2018 Ford Edge recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 7 2018 Ford Edge recalls, newest first
Sep 4, 2025Back Over Prevention, Sensing SystemFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 to 2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F350 SD, F250 SD, F450 SD, 2015 to 2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015 to 2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016 to 2019 F550 SD, Transit, 2017 to 2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Risk: 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.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
NHTSA campaign 25V572000 · Ford Motor Company
Aug 22, 2025Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Foundation ComponentsFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 to 2018 Lincoln MKX and 2015 to 2018 Edge vehicles. The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses and adjust brake jounce hoses with no damage present, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S87.
NHTSA campaign 25V544000 · Ford Motor Company
Jun 10, 2022Power Train, Automatic TransmissionFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013 to 2019 Escape, 2013 to 2018 CMax, 2013 to 2016 Fusion, 2013 to 2021 Transit Connect, and 2015 to 2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Risk: 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. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S43.
NHTSA campaign 22V413000 · Ford Motor Company
Aug 10, 2020Service BrakesFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 to 2018 Ford Edge and 2016 to 2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
Risk: 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.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hoses with the new hoses that have a revised braid material, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S42.
NHTSA campaign 20V469000 · Ford Motor Company
Sep 11, 2018Latches/locks/linkages, DoorsFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles. These vehicles may have door striker bolts that are shorter than intended. Vehicles with shorter door striker bolts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components" potentially resulting in the doors opening in the event of a crash.
Risk: If the doors open in the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door striker bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C06.
NHTSA campaign 18V612000 · Ford Motor Company
Aug 20, 2018Electrical System, Alternator/generator/regulatorFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, 2019 Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The power supply cables at the starter and the alternator may not have been properly secured, possibly resulting in an electrical arc.
Risk: An electrical arc can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and starter motor power supply cables to verify that they are properly secured, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S25.
NHTSA campaign 18V548000 · Ford Motor Company
Jun 11, 2018Power Train, Automatic TransmissionFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 to 2018 Ford Edge and 2017 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Risk: 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, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque converters, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S16 (S2). Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 17V427.
NHTSA campaign 18V390000 · Ford Motor Company
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Ford Edge have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2018 Ford Edge. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2018 Ford Edge has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.