2008 Ford Edge: ball joint or control arm failure

Filed Oct 19, 2023 · Suspension, Transmission · ID

The contact owned a 2008 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently vibrated and jumped. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the passenger’s side CV axle seal and lower ball joint failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact was informed that the parts to do the repair had failed. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the repair required an unknown kit. The failure mileage was unavailable.

Filed Jun 9, 2022 · Suspension · FL

We were turning a corner at a light and our tie-rod, axel, control arm, sway bar link and CV Shaft all broke at once causing our car to come to a dead stop in the road and we could not even push it out of the road, we were able to purchase the CV Shaft, Control Arm ASY, and The Sway Bar Lnk. for the one side the car is still not moveable we need a tire that we cant afford and from the looks of it the other side may do the same and the part that worries me about our safety is that is it does it on the freeway and we come to a dead stop in traffic or something it will be bad. What we need and I was told that if my car showed up on the recall list for any reason that you would fix any safety issues free of charge and my car did come up on the list. I just purchased the vehicle in november 2020 and was told all the original parts are still on it. Please let me know where to go to get my car fixed this is our only means of transportation to go to school for me and my kids and for my husband to find a job thank you. What we need is a tire for the front passenger side and the driver side fixed asap.

Filed May 11, 2018 · Steering, Suspension · 75,000 miles · MA · crash

In making a right hand turn, the steering wheel became uncontrollable and impossible to straighten out causing the vehicle to continue in its turning radius and crash into a sign on the sidewalk. The vehicle was transported to a salvage yard. I am of the belief that the ball joint failed. We have always maintained the car at ford authorized dealerships and even replaced the ball joints recently. This car has a propensity for failing ball joints. [xxx], [xxx], w rox ,ma 02132, [xxx] ('parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).')

Filed Mar 29, 2017 · 111,110 miles · OH

Well brought the car back in 2014. Wonderful car for the long trips around USA. When I was in ohio and had a problem with car as it says wench and airbags lights on, speedometer was on 0 and RPM was on 2000 so I pulled over and shut the car down . Then restart the car and it was fine so later on I was on the highway of west va 77 and it do same thing so I did the same thing shut the car down and re start the [xxx] car all is alright........so one day I was taking bro in law home in lowell ohio and parked my car and as soon I was leaving and my car wont go I tried to shut it down and see if it works but nope. I called to towing company to get the [xxx] car to ford dealer shop in marietta ohio.. Next day they called and saying that they don't know the problem but found problem with my hub and spinnle {near the tie rod} paid 800 bucks for it and nothing so far..... No problem until month ago I was driving on 77 and it did the same thing,pulled over and shut down the car and restart the car no problem..... Same old [xxx] did it again when I was speeding on 77 highway.... If imagine I get shut down and I will be flying down the ditch..... So I am scared to drive the [xxx] evil car and trying to get rid of it since I owe to the credit place and can not get other car ...... They should put recall on all ford cars and recheck it everything ...hey people..... Old cars backs in the 60s 70s 80s have no freaking problems now all is [xxx] cars and everyone getting killed over stupid [xxx] like engineers can not know the [xxx] truth so I need you to re call my freakin car so I can get other car cuz I have a life and paying [xxx] bills if my car going to kill me soon... Hey check this out my car had two recalls.... Gas tanks that leaks and passenger side airbags that will kill or mame you when in accident but what about if speed and all of sudden car shut down in the middle highway? Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jun 8, 2009 · Transmission · 3,300 miles · AZ

While making a low speed left hand turn, the driver heard a loud bang and the card stopped dead in the road. Upon investigation the right wheel including the disc brake rotor, caliper, and wheel has separated from the transaxle. The half shaft was pulled completely out of the transaxle and the wheel assembly was held onto the car by the brake line and the shock strut assembly. The lower control arm was completely separated from the wheel. The car was completely undrivable at this point and had to be towed.

Filed Mar 16, 2009 · Airbags · 65 miles · OH · crash · 1 injury

I was involved in a lateral collision to the driver's side/door at an alleged 25 MPH when a subject driving a 97 chevy cavalier, failed to stop at a red traffic signal at an intersection. Subject had a high level of intoxication (.175 bac) & impaired judgment; he continued to accelerate through the intersection striking my vehicle in the driver's side door. I was the sole occupant and driver of the 2008 ford edge. The crash forces did push me through the intersection where my vehicle came to rest several yards from the point of impact. I was not able to open my driver's side window or driver's side door, several emergency personnel pulled and pried on the door until it opened to free me. The police report indicates that there was no airbag deployment; the officer who came to the hospital to follow up also voiced his disbelief that the airbags did not deploy. The property damage appraisers report specifically states that the side impact airbags did not deploy also. There was replacement of the entire left side from bumper to bumper. Includes replacing the l steering tie rod, l center pillar & rocker, l ctr pillar reinforcement, l frt seat assembly, both doors, fenders, underbody repair, seatbelt, alloy wheel/tire, and transmission problems. I'm an occupant protection coordinator & child passenger safety tech/instructor, and in correspondence with my colleagues in the safety industry, we're all shocked at the inoperability of my side impact airbags. I only had about 6500 miles on the vehicle at the time of the crash. I was transported by squad and treated for injuries to the entire left side of my body (specifically my head, shoulder, elbow, hip,) and the right side of my neck. I'm still in need of and receiving medical treatments for the injuries caused by this crash. I field a complaint with ford in oct 08 and submitted the claim to ford (01/18/09). No acknowledgement or response to my claim has been received to date.