGER USE THE USB PORTS, TURN ON MY RADIO, USE MY REARVIEW MIRROR, CONNECT MY PHONE NOR CONTROL MY A/C SETTINGS. I TOOK IT TO FORD AND THEY INDICATED IT'S A BAD APIM. ANOTHER ISSUE WITH MY VEHICLE. AFTER 18 MONTHS MY BRAND NEW VEHICLE HAD A BATTERY, STARTER, ALTERNATOR AND ENGINE REPLACED. NOW I NEED A NEW APIM? FORD IS RIDICULOUS. THEY'RE CUSTOMER SERVICE AND QUALITY IN CARS IS GONE. MY CAR SHOULD BE A LEMON YET, 3 YEARS AFTER CONTINUOUS PROBLEMS, I'M STILL FIGHTING FOR MY VEHICLE TO BE RECALLED.

NHTSA ID

11399003

Incident

Feb 17, 2021

Mileage

71,000 mi

THERE IS AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE WITH THIS VEHICLE - STARTED AT 24000+/- AND DRAINED BATTERIES - AFTER REPLACING 4 BATTERIES - CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON - DEALER DID PRESSURE CHECK AND ENGINE HAD TO BE REPLACED! AFTER REPLACEMENT, BATTERY WAS AGAIN DEAD. THEY CANNOT FIND REASON FOR DRAINED BATTERY. THIS VEHICLE IS UNSAFE AND POTENTIALLY A FIRE HAZARD. I CANNOT GET RELIEF FROM FORD MOTOR - REFUSED TO BUY BACK. VEHICLE WAS PARKED EVERY TIME BATTERY WAS DRAINED.

NHTSA ID

11351055

Incident

Jul 30, 2020