The back up camera is inoperable at times. Rarely works on hot days or anytime the rear of the EDGE is facing the Sun. It hasn't worked properly for years. I'm not sure of the exact date or mileage it first happened, but it definitely started acting up around 2019.
2013 Ford Edge electrical problems
854 complaints (35% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 45,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 854
- of this car's complaints
- 35%
- typical mileage
- 45,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Wiring1
- 12v/24v/48v battery1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Ford Edge electrical problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2013 Ford Edge electrical
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Battery drain 91Backup camera 69Screen failure 14Fire or smoke 10Key fob 10Warning lights 8
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2013 Ford Edge owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
When I put my 2013 Ford edge in reverse the backup camera goes out for about 5 to 10 seconds or it just doesn’t work at all. And also I just paid $672 to have the drivers side door latch replaced because the recall had expired in November of 2025 the door ajar light would stay on and the dash would say place vehicle in park
The safety system back up camera has been malfunctioning for 18 months. At times the image will be inverted, at times it will appear to be zoomed in very close, but most of the time it does not work at all. The alerts (beeping) that should be occurring when identifying a hazard do not work. The horn no longer works. Several times the entire electrical system will shut off and then reset. There have not been any warning lights on the dash to indicate why this is happening. My vehicle has not been examined by a dealer or independent service center.
On Dec 11, 2025, the driver’s heated seat in my 2013 Ford Edge overheated within minutes of activation, causing first- and second-degree burns to the occupant. The vehicle was inspected on March 18, 2026 and escalated for management review, but the manufacturer failed to provide the promised follow-up by March 26, 2026, and the defect remains unresolved, posing an ongoing risk of injury. No problems prior to ever using the heated seats.
Back up Camera goes in and out, it's flips upside down and do wired things , it also say call dealership, the picture sometimes be in reverse , and brake light stays on have to pump brake in order for it to go off.
1. My safety system/camera system is no longer working properly. The screen displays either a black/blank screen, an inverted (upside down) image, or an image that appears to be zoomed in to a very small viewing area. The alerts (beeping) does not function consistently when backing up. The horn does not always work. At times the entire electrical display including the sound system will reset without prompting. The back door hatch will actively close even when there is something in the opening. 2. Safety is at risk because the video system is in place as a secondary alert system to prevent accident or injury. The horn is a necessary item. If the electrical system should reset during operation this could cause an accident. The rear hatch could cause injury if it does close. 3. These issues have been witnessed by other people, but not in a dealership or service center because these places charge outrageous fees. 4. No inspection done by manufacturer/police/insurance. At time of state regulated inspection all aspects pertinent to that were functional 5. These issues began over a year ago with camera malfunction, the other issues have become present throughout that time.
The vehicle’s touchscreen activates functions on its own without being touched (“ghost touch”). While driving, the screen intermittently selects menus, changes settings, and activates features without driver input. This causes distraction and requires the driver to look away from the road to correct unintended changes. The issue occurs unpredictably and repeatedly, while in motion and standing still, indicating a malfunction of the touchscreen or related electronic system and presents a safety concern due to driver distraction.
Climate control system turns off automatically without driver input. This causes loss of heating or cooling while driving and requires repeated manual reactivation. Issue occurs randomly while driving and has happened multiple times. Restarting the vehicle does not consistently resolve the problem.
Driver door says Ajar even when shut, inside lights stay on. Fuel indicator says Ajar stays on. Backup camera shows upside down
Rearview Camera display is upside down.
Questions about the 2013 Ford Edge electrical
Does the 2013 Ford Edge have electrical problems?
Owners have filed 854 complaints about the electrical of the 2013 Ford Edge, 35% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2013 Ford Edge electrical problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 45,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Ford Edge electrical?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Ford Edge have the most electrical problems?
The Ford Edge model years with the most electrical complaints are 2013 (854 complaints), 2011 (687 complaints) and 2012 (462 complaints).
Other 2013 Ford Edge problems
Brakes 634Body 300Lights 196Engine 179Transmission 160Driver assistance 104Fuel system 103Locks 77Acceleration 57Visibility 40Steering 35Airbags 20Seats 14Wheels 11Seat belts 7Suspension 7Tires 6
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