2008 Ford Edge: engine failure

Filed Feb 24, 2026 · Engine · NC

The internal water pump failed on my 2008 Ford Edge (3.5L V6), allowing coolant to leak into the engine oil. This caused catastrophic engine damage and complete engine failure. The water pump is internally mounted and driven by the timing chain. When it fails, coolant contaminates the oil, destroying the engine without adequate warning. There was no external leak prior to failure. This is a known issue affecting many Ford vehicles with this engine design.

Filed Aug 16, 2023 · Engine, Fuel system · TX

The contact owns a 2008 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started to jerk, and the contact became aware of a burning odor. The contact pulled over off the roadway. The check engine warning light intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the water pump had failed. The water pump was replaced however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the brakes had failed and needed to be replaced; however, the failure recurred. The check engine warning light illuminated, and the low oil pressure warning light illuminated. The contact stated that after a week, the failure recurred, and the vehicle failed to shift into the intended gear. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine failed and needed to be replaced. Additionally, the contact stated that she was informed by the dealer of the federal safety agency Campaign Number 14V682000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.

Filed Feb 6, 2020 · Engine · 105,000 miles · MT

Our water pump on our 2008 ford edge limited, suffered a breakdown which allowed water to enter the engine internally. The water mixed with the oil inside the engine causing a complete engine failure. We were informed it would cost $7,800.00 to install a new ford engine. At the time of engine failure the odometer showed 105,000 miles. The car was being driven in town at a speed of 35 miles per hour in the month of august, 2019. I noticed the air conditioning was blowing hot air so I glanced at the dashboard to see the engine temperature gauge registering h (hot). At no time did the "check engine" light come on to alert me of an engine problem. I had the edge towed to a garage where we were shown a bill for $7,800 to replace the entire engine due to the water pump bursting and leaking water into the engine which mixed with oil in the engine. We believe this engine failure was the direct result of the location of the water pump which was "internally" in the engine.

Filed Mar 21, 2019 · Engine · 70,000 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. While driving various speeds, the engine seized and the vehicle lost power. The contact was able to pull the vehicle over to restart the engine. The failure occurred intermittently and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the coil pack needed to be repaired. Autonation ford mobile (901 east interstate 65 service rd s, mobile, al 36606, (251) 202-2016) and the manufacturer were made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Jan 26, 2019 · Engine · 180,000 miles · IL

Water pump went out causing car to overheat. Over view of vehicle determined that when the pump went out it mixed the antifreeze and oil inside the engine. Instead of just replacing the water pump now I need a whole new engine.

Filed Jul 30, 2018 · Transmission · 94,500 miles · UT

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. While driving 70 MPH coming off a ramp, the engine seized and the vehicle slowed down as the engine continued to rev. The contact stated that no failure codes appeared when he checked on his code reader. The dealer (larry h. Miller ford lincoln draper, 11442 lone peak pkwy, draper, ut 84020, (801) 590-0561) stated that the failure may be due to the transmission. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 94,500. The VIN was not available.

Filed Jul 24, 2018 · Engine, Transmission · 60,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. While driving 10 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle seized. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to arrotta's automax and rv (6623 n division st, spokane, wa 99208, 1‑509‑703‑7797), but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000. *tt

Filed May 25, 2016 · Engine · 150,000 miles · AZ

I own a 2008 edge with approx. 150,000 miles on it. The car has stalled on me 3 times in the last 3-4 months. The first time the car stalled I was on the freeway during rush hour. Thankfully I was able to restart the care and move it off to the side of the freeway before it stalled again. After having it towed, I was told that the water pump had cracked. The water pump involved a lot of labor and cost me about $1100-$1200 with the tow. About a week later, I was again driving on the freeway and the car stalled. Again, I was able to make my way off the freeway before the car died completely. Once again, I had to have the care towed. This time, I was told that the engine appeared to have coolant in the oil and created a murky goo. My engine needed to be replaced. Another $2200. The last incident was friday, may 20th. I had no indication there was a problem of any kind. I literally drove less than half a mile when the care overheated and stalled. I called and emailed ford to see if I could get any assistance, but have either have had no response or an email indicating that if the car is not under warranty or if no recalls have been issued, I would be responsible for any work that needs to be done. I contacted the dealership where I purchased the car, but have not received a response. I am out of money and options. I have been without a car for almost two weeks and feel incredibly frustrated by this situation. I find it absurd that a vehicle would get a blown engine with no warning and that a recall has not been issued. I am facing another $1200 or so in vehicle repairs.

Filed Mar 12, 2015 · Engine · 114,583 miles · MI

The water pump is located inside the engine and when a simple $160 part failed, it circulated anti-freeze through the engine necessitating a complete engine replacement. This happened within the span of 5 minutes with the first symptom the heat went off inside the cabin. No engine lights came on, the heat came back on and went off again, still no indication of engine or trouble lights going on. Then major engine failure, instantly the oil light went on and within seconds the motor overheated. There was a terrible noise as I found my way to a safe spot to stop the car. This is the most basic kind of irresponsibility in creating an expensive product like a car. American companies owe it to the public not to foist a huge design defect on an unsuspecting public and should willingly pay 100% of any and all claims for this issue.

Filed Jan 16, 2014 · Engine · 125,300 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. The contact stated that the water pump malfunctioned and leaked into the engine, causing the engine to fail. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer to have the engine replaced. The contact did not have any issues with the engine after the engine was replaced. The manufacture was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 125,300.

Filed Aug 4, 2011 · Steering · 28,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. The contact was driving 60 MPH when the power steering function failed. The contact was not able to steer because the steering wheel seized. The contact was able to merge to the shoulder where the vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer noticed that the power steering belt disconnected from the lower crank shaft pulley and the crank shaft pulley was re-attached. The contact stated that the belt should not have fallen off the crank shaft pulley and believed the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The failure mileage was 28,000.