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.
2008 Ford Edge engine complaints
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Transmission is banging into gear including reverse .at times is refuses to move forward . From a stand still it bangs when placed in reverse and bangs on up shifts 2nd and third gears .
My car have 13300 ml the water pump are leak flue into the engine oil lubrication system, and damage the engine, am doe my research and I fin out the water pump utility live is 15000 mi acorder to eastern district court of michigan resolution of ford motor company manufacture engine fail
The wrench light will come on when driving the vehicle, and power is lost. My car will slow down to around 10-20 MPH no matter where I am or how fast I am going. This is a huge safety issue that needs to be addressed by ford. I have been on I-10 with my husband and toddler and the vehicle goes into this "limp mode" at 80 MPH! I am so terrified to drive a vehicle that I have to pay every month for. Mechanics that have looked at the car have no definitive answer to problem, they suggested that the throttle body be cleaned. We did that and it was no help. The vehicle left me and my son stranded this morning on the side of the highway because I could not get it out of the "safety limp mode". Usually, I can pull over, park, and shut the car off for a few minutes, then turn it on and it would work again. This morning, it would not reset itself. I would appreciate any help or advice on this matter.
While driving the ford edge has a complete loss of power. The wrench light and battery light came on. The power steering would not work and I had to coast to the side of the road. I turned off the engine and was able to restart it. The mechanic was not able to replicate it. It has happened multiple times almost causing a wreck each time while driving in the city. Luckily it has not happened on the highway. I have had the throttle body replaced as suggested in the forums for this problem. Https://www.cargurus.com/cars/discussion-t35446_ds471580
Driving, going up a hill, the car stopped accelerating and lost power going up. I almost got into an accident. The car doesn't accelerate and it has all the fluids and changed of oils. The car clunks and has a wrench. When I put into reverse it jump a very minimum acceleration. I'm afraid to drive it. I had to tow the car. The mechanic couldn't find the problem. He said he cleared up the computer and it was fine. Then I was driving on the highway and it happened again. No acceleration. Why ford hasn't made this into a safety recall. I did my investigation and I believe it has to do with the transmission sensors. Please help me.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. While operating the vehicle and making a turn, the vehicle shut down. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the water pump failed and damaged the bearings, which blew out the motor. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 50,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. While driving 75 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the water pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the failure recurred. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was 120,000.
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.
Driving to work I noticed the temperature gauge got all the way up and I pulled over, since I was driving on the I-41 northbound highway, I decided to get off the highway since I was pretty close to the exit. I called my husband for assistance and right after he dropped me off at work, he checked the SUV and noticed the coolant reservoir was very low. We took it to the mechanic and after the inspection his diagnostic was a 'water pump failure ' since the water pump is located 'inside ' the engine itself, it will be a 'very expensive fix' so the mechanic recommended to report it since it may be fomoco's faulty. I completely agreed with hem, because the fact they installed the water pump inside the engine, doesn't make any sense, because just a inexpensive pump affected the whole engine and to repair it, will cost more than the SUV itself. This happened on january 28th 2019, around 1:30. My husband and I are hoping there is a 'recall ' regarding this matter.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle jerked without warning. The vehicle was taken to nakoma plaza auto (608‑271‑2323, located at 4514 verona rd, madison, wi 53711) where it was diagnosed that the driveshaft needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure nd referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 165,000. *tt
Several times now, my car will not accelerate. This has happened while going 40, 60, 70mph on the hwy. I have had to instantly put hazards on and try to pull over which isn't always easy during rush hour traffic. When this happens, I pull off, and then my car lurches forward and shifts gears and then can accelerate. This has also happened when I have been at a complete stop, and tried to accelerate. When you cannot move forward, or crawl at speeds under 5mph, but your rpms are reaching 7, there is something seriously wrong. I have taken it in a few times only to be told they cannot find or recreate the issues, so they send me on my way. It sounds as if many others are having the exact same issues. I am very nervous that my luck in pulling off out of harms way will run out. I have called my dealership to once again have it looked at but they cannot get me in for 10 days.... Should I even drive this car if it is not reliable?? I truly am frightened to drive now, and this is my only car and am a single mother. Not sure what I am supposed to do. I really hope that ford recalls this, as I have read that there are several lawsuits pending this exact issue.
The truck suddenly stalls out, u press the accelerator and the truck doesn't pick up speed, I turn the ignition on and it doesn't start, it cuts off in the mist of driving and turning...very dangerous there should be a recall and it should not expire I have my children in the car with me!!!!
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
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. While operating the vehicle, a clunking noise was present when shifting gears and the vehicle hesitated while accelerating. On several occasions, the check engine indicator illuminated during the failures. After turning the vehicle off and back on, the failure would sometimes be corrected. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failures. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified. The failure mileage was 85,000.
Internal water pump failure while driving causing engine to shut off.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the contact heard a clattering noise emitting from the vehicle. The contact also noticed hot water coming from the vehicle. The contact lifted the hood and observed that the vehicle's water pump had burst, which caused water to leak into the engine. A certified mechanic diagnosed that the water pump failed and caused the engine to fail as well. The water pump, timing chain, tensioners, phasers, and several other unidentified parts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact called white ford lincoln (located at 4120 front st, winnsboro, la 71295; 888‑303‑4692) and was informed that the water pump entered the engine, which caused failures to occur, and that they would have to contact the corporate office. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened case number: cas13013218. The approximate failure mileage was 84,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. While driving 25-30 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the a single ignition coil failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The dealer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 109,235.
Two weeks ago I was driving on nj rout 9 when the transmission sounded like it was in neutral but it wasn't. All the warning lights were on and was able to drive to a safe area and stop. I did not turn the car off and exited the car and tried to open the rear doors and hatch but couldn't. Next I turned the car off and waited a few minutes before starting it. When it started, all was fine. The next morning I drove it to a transmission shop without incident. There was only 62,000 miles on it at the time but the warranty expired because it was more than seven years. The oss was replaced at a cost of 750.00. This is not the firs major issue with this vehicle. Less than one year ago two coils faulted causing a back feed of too much voltage to the computer causing it to fry. A cost of more than 3,000.00 to repair.
Without any warning - no high temp light or any engine light - the water pump failed causing severe damage to the engine because it caused the timing chain to go slack and allowing coolant to get into the engine. This seems to be a known issue with this engine. I ran diagnosis the same morning with perfect results before failure. I was turning onto my street when vehicle lost power and would not start again.
At a stop sign, stepped on the gas, the car wouldn't move. Still running and in gear. Apparent water pump failure with no warning at all. Leaked antifreeze into the oil. No recalls or tsbs on the water pump.
My 2008 ford edge (since I brought it) has been having the same issue. When driving the vehicle, all of the lights on the panel will light up( wrench light, airbag light, tire pressure light...etc) the odometer will go off and have only dashes, the car will then have a loss of acceleration. The car feels like it is trying really hard to stay in gear or change gears.this will happen on the highway going 60mph as well as local roads at lower speeds. I will have to put my hazards on and pull over on the side. We figured out that if you disconnect the cables on the battery for a few minutes then reconnect the car will then run again ok. This is a serious hazard. I have almost been hit several times on the highway due to this issue and have been hit from behind getting on the highway already. I have taken the car to ford several times only to be told that there is "no code reading" so they can not diagnose the problem. I have researched this to find out if other ford edges have the same issue and I came across a slew of other ford edge owners with the same issue. I have contacted ford several times to be told that there are no recalls on this.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the water pump fractured. As a result, the coolant and oil mixed, which damaged the engine. The engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 138,000. Updated 01/31/17*lj
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a loss of engine power. The vehicle could not be driven over 1,000 rpms. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the front axle on the passenger side was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle could not be repaired. Prior to the failure, the vehicle experienced the same failure and the front axle on the passenger side was replaced. The technician stated that the manufacturer would no longer build parts for the 2008 ford edge. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.
I purchased this car within the past month from a used car dealership with 78,000 miles on it. This past weekend, I was pulling into a parking lot and the engine shut off while trying to park my car. Luckily there wasn't any traffic behind me but if this would have happened while cars were behind me, I probably would have gotten into a severe accident.
Driving at i275 to st petersburg, at 60mph the car made a loud noise from the engine and reduced gears abruptly, it felt like a hard braking from the engine, very hard. The RPM went skyrocket, the car lost power and wouldn't go over 45mph or it would do the same again. It looked like it was on a very low gear, as it was at 40mph doing almost 4000rpm... I stopped at a gas station, turned it of and let it sit for about 20 minutes. When I tried to go back rome, after 2 miles it did the same, it lost power. I drove back to the gas station and had it towed home.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. While attempting to start the vehicle, it failed to start. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition coil, power control module, and catalytic converter failed and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 117,000. ..updated 11/21/16
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact mentioned that the accelerator pedal had to be depressed aggressively for the vehicle to move forward. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed nor repaired. The technician stated that the throttle body may have failed and may need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 128,000. The VIN was not available.
As everyone else, loses acceleration, shut off and it seems fine later. High RPM no power, as if it cant shift. No error lights, shaking along with sputtering when it has a load.....very dangerous as I drive major highway daily. Has been happening more frequently now
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