Ford Edge Brake Problems

Brake complaints by model year

Which parts fail

• Foundation components › Master cylinder
  16
• Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  15
• Foundation components
  5
• Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › ABS warning light
  5
• Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
  4
• Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
  3
• Power assist › Vacuum
  3
• Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
  2

Components named in complaints (service brakes, ABS, rotors and pads, parking brake).

Mileage when the problem started

• Under 25k
  1168%
• 25k–50k
  16112%
• 50k–75k
  27820%
• 75k–100k
  27920%
• 100k–150k
  44232%
• 150k+
  1188%

What owners report

I hit a very large item, a diesel tire, and although it broke the tires control arm or axle and was driving and sliding sideways, the cruise control never turned off. Even after hit the brakes it took it a minute before it turned off. This is a big safety issue.

The contact rented a 2023 Ford Edge. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the brake warning light illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. Additionally, the contact stated that the steering wheel became firm. The vehicle was able to restart after several attempts after each failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

I was driving the Ford Edge and the roads were a little slick so I was driving very slow. I was about 2 blocks from my house when I needed to engage the brakes to come to a complete stop, which happened to be going downhill toward a stop sign that intersected with a freeway off ramp. Both the brakes and ABS failed to engage and I hit a guard rail across the intersection. This caused significant damage to my vehicle and was very lucky that no one was hurt. The "Check Brake System" only came up after I ran into the guard rail, which was also the only time I needed to fully engage the brake to come to a full stop. The shop confirmed that the accident would not have damaged the brakes.

Vehicle was traveling on a rural road when driver attempted to brake. Driver witnessed flames from under their vehicle when applying brakes. Driver had to stop the vehicle by laying it in a ditch and escaping the engulfed car. Post accident it was noted and shown a significant amount of brake fluid on the ground from the incident. Bystanders say that the vehicle was blowing flames out from under neath while attempting to stop.

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated while she was depressing the brake pedal to slow the vehicle down in order to park but the brake pedal traveled the floorboard. The vehicle failed to stop and crashed into a wall where it came to a stop. The contact mentioned that the Forward Collision Avoidance/Emergency Automatic Braking failed to detect that the wall was in front and prevent the collision. The contact sustained minor injuries that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and they stated that no failure was determined. The manufacturer was contacted and advised she will receive a call and to contact the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 17,015.

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was shuddering. The service transmission warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the torque converter needed to be replaced. Additionally, the contact was informed that the ABS sensor and the wheel speed sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40-45 MPH, the RPMs suddenly began to increase, with white cloud of smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact pulled over and parked and turned off the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the head gasket had failed to seal and secure the coolant, causing a coolant leak into the engine. The mechanic informed the contact that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V469000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and referred them to Ford. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 89,918.

Found 2 pea sized, spots of something on garage floor over 2 months period of time. Car had seemed to OK with exception of occasional delay in shifting gears. Returning from long drive home, car started jerking and studdering upon acceleration as merging onto highway. This happened several times throughout drive home. Could have been easily rear ended on busy highway, we were very nervous. The system light went on only during the intense jerking, when car was turned off, system light never turned back on when restarted. Vehicle Health report, did not detect any issues. Brought into dealership, they had 5 weeks total, was told needed new transmission and front brakes. They said "luck of the draw" was the cause of the transmission problem. $4800.00 Upon pickup of Edge, studdering noted in brakes. Returned car, another $500, they said rear brakes now needed. …

Related recalls (2)

NHTSA investigations