I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET ON 12/27/18 WHEN THE RIGHT REAR PASSENGER DOOR OPENED. I PARKED THE CAR AND TRIED TO CLOSE IT BUT I COULDN'T. I TURNED THE CHILD PROOF LOCK AND IT STILL WOULDN'T CLOSE. CALLED FORD IN WOODBURY,NJ AND BRIAN TOLD ME THERE WERE NO RECALLS AND THEY WERE BUSY BUT THEY'D TRY AND TAKE A LOOK. I TOOK IT TO OUR LOCAL GAS STATION AND MIKE, THE MECHANIC, SAID THE SAME THING HAPP…
2016 ford Edge body problems
severe 26 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,500
Complaints
26
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,500
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
- door hinge failure - hinge assembly intact but the weld area failed and tore the base from the door structure - door wont close or open properly - not as of yet no warning lamps just a non functional door. the failure is identical to the linked complaint [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
THE REAR WINDOW OF MY EDGE EXPLODED WITH NO ONE IN THE VEHICLE'. MY WIFE REMOTE STARTED THE CAR, THEN LATER SHE WENT OUT TO GET THE NEWSPAPER AND GO SHOPPING WHEN SHE NOTICED GLASS ON THE GROUND BEHIND THE CAR. THINKING IT WAS VANDALIZED WE CALLED THE POLICE. UPON THE PATROLMAN'S EXAMINATION HE NOTED THAT IT LOOKS LIKE IT WAS BROKEN FROM THE INSIDE! I AGREED. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY…
Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2016 ford Edge?
It's a meaningful issue. 26 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,500.
At what mileage does the body 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 $1,500 for body 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 body?
No active recalls currently cover body 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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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