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2011 Ford Edge — Known Issues & Recalls
Complaints from Jan 2015 to Dec 2020
The most reported issue is electrical system problems (334 complaints). 23 complaints involved crashes. 4 involved fires.
Open Safety Recalls (3)
NHTSA Campaign: 11V128000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 FORD F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, EDGE, AND LINCOLN MKX TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 25, 2010, THROUGH NOVEMBER 20, 2010. THESE VEHICLES WERE INSPECTED USING INTEGRATED DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (IDS) THAT HAD A CUSTOM SOFTWARE ROUTINE TO READ THE SUSPECT BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) SERIAL NUMBER. BASED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER THE BCM WAS EITHER NOT AFFECTED OR REPLACED. THE CUSTOM SOFTWARE ROUTINE WAS NOT READING THE CORRECT SET OF CHARACTERS, AND WAS NOT ABLE TO IDENTIFY A BCM THAT REQUIRED REPLACEMENT AFFECTED BCMS MAY HAVE THE POTENTIAL FOR AN INTERNAL SHORT.
Risk: IF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT DEVELOPS, AN OVERHEATING CONDITION MAY OCCUR WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Fix: DEALER WILL INSPECT THE BODY CONTROL MODULE AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 7, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.
NHTSA Campaign: 10V516000
Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 EDGE AND LINCOLN MKX VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 1, 2010, THROUGH OCTOBER 8, 2010. THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH INCORRECTLY CONFIGURED ELECTRONIC MODULE SETTINGS THAT DISABLE THE LOCKING FUNCTION OF THE LIFTGATE. ACCORDINGLY, THE VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 206, "DOOR LOCKS AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS."
Risk: THE LIFTGATE LOCK MAY BE DISABLED AND THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE ABLE TO LOCK THE LIFTGATE USING INTERIOR LOCK SWITCHES OR REMOTE KEY FOB BUTTONS.
Fix: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL HAVE THE AFFECTED CONTROL MODULES UPDATED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 1, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
NHTSA Campaign: 10V659000
Component: STRUCTURE:BODY
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, EDGE AND LINCOLN MKX VEHICLES. DURING A SIX-DAY PRODUCTION PERIOD, THE SUPPLIER OF THE BODY CONTROL MODULE MANUFACTURED MODULES THAT MAY HAVE THE POTENTIAL FOR AN INTERNAL SHORT.
Risk: IF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT DEVELOPS, AN OVERHEATING CONDITION MAY OCCUR WHICH CAN RESULT IN AN UNATTENDED VEHICLE FIRE.
Fix: DEALER WILL REPLACE THE BODY CONTROL MODULE IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
Owner-Reported Issues (20 of 1792)
Unknown Or Other →4 issues
Your backup camera display is showing an upside-down image with horizontal lines across the screen. This issue started shortly after you purchased the car. Fixing this will likely involve replacing the backup camera unit or its wiring harness, or possibly updating the display software.
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Your backup camera displays an inverted (upside-down) image, and this issue has persisted for years. Ford has indicated there is no fix available for your 2011 model, though this same problem has prompted recalls on other model years. Fixing this may require replacing the backup camera unit or its wiring connector.
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Your door sensor isn't working properly, which causes your interior lights to stay on continuously. This drains your battery, causing it to go dead. The fix will likely involve replacing the faulty door latch sensor or checking the wiring connections to that sensor.
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Your backup camera displays an upside-down image, and this has been ongoing for years without being repaired. You're wondering if there's a recall available for your 2011 Ford Edge Sport to address this issue. Fixing this would likely involve replacing or repositioning the camera unit or adjusting its settings.
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Electrical System →4 issues
Your body control module is running hot, which has caused your car to have trouble starting and maintaining electrical power. This is a significant electrical issue that needs professional diagnosis. The repair will likely involve testing or replacing the body control module.
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Your door locks aren't responding properly, and your sunroof gets stuck while opening or closing. Your lights are flashing on their own, your alarm keeps going off without reason, and you're noticing a burning smell coming through the air vents. Your dashboard also shows a "Door Ajar" warning even when all doors are closed.
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Your backup camera isn't working properly. You've reported this issue before and are asking for help resolving it.
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Your backup camera display is showing an upside-down image and occasionally goes blank when you shift into reverse. Additionally, your dashboard sometimes shows a door-ajar warning light even when all doors are fully closed—usually indicating the driver's door—though closing the door multiple times typically clears it. If this warning persists unnoticed, it can drain your battery while parked. These issues likely involve replacing the backup camera module and inspecting or replacing the door ajar sensor switches.
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Service Brakes →3 issues
When you make a wide turn, your car unexpectedly enters limp mode and multiple brake-related warning lights appear on your dashboard, including the traction control, brake mode, and ABS lights. This is dangerous because your car may not respond properly in traffic, and you have to turn the engine off and back on to get it moving again—a delay that could be hazardous in busy intersections. The issue may involve a faulty brake sensor or ABS sensor that's triggering false warnings during turning.
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Your car's antilock brake system fails when you brake in snowy conditions, causing you to lose braking control and feel like the brakes have completely stopped working. The problem occurs repeatedly in snow but doesn't happen when the car is at the shop for diagnosis. Even after the shop bled air from the antilock brake system, the issue persists whenever the brakes lock up in winter weather.
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Your braking system may not be stopping the vehicle reliably every time you press the brake pedal, creating a serious safety hazard. This issue is related to a known Ford service action (13N02) with diagnostic codes P2195 and P2197, but you weren't informed about the extended warranty coverage when you bought the car used. The dealership refused to repair it for free, claiming you're outside the warranty period. The fix will likely involve diagnosing and repairing the brake system components related to those fault codes.
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Engine →1 issue
Your 2011 Ford Edge stalled unexpectedly on the freeway. Your mechanic identified a faulty water pump connected to the timing belt as the cause, which led to engine flooding and requires a complete engine replacement. The repair will involve removing and replacing the entire engine assembly.
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Structure →1 issue
Your 2011 Ford Edge has an incomplete safety recall (Campaign 10V659000) that prevents you from registering the vehicle. The dealer told you the required repair part has been discontinued and cannot complete the recall, leaving your vehicle stuck at the dealer. Ford has not been able to remove your vehicle's VIN from the recall list or provide an alternative solution, even though you haven't experienced any actual failure.
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Service Brakes, Hydraulic →1 issue
Your brake pedal feels abnormally firm and makes a hissing sound when you press it, and your car takes longer to stop than it should. A mechanic diagnosed this as a failed power brake booster, which is the component that helps reduce the effort needed to brake. This will require replacement of the brake booster unit.
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Electrical System,service Brakes →1 issue
Your brakes feel soft and a dealership says you need an ABS (anti-lock braking system) repair. There's a Ford recall for this issue on other 2011 Edge models, but your vehicle's VIN isn't included in that recall. Additionally, your backup camera display has gone black again. You're concerned that if the brake issue affects other Edge models, it should apply to yours as well.
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Electrical System,unknown Or Other →1 issue
Your rear view camera stopped working after a software update to your vehicle's Sync3 system, even though it had been functioning properly beforehand. You've tried replacing the camera, performing multiple software updates, and repairing wiring in the camera harness, but the issue persists. The camera may need further diagnosis to determine if the problem is related to the software, electrical connections, or the camera itself.
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Unknown Or Other,back Over Prevention →1 issue
Your backup camera frequently displays a blank screen or an upside-down image, making it difficult to see behind your vehicle when reversing. The dealer says it's a software issue they can't fix, though Ford has recalled backup cameras in other vehicles for the same problem. Fixing this will likely require a software update from Ford or replacement of the backup camera module.
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Electrical System,structure →1 issue
Your passenger door ajar warning light stays on and won't turn off, even when the door is closed. This is causing your battery to drain completely and die. The issue likely involves the door latch sensor or wiring that detects whether the door is open or closed, which needs to be inspected and possibly replaced.
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Exterior Lighting →1 issue
Your hazard lights turn on by themselves while you're driving or when the car is parked, which drains your battery. The hazard button is pressure-sensitive and fails when exposed to heat or moisture, causing the lights to turn on and off uncontrollably. This makes your car undrivable since you can't reliably control the hazard lights. The fix will likely involve replacing the hazard light switch assembly.
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Fuel System, Gasoline →1 issue
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