Seven problems related to gas recirculation valve (egr valve) have been reported for the 2020 Ford Edge. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2020 Ford Edge based on all problems reported for the 2020 Edge.
The egr cooler failed (TSB 20-2234) in my 2020 Ford Edge st line on 9/26/26. I started my car and drove down my street and the car began smoking white/gray burning odor from exhausts with a sudden loss of power while driving on a public street. Leading up to this incident and during, no warning engine inicator lights or any notifications appeared. Temperature gauge remained at it's normal operating temp, dead center. The tow and independent mechanic confirmed there was no triggering of service lights/overheating warning. The mechanic noticed the loss of antifreeze without seeing a leak. He rulled out a cracked cylinder head and began further diagnostics. It threw a p0301 code as well as a mis-fire code on cyclinder #1. Also a code to cylinder#3. The mechanic's diagnosis was that was this was all a direct result due to the faulty Ford egr cooler and explained there was an TSB 20-2234 bulletin. Ford has explicitly acknowledged this engineering defect design flaw. I then found that the NHTSA has an active and elevated investigagion into this massive problem that caused my SUV to become non-drivable, needing a complete new engine-dp 26008. (SUV at 100k like other's) I have all service records as proof on the vehicle as well as the mechanics photos/paperwork. He found the coolant was leaking directly into exhaust reccirulation tracks and into the cylinders now needing new engine. This engine failure caused a sudden loss of power, steering/brakes, no sensors and managed to get to a safe area. I could have caused a caatastrophic crash or injury to other's/myself. I contacted Ford, opened a case number but they are denying any knowledge of the TSB or assistance. I have no vehicle, and out an 8k engine that was due to the negligence of this faulty part. I had it towed to independent mechanic and now will be towing it to the Ford dealership for further escalation as this new growing investigation with the NHTSA. There were no warning signs nor sensors. It was very scary.
The egr cooler failed on my 2020 Ford Edge st line. On 9/26/26, I started my car and it began smoking white/gray from exhausts and burning odor. Leading up to this incident and during, there was no warning indicators or messages regarding the engine that appearerd. The temperature gauge remained at it's normal operating temperature, dead center. \n\ni had the car towed to a local mechanic. They ran diagnostic & codes on the vehicle and threw a p0301code. The mechanic noticed the loss of antifreeze without seeing a leak, smoke was coming from the car and the car had no \"service engine\" lights appear. He ruled out a cracked cylinder head and began further diagnostics on the egr cooler. He found the coolant was leaking directly into the exhaust recirculation tracks and straight into cylinder #1. He explained due to Ford's faulty egr cooler that cracked, draining all the antifreeze directly inside cylinder #1 without triggering a service light or overheating warning. I was told my vehicle would not be driveable and need a complete new engine or replacement. The mechanic notified me that there was a TSB (technical service bulliten) labeled \"TSB 20-2234\" where Ford has explicitly acknowledged this engineering defect in the 2019-2020 design flaw. The mechanic's diagnosis states that the engine failure was entirely a consequential result of the egr defect, with a vehicle with regular service history. \n\nmy safety was at major risk, as well as the safety of other's. This engine failure includes sudden power loss, loss of steering/brakes, loss of sensors and any ability to handle the car. I would have instantly come to a stop, easily leading to a catastrophic crash or injury to myself/other's. \n\ni contacted Ford, opened a case # and was denied any assistance. I have no vehicle and out 7k engine that was due to the negligence of this faulty part. It is being towed, at my expense to the Ford dealership for further escalation as there is a new defect investigation with the.
Bought car used 4 months ago from peoria Ford, glendale. Vehicle overheated on freeway, added coolant- lost all coolant 10 minutes later and white smoke came from exhaust. Ford diagnosed egr cooler failure, replacement and noted cv joint boot leaking and needed replaced- resulting g on $3200 fix with zero assistance from dealership or Ford. This issue didn’t happen suddenly after 4 months & we believe it was existing prior to the purchase. Read reports of cooler, coolant/ engine issue on 2020 Ford Edge. These models should be recalled for fix as my daughter was stranded on the freeway at night - safety issue. ”.
Torque converter not working right and is damaging the transmission. Causes shuddering while accelerating and jumping motion. It jumps so hard at times that it seems like its not giving any power to go and almost like it is going to stall and cause a wreck. Happens when accelerating from being stopped or slowed down. They had me replace the dual pressure egr something that cost me $690 that did nothing and made it worse it seemed like.
The vehicle is leaking coolant into the engine due to a failing egr cooler. Problems include, white smoke coming from the engine, severe coolant loss, loss of heat, and foul smell coming from the vents. After a service inspection it was determined that the coolant leak is causing the engine to fail and a replacement engine is necessary.
Egr cooler faulty; the year this vehicle was manufactured in 2019 has an active recall with this same issue; however because my vehicle in the same year; 2019, was manufactured in a different time bracket Ford will not honor said repair. Leaving me with an extended warranty whom will not cover said repair also. $1800(+) out of pocket expense. Any insight on how one is too challenge this?.
Loss of power while driving in rush hour traffic. Couldn't maintain 40mph. Had to pull into parking lot and start walking before loss of power was driving 40 mph on city street in 60 degree weather.
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