10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 5 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 1 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 74,214 miles
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Brake Booster is faulty. I was told this is a known problem for the Ford Edge. A faulty brake booster is dangerous if not fixed asap. The cost to fix is 900 dollars. Since this is a known issue with brake booster it really should be a recall item. IMO
- Hebron, KY, USA
I was driving my 2010 Ford egde, when I noticed that it was taking longer to stop the vehicle. Also, when I was applying the brakes, there was an air sound. It was like it was hissing. I knew somehting was wrong. I thought it was because I just had the front brakes replaced and that the mechanic may have forgotten to bleed the lines or that the vehicle was low on brake fluid. I went back to the mechainc and they checked it out again. They figured out that it was the brake booster that was faulty and that the part was inexpensive but the labor was high becuase of the amount of time it takes to fix it. I went online to see if there was a recall for the brake booster and there was for certain 2010 Ford Edges. When I typed in my VIN, the recall did not come up. I called Ford direct to see if my vehicle was included in the recall and they said that my VIN was not. Now mind you, the vehicle is 14 years old, but it only had 107989 miles on it. So needless to say, I had to pay out of pocket to get it fixed. It cost $1255.26. That included the stop light switch that has to be replaced when replacing the brake booster. I don't understand why all of the 2010 Ford Edges weren't recalled because it seems that just about every one that owns one will have to replace this.
- Baton Rouge, LA, USA
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that due to the failure, the contact's vehicle rear-ended the vehicle in front of the contact's vehicle. The contact stated that there was no damage to either. The contact stated no police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 59,000.
- Hemet, CA, USA
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while his brother was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. During the failure, the braking system malfunctioned, causing the brake pedal to extend to the floorboard and the vehicle failed to stop immediately. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. Additionally, while the vehicle was in for service it was discovered that the subframe was rusted. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 114,116.
- Staten Island, NY, USA
Brake booster leak. Very dangerous and expensive to fix!!!!
- Owensboro, KY, USA
Brake fail's due to leak in brake booster, brakes still work but extreme pressure on pedal required to stop car and extra time and distance required to stop or slow car. Car garaged entire life and only just turned 100K on odometer. This should be a recall in the interest of safety as many people have reported this and no action on Ford's part to correct this dangerous situation. This has been talked about many times on internet.
- Palm Harbor, FL, USA
Power steering fluid leaking.Had hoses replaced, but problem still persist.No.2 Power brakes lost, pedal very hard. Very lucky, not to hit car in front of me. Car is in shop, mechanic tells me it probablyneeds Power booster replaced. no warning signs.
- N Wildwood, Nj, NJ, USA
Brakes not working right, feel spongy. Not sure if I would stop at stop signs or coming up behind other vehicles. Also heard a hissing sound when stepping on brakes. Took to Brakes Plus center and they determined it was the power brake booster and master cylinder and that the car should not be driven due to the severity of the problem. We called a Ford Dealership and validated my vin was not part of a recall and that the car had never had this issue fixed previously. The Brakes Plus employee found there was a recall for this exact issue, but as stated before, the vin was not part of this recall. I had to have the brakes fixed immediately to prevent harm to others or myself. I called a Ford Dealership to get an appointment, left a message, but still have not heard back from them so I had it fixed at Brakes Plus. The car never displayed any warning that I am aware of. Due to this being a known severe issue, I believe Ford should cover this issue regardless of the year, model or mileage of car. It seems to be a part that was used in many Ford vehicles and should have been a recall for any vehicle.
- Goodyear, AZ, USA
Component: Brake Booster The brakes became incredibly difficult to press making it very difficult to stop. This was extremely dangerous. Dealer said it was the brake booster which they replaced for over $1,000. There were no warning lamps or messages.
- Smithville, MO, USA
Faulty Brake Booster / Ruptured Diaphram causing brake failure ! Repair cost was $1200 ($879 for 5 hrs work performed & $324 for a new brake booster) Brakes went out unexpectedly on the Highway ! VERY DANGEROUS & A VERY COSTLY REPAIR
- Dunedin, FL, USA
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving, there was a hissing noise detected. The contact had to slam on the brake pedal to stop. While her brother was driving, he had to continuously pump the brakes for the vehicle to stop. The ABS and traction control warning lights were illuminated. While her daughter was driving at 20 mph, she crashed into an unknown truck. There were no reported injuries. There was no police report, fire, or air deployment. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who stated that the vehicle was working as designed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed her that the failure was due to the brake booster. The manufacturer was contacted, who informed her there was no warranty coverage. The approximate failure was 91,765.
- Gilbertsville, NY, USA
Brakes making air noise when pressed
- Griffith, IN, USA
Car started having issues when trying to brake it was as if the pedal was harder to push and the car was slowing but hard to stop. Also a hissing noise from the brake booster area above where feet are on driverside as well as a high litch squeal once pressed down to a certain point. Its only been getting worse even after changing brakes and rotors. The vehicle just doesnt stop when pressures applied so i have to push pedal hard and while the car doesnt stop the brake sometimes seems to kick in and jerk to a stop but u have to apply alot of pressure to pedal and can hear a hissing noise the whole time using the breaks
- Denver, PA, USA
The contact owns a 2010 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop in a reasonable amount of time. The contact pumped the brake pedal for approximately 30 seconds before the vehicle came to a stop in a nearby parking lot. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the brake parts were replaced; however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 111,940.
- Logan, NM, USA
Brake Booster failure - Very difficult to slow/stop vehicle. An older person or someone with poor leg strength would have a very difficult time stopping the vehicle and chances for crash would be greatly increased.
- Woodbury, MN, USA
Component: Brake Booster/Master cylinder Available for inspection: yes Safety: Hissing sounds from brakes; have difficultly stopping; either the brake pedals become extremely hard and difficult to press down or soft that there is not enough pressure to stop. Either way it is extremely dangerous. On several occasions I have almost ran into traffic or hit another car because I haven't been able to stop. Warning: No warning light. My warning was running into oncoming traffic due to the inability to stop become of the brakes. Timing: The past month
- Oklahoma City, OK, USA
Brake pedal is hard and hard to stop. Also making a hissing noise
- Midlothian, TX, USA
Component: Brake Booster/Master cylinder Available for inspection: yes Safety: Hissing sounds from brakes; have difficultly stopping; either the brake pedals become extremely hard and difficult to press down or soft that there is not enough pressure to stop. Either way it is extremely dangerous. On several occasions I have almost ran into traffic or hit another car because I haven't been able to stop. Warning: No warning light. My warning was running into oncoming traffic due to the inability to stop become of the brakes. Timining: The past few months.
- Ladson, SC, USA
Brakes are hard to push and they squeal, This is after several repairs. I have had front and rear pads and rotors replaced, replaced the power brake booster. Also I bought this car new and every time I am applying the brakes and turning the steering wheel to the left something underneath hits on the break and you can hear it and feel it.
- St. Peters, MO, USA
- Jacksonville, FL, USA