2013 Ford Edge: Door ajar light stays on
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2013 Edge report: door ajar light stays on. CarComplaints.com lists 381 owner complaints, average mileage 57,050 miles.
NHTSA has 853 owner complaints for the 2013 Edge in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11763237 (filed 09/09/2026): “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 …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11755153 (filed 08/05/2026): “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…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replaced door latch assembly (80 reports) clean or replace door ajar sensor (38 reports) replace door latch (15 reports) driver side door latch assembly had to be replaced by dealer (3 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Finding and splicing chewed wiring is doable with a multimeter and patience but can be time-consuming; harness replacement is pro work. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $410 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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Sources
Estimated repair cost: door latch assembly / latch actuator replacement (one door)
Average shop cost
$180
Range $100–$280 (labor)
1.0–2.0 h × $100–$139/h estimated shop labor rate
Parts not included.
Average mobile mechanic cost
$270
Range $150–$415 (labor)
Shop labor × 1.5 (mobile convenience premium)
Parts not included.
Estimates only, not a quote. Actual prices vary by vehicle, shop and location. See the estimate for your city → · About this repair and its cost
Same repair on other models: 2021 Toyota 4Runner: Door actuator failed
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