general problems of the 2016 Ford Edge - part 2

125 problems related to service brakes have been reported for the 2016 Ford Edge. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2016 Ford Edge based on all problems reported for the 2016 Edge.

36 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 09/03/2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle failed to stop immediately. The contact stated that the brake pedal needed to be depressed extremely hard. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

37 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2025

1am filing this complaint regarding my 2016 Ford Edge (VIN: [xxx] ), which has experienced a severe and dangerous failure. Ford has acknowledged a defect in the flexplate at the transmission bellhousing area under customer satisfaction program (csp) 22n12. This defect causes rattling noises and eventually results in flexplate cracks that can lead to sudden loss of power while driving. My vehicle is currently undrivable due to this defect. I have documentation from February 2025 (a&m auto repair, invoice #[xxx]) showing that a technician identified noise from the rear of the engine/front of the transmission area and suspected flexplate cracks at that time. Despite this, my vehicle never received the csp repair. Ford is refusing to cover the repair because my vehicle has exceeded the 120,000-mile cutoff for csp coverage. However, this is not acceptable because: •the defect was documented earlier and existed within the coverage period. •more importantly, this is a serious safety defect that can cause sudden power loss while driving, creating a high risk of accidents. •Ford has incorrectly limited the remedy under a csp with a mileage cutoff, instead of issuing a proper safety recall without mileage limits. Requested action: I am requesting NHTSA to investigate and require Ford 1. Treat the flexplate defect as a recall, not a csp. 2. Provide full repair coverage for affected vehicles regardless of mileage. 3. Ensure consumer safety is not compromised by arbitrary mileage cutoffs. In addition, my vehicle has also experienced repeated brake warning lights, which aligns with Ford’s brake hose recall (NHTSA recall 25v544). The combination of braking issues and flexplate failure creates an extremely unsafe condition. Thank you for your attention to this urgent safety matter. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

38 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2025

I got the recall notice last September 2005 and until now, there's no fix in sight. Ford hasn't contacted us or any notice. It been a while since I'm not confidently using my car due to those recalls. Can this be expedited? it's almost 7 mos without any progress. This is a safety concern!.

39 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/28/2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed and almost went to the floorboard. The contact stated that the brake warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that brake fluid was dripping from the rear of the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that the parking brake was engaging independently. The contact had received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer and was informed that the part was not yet available and that another letter would be sent when the part was available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 195,000. The VIN was invalid.

40 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/27/2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for part availability. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph and attempting to decelerate while approaching a stop light, the brake pedal went to the floorboard, and the vehicle continued rolling forward. The contact arrived at the driveway at the residence and activated the parking brake to assist in stopping the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the brake hose needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000.

41 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/25/2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 25v572000 (back over prevention); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

42 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/25/2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The contact called a local dealer and was informed that the part for 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 manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

43 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/25/2025

The manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for my vehicle in a timely manner: Aug 25,2025 manufacturer recall number25s87 NHTSA recall number25v544 recall statusrecall incomplete, remedy not yet available.

44 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/25/2025

There has been safety recall for six months with no updates or fix. The fix is simple but they are not implementing it. It is causing issues for me.

45 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/25/2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 25v572000 (back over prevention); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

46 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/25/2025

Safety recall mfg no. 25s87, NHTSA no. 25v544, 08/25/2025 rear brake lines - potential failure. It has been over one year and my car has not been repaired due to lack of parts. This is unacceptable - this safety recall is not being addressed in a timely manner.

47 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/25/2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 25v572000 (back over prevention); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

48 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/22/2025

The contact owns a 2016 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, and the stopping distance was extended. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 25v572000 (back over prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was 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 made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 128,179.

49 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/20/2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not 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 the failure.

50 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/18/2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 25v572000 (back over prevention); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was not 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.

51 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/01/2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

52 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 07/02/2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the brake pedal went to the floorboard while depressed. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was contacted via live chat and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

53 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 25v572000 (back over prevention); however, parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while the vehicle was shifted into reverse(r), the rear-view camera intermittently displayed a blank or distorted image. The dealer was contacted but offered no assistance. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

54 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 04/28/2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while reversing out of a driveway at 5 mph, the brake lines ruptured. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for the rear brake hose replacement. The local dealer was contacted regarding a refund, which was declined due to the recall remedy not being available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 91,000.

55 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 04/22/2025

A recall was performed on 01-17-23 at roughly 54,000miles by krause Ford woodstock, GA – brake lines were replaced. The passenger rear rubber hose has already failed where the hose is crimped at the fitting by the steel hose that comes from the master cylinder. Driver almost crashed due to not being able to stop in a normal distance due to the pedal going to the floor and the brake system failing due to no fluid pressure to the brakes. This was yesterday around [xxx] ). Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

56 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 04/11/2025

This issue is one that was made a recall already as of recent, I had gotten my brake lines flushed and refilled and filled to correct amount and yet soon after or not to too long after I had the issue with breaking, I thought it was my brake pads but it indeed was not when I got home and the engine cooled down I checked the brake fluid reservoir and it had been almost empty, I added more and filled it again and since then it hasn’t been a problem again, but when it was a problem, I was going highway speeds when I then felt the car was off on the braking I was actually concerned if I was going to be able to stop in time especially when I was hitting the exit ramp. It no longer has been an issue since I refilled the reservoir but I don’t know if it’ll happen again or not and when and where I’ll be next time it happens. Since I now know it’s a recall and it wasn’t just a one off with just my car I am now reporting this.

57 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 03/21/2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal, and the brake pedal felt spongy and depressed to the floorboard. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to stop and exit the vehicle. The contact then observed a puddle of fluid by the passenger’s side rear wheel well. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where the vehicle was diagnosed and determined that the passenger’s side rear flexible brake line had ruptured. The dealer replaced the brake line, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The contact recently received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic); and related the failure to the recall. The failure mileage was 117,490.

58 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 03/13/2025

Wife picking up grandkids from school called to say brake pedal had been going to the floor. Told her not to move it. As I pulled up behind the car noticed the r/r ground was wet. Master cylinder was low on fluid. Had towed to private shop. Diagnosed as r/r brake hose leaking. The hose wasn't damaged but was leaking where the fittings are attached to the hose. Shop said it's a manufacture's defect.

59 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 03/03/2025

Rear passenger side brake line failure, leaked out brake fluid and brake pedal went to the floor during commute home. No accident.

60 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 01/15/2025

The passenger side rear brake hose is leaking severely, causing soft breaks. Making it very difficult to stop. This happened suddenly and did not experience any issues prior to the hose starting to leak. It will be towed to Ford for inspection and repair. We had no warning lamps or messages prior to the hose leaking.

61 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 01/15/2025

For the 3rd time in 9 years, my car's brakes stopped working. Submitted complaint to NHTSA back in 2020 the 2nd time it happened (the 1st time under warranty). In January 2025 left work to drive 17 miles home, only to find that the minute I drove into traffic my brakes weren't working again, straight to the floor! drove 20 minutes to nearest dealer in traffic with hazards on while consistently pulling the emergency brake - it was an awful experience! next day they say brake hoses were broken and fluid was everywhere! I heard one employee tell another, "what is going on with these cars and their brake hoses?" this time I had to pay over $1,000 to get it fixed. I'm warning everyone I know not to buy this car! my 3 experiences have been so horrid that it absolutely has made me realize that Ford is just not for me or my family!.

62 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 09/17/2024

Rear brake hose busted while driving. No brake fluid lights came on.

63 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/16/2024

Rear brake hose ruptured resulting in brake pedal going to the floor and reduced braking ability.

64 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2024

Faulty engine design leads to head gasket failure, engine misfire and stall. Engine stall can cause loss of vehicle motive and braking by loss of vacuum assisted braking. Dealer just completed service on this vehicle and reported the failure after completing repair on another defective part, the flexplate assembly. After completing repairs advised it likely has coolant intrusion issue. Did not inform customer about the TSB showing Ford determined the block is defective and should be replaced at customer cost. Ford has known about this issue since about 2011. These engines need to be recalled. Repair data available to mechanics and on popular video sites show that Fords updated block removes two water paths that interfere with head gasket seating on 2015 - 2019 Ford Edge 2. 0l ecoboost engines. This is a known manufacturer defect that puts owners and occupants in uneeded danger due to Ford's refusal to recall and rectify these engines. There are multiple reports of these engines failing for this issue with as few as 30,000 miles. This engine is also installed in multiple other Ford and Lincoln vehicles including focus, fusion, taurus, escape, Edge, mkz, mkc, and nautilus.

65 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 03/11/2024

Back left break line suddenly ruptured causing immediate inability to use breaks. I was parked and went to apply the breaks before putting the vehicle into drive when I noticed the break pedal went to the floor. I slowly moved the vehicle to a parking place and the brake fluid light came on and I was hardly able to stop. There is a recall for the front break lines but not the back lines.

66 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 02/15/2024

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulics); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle would not come to a complete stop while depressing the brake pedal. No warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that he was able to drive the vehicle to his residence, where upon further inspection, the right rear brake hose had begun to leak brake fluid. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that, prior to the failure, the left rear brake hose had ruptured and was replaced out of pocket. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,215.

67 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 11/19/2023

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, with the brake pedal depressed all the way to the floorboard, the vehicle failed to stop as intended, requiring a pumping action to bring the vehicle to a complete stop. The low brake fluid warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined the front passenger side brake hose was leaking. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 23v162000 (service brakes, hydraulic), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 86,000.

68 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 10/10/2023

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and the contact noticed that the brake pedal was extremely spongy. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that because of the failure, the contact had to drive the vehicle below the speed limit. The contact stated that the brake fluid reservoir was continuously refilled; however, there was no evidence of a brake fluid leak. The contact stated that the brake fluid may be leaking into the engine. In addition, the contact stated that the dealer was made aware of the failure several times; however, the contact was informed that the parts were not yet available. The contact stated that for two years, the dealer informed the contact that the parts were not available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign number: 20v469000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 22v413000 (power train). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not assist. The failure mileage was unknown.

69 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 10/09/2023

Brakes failed and car rolled forward while stopped at a traffic light because of right rear brake line failure. This is the third brake line failure on this vehicle. The first two were left and right front hoses, which ended up being subject of a recall, but only after I had mine fail and repaired. To this date, Ford has refused to reimburse me for those repairs.

70 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 08/30/2023

I have a warranty with jones junction kia. I couldn't take my truck anywhere else. The engine light kept coming on and going off. Well I got all the maintenance as needed however. I was told that when any Ford reaches almost 100000 miles that it's a defect that coolant leaks into the engine. Well I never heard such. Come to fine out? the adjusters had to tell the mechanics what was wrong because they couldn't understand what was happening with my truck. The adjusters said my engine needed to be replace because of several other Fords are habi g this same issue. They also repaired my brakes. Jones kia twice within a 2 month span. And the brake light came on and stayed on. If you need more details ols contact me.



Edge Service Bulletins
Edge Safety Recalls
Edge Defect Investigations