The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver noticed unusual sounds. The accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while the RPMs increased. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the torque co…
2017 ford Edge powertrain problems
moderate 138 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
138
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
I am reporting a repeated transmission failure involving my 2017 Ford Edge (VIN: [XXX] ). The vehicle has had multiple transmission replacements performed by an authorized Ford dealership (Barbara Dyson Ford). Each replacement has been faulty, and the most recent transmission is now failing again. The vehicle currently has worsening transmission issues, making it unreliable and unsafe to drive. Th…
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated to respond. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, The contact stated that there was an abnormal odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission had failed and needed to be…
The contact's friend owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the vehicle failed the Emissions test in Georgia. The contact stated while driving approximately 35-70 MPH, the transmission was slipping, and the vehicle was shaking and jerking abnormally. The vehicle was difficult to drive. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard, but the vehicle failed to respon…
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2017 ford Edge?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 138 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain 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 $2,500 for powertrain 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 powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain 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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