2016 Ford Edge: brake failure

Filed Jul 2, 2026 · Brakes · 100,000 miles · MA

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the brake pedal went to the floorboard while depressed. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was contacted via live chat and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Filed Jun 15, 2026 · Brakes · 190,214 miles · MD

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency 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.

Filed May 13, 2026 · Brakes · OR

While driving my 2016 Ford Edge Titanium, I felt a sudden popping sensation while applying the brakes and the brake pedal immediately went to the floor, resulting in major loss of braking ability. I was able to slowly and carefully get the vehicle parked before completely losing stopping ability. Brake fluid appeared to be leaking from the rear driver-side brake area. This vehicle previously experienced front brake hose failures related to prior Ford brake hose recalls. One front brake hose failed first, and the opposite front side later failed as well. Ford previously reimbursed me for one of those repairs after the recall became officially active. The current rear brake failure symptoms closely match Ford Recall 25S87 / the federal safety agency Recall 25V544000 involving rear brake hose rupture and brake fluid leakage in 2015–2018 Ford Edge vehicles. Landmark Ford in Tigard, Oregon and the Ford Customer Relationship Center have both confirmed that this repair is tied to the pending “advanced notice” rear brake hose recall affecting this vehicle platform, although the recall is not yet officially active. This failure created a serious safety hazard because the vehicle experienced sudden loss of braking, with no warning, while the vehicle was in motion creating a serious risk of collision, injury, or death to myself, my passengers, and others on the roadway because the vehicle could not safely stop under normal braking conditions. No prior warning lamps or brake failure warnings were observed before the incident.

Filed Apr 27, 2026 · Brakes · 67,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for part availability. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH and attempting to decelerate while approaching a stop light, the brake pedal went to the floorboard, and the vehicle continued rolling forward. The contact arrived at the driveway at the residence and activated the parking brake to assist in stopping the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the brake hose needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000.

Filed Jan 26, 2026 · Brakes · WA

On January 25, 2026, my 2016 Ford Edge experienced a catastrophic brake system failure corresponding to the federal safety agency Safety Recall 25V‑544. The front brake jounce hose ruptured at the crimp, resulting in the immediate and total loss of brake fluid and zero braking pressure. The vehicle is effectively without brakes and is unsafe to operate. ​I attempted to schedule service with the authorized dealer (Pat Armstrong Ford in Wenatchee, WA). The dealer refused to intake the vehicle or authorize a safety rental/loaner, citing that "no remedy is currently available" from Ford Motor Company. ​I am currently stranded with a vehicle that has actively failed due to the safety defect described in the recall. The manufacturer's inability to provide a timely remedy, combined with the dealership's refusal to provide alternate transportation for a "Vehicle Off Road" (VOR) condition, presents an immediate safety risk. I have attached photos verifying the ruptured hose and fluid saturation.

Filed Jan 26, 2026 · Brakes · 130,300 miles · WA

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond as intended. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed to the floor, and the vehicle slowly came to a stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the vehicle was diagnosed with brake failure. The contact was informed that the rear brake hoses had ruptured and needed to be replaced; however, parts were not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while the family was in the vehicle. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 130,300.

Filed Oct 28, 2025 · Brakes · FL

The front brake hose ruptured and the brakes went out. This is consistent with the recall the federal safety agency Campaign # 20V469000. Ford dealer is refusing to fix it saying only the rear hose is covered. But it clearly states in the recall released on Aug 2020 it is the Front hose.

Filed Oct 14, 2025 · Brakes · IL

For the 3rd time in 9 years, my car's brakes stopped working. Submitted complaint to the federal safety agency back in 2020 the 2nd time it happened (the 1st time under warranty). In January 2025 left work to drive 17 miles home, only to find that the minute I drove into traffic my brakes weren't working again, straight to the floor! Drove 20 minutes to nearest dealer in traffic with hazards on while consistently pulling the emergency brake - it was an awful experience! Next day they say brake hoses were broken and fluid was EVERYWHERE! I heard one employee tell another, "What is going on with these cars and their brake hoses?" This time I had to pay over $1,000 to get it fixed. I'm warning everyone I know NOT to buy this car! My 3 experiences have been so horrid that it absolutely has made me realize that Ford is just not for me or my family!

Filed Mar 4, 2025 · Brakes · CA

Rear passenger side brake line failure, leaked out brake fluid and brake pedal went to the floor during commute home. No accident.

Filed Mar 11, 2024 · Brakes · TX

Back left break line suddenly ruptured causing immediate inability to use breaks. I was parked and went to apply the breaks before putting the vehicle into drive when I noticed the break pedal went to the floor. I slowly moved the vehicle to a parking place and the brake fluid light came on and I was hardly able to stop. There is a recall for the front break lines but not the back lines.

Filed Oct 9, 2023 · Brakes · MN

Brakes failed and car rolled forward while stopped at a traffic light because of right rear brake line failure. This is the THIRD brake line failure on this vehicle. The first two were left and right front hoses, which ended up being subject of a recall, but only after I had mine fail and repaired. To this date, Ford has refused to reimburse me for those repairs.

Filed Mar 22, 2023 · Brakes · IA

In September/October of 2022 my passenger side right real break line ruptured. Not even a month later my front right brake line ruptured. Today my left rear brake line ruptured. All 3 times my pedal went to the floor, making it dangerously difficult to actually stop my car endangering my life and the lives of those around me on the road. No light has come on to indicate there's a problem with my braking system, any of the 3 times that this has occurred.