10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
20,582 miles

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problem #31

Feb 032024

Edge

  • 126,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 45-?"50 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. While starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the wrench symbol was displayed. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shaking and slow to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that a torque replacement was needed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred to the NHTSA Hotline, but no assistance was provided. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V390000 (Power Train). The failure mileage was approximately 126,000.

- Saint Johns, MI, USA

problem #30

Oct 012023

Edge

  • miles
2.0 Ecoboost complete failure Engine thermostat failure

- Semmes, AL, USA

problem #29

Oct 032023

Edge

  • miles
coolant leak into engine cylinders 2018 Ford edge ecoboost engine ford dealer said vin # not under recall but know design flaw across the board with engine

- Attleboro, MA, USA

problem #28

Sep 142023

Edge

  • miles
My check engine light was on and my car would shake and vibrate upon staring the engine. I was running low on coolant when I shouldn-??t be despite no signs of leaking on the ground. I took it to an authorized shop by Carfax, it-??s Autotech in O Fallon, MO. They ran diagnostic tests and the codes were P0302 and P0316, which apparently are common issues with Ford Edges between 2015-2018. The shop owner said it-??s normal for these cars even with low miles to end up needing a new engine bc of how Ford built them to where there are cylinder misfires causing coolant to leak into the engine causing engine failure. I asked why there were no recalls on this known issues and he assumed it must be bc no one died yet. I have since been reading thread after thread online of customers having this same issue and needing a new engine some even after only 25,000 and 50,000 miles. I bought my car used less than a year and a half ago with 59,000 miles on it and was not offered a warranty, which I know no why, they probably knew of the issue and the dealership didn-??t want to be on the hook to cover a new engine. So now I-??m stuck with an unsafe car to drive or shell out $9000 on a new engine that will fail like others who had theirs replaced only to have the same thing happen. I love my car and don-??t want to give it up. How can Ford take ownership of their poor design flaw that is causing this to happen and put us at risk of being stranded or worse when our engine blows" Ford tough-??how so? These cars are worthless after only 25,000 for some. For me I only got 15000 miles out of my car that I still owe $17,000 on and now I-??m told I have to pay almost $10,000 to replace the engine for their design flaw that they have known for years is a major issue? There are lawsuits for this issue. There is class action in California for this issue. How can they get away with this" I-??m stranded right now and I can-??t afford to fix it and nor should I have to. Ford should be held accountable, not me.

- O'fallon, MO, USA

problem #27

Aug 172023

Edge

  • miles
Purchased a 2018 ford edge new I-??m early 2019. The car has 65k miles and needs a new engine due to coolant leak into cylinder 3. This should be a recall item and Ford refuses to stand by its product. An engine with miles this low should not need replacement.

- Temperance, MI, USA

problem #26

Aug 202023

Edge

  • miles
Ford Edge using coolant, temperature light turning on. Scanner indicates misfiring on cylinder #3. TSB report shows ongoing issue with a cracked cylinder, #3, causing the misfiring and coolant use. Vehicle has only 77K miles on it and maintained by dealership. This is a on going issue that apparently can only be resolved by replacing the engine.

- Mays Landing, NJ, USA

problem #25

Aug 092023

Edge

  • miles
Bought used Feb. 2023. End of March cylinder 3 misfire code pops when the check engine light comes on. Replaced all spark plugs and 1 engine coil for cylinder 3. On off until Aug. 9th when the light came back on and I took to Ford Dealership. Paid for a diagnosis and the next day they called and said the coolant is leaking into the engine and this is a -??known issue-?? and I will need a new engine. I have barely put 3,000 miles on top of the miles it came with. Should not have to pay for a new engine with a -??known issue-??!

- Washougal , WA, USA

problem #24

Jul 292023

Edge

  • miles
Car just hit 100000 miles. Engine light came on. Took to Barnes Crossing Ford in New Albany. After inspection was in formed coolant was leaking into engine and block needed to be replaced.The car did not overheat but the coolant leaking into engine could have ignited a fire due to other chemicals present such as oil, and other fluids needed to operate motor. TSB was already issued regarding this defect as well as multiple complaints and a recall on escapes and fusions that ended in 2022. Because of lack of investigation and safe recall this problem continues to pose a danger to myself and others. Motor has to be replaced at the nominal fee of $6500. The problem continues to exist.

- New Albany , MS, USA

problem #23

May 172023

Edge

  • miles
We were sent a recall notice from Ford (Program 22N12-Flexplate) in September 2022. Our vehicle was in the service department for an engine replacement in August of 2022. I asked my local dealer to make repair before I left for a trip from Lewisville, TX to Athens, Ga for our granddaughter's graduation. They would not because the FLEXPLATE must be broken. On our return trip home, we pulled into our hotel in Laurel, Ms. There was loud noise from the engine compartment. Went to the local dealer and he said come back in the morning and they would check it out. They found the flexplate broken and the dealer said the vehicle was unsafe to drive. Thank God it broke in town rather than on the lonely interstate at night. We believe this program should be completed immediately before you are left alone on the side of the interstate. In addition, we incurred extra expenses that Ford is not reimbursing us.

- Lewisville, TX, USA

problem #22

Apr 212023

Edge

  • 74,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to an independent mechanic. The independent mechanic diagnosed that the wiring harness had become loosened and was chewed up by the idler pulley, causing a shortage in the PCM and the fuel sensors. The vehicle was repaired. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving two weeks later, the vehicle made abnormal rattling sounds. The vehicle was taken to several Pep Boys, and an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the rattling was coming from the engine; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The contact received notice of Ford Campaign Number: 22N12, which she related to the failure. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact to schedule an appointment for a diagnostic test; however, the parts were not available for the repair. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to Pep Boys, who diagnosed that cylinder #2 was misfiring. Additionally, the contact was informed that there was no coolant in the vehicle. The contact stated that she replaced the cylinder and spark plugs herself; however, the vehicle was still experiencing abnormal coolant consumption. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000.

- Eden, NC, USA

problem #21

Dec 012022

Edge

  • miles
The contacts husband owns 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving various mph on multiple occasions the vehicle accelerates without the accelerator pedal being pressed. Additionally, when the vehicle is shut off the engine still sounds like its runs. The check engine and powertrain malfunction safety warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and a case number was provided. The failure mileage was 67,500.

- Belleville, MI, USA

problem #20

Feb 032023

Edge

  • miles
The vehicle is a 2018 Ford Edge and has less than 100k miles on it. Car was leaking coolant and we took it to the dealership where they told us it was leaking coolant into cylinder 4 and was possibly a cracked head. They had an adjuster, from the warranty company, inspected the vehicle and the adjuster stated we needed a new motor on 2/20/23 then 3 days later, 2/23/23, the warranty company contacted the dealership and told them they revoked the engine swap. They stated it must be damaged by an internally lubricated part. The dealership also put in an appeal to the denial. We've been having a constant battle with the warranty since February 4th. My car was in shop for 36 consecutive days and has yet to be fixed. The vehicle can overheat due to the constant leak of coolant and catch on fire or potentially blow up the entire motor while operating. We have been in emotional distress, extreme financial distress and its attempted child endangerment. I take my vehicle to and from work and to pick up my 2 year old son from daycare. If the engine was to blow, we could crash or get stuck and it could be fatal to both my child and I and my husband if he is driving.

- Hardinsburg, KY, USA

problem #19

Jan 052023

Edge

  • 55,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the vehicle lunged forward while being started. Additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V413000 (Power Train). The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.

- Silver Spring, MD, USA

problem #18

Jan 092023

Edge

  • 70,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced under an unknown recall for a flex plate; however, the failure was experienced. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle would jerk while driving. The contact stated that the dealer was contacted and informed her to drive the vehicle for 3 days and if the light remained on to bring the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who diagnosed the failure as coolant leaking into a valve and the engine needing to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired as the warranty company informed her that this was a known Ford defect. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact to call the NHTSA Hotline. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

- Chester, VA, USA

problem #17

Dec 272022

Edge

  • 88,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while after a stop sign and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that the vehicle jerked and then abruptly accelerated with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the torque converter and clutch cylinder needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. On another occasion while attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to respond and started jerking. The contact pulled over on the side of the road and looked under the hood and noticed smoke coming from the transmission. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The dealer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V390000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to file a complaint. The failure mileage was 88,000.

- Stapleton, AL, USA

problem #16

Oct 262022

Edge

  • miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V413000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission failed to shift into the intended gear, and then the vehicle lost motive power. The dealer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was unavailable.

- Sylmar, CA, USA

problem #15

Jul 182022

Edge

  • miles
My vehicle is not listed under the recall 17S16(2) this is an expansion to recall 17V-427 yet my car has been sitting for 4 months at a FORD dealership because the TORQUE CONVERTOR that is not performing IS ON BACKORDER. Why is FORD being allowed to string me the consumer along until they decide that this is a big problem? I received a Service Notice (Customer Satisfaction Program 22N12 stating that they are aware of a problem with the flexplate, transmission fluid pump and Torque convertor but no RESOLUTION. I cannot AFFORD to keep making car payments for a car I cannot drive. I am beyond frustrated and FORD will not communicate with me.

- Pesotum, IL, USA

problem #14

Oct 122022

Edge

  • miles
My vehicle only has 77K miles on it and is already needing an entirely new engine due to coolant intrusion into the cylinder. We discovered this after replacing all the spark plugs in the vehicle and the check engine light not disengaging. You should not have to replace an entire engine with only 77K miles. This is a known issue with FORD referencing two bulletin's - the first bulletin #19-2346 and now with bulletin #22-2133. They are refusing to cover the repairs 100% and expecting the consumer to pay 40% of the cost of their known issue of a $10K repair ticket. It also clearly states in the recent bulletin that the MIL may or may not engage with this issue. If we had know that this was an issue with this vehicle inside the 5 year/60K mile powertrain warraty which would have covered the repairs 100% we would have taken care of it then. The MIL was never engaged and provided any indication that this was going on. It was discovered after the MIL engaged at 77K miles and we took it in for service and had all spark plugs replaced costing almost $300 in repairs just to discover that did not resolve the check engine light to stop illuminating. This vehicle has been maticulously maintained since taking ownership of it in 2018. All service records are available if needed.

- Stevensville, MD, USA

problem #13

Aug 292022

Edge

  • miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V413000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

problem #12

May 012021

Edge

  • 20,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle hesitated and stalled on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where the transmission was repaired. However, the failure reoccurred. No further information was available. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 20,000.

- Houston, TX, USA

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