One problem related to engine grinding noise has been reported for the 2008 Ford Edge. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Ford Edge based on all problems reported for the 2008 Edge.
While preparing to stop at a light, seemed to have lost all power. Speedometer dropped to zero, airbag light came on and odometer was blank with a readout in its place that said something like odo failure also the wrench icon lit up. Shifted to park and the car jumped and jerked and loud grinding noises came from transmission. Was able to creep to a side street. Turned off engine . Waited several minutes , restarted car and the instrument panel returned to normal. Drove home about 3 miles. Took it to shop and they said it was a shaft seal. They replaced it for $182. 00 the part was $12. Got home and it leaks very badly it has leaked about a cup of fluid in 4 hours. (this was parked / not running) I am taking it back to the shop and hoping they can fix it right. I have been driving for over 30 years and never had this kind of problem.