Service Brakes Problems of Ford Edge - part 1

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the front brake rotors failed to operate as intended. While driving 55-65 mph, the rotors were shaking before the brakes locked up. The brake light illuminated and turned off before the failure. The dealer informed the contact that the failure was associated with the brake lines, but parts were on back order. The local dealer was contacted, and the brake lines were repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

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The brake pedal suddenly became extremely stiff, accompanied by a hissing sound when the brake pedal was applied. The vehicle does not stop normally or immediately after the brake pedal is pressed, creating a serious safety concern. The vehicle was inspected by a Ford dealer, who recommended replacement of the brake booster and master cylinder. The dealer also recommended replacement of the ecu and hydro unit associated with the braking system. However, Ford has reportedly informed the dealer that the required ecu is not currently available. I have found several complaints from other owners describing similar brake-related symptoms, including a very stiff brake pedal, hissing noise, and reduced braking effectiveness. Despite these reports, Ford has not adequately addressed what appears to be a potentially serious and recurring safety issue. A sudden loss or significant reduction of braking assistance can substantially increase stopping distance and may result in a collision, particularly in an emergency situation. This is a serious safety concern for the occupants of the vehicle and other road users. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate this issue and determine whether there is a safety defect affecting these vehicles. I also request that Ford be required to provide an appropriate and timely remedy for affected vehicles, including vehicles for which replacement parts are currently unavailable.

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The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 - 7 mph, the vehicle failed to stop as needed. The brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. There was a squeaking sound coming from the vehicle. While making a left turn the vehicle shut off. The driver sustained a strain to the foot while depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle was towed to a residence. The contact called aaa roadside assistance. The contact stated that brakes service and an oil change were performed prior to the failure. The mechanic informed the contact that the failure was associated with the brake booster. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and it was confirmed that there was no recall associated with the failure. The manufacturer was contacted by phone, but no assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 63,000.

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The contact owns a 2015 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 contacted and stated that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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The brake booster has gone out and the car don’t want to stop.

I just bought this vehicle with a broken powertrain, torque converter, and warped rotors. These cars are mechanics special that should only be $2,000. Since it's a 2020 it is being sold for $18,800. It can be repossessed for a crap shoot car. Before this I bought a 2016 Buick enclave with also a broken torque converter issues. The engineers in car industry have failed. I would rather buy an older pre 2015 mechanics special for $1,200-$2,400, not $12,000-$18,800 for a pos drivetrain and transmission. A recall needs to be mandated for all these cars. Stiffing the consumer is unethical. With how our government and economy has been, we have had enough with being stuck with inadequacies.

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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 manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer and the manufacturer were made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available.

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Progressive and then complete brake failure, stopping only after engaging the park-brake. The incident occurred on a 'sidestreet', [xxx]. No additional traffic at that time minimized immediate risk; the park-brake engaged at our home and the vehicle stopped. The brake pedal went completely to the car floor when pressed. The "low brake fluid" warning displayed on the dashboard. A puddle of fluid drained onto the pavement behind the right rear tire. The car was towed to the "serra Ford" dealership, farmington hills, michigan. The dealer found ". . . Right rear flex hose leaking. . . ". The dealer replaced both rear flex hoses, rear brake drums and rotors. The cost for brake related diagnosis, parts and labor was $1050. 54. I paid the bill because the parts were not yet available to satisfy recall 25v544. Discussions with the dealership directed me to Ford motor customer service to seek any reimbursement. I was told that because the recall was not addressed that any reimbursement possibility would have to wait it was. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Rear drivers side brake line ruptured, leaving the vehicle unsafe to drive. The ruptured happened at a bend in the hard brake line at the top of the gas tank.

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The car did not brake randomly back in may when I was picking my toddler up from school. I contacted Ford dealership and they said braking issues is a known issue with the Edge but my vehicle has no recalls. I could pay almost $300 for a diagnostic fee but nothing would be covered because their was a recall for the brake booster but that was back in 2013-2014. So I went to brakes plus, first they replaced the master cylinder then they replaced the brake booster a week later. Here I am 3 months later and the same issue. The vehicle randomly did not brake again. Got the vehicle back to brakes plus to have the vehicle looked at again. They replaced the brake booster under warranty then reached out to Ford who let them know the brake booster and brake lines are a know defect with the vehicle and I can have my vehicle looked at by them but I would need to pay the fee and nothing would be covered . How is this a known issue and nothing is covered? Ford checked my VIN and no vehicle recall. I reached out to Ford corporate and they created a case number: cxh-09196123-f6m4z3 I am pregnant and I feel this car is dangerous if this is a known issue.

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving 30-35 mph with her children inside the vehicle and making a turn, while attempting to stop on a hill, the brakes suddenly became inoperable, but the contact was able to avoid a crash. The brake fluid was low prior to the failure. Additionally, fluid was added, but the failure persisted, and the contact’s husband added more brake fluid to the reservoir. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a tire center, which determined that all four brake hoses had ruptured, and there was an associated recall, NHTSA campaign number: 20v469000 (service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic); however, the VIN was not included. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and provided an address to send all concerns, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

The rear brake hose failed while driving, causing a sudden loss of braking power that nearly resulted in a collision. The vehicle had to be coasted onto a side street where we my son was able to get it home very slowly. Called Ford for repair due to open recall on it and now we have to pay for it out of pocket. Will consider suing on my son and other’s behalf due to the inability to replace these hoses proactively and stalling since April 2026.

My 2015 Ford Edge titanium (VIN provided) suffered a catastrophic engine failure at 85,475 miles requiring a Ford long block replacement. After driving only 53,000 miles on the new corporate engine component, the vehicle began shaking violently and suffered a sudden, dangerous loss of power while driving, rendering it completely inoperable (it is sitting in my driveway unable to be driven). The vehicle threw critical fault codes p050b (cold start ignition timing) and p061b (internal control module torque calculation performance). Diagnostics indicate a terminal internal failure of the timing chain or torque converter. This vehicle has a severe, documented history of manufacturing and safety defects, including catalyst monitor sensor failure 08/23/16, fan relay failure 11/20/18, purge valve failure 02/27/21, a total loss of brakes while driving on 02/15/22 due to a rear caliper failure, a faulty throttle body on 03/06/22, and an incorrectly installed engine wiring harness by the dealership when engine was replaced. This list is not all inclusive. I have a 1. 5" binder of repairs and services dating back to purchase date which are too numerous to attach. This failure directly mirrors the engine defect patterns currently being evaluated under NHTSA defect petition dp26008 / odi 11754989.

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? the brake pedal stop bumper/stop-lamp switch bumper disintegrated and fell out. Without the bumper, the brake pedal no longer depresses the brake-light switch far enough, causing the brake lights to remain continuously illuminated. I still have the remaining pieces of the bumper and they are available for inspection upon request. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? the brake lights remained on continuously even when the brake pedal was not being pressed. This could prevent drivers behind me from knowing when I am actually braking, increasing the risk of a rear-end collision. The continuously illuminated brake lights could also drain the vehicle’s battery. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? no. The problem has not yet been inspected or confirmed by a dealer or independent repair facility. However, I reproduced the issue myself. When the missing bumper material is placed back at the contact point, it depresses the brake-light switch and the brake lights turn off normally. When the bumper is removed, the brake lights remain on. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? no. The vehicle and failed component have not been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives, or a repair facility. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? there were no warning messages associated with the bumper failure that I noticed. The first obvious symptom was that the rear brake lights remained illuminated continuously after the brake pedal was released. Inspection of the brake-pedal area then revealed that the small brake pedal stop bumper had deteriorated/disintegrated and fallen out.

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I am filing a formal complaint for a safety issue regarding brakes. When turning, the "brake fluid low" light would flash on for 2 seconds. It did not stay on. Brake pedal seemed normal. When inspected, there was no fluid in the master cylinder. No leak was detected. Fluid was in the brake booster. They indicated both would need to be replaced. There are 28,000 miles on the 2018 Ford Edge. My safety and passengers was put at risk because there was no fluid and brakes could fail at any time. The low fluid light did not stay on. This problem was confirmed at an independent service center. I am taking the vehicle to the Ford dealer service department on 8. 26. 26 only when turning a corner did a light come on low brake fluid for 2 seconds. It is not on otherwise. I have had the oil changed and vehicle inspected and used Ford service at the dealer "the works" package where supposedly the brakes fluid and breaks were inspected at appropriate intervals and this was last done on 3. 11. 26 and it was rated as "good" by the dealership. Based on the fact the master cylinder should be good for around 90,000 miles it seems defective and a safety issue. We have 28,000 miles, garage kept, well maintained vehicle Ford has issued massive safety recalls for exactly this issue on 2015–2018 Ford Edge vehicles (specifically recall 20v-332 / Ford campaign 20s31) however our vehicle does not fall within the date range. Our vehicle was made of 3/2018. I have called lasco Ford dealership and Ford customer service. This is our only vehicle and now we cannot drive it.

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 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 experience a failure.

Xxx, I parked my Edge car around 11am. I always put the car into park mode before turning off vehicle! the road was flat, good weather and had no previous issues/warnings. I went into building. My gray Ford Edge 2020 st with 105,000. Miles is a wonderful vehicle! I came out of appointment about an hour later and my Edge had rolled backwards 6 to 8 feet! it almost hit another vehicle, parked behind my car! I immediately took my car to local Ford dealership service, baugh Ford, [xxx]. I was told I needed to pay 1500 dollars for the vehicle to be taken apart to get an estimate of what needed to be fixed? I don’t have 1500 dollars to just give to Ford service for them to look online and find what other years and other Ford models have had with this exactly same safety recall! this is a huge safety issue and Ford does not want to fix because this is a vehicle that I paid off in 7 years, have been only driver and never been in any accidents! information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and attempting to decelerate or come to a complete stop, there was an abnormal sound while depressing the brake pedal. The brake warning light was illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that while in reverse, the rear-view camera displayed an upside-down image. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the power booster brake hose needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Upon further investigation, the contact associated the failure with an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Not sure if this is due to the recall from 2025 that does not have a remedy yet but driving my car makes me extremely nervous because my brakes are becoming difficult to use. Just wondering what I can do and what options have.

Problem: rear brake flexible hose leak. The right rear flexible brake hose failed as I was driving home. The brake pedal went to the floor. Fortunately, that only occurred one block from my home. I parked my car in my driveway and looked for the source of the problem. My initial thought was that my brake master cylinder may have failed, so I added dot4 brake fluid to the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid immediately drained to the right rear tire and on to the ground. I did an internet search and discovered the recall. On xxx I called my local dealer (bob bell Ford, [xxx]) and the lady confirmed that the flexible brake hose for the recall was not available. I asked her to document my phone call and concern. Ford's own web site stated that my vehicle has a Ford recall campaign dated 2025-08-25, campaign 25s87/25v544. Rear flexible brake hose leak. This is a safety issue. I was advised to get the flexible brake line replaced at an independent repair shop and provide the receipts to them for possible reimbursement from Ford. I was informed that the recall has not officially been issued and that I should receive notification in September 2026. On xxx called Ford hq on their customer service line. They recorded my VIN. The lady informed me that the flexible brake line was not available and to wait for the official recall notice. I stated to her, in other words, my car should be a paper weight that can't be used. She understood my concern. The only way that Ford would reimburse me would be if the work was done by a Ford dealer, using Ford parts (that's currently impossible). I advised that I had no choice but to take it to an independent repair shop and use aftermarket parts to get the SUV back on the road. She said that she would advise her superiors of my concern. On xxx, my SUV was towed on a flatbed to prince's tire and auto service pasadena MD for repair. On xxx prince's confirmed that the right rear flexible brake hose had failed. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low brake fluid warning light illuminated. The brake fluid reservoir was refilled; however, the failure reoccurred. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was scheduled for a diagnostic test within several days. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

Just purchased this used vehicle from orange auto connection in [xxx] on xxx. Car was in perfect operating condition. 2 days later while driving with my 2 granddaughters I was approaching a stop sign at about 35-40 mph and as I started to push on the break pedal it became very soft and pushed all the way to the floor with no resistance. I thought the car wouldnt stop,. Thankfully it did without an accident . It has not returned to the normal breaking conditions. Today is xxx. I have to drive this car everyday as it is my only vehicle. I didn't buy an extended warranty from the dealer because I couldn't afford it. Why has this issue not become a safety recall. If I had known about this problem that has apparently been addressed years ago and had just expired in November 2025 prior to buying this car I wouldn't have purchased it. They are a lot of people including myself that live check to check and still struggle with every day necessities and potentially being faced with a heafty repair bill to fix a dangerous fault that manufacture knew about really causes sleepless nights and undo stress that they should not have to endure because they are afraid they will be hurt or hurt othera in an accident caused by a manufacture defect. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The contact owns a 2017 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 contacted and confirmed that the part 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.

Look like a year and there is still no remedy.

The brakes are hard to mash and spongey and it has a hissing kind of sound I believe it is a brake booster. When I bought the vehicle used from a dealership they told me it didn't have any recalls on the vehicle but later own I found out it did have a recall for the abs system so I called the Ford company and they told me that the recall has already ended and they wouldn't fix it and now when I look it up online it showed the brake boosted had a recall to that the dealership never told me about but now I believe the recall has already ended on that to but not sure. But if the dealership told me the truth instead of lying to me I could have got to fix so I am wondering if there is away I could get those to recalls done on my 2012 Ford Edge. I noticed the abs messing up just a couple months after I bought it which was I believe in 2021 or 2022 and the brake booster started messing up around July 15, 2026.

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The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification for NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to complete the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that while the brake pedal was depressed, the pedal felt spongy and extended to the floorboard, and brake fluid leaked onto the ground. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the passenger-side rear brake line had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.

The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the brake pedal was inoperative. The contact stated that the vehicle drove for several yards, and the contact was unable to reach the parking brake. The vehicle was shifted into park(p) to attempt to stop the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle crashed into the shrubs in front of the window at an independent mechanic shop, causing the vehicle to come to a stop right before almost crashing into the shop window, which resulted in minor damage to the front bumper. No warning lights were illuminated. The air bags were not deployed. An independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and stated that the brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the brake booster module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The contact researched and was made aware of an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not included. The failure had occurred on several occasions. There were no injuries sustained. A police report was not filed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.

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Break booster break fell to the floor, slow to stop, spongy. I was able to put on my hazards and roll to safety stop. Huge risk if I was going faster or turning a curve. Dangerous to me and others to not being able to stop the problem hasn’t been taken to the shop yet as it was closed and I had the same problem in 2025 and 2023 which were confirmed and fixed with Ford parts. I am suspecting it is the same issue. Even if replaced the car is likely not safe WI the this part failing 3 times in less than 4 years. No warnings or symptoms, just falls to the floor and spongy break reaction.

The known defective brake booster which failed suddenly has been confirmed as defective by Ford dealers and its components failed resulting in catastrophic brake failure and not being able to stop. There were no warning lights or signs available it failed suddenly while driving also resulting in a near accident. I called Ford dealer and corporate who informed me I had missed the 10 year year window for the defective and they would be unable to replace it.

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The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle drove abnormally rough, and the vehicle seemed as if it was going to stall. The accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. Additionally, the brakes and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 167,000.

Brake system malfunctioned during commute. Safety was put as risk because no warning lights or recall/notice of failure were communicated. The brakes did not stop the car. The car is currently in the shop (Ford dealer) where it was shared that the rear brake hose is split. This is was the unsolved recall is associated with the car. However Ford motors did not warn me that the brakes were having issues on the car.

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 while driving on several occasions and depressing the brake pedal to stop the vehicle, the message "low brake fluid" was displayed, the brake pedal went to the floorboard, and the vehicle failed to respond as intended, causing the braking distance to be extended. The vehicle was taken to auto zone, where it was diagnosed and determined that the brake master cylinder had failed and the brake lines were leaking. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 190,214.

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact recieved notice of NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The contact stated that while waiting for a community get to open, and the brake pedal was depressed, the brake pedal floored and the brake warning light illuminated. The vehicle was carefully taken to the residence via back roads and parked. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear brake hose would be the only part replaced. The vehicle was not repaired as of yet. The manufacturer was not notified of of yet. The failure milage was approximately 83,000.

The contact owns a 20115 Ford Edge. The contact received a recall notification, NHTSA campaign number: 25v544000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however the parts were unavailable. The dealer was contacted, however the contact was informed that the parts would be available September 2026. The contact stated that the vehicle was unsafe because of the unrepaired recall repair. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was used for daily transportation, and the vehicle was unsafe when traveling up and down hills. The manufacturer was contacted, and confirmed that the parts would be available September 2026. The contact had not experienced any failure regarding the unrepaired recall repair.