Engine And Engine Cooling Problems of Ford Edge - part 2

When driving at lower speeds the car jerks/misses. A local Ford dealership confirmed it's the torque converter. Even purchased a warranty that is suppose to cover the issue and even they are being difficult about wanting to fix it!.

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Eco boost 2. 0 engine. Took vehicle to a Ford dealer because check engine light came on. Was told that I had a coolant intrusion into the engine heads. Motor needs to be replaced. Found out this is not an isolated problem for this engine. Contacted Ford and was told there is nothing that they can do about it.

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Car stutters, shudders, and hesitates from stopped position. Vehicle does not excelerate smoothly. Safety concern when pulling out into traffic, crossing intersection, or leaving stop. Paducah Ford said it is torque converter and independent mechanic says that as well. Ford issued tech service information concerning shudder for Ford Edge 8f35 transmission and provides a repair procedure for torque converter and output planetary assembly. I am concerned because it may represent a recurring safety related defect affecting other Ford Edge vehicles.

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The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked on several occasions, the vehicle was idling roughly, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that two vacuum fittings needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred in less than a week. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that there was coolant intrusion into cylinder one and the entire long block needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer but was not yet diagnosed; however, the contact was informed that the long block needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 23,500.

I just bought this used Ford Edge for my high school daughter. I took it to two different mechanics. Both indicated misfiring happening which means need a new engine. Mechanics said this is widely known issue. Why can dealers sell these cars with a widely known defect. This will create undue financial hardship to me and my family. My stress and anxiety are terrible on this issue.

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<67,000 miles engine needs rebuilt. Available for inspection. Safety - possible cause of accident or at least having one. Has been confirmed by 2 local mechanics but has not been inspected by manufacturer. In October 2025, the check engine light came on, we took it to our mechanic; he replaced the coil pack and spark plugs ($342. 89 see enclosed). It was good for a few months. Then approximately April 2026 the check engine light came back on and the overheating light came on. We filled the coolant and it was ok for a month or so. This July (2026) driving down the highway on my way home the car started jerking and jolting and the check engine light started flashing. It was nearly impossible to drive. I got it home by coasting and dealing with the shaking in short spurts and pulling over off the road when cars were coming. The mechanic has now informed us that the whole motor needs replaced.

My 2016 Ford Edge equipped with the 2. 0l ecoboost engine experienced an internal engine coolant intrusion failure that resulted in significant engine damage and ultimately required replacement of the complete engine assembly. The coolant intrusion occurred internally within the engine, allowing coolant to enter the combustion chambers and causing the engine to malfunction. The failed engine assembly and related components are available for inspection upon request. The failure created a significant safety risk because the engine experienced a loss of power and reliability while the vehicle was being operated. Coolant intrusion resulted in engine misfires, rough running, reduced engine performance, and sudden loss of power or engine failure while driving. This presented a risk to me and other motorists, particularly if the failure occurred while traveling at highway speeds or in traffic. The problem was diagnosed and confirmed by a qualified automotive service facility, which determined that the engine had suffered from coolant intrusion and that the appropriate repair required replacement of the complete engine assembly. The vehicle was inspected by the servicing facility as part of the diagnostic and repair process. If requested, documentation of the diagnosis and engine replacement can be provided. Prior to the complete engine failure, the vehicle exhibited symptoms consistent with coolant intrusion, including engine misfires, rough engine operation, and loss of performance. Warning indicators and diagnostic trouble codes associated with the engine malfunction appeared prior to the failure. The symptoms progressively worsened until the vehicle could no longer be safely operated without replacing the engine assembly.

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The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 55 mph the engine experienced a slight loss of automotive power and the check engine warning light was illuminated, the contact continued to drive the vehicle to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and the contact was advised that the engine had seized as a result of coolant intrusion, and that the engine would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 43,000.

I experienced rough idle and smell of coolant at start up. Engine light came on. Took car to dealership for diagnosis. Dealer verified my concern ran pcm self test, p0300, p0302 p0303 p0316 present, found coolant intrusion into cylinders. Dealer replaced long block per wsm 303-01. Cost to me $8,036. 29. My 2017 Edge had 72,177 miles.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving approximately 65 mph, the check engine and engine coolant temperature warning lights illuminated, and the message "engine coolant over temperature" was displayed. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road to cool down before continuing to drive. The contact stated that water was added to the coolant reservoir at a store, and the vehicle was then driven to the residence. The following day, the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed with rough idling upon starting and coolant intrusion into the engine. The contact was informed that the long block needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 51,038.

Cylinder #2 misfire code repeatedly appearing even after changing spark plug and ignition coil. Took to the Ford dealer and it was determined it is an issue of coolant leakage in cylinder number 2. Ford dealer has diagnosed and performing engine replacement. Seems like this is a known problem that Ford refuses to issue an actual recall for and instead puts onto the customer.

Receiving code p0304 cylinder 4 misfire. Technician placed scope inside cylinder 4 and signs of coolant inside the cylinder. TSB 19-2346 matches what is happening in with his vehicle.

A month or so ago my car had a rough idle and the mechanic couldn't figure out why. Then last week my car lost power on the interstate, during rush hour. I'm lucky I didn't cause an accident as the loss of power was so sudden and all the traffic around me. Somehow I was able to safely pull over on the shoulder. I had my car towed and the mechanic found that the flex plate had failed and is cracked. As a result the car will no longer start. The recall letter that my mechanic found stated that a rough idle was one of the symptoms of a failing flex plate. My vehicle is 10 years and 3 months old but only has 93000 miles. The dealership said they won't cover it because it is out of date and their customer service line was no help. There were no warning lights or codes that appeared on the display screen. My mechanic found the issue by taking somethings apart.

Engine replacement due to coolant intrusion. This is common big problems reported by many and Ford is not fixing it. Engine light came after visit at Ford dealer service and was told to drive the car as long as the engine light was not flashing. Inspected by Ford and told $10,000 to fix no messages or symptoms before the car was taken to Ford for a recall, fixing of brakes and oil change.

Coolant leakage in cylinder number (2) two. Causing a misfire and check engine light to display. Ford dealer has diagnosed and suggested engine replacement. Upon researching, this seems to be a known issue with this motor and can cause complete failure.

A week prior to the engine light going on, I noticed the car running rough when stopped at a traffic light. I thought it was due to the extreme heat and the a/c running high. The check engine light went on in my 2018 Ford Edge on xxx. I took it to the dealer where I purchased it and they ran a diagnostic. Then they told me it was misfiring and nothing to worry about, and they would have the service department call me after the holiday to schedule maintenance. On Monday, xxx, [xxx] called me from Ford service telling me to bring the car in and they would have a loaner available for me while they looked into the problem, so I did. Tuesday morning, xxx, kevin from Ford service calls to tell me the coolant is leaking into cylinders and I will need a new engine, approximately $9-10,000. I bought the car new in 2018, with a few extras added thinking this would be the last car I would need to buy. However, I was wrong. In 2020, with less than 23,000 miles it needed a new transmission. Now with 72, 200 miles it needs a new engine. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Transmission, skipping and shuttering and according to dealership not catching gear occurs during slow speeds. When in drive car will roll backwards and when in reverse car will roll forward. Transmission runs high until gear catches. Engine will then go in to neutral until clutch catches. In according to dealership repair will cost $7000-$11,000. I was told this is unusual. And none of it is covered under warranty.

Coolant intrusion. 2. 0 engine blows white exhaust.

Torque converter needs a replacing.

The contact owns a 2022 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle jerked abnormally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the transmission needed additional diagnostic tests by the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

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Vehicle: 2018 Ford Edge titanium awd, 2. 0l ecoboost VIN: [xxx] I am reporting a serious safety concern involving my 2018 Ford Edge following an engine block replacement performed by power Ford in [xxx], due to the known coolant intrusion issue. Before the engine replacement, I routinely drove long trips between [xxx], [xxx], and [xxx] without any loss of power or drivability problems. Immediately after the engine replacement, the vehicle began experiencing an intermittent but repeatable loss of power. After approximately 30–40 minutes of highway driving, especially on sustained uphill grades, the engine revs to about 4,000 rpm, but the vehicle will not accelerate and may actually lose speed. Turning the ignition off and restarting immediately restores normal operation until the problem occurs again. This creates a significant safety hazard while driving at highway speeds. I have taken the vehicle to the dealership twice for the same complaint. During the first visit, dtc p1016 was found, and the wastegate control solenoid was replaced. The repair did not resolve the issue. On the first extended highway trip after the repair, the exact same condition occurred again. I returned the vehicle and provided multiple videos documenting the failure. The dealership stated they could not duplicate the concern and reported the turbo and boost system were operating normally. However, I reproduced the same failure again immediately after picking up the vehicle and submitted another video. The dealership later suggested a possible transmission issue but requested another diagnostic fee. I have opened a Ford customer care case (xxx), but the original safety concern remains unresolved. I am requesting that NHTSA review this complaint because the loss of power began immediately after the engine replacement, has persisted despite repair attempts, and presents a serious highway safety risk. I can provide repair records, invoices, and information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

2. 0 liter eco boost engine intrusion. One owner, all maintenance records.

I am filing a consumer complaint against Ford motor company regarding a known, severe safety defect in my 2013 Ford Edge 3. 5l awd. The internal water pump has failed, leaking green coolant onto the ground and threatening catastrophic engine failure. Ford designed this vehicle with an internal water pump that dumps coolant into the engine oil when it fails, hiding the defect from consumers until the powertrain is destroyed. Furthermore, the all-wheel drive power transfer unit (ptu) is overheating due to a design that labels the fluid 'lifetime' and prevents standard servicing. I purchased this vehicle for $14,400 and have invested $4,000 in maintenance, and I am seeking state consumer protection advocacy regarding Ford's deceptive engineering practices. ".

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Engine keeps throwing sensors and transmission has hard shifting and slips Ford is against changing fluid because I have put mileage on it. Loses power at stop of red lights.

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2. 0l motor cel on mechanics \ service tech said coolant is intruding the cylinders. The car may over heat ,crack a piston, destroy motor and may catch fire! confirmed by dealer. No earlier symptoms just cel came on.

This is an issue that could lead to sudden engine failure while driving, causing a serious accident risk. A few months ago the engine sputtered while idle after starting and the heater wasn't working well. Noticed coolant was a low and topped it off. The issue seemed resolved after this. A few weeks ago the check engine light came on indicating a misfire in cylinder 2. We changed the spark plugs, but the issue returned shortly after. We swapped coil packs, but the issue returned, still for cylinder 2. We noticed at that time the coolant was very low. There were no puddles of coolant seen underneath the car in its usual parking spot. Pulled the spark plug and noticed white residue on the end of it. The vehicle was taken to a Ford dealership where we were informed there was a crack leading to coolant intrusion into cylinder 2, requiring engine replacement at over $10,000 cost. Online research has found this is a known issue affecting multiple Ford/Lincoln models spanning several model years and Ford has a few technical service bulletins (#19-2346, 22-2133 and 22-2229) regarding it. This was not communicated to vehicle owners as a possible issue to have checked out. This problem will lead to inevitable engine failure. If this happens while driving, it could cause an accident as the vehicle could just come to a stop, possibly in the middle of an interstate highway.

My 2017 Ford Edge titanium 2. 0l ecoboost (~76,500 miles) has experienced the coolant-intrusion engine failure being evaluated under NHTSA defect petition dp26008. Symptoms began with an intermittent check-engine light and cylinder 2 misfire. On 8/24/2026, irvine auto care documented codes p0302 and p0316 and performed a block test, concluding the head gasket had failed and was causing the misfire. I obtained a second independent diagnosis from daytona automotive garage on 8/26/2026. Daytona confirmed the cylinder 2 misfire, inserted a borescope into cylinder 2, and documented “coolant trickling down to cylinder wall. ” daytona recommended complete engine replacement and referenced Ford TSB 22-2229. The coolant level is dropping with no observed external leak, and I have observed light white exhaust. The vehicle still runs, but coolant intrusion into cylinder 2 has been directly confirmed. I do not trust it for highway driving or transporting my young child because of the risk of unexpected loss of engine power. The vehicle remains in my possession and is available for inspection. Ford declined goodwill assistance. A Ford dealer told me any coverage associated with TSB 22-2229 expired after 7 years or 100,000 miles, whichever came first. My engine failed at only ~76,500 miles. Daytona’s engine-replacement estimate exceeded $7,000 before it was complete, and a Ford dealer verbally estimated about $9,000 for a remanufactured-engine replacement. I am left with an otherwise well-maintained, relatively low-mileage vehicle that I cannot reasonably trust unless I spend more than half its value replacing the engine. If I replace the vehicle instead, I will likely have to sell the Edge as-is for far below its value absent this defect. This failure has also required considerable time and expense to diagnose. I am reporting it to document another affected vehicle and support NHTSA’s evaluation of dp26008.

I started having issues with my vehicle and took it to the dealership. I was informed that I was getting coolant intrusion in the 4th cylinder and would need a full engine replacement. This is for a 2017 Ford Edge with a 2. 0l ecoboost engine.

Engine misfires when driving. The cause is coolant intrusion. Loss of power when driving. Rough idling. Very dangerous to drive. Diagnosed by a Ford certified dealership. No symptoms prior to the problem. Vehicle is available for inspection.

Vehicle: 2017 Ford Edge titanium, 2. 0l ecoboost, awd mileage at incident: ~90,000 (mountain 2 lane canyon road steep cliffs and very little pull off space) description of problem: while driving uphill on a 2-lane mountain road, my vehicle displayed “engine coolant over temperature” (and related engine heat) warnings. The temperature gauge rose rapidly, engine power was severely limited (could not exceed ~40 mph even with full throttle), and pink coolant fluid was visibly boiling and gushing from the reservoir/overflow tank. I immediately pulled over safely. After cooling for 2–3 hours, the vehicle restarted and completed the climb with lighter driving, but the incident was dangerous due to reduced power on a winding mountain road with oncoming traffic. A check engine light with code p04db (crankcase ventilation system disconnected) is also present. Coolant pump, relays, fuses, and oil was checked and showed no milky contamination or issues at the time. Some white exhaust and smell was present at the time. This matches the well-known coolant intrusion defect in 2015–2018 Ford 2. 0l ecoboost engines (see TSB 19-2346), where coolant leaks internally into cylinders, causing overheating, misfires, and potential sudden engine failure. Mechanics initially found no issue on a cold check, which is common with this intermittent problem. Safety risk: sudden power loss, overheating, and “engine coolant over temperature” warnings on mountain roads or highways create a serious hazard of stranding, loss of control, or accident. This defect has affected thousands of similar Ford vehicles and should be investigated for a safety recall. I request NHTSA open or expand an investigation into this issue for the 2017 Ford Edge and similar models.

Total engine failure at 81,000 miles due to coolant intrusion. This is due to a known defect by Ford as outlined in the technical service bulletin #19-2346. Engine light and codes po316 and po304 promoted spark plug replacement, which did not clear the codes. 1 day later, the coolant intruded into the cylinder and the engine block failed. Ford stated they would extend warranty if this happens within 7 year/85,000 miles. Since my car is a 2016 with only 81,000 miles, was perfectly maintained, and was under mileage, I hoped Ford could cover a full block replacement (as stated in the TSB). The representative denied my request since the car is 9 years old, but assigned a case number and said she’d send the report to the ‘safety’ department for the option to further investigate if they chose.

Purchased the vehicle from a local dealership with 80k miles. Less than 5 months later, we’re being told that we need a new engine due to coolant leaking into to the engine.

Full transmission failure, resulting in a full transmission replacement required. The problem has been confirmed by more than one independent service center. The check engline light came on and off for about week before the official diagnosis. From what I've found this is a common issue that many many owners have also had and suggested filling an official complaint here so that Ford is held responsible.

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The check engine light came on 2 weeks ago, and I have had rough cold starts since then. Brought my car to the dealership after autozone scanned the code and told me I need new spark plugs and an ignition coil. The mechanic at the Ford dealership determined that coolant is leaking into the cylinders - I am being told I need to replace the whole engine. Apparently, this is a very common issue with my car, as well as many other Ford models.

The engine did not want to go from a stop condition. I was pulling out if an intersection and the engine seemed to misfire. I almost got t-boned.