10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 1 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 40,257 miles
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First my front right brake line severed in 2023. I took it to Les Schwab and had it repaired and I paid for it. Later, I found out it was part of a "Recall". The local Ford Dealer said they could not reimburse me for my repair cost due to timing issues. However, they replaced both front brake lines (even though the right side had already been recently replaced). Yesterday, my rear brake line is severely damaged and leaking brake fluid and my brakes are "soft". This is not not safe. Why were only the front brake lines recalled" What about the rear brake lines? Les Schwab is trying to repair my car. They can't get a new rear brake line. They contacted Ford and were told the rear brake line comes from Minnesota and that there are none in stock in western US. According to Ford it has to be ordered and will take 2 weeks. I called several Ford numbers for Customer Service and support. They are not willing to help me out. I was told I would have to bring my car to a Ford Dealer and have it diagnosed by Ford before they could order the rear brake line. It takes 2 weeks to get an appointment. Then once Ford diagnoses my car, they will order the part which would take another 2 weeks. I can't drive my car for one month with bad brakes.! I need my vehicle to go to work. If Ford knows the front brake lines are inferior and sub par and thus subject to a recall, how can they ignore the back brake lines? How can the recall only be limited to front brakes? Furthermore, I should not have 2 separate brake lines fail on me on the same car. This is a safety issue. Why is it so difficult to get a replacement rear brake line" Something needs to be done. This is unacceptable.
- Elk Grove, CA, USA
Brake line that was recalled and repaired ruptured and is causing a brake fluid leak and increased pedal travel, increased braking distance, and overall unsafe driving conditions
- Mobile, AL, USA
The brake fluid is leaking rapidly. The brakes will work fine and them 30 minutes late, upon restarting the vehicle, the brakes are extremely spongey and it takes a very, very long time to brake at all. Because it occurs suddenly and without warning and no warning lights display on the dash to anticipate the issue, pedestrians are most at risk, in Ashton to putting myself and other drivers and property owners at risk of being struck.
- Saint Louis, MO, USA
My brake lights are not turning off. Upon inspection of the brake light switch attached to the pedal, I saw a plastic part (washer) that had broken in half. I believe it is the same issue that affected other 2014-15 Ford models. (https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/ford/2022/01/19/ford-recall-brakes-fusion-lincoln-mkz/6580413001/)
- Atlanta, GA, USA
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact received notifications of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V413000 (Power Train) and 20V469000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall repairs. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Prudenville, MI, USA
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V469000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the dealer that the vehicle was taken to had not completed the recall repair. The contact stated while his wife was driving approximately 35 MPH and decelerating to make a left turn, the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. The contact's wife stopped the turn and did not make the turn. The contact's wife coasted for nearly 1/2 mile before she was able to stop the vehicle. The contact had the vehicle towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the front brake lines needed to be replaced. The contact stated that he had the vehicle in for the recall repair of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V469000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and the second dealer informed the contact that the brake lines had not been replaced. The vehicle had not yet been repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 147,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Fort Wayne, IN, USA
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V469000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Swannanoa, NC, USA
When approaching a stop light the breaks felt less resistant and would not engage properly. Luckily we had just left home so we turned around and took a different vehicle. When we came back home there was a puddle of break fluid under the rear right tire and the break fluid reservoir was empty. Since there was already a recall in the front break hoses we are concerned there is a fault with the rear break hoses.
- Bloomington, IN, USA
Rear brake lines split while driving no warning just couldn-??t stop all the way.
- Lebanon, OH, USA
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V469000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that both rear brake hoses needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the recall only covered the front brake hoses and declined the replace the rear brake hoses. The failure mileage was approximately 199,000.
- Norman, OK, USA
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, there was a hissing sound coming from the brake pedal. The contact stated that the braking distance was extended. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who diagnosed that the brake booster failed and needed to be replaced. The contact was informed of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V469000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) for which the VIN was included. The contact was informed that the failure was not caused by the recall. The contact was informed that the failure was related to Customer Satisfaction Program 13N02 (Brake Booster) however, the vehicle was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the failure was not related to the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 139,000.
- Blue Mounds, WI, USA
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 20V469000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 22V413000 (Power Train) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect for 20V469000. VIN tool confirms parts not available for 22V413000.
- Pensacola, FL, USA
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V469000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 22V413000 (Power Train) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
- Sparrow Bush, NY, USA
I had a sudden loss of brakes. As I applied the brakes for an up coming stop sign the brakes initially engaged and briefly slowed the car as the brake petal continued to the floor. Only after pumping the pedal was I able to completely stop. No warning light was ever displayed. Service was accomplished and it was determined that a right rear brake line had suddenly failed. I believe this to be a serious threat to safety. This vehicle now has 63,166 miles on it and has been garage kept and never exposed to salt or other corrosive material for any length of time. Thank You.
- Indian Trail, NC, USA
While driving my 2015 Ford edge my brakes went completely out almost causing me to slam into the vehicle ahead of me. My brake fluid was completely gone. I had previously called about the recall as stated in the letter months ago and was told the parts were not available and I would be contacted as soon as they are. I was never told NOT TO DRIVE my car. This is my only means of transportation and now they are saying parts are in but there is a possible 2 to 3mnth wait period with no loaners available. This is unacceptable and Ford cus service hasn't been any help.
- Detroit, MI, USA
Left rear brake line ruptured; resulting in catastrophic brake failure.
- Siler City, NC, USA
Originally got recall notice in May 2021. Called my Ford dealership and they said they could not repair because they did not currently have the parts. Called again a few months later and made an appointment - day before appointment the dealership called to cancel because they still did not have parts. On September 14th my brake lights went on and I could not brake properly, they were very spongy. I brought my car to my mechanic and he said the brake fluid was leaking and the hose had to be replaced, and that the car was undrivable. Called my dealership and the manager agreed to reimburse my mechanic's repairs, along with the rental car I needed. After the car was fixed the manager went back on his word and denied promising reimbursement, and now I am out $266.75 for repairs and $647.93 for the car rental
- Schenectady, NY, USA
Brake flexible hoses split and brake fluid leaked, causing brakes to become unusable. Light came on indicating low brake fluid level on 9/14/21. Service manager at local Ford dealership confirmed on the phone that my mechanic could fix it and I would be repaid, but now he is denying my refund.
- Schenectady, NY, USA
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V469000 (Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the recall but informed the contact that parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and referred the contact to contact a dealer. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Asheville, NC, USA
- Troy , MI, USA