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2020 Ford Edge

Transmission and drivetrain complaints lead the 2020 Ford Edge

Of 283 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the power train (transmission and drivetrain) is by far the most reported area, with 160 reports (57%). The engine is next at 41 reports (14%), followed by the electrical system at 22 (8%). Safety incidents are spread thinly across the top issues: the power train shows 1 fire, 2 crashes, and 3 injuries, while forward collision avoidance has the most crashes (3) and injuries (3) relative to its size. Focus a pre-purchase inspection on the transmission and drivetrain first.

Most reported areas

Power Train safety 57%
The single largest complaint area: 160 reports (57% of all complaints), including 1 fire, 2 crashes, and 3 injuries. Have the transmission and drivetrain inspected and test the car thoroughly before buying.
Engine safety 14%
The second most reported area: 41 reports (14%), with 1 fire and 1 injury among them. Check the engine carefully and watch for stalling on a test drive.
Electrical System safety 8%
22 reports (8%), with 1 crash and 2 injuries. Verify the electrical system, including the rear-view camera, works reliably.
Forward Collision Avoidance safety 6%
Fewer reports at 17 (6%), but the most safety-flagged for its size, with 3 crashes and 3 injuries. Confirm the pre-collision assist and related driver-assist features are working.
Back Over Prevention safety 4%
The smallest of the top issues at 12 reports (4%), with 1 crash and 1 injury. Still worth checking the backup safety systems before buying.

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 283 complaints

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General information compiled from public NHTSA complaint data, for reference only — not professional advice and not reviewed by automotive experts. Verify before acting; Team AM is not responsible for decisions made from it.