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2012 Ford Edge SE

The 2012 Ford Edge SE is a 285-hp 3.5-liter V6 with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $27,770 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

It makes 285 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 253 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

The Edge measures 184.2 inches long on a 111.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,056 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$27,770 ($39,309 *)
MSRP with Destination$28,595 ($40,476 *)
Destination Charge$825
Engine
Engine Type3.5L V6
Displacement3.5 L
Horsepower285 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Torque253 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission6-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City19 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Combined22 MPG
Tank Capacity18 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17.0 in
Wheels Rear17.0 in
Tires FrontP235/65R17
Tires RearP235/65R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length184.2 in
Width87.5 in
Height67 in
Wheelbase111.2 in
Curb Weight4,056 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (15.9 % risk)
Tested variant: 2012 Ford Edge SUV FWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2012 Ford Edge SUV AWD: 4 ★ overall

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Ford EDGE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jul 2, 2014 · POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles manufactured September 2, 2010, to November 30, 2013; 2013-2014 Ford Taurus and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured August 25, 2011, to November 30, 2013; and 2013-2014 Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured September 12, 2011, to November 30, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the halfshaft retention circlip may not have been properly installed, and as a result, the halfshaft may move outward and disengage from the linkshaft while driving and without prior warning.

Consequence: If the halfshaft and linkshaft become disengaged while driving, power will no longer be transmitted to the wheels, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park', increasing the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles to make sure that the halfshaft is properly retained. If it is not, dealers will replace the linkshaft and also replace the halfshaft if it shows evidence of spline damage, free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S10.

NHTSA campaign 14V393000

Jan 6, 2014 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Edge vehicles manufactured from September 2, 2010, through April 25, 2013, and equipped with 2.0L engines. The fuel line pulse damper metal housing may crack as a result of an improper manufacturing process. A cracked fuel line pulse damper housing may result in a combination of fuel odor, weepage, or a continuous leak while the fuel system is pressurized.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line with one that does not have a damper, free of charge. The safety recall began on February 25, 2014. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 13S13. IMPORTANT: This recall supersedes recall 12V-438. All vehicles that have been remedied under the previous recall need to have the current remedy applied.

NHTSA campaign 14V002000

Sep 7, 2012 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Ford is recalling certain 2012 Edge vehicles manufactured from September 2, 2010, through October 31, 2011, equipped with 2.0L engines. The fuel line pulse damper metal housing may crack as a result of an improper manufacturing process. A cracked fuel line pulse damper housing may result in a combination of fuel odor, weepage, or a continuous leak while the fuel system is pressurized.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on September 27, 2012. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332.

NHTSA campaign 12V438000

1,134 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Ford EDGE

Owner Complaints

1,134 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Ford EDGE (26 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 12 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System462
Service Brakes273
Unknown Or Other177
Structure168
Exterior Lighting84
Engine60
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 3, 2026 · Electrical System
“Back up camera is inverted. Parking guidelines do not work with inverted image. Almost hit a child due to inverted image”
Sep 3, 2026 · Electrical System
“Back up camera is inverted. Parking guidelines do not work with inverted image. Almost hit a child due to inverted image”
Aug 16, 2026 · Unknown Or Other, Back Over Prevention, Forward Collision Avoidance
“Constant warnings about Forward Collision Warning. Also, backup Camera works intermittently and does not produce parking grid lines.”
Jul 24, 2026 · Power Train, Engine
“Engine keeps throwing sensors and transmission has hard shifting and slips ford is against changing fluid because i have put mileage on it. Loses power at stop of red lights”
Jul 21, 2026 · Service Brakes
“The brakes are hard to mash and spongey and it has a hissing kind of sound I believe it is a brake booster. When I bought the vehicle used from a dealership they told me it didn't have any recalls on…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2012 FORD EDGE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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