2011 Ford Edge used buying checklist

Test for the problems owners report most

The most reported problems of this model year, with what to look for on the test drive.

• Doors won't lock, open or latch305 owner complaints, usually around 55,000 miles, owners paid about $500

  Test every door handle, lock and latch from inside and outside, including the trunk or tailgate.

• Engine stalls while driving96 owner complaints, usually around 47,000 miles, owners paid about $800

  Start the engine cold and listen for knocking or ticking. Check for warning lights, oil leaks and a low oil level, and ask how often oil had to be topped up.

• Sudden loss of power95 owner complaints, usually around 53,000 miles, owners paid about $650

  Start the engine cold and listen for knocking or ticking. Check for warning lights, oil leaks and a low oil level, and ask how often oil had to be topped up.

Make sure these recalls were done

Recall repairs are free at any dealer of the brand. Ask the seller for proof, or have a dealer check the VIN.

• Electrical systemRecall number 11V128000, Feb 24, 2011
• StructureRecall number 10V659000, Dec 29, 2010
• Latches/locks/linkagesRecall number 10V516000, Oct 27, 2010

Service bulletins worth asking about

Repair instructions the maker sent to dealers for known problems. Ask whether any of these repairs were done.

• Certain 2010-2014 Model Year Edge and MKX VehiclesFeb 20, 2024
• For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely...Apr 4, 2023
• This article supersedes TSB 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affectedJul 13, 2020
• These SKUs are Exhaust Manifolds with Catalytic ConvertersJun 3, 2020
• Customer Satisfaction Program 19N09 Certain 2011-2014 Model Year Edge and MKX and 2013-2014 Model Year...Dec 12, 2019
• Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit...Feb 7, 2019

Before you pay

• Decode the VIN and make sure it matches the title, the registration and the car itself.
• Get a vehicle history report to check for accidents, salvage or flood titles and odometer problems.
• Ask for service records, especially oil changes and any transmission fluid service.
• Start the car from cold, and drive it at city and highway speeds for at least 20 minutes.
• Have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you sign anything.