Transmission needs to be rebuilt and car has less than 70k miles. Torque converter is failing and leaking fragments through the transmission.
2019 Ford Edge powertrain problems
moderate 412 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500 · see powertrain across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
412
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$2,500
4crashes
1injury
What stands out
Of the 18 model years of Ford Edge we track for powertrain problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 412.
Powertrain accounts for 58% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 11 categories tracked.
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
I own a 2019 Ford edge sel with 56,675 miles and my transmission was diagnosed at a Ford dealership to be replaced. No engine lights came on. This problem would occur between 25 - 40 MPH and was chugging and not being able to shift into the next gear.
Vehicle was not shifting smoothly when driving it. This had been an ongoing issue but was getting worse, especially in low gears. No lights or identification. I brought it to the dealership and they identified that I needed to have the torque convertor replaced. They did a transmission overhaul. Identified there were still issues occurring and shifting was not smooth. Installed new pistons,…
I had to have the torque converter replaced about 3 months ago and now the transmission is slipping and not shifting into gear.
While accelerating at points in gear shift change at the speeds of 20 mph, 30 mph, and 40 mph, the transmission bucks, which I found out the hard way during an ice storm, creates a un-smooth shift which leads you spinning the wheels while over accelerating to correct/lessen the bucking making the vehicle less safe and controllable. I work at a Ford dealership and know this issue is happening on…
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Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2019 Ford Edge?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 412 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?
Across the 91 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most powertrain failures cluster between 59,000 and 88,000 miles, with the median around 72,850. A quarter of owners report trouble before 59,000; a quarter make it past 88,000. 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 $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.
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/2019/Ford/Edge.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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