2016 Ford Edge vs 2016 Honda Pilot
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 | 2016 Ford Edge | 2016 Honda Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 884 | 1,677 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 208 | 365 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 21–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 60,701 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Edge | Honda Pilot |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 302 | 755 |
| Electrical System | 38 | 578 |
| Power Train | 85 | 197 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 19 | 165 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 88 | 45 |
| Service Brakes | 98 | 29 |
| Steering | 102 | 17 |
| Structure | 32 | 53 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 171 | 99 |
| Overheating | 113 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 89 | 32 |
| Stalling | 50 | 253 |
| Vibration / shaking | 38 | 51 |
| Loss of power | 31 | 57 |
| Clunking / rattling | 23 | 108 |
| Brake problems | 18 | 0 |
2016 Ford Edge
2016 Honda Pilot
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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.