Complaints & Recalls
Official Safety Recalls - Important!
14 RecallsThese are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.
Ford Motor Company
Safety Issue:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: 22S43
Recall Date: Jun 10, 2022
Ford Motor Company
Safety Issue:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: 20S42
Recall Date: Aug 11, 2020
Ford Motor Company
Safety Issue:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles. These vehicles may have door striker bolts that are shorter than intended. Vehicles with shorter door striker bolts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components" potentially resulting in the doors opening in the event of a crash.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: 18C06
Recall Date: Sep 11, 2018
Ford Motor Company
Safety Issue:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, 2019 Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The power supply cables at the starter and the alternator may not have been properly secured, possibly resulting in an electrical arc.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: 18S25
Recall Date: Aug 20, 2018
Ford Motor Company
Safety Issue:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford Edge and 2017 Lincoln MKZ vehicles. On vehicles with 2.0L gas engines and six-speed automatic transmissions, the torque converter weld studs may have been inadequately welded.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: 17S16 (S2)
Recall Date: Jun 11, 2018
Consumer Complaints
789 ComplaintsFord Motor Company
Defect Description:
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
Potential Consequences:
The contact's fiancé owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the power liftgate failed to open manually or automatically. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there were no recalls related to the VIN for the failure. The contact was then referred to the NHTSA Hotline to file a complaint. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact's fiancé owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the power liftgate failed to open manually or automatically. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there were no recalls related to the VIN for the failure. The contact was then referred to the NHTSA Hotline to file a complaint. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact's fiancé owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the power liftgate failed to open manually or automatically. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there were no recalls related to the VIN for the failure. The contact was then referred to the NHTSA Hotline to file a complaint. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11663918
Recall Date: May 30, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera failed to display an image. The contact stated that the failure only occurred during hot weather conditions. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer to be diagnosed. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was informed by the manufacturer that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to report the failure to the NHTSA Hotline. The approximate failure mileage 89,870.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera failed to display an image. The contact stated that the failure only occurred during hot weather conditions. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer to be diagnosed. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was informed by the manufacturer that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to report the failure to the NHTSA Hotline. The approximate failure mileage 89,870.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera failed to display an image. The contact stated that the failure only occurred during hot weather conditions. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer to be diagnosed. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was informed by the manufacturer that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to report the failure to the NHTSA Hotline. The approximate failure mileage 89,870.
Mfg Campaign: 11663478
Recall Date: May 28, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
Ford Ecoboost 2.0 L engine, ~95,000 miles. The check engine light came on while on a cross country drive and the diagnostic code was a cylinder 2 misfire. The vehicle would chug and sputter when started up and had trailing white smoke from the exhaust. The garage reset the code and replaced the spark plugs. 2 weeks later the engine started chugging again on start up, with white smoke and a smell of burning coolant. We took it to our mechanic locally who found coolant leaking into the cylinder. He reset the code and recommended we take it to the dealer. When I got the vehicle back, I checked the coolant to find that it was excessively low, presumably from it leaking into the cylinder for an unknown amount of time. We researched online and found that the occasion of coolant leaking into the #2 cylinder is a common problem with an incredibly large range of affected vehicles, and that the solution is to replace the engine. When I spoke to the dealership and described the problem, they confirmed that the only solution was an engine replacement and that it was routine for them. They quoted me $11,000 for the repair.
Corrective Action:
Ford Ecoboost 2.0 L engine, ~95,000 miles. The check engine light came on while on a cross country drive and the diagnostic code was a cylinder 2 misfire. The vehicle would chug and sputter when started up and had trailing white smoke from the exhaust. The garage reset the code and replaced the spark plugs. 2 weeks later the engine started chugging again on start up, with white smoke and a smell of burning coolant. We took it to our mechanic locally who found coolant leaking into the cylinder. He reset the code and recommended we take it to the dealer. When I got the vehicle back, I checked the coolant to find that it was excessively low, presumably from it leaking into the cylinder for an unknown amount of time. We researched online and found that the occasion of coolant leaking into the #2 cylinder is a common problem with an incredibly large range of affected vehicles, and that the solution is to replace the engine. When I spoke to the dealership and described the problem, they confirmed that the only solution was an engine replacement and that it was routine for them. They quoted me $11,000 for the repair.
Additional Notes:
Ford Ecoboost 2.0 L engine, ~95,000 miles. The check engine light came on while on a cross country drive and the diagnostic code was a cylinder 2 misfire. The vehicle would chug and sputter when started up and had trailing white smoke from the exhaust. The garage reset the code and replaced the spark plugs. 2 weeks later the engine started chugging again on start up, with white smoke and a smell of burning coolant. We took it to our mechanic locally who found coolant leaking into the cylinder. He reset the code and recommended we take it to the dealer. When I got the vehicle back, I checked the coolant to find that it was excessively low, presumably from it leaking into the cylinder for an unknown amount of time. We researched online and found that the occasion of coolant leaking into the #2 cylinder is a common problem with an incredibly large range of affected vehicles, and that the solution is to replace the engine. When I spoke to the dealership and described the problem, they confirmed that the only solution was an engine replacement and that it was routine for them. They quoted me $11,000 for the repair.
Mfg Campaign: 11663265
Recall Date: May 27, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, the following morning the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the engine was faulty and needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that the head gasket was blown, causing coolant to leak into the cylinders. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 84,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, the following morning the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the engine was faulty and needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that the head gasket was blown, causing coolant to leak into the cylinders. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 84,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, the following morning the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the engine was faulty and needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that the head gasket was blown, causing coolant to leak into the cylinders. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 84,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11662817
Recall Date: May 23, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced rough driving, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that as an independent mechanic, he had diagnosed that there was coolant intrusion in the engine cylinder #2, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 62,553.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced rough driving, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that as an independent mechanic, he had diagnosed that there was coolant intrusion in the engine cylinder #2, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 62,553.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced rough driving, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that as an independent mechanic, he had diagnosed that there was coolant intrusion in the engine cylinder #2, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 62,553.
Mfg Campaign: 11662566
Recall Date: May 22, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving on several occasions at speeds over 30 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the pressure sensor on one of the cylinders needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred approximately 8 months later. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer where it was diagnosed that there was coolant leaking into the cylinders, and the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving on several occasions at speeds over 30 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the pressure sensor on one of the cylinders needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred approximately 8 months later. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer where it was diagnosed that there was coolant leaking into the cylinders, and the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving on several occasions at speeds over 30 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the pressure sensor on one of the cylinders needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred approximately 8 months later. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer where it was diagnosed that there was coolant leaking into the cylinders, and the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11661850
Recall Date: May 19, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
In June of 2024 we had coolant getting into cylinder head. A new head gasket was installed and the car was ok until May of 2025 when we are faced with the same problem again. We have a 3rd party warranty program that made the repair last year but are refusing to this time. So we now a vehicle that is not drivable, is a safety risk if it is driven. Ford motor company has no assistance to offer at this time unless a recall is issued! The warranty company said since TSB’s are out that they will not cover this! If this is a Ford defect then it should be covered and repaired by them. There have been many recalls on this issue. Why not mine?
Corrective Action:
In June of 2024 we had coolant getting into cylinder head. A new head gasket was installed and the car was ok until May of 2025 when we are faced with the same problem again. We have a 3rd party warranty program that made the repair last year but are refusing to this time. So we now a vehicle that is not drivable, is a safety risk if it is driven. Ford motor company has no assistance to offer at this time unless a recall is issued! The warranty company said since TSB’s are out that they will not cover this! If this is a Ford defect then it should be covered and repaired by them. There have been many recalls on this issue. Why not mine?
Additional Notes:
In June of 2024 we had coolant getting into cylinder head. A new head gasket was installed and the car was ok until May of 2025 when we are faced with the same problem again. We have a 3rd party warranty program that made the repair last year but are refusing to this time. So we now a vehicle that is not drivable, is a safety risk if it is driven. Ford motor company has no assistance to offer at this time unless a recall is issued! The warranty company said since TSB’s are out that they will not cover this! If this is a Ford defect then it should be covered and repaired by them. There have been many recalls on this issue. Why not mine?
Mfg Campaign: 11661495
Recall Date: May 16, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
Coolant intrusion into the engine (eco boost) slow leak but failing emissions testing. engine misfires and runs hard. Only 80,000 miles on the car. Can be inspected, had it inspected by a local mechanic who confirmed the issue. No warning signs, never had a check engine light on prior to the issue. Mechanic says I need an entire long block replace. Now that I know of the warning signs, they have been ongoing for about 20,000 miles, but the only gone light just came on in April. Safety issues for this is that this can cause engine fires.
Corrective Action:
Coolant intrusion into the engine (eco boost) slow leak but failing emissions testing. engine misfires and runs hard. Only 80,000 miles on the car. Can be inspected, had it inspected by a local mechanic who confirmed the issue. No warning signs, never had a check engine light on prior to the issue. Mechanic says I need an entire long block replace. Now that I know of the warning signs, they have been ongoing for about 20,000 miles, but the only gone light just came on in April. Safety issues for this is that this can cause engine fires.
Additional Notes:
Coolant intrusion into the engine (eco boost) slow leak but failing emissions testing. engine misfires and runs hard. Only 80,000 miles on the car. Can be inspected, had it inspected by a local mechanic who confirmed the issue. No warning signs, never had a check engine light on prior to the issue. Mechanic says I need an entire long block replace. Now that I know of the warning signs, they have been ongoing for about 20,000 miles, but the only gone light just came on in April. Safety issues for this is that this can cause engine fires.
Mfg Campaign: 11661084
Recall Date: May 14, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Consequences:
The contact called on behalf of her son, who owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while her son was driving on the highway at 60 MPH, there was white smoke coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle lost automotive power; however, there were no warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled over and had the vehicle towed to a local dealer, where the vehicle was diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was a coolant intrusion into the engine and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,234.
Corrective Action:
The contact called on behalf of her son, who owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while her son was driving on the highway at 60 MPH, there was white smoke coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle lost automotive power; however, there were no warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled over and had the vehicle towed to a local dealer, where the vehicle was diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was a coolant intrusion into the engine and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,234.
Additional Notes:
The contact called on behalf of her son, who owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while her son was driving on the highway at 60 MPH, there was white smoke coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle lost automotive power; however, there were no warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled over and had the vehicle towed to a local dealer, where the vehicle was diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was a coolant intrusion into the engine and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,234.
Mfg Campaign: 11660648
Recall Date: May 13, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was driving rough, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that there was coolant inside the engine and informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was driving rough, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that there was coolant inside the engine and informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was driving rough, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that there was coolant inside the engine and informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11660376
Recall Date: May 12, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was driving rough, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that there was coolant inside the engine and informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was driving rough, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that there was coolant inside the engine and informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was driving rough, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that there was coolant inside the engine and informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11660376
Recall Date: May 12, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
Engine long block needed replacing at 55,625 miles. Verified by Al Packer WPB , Fl., and engineer replaced. Ford paid $3300 for block while I was charged almost $3300 for labor (after discounting over $1000 from sales/service) Block design fault per Ford on TSB 22-2229. (All 2013-2015 Edge model with 2.0 Ecoboost engines need replacing.) The danger is overheating and engine seizing … could happen while driving and cause an accident. Check engine light was on. After learning about this, I checked for missing coolant, needed to top it off as it was almost empty. Then on a restart the smoke coming from tailpipe was quite obvious. (I have that on video). FORD should pay for 100% of this repair. I have had this vehicle 8years, and have 55,625 miles on 5year/60,000 warranty.
Corrective Action:
Engine long block needed replacing at 55,625 miles. Verified by Al Packer WPB , Fl., and engineer replaced. Ford paid $3300 for block while I was charged almost $3300 for labor (after discounting over $1000 from sales/service) Block design fault per Ford on TSB 22-2229. (All 2013-2015 Edge model with 2.0 Ecoboost engines need replacing.) The danger is overheating and engine seizing … could happen while driving and cause an accident. Check engine light was on. After learning about this, I checked for missing coolant, needed to top it off as it was almost empty. Then on a restart the smoke coming from tailpipe was quite obvious. (I have that on video). FORD should pay for 100% of this repair. I have had this vehicle 8years, and have 55,625 miles on 5year/60,000 warranty.
Additional Notes:
Engine long block needed replacing at 55,625 miles. Verified by Al Packer WPB , Fl., and engineer replaced. Ford paid $3300 for block while I was charged almost $3300 for labor (after discounting over $1000 from sales/service) Block design fault per Ford on TSB 22-2229. (All 2013-2015 Edge model with 2.0 Ecoboost engines need replacing.) The danger is overheating and engine seizing … could happen while driving and cause an accident. Check engine light was on. After learning about this, I checked for missing coolant, needed to top it off as it was almost empty. Then on a restart the smoke coming from tailpipe was quite obvious. (I have that on video). FORD should pay for 100% of this repair. I have had this vehicle 8years, and have 55,625 miles on 5year/60,000 warranty.
Mfg Campaign: 11660444
Recall Date: May 12, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
2nd time this has happened, coolant leaking into cylinder head. June of 2024 and now May2025. If this is a design flaw by Ford why hasn’t this been addressed? Vehicle has little over 90,000 miles.
Corrective Action:
2nd time this has happened, coolant leaking into cylinder head. June of 2024 and now May2025. If this is a design flaw by Ford why hasn’t this been addressed? Vehicle has little over 90,000 miles.
Additional Notes:
2nd time this has happened, coolant leaking into cylinder head. June of 2024 and now May2025. If this is a design flaw by Ford why hasn’t this been addressed? Vehicle has little over 90,000 miles.
Mfg Campaign: 11660159
Recall Date: May 10, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Consequences:
The contact's son owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was displayed on the instrument panel. Upon investigation, the contact's son discovered that the coolant level was extremely low. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where mechanic discovered coolant intrusion into several engine cylinders. The contact's son was then informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle had also been taken to a dealer where a diagnostic test was performed; however, the contact was provided the same information as the independent mechanic. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and the contact was referred to the dealer. The vehicle remained in the possession of the dealer unrepaired. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact's son owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was displayed on the instrument panel. Upon investigation, the contact's son discovered that the coolant level was extremely low. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where mechanic discovered coolant intrusion into several engine cylinders. The contact's son was then informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle had also been taken to a dealer where a diagnostic test was performed; however, the contact was provided the same information as the independent mechanic. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and the contact was referred to the dealer. The vehicle remained in the possession of the dealer unrepaired. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact's son owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was displayed on the instrument panel. Upon investigation, the contact's son discovered that the coolant level was extremely low. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where mechanic discovered coolant intrusion into several engine cylinders. The contact's son was then informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle had also been taken to a dealer where a diagnostic test was performed; however, the contact was provided the same information as the independent mechanic. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and the contact was referred to the dealer. The vehicle remained in the possession of the dealer unrepaired. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11659920
Recall Date: May 9, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was erratically shaking, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the roadway. The contact checked the coolant level, and the coolant lever was low. The coolant reservoir was refilled. The vehicle was driven to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a coolant leak and engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 59,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was erratically shaking, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the roadway. The contact checked the coolant level, and the coolant lever was low. The coolant reservoir was refilled. The vehicle was driven to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a coolant leak and engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 59,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was erratically shaking, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the roadway. The contact checked the coolant level, and the coolant lever was low. The coolant reservoir was refilled. The vehicle was driven to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a coolant leak and engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 59,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11659820
Recall Date: May 8, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was erratically shaking, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the roadway. The contact checked the coolant level, and the coolant lever was low. The coolant reservoir was refilled. The vehicle was driven to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a coolant leak and engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 59,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was erratically shaking, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the roadway. The contact checked the coolant level, and the coolant lever was low. The coolant reservoir was refilled. The vehicle was driven to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a coolant leak and engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 59,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was erratically shaking, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the roadway. The contact checked the coolant level, and the coolant lever was low. The coolant reservoir was refilled. The vehicle was driven to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a coolant leak and engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 59,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11659820
Recall Date: May 8, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
2018 Ford Edge 2.0 Ecoboost engine misfire in cylinder 2 (code P-0302 and Smoke from tailpipe. After replacing coil assembly and then spark plugs engine still runs rough. Looking in internet I discovered a Ford TSB 22-2229. Which clearly admits Ford knowledge of said “design flaw” which can cease the engine. Ford should be held liable and fix ALL vehicles effected. My car has 55,700 miles on it. Ford is covering engine block cost and charging me the labor costs in excess of $4,200..
Corrective Action:
2018 Ford Edge 2.0 Ecoboost engine misfire in cylinder 2 (code P-0302 and Smoke from tailpipe. After replacing coil assembly and then spark plugs engine still runs rough. Looking in internet I discovered a Ford TSB 22-2229. Which clearly admits Ford knowledge of said “design flaw” which can cease the engine. Ford should be held liable and fix ALL vehicles effected. My car has 55,700 miles on it. Ford is covering engine block cost and charging me the labor costs in excess of $4,200..
Additional Notes:
2018 Ford Edge 2.0 Ecoboost engine misfire in cylinder 2 (code P-0302 and Smoke from tailpipe. After replacing coil assembly and then spark plugs engine still runs rough. Looking in internet I discovered a Ford TSB 22-2229. Which clearly admits Ford knowledge of said “design flaw” which can cease the engine. Ford should be held liable and fix ALL vehicles effected. My car has 55,700 miles on it. Ford is covering engine block cost and charging me the labor costs in excess of $4,200..
Mfg Campaign: 11659313
Recall Date: May 6, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
The check engine light came on. Took the car for service. The mechanic did many diagnostic tests and discovered coolant leaking into the cylinder. Advised this caused engine failure and is unsafe. The engine must be replaced. The manufacturer is aware of this problem and the unsafe driving conditions it causes. They have issued a technical service bulletin but not a recall.
Corrective Action:
The check engine light came on. Took the car for service. The mechanic did many diagnostic tests and discovered coolant leaking into the cylinder. Advised this caused engine failure and is unsafe. The engine must be replaced. The manufacturer is aware of this problem and the unsafe driving conditions it causes. They have issued a technical service bulletin but not a recall.
Additional Notes:
The check engine light came on. Took the car for service. The mechanic did many diagnostic tests and discovered coolant leaking into the cylinder. Advised this caused engine failure and is unsafe. The engine must be replaced. The manufacturer is aware of this problem and the unsafe driving conditions it causes. They have issued a technical service bulletin but not a recall.
Mfg Campaign: 11658444
Recall Date: May 2, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
Check engine light displayed despite the fact that the car seemed to be running fine. I took the car to a repair shop and then to Ford Service who documented the diagnostic code P0302 Misfire4 on Cylinder #2. They did a pressure test. and found coolantintrusion on cylinder #2. The recommended repair was to replace the engine at a cost of $8700. My Ford EDGE has only 61,000 miles on it. I have found the following information on this car's engine indicating this was a known problem. I purchased this car < 2 yrs ago. Prior owner was not aware of any notification from Ford. The 2018 Ford Edge, particularly those with the 2.0 EcoBoost engine, are known for a design flaw that can cause coolant intrusion into the engine cylinders. This issue can lead to significant engine damage and potentially require a full engine replacement. Ford has addressed this with a recall and customer satisfaction program. Here's a more detailed explanation: Design Flaw: A design flaw in the 2.0 EcoBoost engine can cause coolant to leak into the engine's cylinders. Consequences: This coolant intrusion can lead to overheating, engine damage, and potentially requires a full engine replacement. Ford's Response: Ford has issued a recall (21N12 customer satisfaction program) and a TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) to address this issue, offering a one-time free fix. Symptoms: Signs of coolant intrusion can include low coolant levels, overheating, rough idle, white exhaust, and possibly a "milkshake" appearance on the underside of the oil cap. Diagnosis: Ford has a specific diagnostic procedure for identifying coolant intrusion, involving pressure testing and inspecting the cylinders. Repair: The primary fix is a long block replacement, which includes replacing the engine.
Corrective Action:
Check engine light displayed despite the fact that the car seemed to be running fine. I took the car to a repair shop and then to Ford Service who documented the diagnostic code P0302 Misfire4 on Cylinder #2. They did a pressure test. and found coolantintrusion on cylinder #2. The recommended repair was to replace the engine at a cost of $8700. My Ford EDGE has only 61,000 miles on it. I have found the following information on this car's engine indicating this was a known problem. I purchased this car < 2 yrs ago. Prior owner was not aware of any notification from Ford. The 2018 Ford Edge, particularly those with the 2.0 EcoBoost engine, are known for a design flaw that can cause coolant intrusion into the engine cylinders. This issue can lead to significant engine damage and potentially require a full engine replacement. Ford has addressed this with a recall and customer satisfaction program. Here's a more detailed explanation: Design Flaw: A design flaw in the 2.0 EcoBoost engine can cause coolant to leak into the engine's cylinders. Consequences: This coolant intrusion can lead to overheating, engine damage, and potentially requires a full engine replacement. Ford's Response: Ford has issued a recall (21N12 customer satisfaction program) and a TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) to address this issue, offering a one-time free fix. Symptoms: Signs of coolant intrusion can include low coolant levels, overheating, rough idle, white exhaust, and possibly a "milkshake" appearance on the underside of the oil cap. Diagnosis: Ford has a specific diagnostic procedure for identifying coolant intrusion, involving pressure testing and inspecting the cylinders. Repair: The primary fix is a long block replacement, which includes replacing the engine.
Additional Notes:
Check engine light displayed despite the fact that the car seemed to be running fine. I took the car to a repair shop and then to Ford Service who documented the diagnostic code P0302 Misfire4 on Cylinder #2. They did a pressure test. and found coolantintrusion on cylinder #2. The recommended repair was to replace the engine at a cost of $8700. My Ford EDGE has only 61,000 miles on it. I have found the following information on this car's engine indicating this was a known problem. I purchased this car < 2 yrs ago. Prior owner was not aware of any notification from Ford. The 2018 Ford Edge, particularly those with the 2.0 EcoBoost engine, are known for a design flaw that can cause coolant intrusion into the engine cylinders. This issue can lead to significant engine damage and potentially require a full engine replacement. Ford has addressed this with a recall and customer satisfaction program. Here's a more detailed explanation: Design Flaw: A design flaw in the 2.0 EcoBoost engine can cause coolant to leak into the engine's cylinders. Consequences: This coolant intrusion can lead to overheating, engine damage, and potentially requires a full engine replacement. Ford's Response: Ford has issued a recall (21N12 customer satisfaction program) and a TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) to address this issue, offering a one-time free fix. Symptoms: Signs of coolant intrusion can include low coolant levels, overheating, rough idle, white exhaust, and possibly a "milkshake" appearance on the underside of the oil cap. Diagnosis: Ford has a specific diagnostic procedure for identifying coolant intrusion, involving pressure testing and inspecting the cylinders. Repair: The primary fix is a long block replacement, which includes replacing the engine.
Mfg Campaign: 11658313
Recall Date: May 1, 2025
Ford Motor Company
Defect Description:
POWER TRAIN
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly jerked with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that there were metal shavings inside the torque converter, which caused the transmission to fail. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly jerked with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that there were metal shavings inside the torque converter, which caused the transmission to fail. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly jerked with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that there were metal shavings inside the torque converter, which caused the transmission to fail. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11657512
Recall Date: Apr 29, 2025
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