2011 ford Edge electrical problems

moderate 657 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850

Complaints

657

Recalls

Crashes

Avg fix

$850

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 11V128000 24/02/2011

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

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.

What owners are reporting 5 most recent

electrical · filed 12/29/2017

DOOR AJAR LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON. THE DOORS WON'T LOCK DUE TO THIS. SAFETY HAZARD FOR EVERYONE IN THE VEHICLE

electrical · filed 12/28/2019

THE SUV GAVE ME A BLINKING ENGINE LIGHT. DECODING TO A MISFIRE PROBLEM. THE FIRST TIME I HAD THE CAR LOOKED AT THEY REPLACED THE COIL PACKS. ABOUT 10,000 MILES LATER I GOT THE SAME MISFIRE PROBLEM. SOME OF THE COIL PACKS WERE MELTED. I HAD THE SUV TOWED TO A GARAGE AND THEY SAID THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE IS DEFECTIVE. THEY REPLACED THE CONTROL MODULE FOR $1500.00. YIKES. DEALER TOLD ME THAT FORD …

electrical · filed 12/28/2015

DOOR AJAR WARNING - MY FRONT, DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR CONSTANTLY STATES THAT IT IS AJAR. THIS CAUSES THE INTERIOR LIGHTS TO REMAIN ON LONGER THAN NECESSARY, THE DOORS WILL NOT LOCK WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AND THE DOOR AJAR WARNING REMAINS ON AT ALL TIMES. OTHERS HAVE SUGGESTED USING WD40 AND LUBRICANTS TO CLEAN THE SENSOR. I'VE TRIED THIS, AND IT WORKED FOR A FEW TIMES, BUT THIS IS NO LONGER …

electrical · filed 12/27/2016

DOOR AJAR LIGHT REMAINS ON CONSTANTLY. DOME LIGHT STAYS ON AFTER CAR IS OFF, DRAINING THE BATTERY. UNABLE TO LOCK DOORS WHILE CAR IS RUNNING. DOME LIGHT REMAINS ON UNTIL SPEED OF 15 MPH IS REACHED, MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO SEE AT NIGHT.

electrical · filed 12/26/2016

DRIVER DOOR LIGHT AJAR COMES ON EVEN IF THE DOOR IS CLOSED. IT KEEPS THE INTERIOR LIGHTS ON FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME AND I HAD TO REPLACE A BATTERY ALREADY. THOUGHT IT WAS JUST A SENSOR.NOW I FOUND OUT OTHERS ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM... *TR

Common questions

How serious is the electrical problem on the 2011 ford Edge?

It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 657 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.

At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?

Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to electrical?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover electrical issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.