2020 Ford Edge: Power Train complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 190 owner complaints for the 2020 Ford Edge that list the power train component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11773444 (filed 10/24/2026): “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…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11772068 (filed 10/19/2026): “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…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11770006 (filed 10/08/2026): “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…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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