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Ford Edge abs comes on

225 of the 14,136 owner complaints about the Ford Edge describe aBS light or ABS activating, most of them for the 2013 model year.

owner complaints
225
worst model year
2013
typical repair cost reported
$2,000
typical mileage
100,200
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below

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What owners say

Filed Nov 5, 2026 · Brakes · MN

The driver in front of me stopped suddenly and I had to brake quickly and firmly causing the ABS system to activate briefly followed immediately by the brake pedal going all the way to the floor. After parking the car for several hours the brake pedal firmness returned to normal. Car was taken to dealer and they could not replicate the failure. No warning lights were displayed. Car is currently at dealer to get HCU replaced, which after reviewing several internet customer entries, seems to solve the problem. Refer to Ford safety recall 19S54 which outlines same issue in similar Ford cars that use same components but this repair will be paid by me at at approx $2000.

Filed Jul 21, 2026 · Brakes · SC

The brakes are hard to mash and spongey and it has a hissing kind of sound I believe it is a brake booster. When I bought the vehicle used from a dealership they told me it didn't have any recalls on the vehicle but later own I found out it did have a recall for the abs system so i called the ford company and they told me that the recall has already ended and they wouldn't fix it and now when I look it up online it showed the brake boosted had a recall to that the dealership never told me about but now I believe the recall has already ended on that to but not sure. But if the dealership told me the truth instead of lying to me I could have got to fix so I am wondering if there is away I could get those to recalls done on my 2012 ford edge. I noticed the abs messing up just a couple months after I bought it which was I believe in 2021 or 2022 and the brake booster started messing up around july 15, 2026

Filed Jun 14, 2026 · Brakes · TX

I am submitting this letter to report a serious safety defect involving the brake system on my 2013 Ford Edge (VIN: [XXX]). The vehicle is experiencing a brake failure consistent with known ABS/HCU pump issues that have affected similar Ford Edge model years. On XXX, the vehicle was inspected at Randall Reed’s Planet Ford 635 in Garland, Texas. Service Advisor Luis Rodriguez confirmed the brake concern and provided a repair estimate of $3,500. The dealership indicated that the failure is related to the ABS/HCU system. The symptoms include: A spongy brake pedal Inconsistent brake pressure Reduced braking effectiveness Increased stopping distance Unpredictable brake response These symptoms match those described in Ford Recall 16C10, which addressed ABS/HCU pump failures on certain 2012–2014 Ford Edge vehicles. Although my VIN is not included in the recall, the failure pattern is identical and presents a clear safety hazard. I have contacted Ford Motor Company multiple times, including through executive escalation channels, but I have not received a response or assistance. Given the nature of this defect and its similarity to a previously acknowledged safety issue, I believe this may indicate a broader pattern that warrants investigation. I respectfully request that the federal safety agency review this matter to determine whether the existing recall should be expanded to include additional VINs or model ranges affected by the same ABS/HCU defect. Thank you for your attention to this safety concern. I am available to provide additional documentation, including the dealership diagnosis, repair estimate, and service notes. Sincerely, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jun 10, 2026 · Brakes · MO

The brakes on my 2013 Ford Edge failed with no notice. Luckily I was able to coast into a parking lot to get stopped. Even pushing the brake pedal to the floor will not stop the car. We immediately and safely took the car to our local repair shop who confirmed we needed 2 ABS parts to fix the car. That was Oct, 2025 and as of today (June 10, 2026)the parts are still not available to order. I have checked with 3 Ford dealers in 3 states and all say the same thing. They can't order the parts to fix my car and say over 1,500 are on back order. The car is undriveable with no brakes and creates a major safety risk. I have heard some dealers got Ford to provide a rental car. It is becoming a financial burden not having a car to drive for 10 months and Ford doesn't seem to have put out any recall or offer any help.

Filed May 9, 2026 · Brakes · CA

On three separate occasions, the brake pedal has gone all the way to the floor, with braking power reduced to a scary, dangerous level. An independent mechanic ran a diagnostic scan on one of those occasions and received an ABS Module fault. They bled the system, and the brakes worked well (fault went away) -- until the next incident, in which the car decided to randomly 'fix' itself about 20 minutes later. Independent shop and the dealership performed in-depth inspections of the entire braking system and could not find the issue. This hydraulic failure is a documented safety problem on other Edge models and should be the subject of a recall for the 2014 Ford Edge.

Filed May 6, 2026 · Brakes · KY

I have replaced all brake components except abs motor. After researching online this vehicle has same issues as stated with other models . Brake pedal goes to floor after spending $3500!

Filed Apr 30, 2026 · Brakes · IN

The brake pedal sunk all the way to the floor before braking. This has happened multiple times and now there is a leak in the ABS which we are in need of a ABS pump. Was told by mechanic that this is an ongoing problem with the Ford Edges. And, the real problem is the mechanic cannot find a replacement pump for it. Multiple locations were contacted but nothing is available. My Edge is a 2011 and currently has 84,500 miles. It’s a dangerous situation when the pedal sinks to the floor before stopping. There are no ABS warnings that pop up on the dash. Need to know what Ford is doing about this.

Filed Mar 18, 2026 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 88,000 miles · MN

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a blank image. The contact stated that the vehicle was turned off, and while attempting to start the vehicle, the rear-view camera functioned as needed. The failure was an intermittent failure. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The failures occurred while the outside temperature was below zero degrees. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact received notifications of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, parts for the recall repairs were unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.

Filed Mar 2, 2026 · Brakes · PR

My car skids when I try to stop the car(car breaking). This happening a couple of times during the past 2 or 3 days. My car mechanic just did a diagnostic and found out that the ABS Sensor module and electrohydraulic has system failure and needs replacement, but parts aren't available where I live (Puerto Rico). This is surely a matter of security I will appreciate if you can help us to find the parts need to fix this issue.

Filed Feb 27, 2026 · Brakes, Electrical · SC

Purchase this vehicle at 30,000 miles have problems with it since day one with the ABS rear brake dragging I've done had two ABS control modules replaced the ABS control pump the torque converter because the brakes are tearing the torque converter out of it from all the strain. It does it intermittently. All of the repairs have been done through Ford they had to replace the when the brake rotors the calipers brake pads because of how hot the brake system is getting. The brakes will start dragging which will heat up the brake system and they will start putting herself in a bind. Four don't know what's causing it they said they think it could be an electrical issue that's causing the ABS control module to go hay wire and I wasn't getting any codes at all. Except once and it's in Walt's communication that aBS control module a. This problem is going to get myself or my family or your family killed on the roads

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported August 22, 2025 · 499,129 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Risk
A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses and adjust brake jounce hoses with no damage present, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S87.

Recall number 25V544000 · Recall details

Service brakesReported August 10, 2020 · 488,594 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
Risk
A ruptured front brake hose will cause a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hoses with the new hoses that have a revised braid material, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S42.

Recall number 20V469000 · Recall details

Questions about the Ford Edge abs

Why does the abs come on in the Ford Edge?

Owners who report it most often also describe brake failure, soft or spongy brake pedal and jerking or lurching, and the codes they mention most are B1111.

Which Ford Edge years have aBS light or ABS activating problems?

The model years with the most reports are 2013 (74 complaints), 2011 (48 complaints) and 2012 (35 complaints).

How much does it cost to fix ABS light or ABS activating on the Ford Edge?

Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $2,000 (median of 32 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.

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