Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Ford edge. The contact stated that driving at 60 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle stalled. The engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
2011 Ford Edge engine problems
moderate 85 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100 · see engine across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
85
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$3,100
2crashes
When does it fail?
Of the 85 engine complaints filed for the 2011 Ford Edge, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 75,000-100,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Owners have filed 85 engine complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
No new NHTSA engine complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 9 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
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Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2011 Ford Edge?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 85 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Across the 71 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most engine failures cluster between 41,000 and 89,500 miles, with the median around 62,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 41,000; a quarter make it past 89,500. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine 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 engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2011/Ford/Edge.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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