Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (service brakes, ABS, rotors and pads, parking brake).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2016 Ford Edge owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH in the rain, the brake pedal was applied however, there was a delay in responding, and crashed into a Subaru Forester. There was an abnormal squeaking and squealing sound detected. The vehicle was drivable. While approaching a stoplight, there was an abnormal squealing noise, and there was an increase in stopping distance. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact sustained a sprained neck, and medical attention was provided. There was no reported fire or air bag deployment. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to a brake center where it was determined there was an ABS failure related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however the parts were not available. The hood was unable to be opened. The local dealer was not contacted. …
Faulty engine design leads to head gasket failure, engine misfire and stall. Engine stall can cause loss of vehicle motive and braking by loss of vacuum assisted braking. Dealer just completed service on this vehicle and reported the failure after completing repair on another defective part, the flexplate assembly. After completing repairs advised it likely has coolant intrusion issue. Did not inform customer about the TSB showing FORD determined the block is defective and should be replaced at customer cost. Ford has known about this issue since about 2011. These engines need to be recalled. Repair data available to mechanics and on popular video sites show that Fords updated block removes two water paths that interfere with head gasket seating on 2015 - 2019 Ford Edge 2.0L EcoBoost engines. …
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH and turning into a parking lot, the contact depressed the brake pedal however, the vehicle failed to stop immediately. The contact applied an excessive amount of pressure to the brake pedal and the pedal went to the floorboard before the vehicle stopped. The contact continued driving to the residence. After parking the vehicle, the low brake fluid warning light illuminated. The contact attempted to add brake fluid and became aware that the fluid level was not low. The contact noticed that the brake was still malfunctioning. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and noticed and became aware that there was brake fluid underneath the rear of the vehicle. The dealer diagnosed that the brake hose needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. …
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to stop. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated the vehicle coasted to a stop and she continued driving to her residence. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the VIN was associated with NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V469000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact was informed that the front driver's side brake hose and the rear driver's and passenger's side calipers needed to be replaced. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired by an independent mechanic but experienced the failure a second time. …
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V469000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and the recall repairs were completed. The contact stated shortly after the repair the rear brake line also experienced the failure. The contact took the vehicle back to the local dealer and had both rear brake lines replaced. The contact stated on February 26, 2023, he heard an abnormal sound and noticed the rear passenger's side tire was covered in brake fluid. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and made them aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000. …
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions and depressing the brake pedal to stop the vehicle, the message "Low Brake Fluid" was displayed, the brake pedal went to the floorboard, and the vehicle failed to respond as intended, causing the braking distance to be extended. The vehicle was taken to Auto Zone, where it was diagnosed and determined that the brake master cylinder had failed and the brake lines were leaking. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. …
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph when attempting to apply the brakes, however, the brakes were spongy then floored. The contact was able to coast to the nearest mechanic who diagnosed that the front brake line had fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact then stated that while there daughter was driving she experienced the same failure. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic a second time who diagnosed that the rear passenger brake line had fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and informed the contact that in order to be included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V469000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) they had to report to NHTSA and that there were no recalls regarding the rear brakes. …
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part for the repair was unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the remedy to be available. The contact stated that when applying the brakes, they noticed the brakes seemed to be dragging or slow to brake, and the contact noticed a sound as if an excessive amount of air pressure was being released when the brakes were applied. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer initially stated that the remedy would be available in April of 2026; however, they had not received notice that a remedy was available. The was contacted, and it was stated that the remedy would not be available, and they would not know more till around September of 2026. …
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that the brake pedal had to be depressed several times to the floor before the vehicle came to a complete stop. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a brake fluid leak on the passenger's side rear wheel. The contact was informed that the rear brake line needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure had occurred several times. Additionally, the vehicle was repaired twice with brake line failure; however, the contact was unable to recall which brake line was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline and report the failure. …
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that on two occasions while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but the brake pedal remained floored. The contact stated that the vehicle did not slow down as intended and the brake warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the brake lines needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The contact stated that the brake lines were replaced twice. The contact stated there was condensation underneath the front driver's side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the brake lines needed to be replaced again. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. …
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses and adjust brake jounce hoses with no damage present, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026.
Service brakes
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hoses with the new hoses that have a revised braid material, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021.
NHTSA investigations
Loss of braking caused by rear brake hose failure
On October 3, 2024, NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Preliminary Evaluation to investigate instances of rear brake hose ruptures causing a sudden and unexpected loss of braking in model year (MY) 2015-2017 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured by Ford Motor Company.
Brake complaints in other Edge years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 2016 Ford Edge?
NHTSA has 157 complaints about the brakes of the 2016 Ford Edge, 17% of the model year's 926 complaints. The component named most often is foundation components › hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (5 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2016 Ford Edge brake problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 25V-544 (hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, Aug 22, 2025); NHTSA recall 20V-469 (service brakes, Aug 10, 2020). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2016 Ford Edge brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 70,000 miles, and 8% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 5 crashes, 0 fires and 5 injuries to brakes problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.