2008 Ford Edge vs 2008 Ford Escape
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Ford Edge | 2008 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,118 | 1,972 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 31 | 41 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 39 | 59 |
| Fire reports | 15 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 19–32 |
| Median reported mileage | 87,000 mi | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Edge | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 20 | 1,125 |
| Power Train | 277 | 329 |
| Air Bags | 437 | 31 |
| Electrical System | 158 | 135 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 91 | 175 |
| Service Brakes | 76 | 120 |
| Engine | 91 | 83 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 58 | 36 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 56 | 92 |
| Clunking / rattling | 56 | 24 |
| Loss of power | 44 | 133 |
| Airbag warning light | 44 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 31 | 61 |
| Check engine light | 28 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 27 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 156 |
2008 Ford Edge
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.