FaultScore

Ford Edge headlight problems

691 of the 17,975 complaints filed about the Ford Edge are about the lighting — 4% of everything owners reported. The worst model year for it is 2013.

691

Complaints

4%

Share of all complaints

4

Crashes

5

Fires

Lights complaints by model year

2007 Edge 41 5.9%

Median failure at 53,000 miles

2008 Edge 69 10.0%

Median failure at 78,500 miles

2009 Edge 14 2.0%

Median failure at 73,000 miles

2010 Edge 19 2.7%

Median failure at 53,585 miles

2011 Edge 196 28.4%

Median failure at 53,886 miles

2012 Edge 86 12.4%

Median failure at 50,750 miles

2013 Edge 197 28.5%

Median failure at 46,025 miles

2014 Edge 12 1.7%

Median failure at 3,000 miles

2015 Edge 9 1.3%

Median failure at 55,000 miles

2016 Edge 10 1.4%

Median failure at 16,650 miles

2017 Edge 14 2.0%

Median failure at 50,000 miles

2018 Edge 16 2.3%

Median failure at 6,402 miles

2019 Edge 2 0.3%

Median failure at 2,800 miles

2020 Edge 1 0.1%
2021 Edge 1 0.1%
2022 Edge 1 0.1%
2023 Edge 1 0.1%
2024 Edge 2 0.3%

What owners said

2017 Ford Edge at 42,488 miles Buffalo, NY

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact discovered that the rear lenses was full of water. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to get a diagnosis however, the failure cause was unidentifiable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,488.

NHTSA complaint #11737828 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2023 Ford Edge Cedar Rapids, IA

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

The 3rd brake light (high mount stop) has burned out. The repair costs are exorbitant for a legally required part of the car and self repair is extremely challenging. There are numerous complaints online about this part failing.

NHTSA complaint #11737461 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2022 Ford Edge Osakis, MN

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Headlights don’t always align properly,

NHTSA complaint #11734390 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2019 Ford Edge Ypsilanti, MI

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Third brake light has failed and needs to be replaced.

NHTSA complaint #11733120 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2013 Ford Edge Bradenton, FL

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

I have several different things going on. First of all my rear turn signals do not work, nor do my rear hazard lights. I've taken it to a mechanic who has extensively looked at this and has determined that it's the body control modular and is suggested replacement. I have been waiting for several months for this part to come in but he keeps telling me it's on back order. Also, my radiator fan/assembly went bad and had to be replaced. Upon the mechanic installing the new fan assembly, I had numerous fuses blown and that is when my blinker and hazard light issue started. This is a major safety concern as signaling the direction that you're turning is very important to other drivers. Additionally, it is against the law not to use signals. I'm constantly in fear that someone is going to rear in me because of my inability to signal when switching lanes and or turning. Additionally, my back up camera stopped working shows a black screen with a notice to contact the dealer. Another issue I have is that my door ajar light is illuminated all the time. I often feel unsafe and fear that the door may just come open at any time, I am unable to lock my doors with the internal lock , which means my doors are left unlocked while I'm in the vehicle. Also, the interior lights stay on for awhile when car turned off, thus putting more strain on the battery, which I've just replaced. Plus, the dome light will not go off until you accelerated to about 20 mph, however, when putting the car in reverse there's no way to get the lights to turn off in this causes visibility issues at night. That in conjunction with my backup camera not working makes it a very dangerous situation when going in reverse. I also detect the odor of gasoline which lingers in my vehicle for some time after getting fuel. I'm scared that there's a leak and if so the potential of a fire is very concerning. And I've noticed that my gas mileage is not really good and I'm not sure if that's related.

NHTSA complaint #11722586 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2024 Ford Edge Lolo, MT

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

The right rear taillight assembly fell out while driving on an interstate. No apparent reason

NHTSA complaint #11704337 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2013 Ford Edge Waterbury, CT

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

I have been having issues with headlights on my vehicle for awhile. We have changed the bulbs several times to try to make it easier to see. The headlights barely light up the street in front of you and is very dangerous to drive like this. I looked up online and apparently I am not the only one that is complaining of the issue. This is extremely unsafe and I'm afraid to drive anywhere at night due to poor lighting. I see people changed bulbs and changed entire headlights costing $300.00 or more a light and the problem is still not resolved. I am very concerned for not only myself and my familie's safety, I am concerned for others safety too. Something needs to be corrected in these vehicles. It is an extremely important part of driving - being able to see in front of you. Please advise.

NHTSA complaint #11698605 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2016 Ford Edge Estherville, IA

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

My vehicle previously had recall work, including power steering, but now I’m experiencing: * ‘Steering Assist Required’ warning, and the electric power steering is intermittently failing * Traction control and hill assist turned off * Headlights (and other lights) staying on even when the car is off * The vehicle pulls sharply to the left when braking * Despite multiple alignments and suspension/tie rod replacements, my new tires are wearing out rapidly

NHTSA complaint #11696985 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2017 Ford Edge at 50,000 miles Glen Rock, PA

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at various speeds, the engine failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was repaired under warranty. While at the dealer, the contact asked the dealer to check the rear assembly light because there was water inside the rear light. The vehicle was inspected, and it was diagnosed that the seal behind the light had detached. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The contact stated that the dealer had fractured a plastic piece while inspecting the vehicle. The contact noticed water and debris floating inside the rear lights. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000

NHTSA complaint #11694555 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2017 Ford Edge Pataskala, OH Crash

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

I bought this car used from Honda Dealership. It had 84,000 mileage on it and since then. The headlights are so dim and I can’t see you have to drive with high beam on every time I go at night I’ve changed almost we like 56 different types light bulb, but still nothing still worst. If I used one for the manufacturer one it’s nothing it’s literally dark outside. I can’t see nothing and another problem is as the ball joint since I bought it I took it from my first oil change when they did the inspection on the car they told me one of my passenger side ball joint was loose but that time I didn’t have money to repair it because it was almost $5000 they said and I was like I don’t have the money. I’m a college student so and recently my car wheel is to the left side more. Something if there’s anything I can do is there anything y’all can do to help cause I don’t want to get in an accident because of that thing.

NHTSA complaint #11686644 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2009 Ford Edge Mt Pleasant, MI

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

My tail light S and brake lights is not working the components was burnt and bulbs was burnt and we put all new bulbs and put in new components and there still not working.and I've been pulled over about 4 times cause of it thankfully I didn't get a ticket so please put a recall on this so it can be fixed I love my SUV

NHTSA complaint #11684709 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2016 Ford Edge Superior, WI

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Severe constant moisture condensation build up inside rear light bar and rear side lights. The moisture is inside all clear plastic covers and some of the red inner plastic (which is underneath the clear plastic cover). It is available for inspection. This is causing a safety hazard due to reduced and dim light visibility. The constant moisture causes an increased risk of break lighting shortage, failure of lighting electrical system or the lights shutting off. With the reduced rear lighting visibility and risk possibility of rear lighting failure there is an increased risk of a crash. The dealer, I purchased the vehicle used from, tried taking it apart and drying the moisture but it came right back the next day. The vehicle has been seen at an auto garage. It is unkown if there has been warning lights or signals since I recently purchased it from the dealer who had it one month prior.

NHTSA complaint #11681395 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2011 Ford Edge Hartford, WI

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

the hazard lights will turn on while driving, and or while the vehicle is parked, thus draining the battery. The button to turn them on and or off is a "pressure sensitive" button which fails from the swelling of heat and or moisture. This is a major issue as the vehicle can't be driven now since the hazards just turn on and off.

NHTSA complaint #11675664 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2018 Ford Edge Port Orange, FL

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

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 complaint #11665604 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2017 Ford Edge at 54,000 miles Bakersfield, CA

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the center high-mounted third stop light was full of condensation, causing the light to become extremely dim. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the third brake light was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 54,000.

NHTSA complaint #11665158 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2013 Ford Edge Katy, TX

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Interior lights stay on much too long after turning vehicle off, even several hours. Dash and bell indicators indicates doors are open when they are not. Door locks operate open while driving.

NHTSA complaint #11654925 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2013 Ford Edge Del Rio, TX

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Driving on the highway at night when suddenly the door alarm rings, dome light turned on causing driver to lose focus/control. Was driving at 60mph when the sensor faulted. The alarm/notification turns on at random times causing the vehicle to have the light stay on and drain battery. This is causing the driver unsure if the door is properly closed and risking the door opening in case of an accident. Problem has persisted.

NHTSA complaint #11644870 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2017 Ford Edge at 70,000 miles Ramseur, NC

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware of condensation inside the rear taillight assembly. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

NHTSA complaint #11639609 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2016 Ford Edge Presque Isle, ME

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Prior to taking delivery of this car (new, March 2017) the selling dealer replaced the tail/back-up light assembly on the tailgate because it had moisture in it. After I had the car for about 3 months the moisture came back and I called the dealer. They said it was a know problem and they would get back to me when they had the part to fix it. They never called me and I forgot about the problem. In October 2024, a neighbor told me my right back-up light was out. A couple of weeks later I went to my mechanic to have the bulb replaced. He told me that both back-up lights were out and they were non-replaceable LEDs. The entire light assembly must be replaced before I can get a state inspection sticker. The list price of the unit from Ford (only available from Ford no aftermarket part made) is $1,257.57. The car only has 48,206 miles on it. I think the LEDs shorted out because of the moisture. I called Ford, they said there was nothing they could do for me. I don't believe I am the only person to have this problem. I think Ford should do something because it is a problem they knew about since day one.

NHTSA complaint #11638689 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

2015 Ford Edge at 113,000 miles Traverse City, MI

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact’s husband observed condensation in the rear gate light bar. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the taillight assembly needed to be replaced because of a broken seal. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the taillight assembly needed to be replaced due to a broken seal. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 113,000.

NHTSA complaint #11624956 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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