2020 Ford Edge transmission problems

Filed Nov 4, 2026 · Transmission · 111,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the transmission was shifted into drive(D), the vehicle lunged forward and the vehicle shut off. The contact stated that the vehicle almost crashed into a concrete pillar. The contact stated that there was an unknown warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed torque converter and transmission. The contact was informed that the torque converter and the transmission needed to be replaced. The dealer was contacted and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 111,000.

Filed Nov 2, 2026 · Transmission · FL

The rear differential/rear drive unit (RDU) in my 2020 Ford Edge AWD is failing. I am concerned that this represents a broader known problem with the RDU that Ford has not adequately addressed for all affected vehicles. Ford has issued multiple service communications concerning the RDU in the Ford Edge. Ford SSM 49571 identified chatter/shudder during low speed turns on 2019 through 2021 Edge AWD vehicles associated with RDU fluid contamination. Ford subsequently issued SSM 51823 and SSM 52051 addressing the same RDU fluid contamination condition on 2019 through 2023 Edge AWD vehicles. More importantly, Ford previously issued Safety Recall 21S02, the federal safety agency Recall 21V011, covering certain 2020 Ford Edge AWD vehicles because the RDU could contain insufficient lubricating oil. Ford stated that insufficient RDU lubrication could cause the unit to seize, resulting in loss of mobility and potential loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash. That recall was limited to a specific production population. My vehicle is now experiencing failure of the same major drivetrain component but is not being repaired under a safety recall, leaving me responsible for the cost of repair or replacement. I am concerned that the population affected by RDU problems may extend beyond the vehicles included in the existing recall. I am requesting that the federal safety agency investigate RDU failures in 2020 Ford Edge AWD vehicles outside the population covered by Recall 21V011, including whether the repeated Ford service communications concerning the RDU indicate a broader defect and whether additional vehicles should be recalled. The problem began at approximately 60,000 miles. The symptoms are vibrating/grinding on the rear axel.

Filed Oct 28, 2026 · Transmission · OH

In August 2025 I received emails regarding 3 recall alerts specific to my vin and I took screenshots of them that have the date and my vin along with the 4 recalls. They are 20S49, 21S02, and 20C19 and 25S72. I immediately called Ricart Ford to get this issue resolved. They placed me on hold, and the recalls were removed from my vin. These repairs have never been completed nor were they ever fixed. The Transmission on this vehicle is terrible, and they know it, but my guess is it would cost Ford too much many to repair all of these vehicles. I do have proof of these previous recalls and these are unresolved issues and a hazard. If Ford refuses to fix the transmission and rear drive axle I will obtain legal counsel as this is dangerous. I have also had this vehicle in for another repair that was included in these recalls. Charged $2500 told the dealership the car runs the same and they refused to return the calls.

Filed Oct 24, 2026 · Transmission · MN

My transmission needs replacing. My car is jerky when it shifts, does not accelerate smoothly, and puts me in danger on the highway/freeway when trying to accelerate as sometimes it won’t and stalls for a moment before getting going. There are currently 100 on back order which clearly means there is an issue with this specific transmission and I’m not the only person with this problem. The car is only six years old and this should not be happening to a vehicle that is otherwise well maintained.

Filed Oct 19, 2026 · Transmission · 107,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the diagnosis determined that the torque converter required replacement. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 107,000.

Filed Oct 8, 2026 · Transmission · MI

Vehicle shudders and is sluggish. Dealer says torque converter needs replaced for $4700. This could leave me stranded on a highway or neighborhood. There are no warnings on my vehicle. Seems to be a very common problem in this vehicle. Vehicle has not been repaired yet due to cost. Parts are hard to get.

Filed Oct 2, 2026 · Transmission · NY

hard shifting of the transmission causes sudden acceleration interruption. the brief delay is concerning while entering traffic.

Filed Sep 26, 2026 · Transmission · OH

Vehicle shutters between 0-40 mph when shifting

Filed Sep 19, 2026 · Brakes, Engine · IN

I just bought this vehicle with a broken powertrain, torque converter, and warped rotors. These cars are mechanics special that should only be $2,000. Since it's a 2020 it is being sold for $18,800. It can be repossessed for a crap shoot car. Before this I bought a 2016 Buick Enclave with also a broken torque converter issues. The engineers in car industry have failed. I would rather buy an older pre 2015 mechanics special for $1,200-$2,400, NOT $12,000-$18,800 for a POS drivetrain and transmission. A recall needs to be mandated for all these cars. Stiffing the consumer is unethical. With how our government and economy has been, we have had enough with being stuck with inadequacies.

Filed Sep 18, 2026 · Transmission · FL

Shuttering/Jerking at lower speeds