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2015 Ford Edge transmission problems

118 complaints (16% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 60,000. 5 crashes reported.

owner complaints
118
of this car's complaints
16%
typical mileage
60,000
crashes
5
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Automatic transmission: lever and linkage: floor shift
    6
  • Automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)
    4
  • Shift linkage/cable/rod
    3
  • Automatic transmission
    2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Ford Edge transmission problems in other years

20072010201520202024

Specific symptoms reported on the 2015 Ford Edge transmission

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Jerking 12Hesitation 9Won't shift 8Shudder 7Transmission failure 6

Related recalls

Power train: shift linkage/cable/rodReported June 10, 2022 · 2,925,968 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Risk
A damaged or missing bushing may prevent the vehicle from shifting into the intended gear, and cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction. Additionally, the vehicle may roll after the driver selects the 'Park' position. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 4th Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S43.

Recall number 22V413000 · Recall details

What 2015 Ford Edge owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 12, 2026 · Transmission · KY

Car is running rough white smoke from exhaust and coolant level reservoir losing coolant

Filed Feb 27, 2026 · Brakes, Transmission · 78,471 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormally loud clicking sound. The contact received notification of Ford Campaign Number: 22N12 (Rattle Noise at the Transmission Bellhousing Area Flex-plate Cracks), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair in 2022 and 2023; however, the dealer informed the contact that there were no parts or transmission mechanics available to perform the repair. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer recently, and the contact was advised that the parts were still not available. The contact was concerned that the vehicle would no longer be eligible for the repair due to the delay in repairing the vehicle. Additionally, the contact received notification the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 20V469000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the repair; however, the dealer informed the contact that the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced the failure and was taken to Firestone, where the front brake lines were repaired at the owner's expense. The contact was later denied reimbursement. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle had experienced rear brake hose failures. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not repaired due to parts not being available. The contact stated that the dealer had intentionally delayed the recall repair and customer satisfaction programs repair of the vehicle on several occasions, causing the vehicle to become ineligible for the repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and of the issues with the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 78,471.

Filed Jan 6, 2026 · Transmission · OR

We were on a Family road trip when issues popped up. Car was engine was buzzing and jumping in gears when started up and running rough. No check engines lights showed up. But we decided to drop it off at a dealership in Grants Pass Oregon to get checkout as we didnt feel safe driving it home. They say it is the transmission going bad. We were hundreds of miles away from home and driving over the cascade pass when this was occurring. 1\3\26

Filed Oct 3, 2025 · Brakes, Driver assistance · NC

The contact owned a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 22V413000 (Power Train), 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic), and 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention), and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted.

Filed Jul 30, 2025 · Engine, Transmission · 100,000 miles · MN

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving on three separate occasions, the vehicle failed to accelerate upon depression of the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was previously diagnosed with a cracked flex plate, and the flex plate was replaced twice; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal knocking sound and lost motive power upon depression of the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to Customer Satisfaction Program: 22N12. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was provided. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency Hotline to file a vehicle safety complaint. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Filed Jul 22, 2025 · Transmission · 97,000 miles · MD

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local dealer for a routine oil change, and the vehicle was inspected, and the contact was informed that the PTU was leaking oil and needed to be replaced. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage 97,000.

Filed May 5, 2025 · Transmission · GA

Transmission failed while driving. Vehicle only has 48k miles on it.

Filed Apr 15, 2025 · Transmission · TN · crash

My car was in parked position on the shift. I exited the vehicle to put my dog in the house. Upon exiting the vehicle the car began to roll down a hill/mountainside with my children still in the vehicle. The car hit a large tree stopping it from rolling all the way down the hill. The open recall on this car was not disclosed upon purchased from used dealer in 2024.

Filed Jan 6, 2025 · Transmission · 136,064 miles · RI

The contact called on behalf of the dealer who owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact who is a Safety Emission Inspector for the dealer stated that the flex plate had fractured. The owner of the dealer was stopped at a traffic light when the engine seized, and the vehicle failed to move. After several attempts, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the flex plate was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer and had not been driven since the failure. The failure mileage was 136,064.

Filed Dec 9, 2024 · Engine, Transmission · 79,877 miles · HI

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to NHSTA Hotline for further assistance The approximate failure mileage was 79,877.

Questions about the 2015 Ford Edge transmission

Does the 2015 Ford Edge have transmission problems?

Owners have filed 118 complaints about the transmission of the 2015 Ford Edge, 16% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2015 Ford Edge transmission problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 60,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2015 Ford Edge transmission?

Yes, 1 recall: 22V413000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Ford Edge have bad transmission?

The Ford Edge model years with the most transmission complaints are 2019 (467 complaints), 2008 (277 complaints) and 2007 (193 complaints).

Other 2015 Ford Edge problems

Engine 214Brakes 133Visibility 54Electrical 53Body 51Driver assistance 49Steering 41Fuel system 31Acceleration 30Wheels 23Airbags 10Lights 9Seats 6Locks 5Seat belts 4Suspension 2Tires 1

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