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P0301 on Ford Edge

Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected

NHTSA Reports
35
Severity
high
Most Affected
2017, 2018, 2016
Crashes / Fires
1 / 1
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database · SAE J2012
Last reviewed: Last updated:

Methodology: Reviewed against the SAE J2012 generic DTC definition and NHTSA owner-complaint patterns, then scoped to Ford Edge context without treating complaints as confirmed diagnoses.

Sources: SAE/OBD-II definitions, manufacturer service information, and public reliability reports (including NHTSA where applicable).

Limits: Guidance is informational and may not match every model-year or revision. Confirm with the official manual and diagnostics before replacing parts. For safety-critical or electrical work, use a qualified technician.

What P0301 Means on Your Ford Edge

P0301 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected. This code relates to the ignition system system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

35 FORD EDGE owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2007-2018. Most reports come from the 2017, 2018 model years. The most commonly reported component is Engine (74.3% of reports).

Real Ford Edge Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"P0301 misfire in the engine and P0201 fuel injecter both should be recalled on all 2007 Ford edges as me and another lady both wrecked hitting a small poles and the business owners was nice and said to make it home safely since there was no damage."

— 2007 Ford Edge owner · ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · Filed 2023-10-21 ⚠️ Crash reported

"Vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power and started shaking violently, check engine light came on. towed to mechanic. electronic diagnostics codes p0351, p0352, p0354, p0301, p0302, p0316, p0420 bank catalyst below threshold."

— 2007 Ford Edge owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE · Filed 2013-07-20

"Recently my Check Engine Light came on and I had the vehicle diagnosed with a local repair shop. The code P0301:00-EC was pulled from the vehicles scan. Upon further research this code is linked to TSA 19-2208 issued 06/27/2019."

— 2015 Ford Edge owner · ENGINE · Filed 2025-06-10

"Car purchased as a CPO vehicle with 40,318 miles. Soon after I had regular maintenance service on 3/27/21 at 47,350 miles the car began to drag and the wheel on the driver side had a harder drive."

— 2015 Ford Edge owner · ENGINE · Filed 2021-06-21

"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed and the dealer retrieved DTC codes: P0301 and P0316."

— 2016 Ford Edge owner · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · Filed 2024-12-16

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

2
'07
2
'15
6
'16
16
'17
9
'18

Common Causes on Ford Edge

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

ENGINE 74.3%
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 8.6%
ENGINE and ENGINE COOLING 5.7%
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 2.9%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE 2.9%

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

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