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Ford Edge 2

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

1.0 / 5.0 · Based on 3 engine variants · How we rate
Most Fun Engine

245 PS

Edge · Benzin

Strong EcoBoost Edge

Decent
Problem Engine

150–241 PS

2.0L EcoBlue Bi-Turbo Diesel

7 weaknesses

Stay Away!

Generations


Engine Overview

The Ford Edge 2 is available with 3 engine variants — from 150 to 245 hp.

2.0L EcoBlue Bi-Turbo · Diesel· 150–238 PS
2018 2024

2.0 EcoBlue Bi-Turbo 176 kW/240 hp 8AT, S-Max II facelift (2018-2023) / Galaxy III facelift

  • !! Continental Injector Coating Defect (2019) from 50,000 km

    Continental injectors with a faulty internal coating (vehicles built Feb–Sep 2019). The coating delaminates and blocks the injector. Ford service action: free injector replacement (Ford TSB-20-2335). Affected vehicles: Transit, Ranger, Focus, Mondeo, S-Max, Galaxy, Edge.

    Symptoms: Hesitation, poor idle, power reduction, increased fuel consumption, limp mode
    0–2,000 $
  • !! DPF Clogging from Injector Soot Ingestion from 80,000 km

    Faulty injectors generate excessive soot that prematurely clogs the DPF. On the high-output variant (190 hp), soot also blocks the low-pressure filter of the dual EGR system. Repair requires simultaneous replacement of injectors AND DPF (TSB-20-2335). Replacing the DPF alone does not resolve the issue long-term.

    Symptoms: Fault codes P2002, P02EC, P02FA, check engine light, power reduction
    500–2,500 $
  • !! Bi-Turbo Boost Control Failure from 100,000 km

    The bi-turbo of the 2.0 EcoBlue 190 hp can fail to regulate boost correctly under high load (e.g. towing). Limp mode activates; fault code P2599 is typical.

    Symptoms: Engine limp mode under full load, whistling on acceleration, limp mode activation, power loss
    1,200–3,000 $

+ 4 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses

2.0L EcoBlue TDCi · Diesel· 179–211 PS
2016 2019

2.0 TDCi 132 kW/180 hp, Mondeo V (CD391 2014-2022)

  • !! Continental Injector Coating Defect (2019) from 50,000 km

    Continental injectors with a faulty internal coating (vehicles built Feb–Sep 2019). The coating delaminates and blocks the injector. Ford service action: free injector replacement (Ford TSB-20-2335). Affected vehicles: Transit, Ranger, Focus, Mondeo, S-Max, Galaxy, Edge.

    Symptoms: Hesitation, poor idle, power reduction, increased fuel consumption, limp mode
    0–2,000 $
  • !! DPF Clogging from Injector Soot Ingestion from 80,000 km

    Faulty injectors generate excessive soot that prematurely clogs the DPF. On the high-output variant (190 hp), soot also blocks the low-pressure filter of the dual EGR system. Repair requires simultaneous replacement of injectors AND DPF (TSB-20-2335). Replacing the DPF alone does not resolve the issue long-term.

    Symptoms: Fault codes P2002, P02EC, P02FA, check engine light, power reduction
    500–2,500 $
  • !! Oil Bath Belt Clogs Oil Pump Strainer from 100,000 km

    The oil bath timing belt disintegrates and clogs the oil pump strainer with debris particles. The engine dies from oil starvation — bearings, crankshaft, camshaft and turbocharger are destroyed.

    Symptoms: No prior warning: oil pressure drops, engine runs rough, then total destruction. Belt itself may look intact visually.
    1,900–2,300 $

+ 4 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses

2.0L EcoBoost · Petrol· 245 PS
2016 2019

2.0L EcoBoost in the Ford Edge. Large SUV with considerable weight. Shares typical 2.0 EcoBoost weaknesses — fuel pump and carbon deposits at high mileage.

  • !! Low-pressure fuel pump (LPFP) failure from 120,000 km

    The in-tank low-pressure fuel pump is a known weak point across all 2.0 EcoBoost engines. A clogged fuel filter increases pump load until failure.

    Symptoms: Stumbling and power loss under load, difficult starting, code P0087, sudden engine stall.
    400–1,200 $
  • !! Hairline cracks in cylinder block (coolant loss) from 120,000 km

    Older 2.0 EcoBoost engines show hairline cracks in the open-deck block at high mileages, with coolant ingress. The problem existed until around 2019; the newer block is more robust.

    Symptoms: Coolant loss without visible leak, rough cold start, oil-coolant mix.
    3,000–9,000 $
  • !! Hairline crack in cylinder block — coolant entering combustion chamber from 60,000 km

    A design-series defect up to mid-2019: a hairline crack in the cylinder block between the cylinders allows coolant to enter the combustion chamber. Ford revised the block from mid-2019.

    Symptoms: Coolant loss without external leak; rough engine running on cold start; white smoke from the exhaust; milky coolant.
    3,000–8,000 $

+ 3 more engine weaknesses + vehicle weaknesses

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
PowerShift: sticking, oil loss, limp mode

The 6-speed PowerShift dual-clutch gearbox (6DCT450) in the Edge II tends toward stiff gear changes, oil leaks, and limp mode. Regular gearbox oil changes every 50,000–60,000 km are crucial.

Symptoms: Shuddering when pulling away, limp mode activation, reverse gear unavailable, oil patches under the vehicle.
from 70,000 km
High
!8F35 Transmission Shudder (TSB 25-2154)

2019–2022 Edge with 8F35 automatic can shudder during acceleration up to 35 mph. TSB 25-2154 addresses torque converter vibration via PCM and transmission software update. Torque converter replacement for persistent cases.

Symptoms: Shudder/vibration during acceleration up to 35 mph
from 60,000 km
High
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Below average
3,974 complaints · 2016–2024
  1. 01 Engine
    1,485 ⚠ 4
  2. 02 Powertrain
    884 ⚠ 12
  3. 03 Engine & Cooling
    548
  4. 04 Brakes
    407 ⚠ 25
  5. 05 Other
    335 ⚠ 14

Top Reported Issues

Engine (1485 complaints)
Powertrain (884 complaints)
Engine & Cooling (548 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues +

A total of 32 weaknesses have been documented for the Ford Edge 2 (2016–2024) — 20 engine-related and 12 vehicle-related. 3 problem engines: T8CC (2.0L EcoBlue TDCi), YLCB (2.0L EcoBlue Bi-Turbo), EcoBoost-2.0-Edge (2.0L EcoBoost). Typical issues affect Gearbox, Electronics, Other, Cooling.

Edge (T8CC, 2016–2019) — Stay Away!: Continental Injector Coating Defect (2019), DPF Clogging from Injector Soot Ingestion, Oil Bath Belt Clogs Oil Pump Strainer. Power: 179 PS.

Edge (T8CC, 2016–2019) — Stay Away!: Continental Injector Coating Defect (2019), DPF Clogging from Injector Soot Ingestion, Oil Bath Belt Clogs Oil Pump Strainer. Power: 211 PS.

Edge (YLCB, 2018–2024) — Stay Away!: Continental Injector Coating Defect (2019), DPF Clogging from Injector Soot Ingestion, Bi-Turbo Boost Control Failure. Power: 150 PS.

Edge (YLCB, 2018–2024) — Stay Away!: Continental Injector Coating Defect (2019), DPF Clogging from Injector Soot Ingestion, Bi-Turbo Boost Control Failure. Power: 190 PS.

Edge (YLCB, 2018–2021) — Stay Away!: Continental Injector Coating Defect (2019), DPF Clogging from Injector Soot Ingestion, Bi-Turbo Boost Control Failure. Power: 238 PS.

Edge (EcoBoost-2.0-Edge, 2016–2019) — Stay Away!: Low-pressure fuel pump (LPFP) failure, Hairline cracks in cylinder block (coolant loss), Hairline crack in cylinder block — coolant entering combustion chamber. Power: 245 PS.

What to watch out for with the Ford Edge? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Ford Edge 2 have? +
The Ford Edge 2 has 20 known engine weaknesses and 12 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Ford Edge 2? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
None of the available engines are rated 'Good Choice'. Stay away! The most fun to drive is the EcoBoost-2.0-Edge (2.0L EcoBoost). Problem engine: YLCB (2.0L EcoBlue Bi-Turbo) — stay away!
Which Ford Edge 2 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Ford Edge 2 — rated: "Decent". {description} 245 hp EcoBoost in the Edge: well powered for a large SUV. No driving fun, but composed.
Is the Ford Edge 2 worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the Ford Edge 2 — 3 of 3 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'. The engine choice is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Ford Edge 2? +
The Ford Edge 2 is available with engine variants from 150 to 245 hp. Petrol: EcoBoost-2.0-Edge (2.0L EcoBoost). Diesel: T8CC (2.0L EcoBlue TDCi), YLCB (2.0L EcoBlue Bi-Turbo).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee