2017 Ford Edge: gas smell in the cabin

Filed Oct 17, 2025 · Engine · 51,000 miles · IN

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the engine was running rough. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, a fuel odor was detected while the vehicle was being started, and the contact was outside the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure resulted in poor fuel mileage. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who performed a tune-up and replaced the spark plugs, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to a second independent mechanic, who replaced another spark plug, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was then taken to a third independent mechanic, who determined that there was coolant intrusion into the cylinders, causing spark plug damage, and that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000.

Filed Feb 5, 2025 · Engine · WA

**Incident Summary:** I am reporting an issue with my 2017 Ford Edge with an EcoBoost engine. The vehicle has 39,844 miles on it. The component that failed is the head gasket, which has warped due to coolant intrusion. This issue led to the necessity of a full engine replacement. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. **Safety Concerns:** The malfunction compromised my safety and the safety of others as it led to the car overheating and the check engine light coming on. These symptoms started during the summer. Overheating poses a significant risk, potentially causing engine failure while driving, which could lead to dangerous situations on the road. Moreover, the presence of coolant in the oil and exhaust fumes indicated severe engine damage, which could have resulted in a fire hazard if not addressed promptly. **Problem Reproduction and Confirmation:** The problem has been reproduced and confirmed by an authorized Ford dealership. They performed a detailed inspection and diagnosed that the engine needs to be replaced due to the warped head gasket and coolant intrusion. **Inspections:** The vehicle and the failed component have been inspected by the Ford dealership. No inspections have been conducted by police, insurance representatives, or other authorities. **Warning Signs:** There were warning signs prior to the complete failure. The check engine light started coming on intermittently over the summer, and the car began to overheat. These symptoms indicated an underlying issue, which eventually led to the discovery of the warped head gasket and coolant intrusion. **Assessment:** Based on the inspections and symptoms, it is clear that the coolant intrusion into the engine led to the head gasket's failure. This is a known issue with EcoBoost engines, and it caused significant damage, warranting a complete engine replacement.

Filed Sep 25, 2024 · Engine · 51,000 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. Additionally, there was fuel leaking from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 51,000.

Filed Aug 24, 2023 · Engine · KY

My 2017 Ford Edge is experiencing loss of coolant with no sign of exterior leaks, over heating, the smell of gas in the reservoir, loss of power and rough idling as well. After plenty of research online and seeing the tsbs from the manufacturer this is definitely a problem. This vehicle is my only form of transportation, being that it has been a problem for many customers of ford it is absurd that this has not been recalled and fixed. We don't work hard every day, spend over 25k on a car for it to have a common problem amongst many of the same vehicle and same year, that is obviously a malfunction of the manufacturer.

Filed Mar 5, 2023 · Engine · NJ

When using the remote start feature the cabin smells like exhaust. This smell can be smelled coming through the vents into the car.

Filed Jan 10, 2023 · Engine · NJ

Since November I am smelling antifreeze and exhaust in the cabin of the car. It was so bad it would burn my eyes- we had to ride with windows open, in the winter in the NE. Took to Ford the found a TPI on the exhaust odors but have to go through “steps” to find it. While I pay a deductible for them to find this. Ford is aware of exhaust odors but has not issued a recall yet for this.

Filed Oct 12, 2022 · Engine · 85,000 miles · WI

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the check engine warning light was illuminated and the vehicle started shuddering. Additionally, the contact stated that there was a strong gasoline odor inside the vehicle. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring increasingly while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that coolant was leaking into the cylinders as the engine was cracked. The dealer diagnosed that the long block or the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The manufacturer referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Jul 19, 2022 · Engine, Transmission · 400 miles · LA

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated while accelerating, exhaust fumes were entering the cabin of the vehicle through the A/C vents. The contact stated that it was difficult to breathe inside the vehicle. The contact stated that the windows would be rolled down for better breathing while in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who replaced the truck led gasket and other unknown parts. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 400.

Filed Jul 6, 2022 · Engine · 68,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while restarting the vehicle or while the engine was idling, the vehicle would vibrate and shake. Additionally, there was a fuel odor present inside the cabin of the vehicle. The check engine warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that cylinder #3 was faulty and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 68,000.

Filed Apr 19, 2022 · Fuel system · 53,000 miles · KY

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the garage, there was a strong fuel odor that came from the vehicle. The vehicle service parking brake immediately warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics who were unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 53,000.

Filed Jan 3, 2020 · TN

Exhaust fumes entering vehicle cabin immediately after engine start, reversing vehicle, or simply idling. There already exists a tsb, 18-2057 for exhaust odor in vehicle for this year ford edge. This vehicle is in perfect conditions and has no accident history. Ford lincoln of franklin (tn) will require nearly $1000 to perform tsb 18-2057, which is at best a guessing game as to where the fumes enter vehicle! At this point, I'm sure ford motor company knows where the flaw is, just like they deny exhaust fumes in the ford explorer.

Filed Jun 7, 2018 · Fuel system · 60 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 ford edge. While driving 35 MPH, there was an abnormal fuel odor in the vehicle, but there was no external evidence of a fuel leak. Additionally, the contact stated that starting the vehicle was difficult and, at times, could take 10-15 seconds to start. The contact was concerned that the fuel rail in the engine or the fuel pump in the vehicle was the cause for the fuel odor. Ford motor company would not authorize the local dealer to drop the fuel tank to inspect the fuel odor. The vehicle was taken to pat milliken ford (9600 telegraph rd, redford charter twp, mi 48239, (313) 731-6436) to be diagnosed, but the mechanic was unable to find the source of the odor. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60. *tt