2023 Ford Edge: Electrical System complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 8 owner complaints for the 2023 Ford Edge that list the electrical system component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11757324 (filed 08/16/2026): “On june 20th 2026 while driving my 2023 ford edge sel awd at approximately 35mph on an active hwy (93 az nb in wickenburg az) the vehicle experienced a sudden catastrophic loss of motive power and came to a sudden stop in a jerking motion. the vehicle completely disabled itself without warning in li…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11743536 (filed 06/11/2026): “Backup camera malfunctions. goes black and picture is fuzzy, jumpy and distorted.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11728165 (filed 03/31/2026): “I reported this the other day. the screen will go black and stay that way for several minutes. it will then come back on then out again. it's getting a lot worse. i'm an older lady that's a lower leg amputee trying to work and i need this screen for directions as i'm by myself in areas i don't reall…”
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: 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
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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