Ford Edge grinding brakes problems

Filed Nov 9, 2026 · Engine, Transmission · IL

I was going about 80 on the interstate and it just started to lurch and hard shift until I took the next exit. Got up to a stoplight went to go. The engine kept revving, but the car would not move. Had trouble shifting did another hard shift finally got it to drive and got home even though it was grinding and retching the whole time which would’ve been about another 2 miles and then I went to back into my parking spot at home and the car would not move. It would not go forward. It would not go backwards. I couldn’t put it in neutral and push it. It just would not shift gears no matter what I did I’ve had my insurance tow it to the Ford dealership. They called me back a couple days later saying that there was catastrophic failure in the transmission the driver solenoid or the drive, solenoid, neutral, solenoid, and reverse solenoid. We’re all gone and there’s a bunch of metal in spots where there should be fluid and quoted me 13 grand for a transmission.

Filed Nov 2, 2026 · Engine · 100,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the engine and the vehicle lost automotive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. An independent mechanic arrived at the residence and diagnosed the vehicle. The vehicle was diagnosed with engine failure, and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Nov 2, 2026 · Transmission · FL

The rear differential/rear drive unit (RDU) in my 2020 Ford Edge AWD is failing. I am concerned that this represents a broader known problem with the RDU that Ford has not adequately addressed for all affected vehicles. Ford has issued multiple service communications concerning the RDU in the Ford Edge. Ford SSM 49571 identified chatter/shudder during low speed turns on 2019 through 2021 Edge AWD vehicles associated with RDU fluid contamination. Ford subsequently issued SSM 51823 and SSM 52051 addressing the same RDU fluid contamination condition on 2019 through 2023 Edge AWD vehicles. More importantly, Ford previously issued Safety Recall 21S02, the federal safety agency Recall 21V011, covering certain 2020 Ford Edge AWD vehicles because the RDU could contain insufficient lubricating oil. Ford stated that insufficient RDU lubrication could cause the unit to seize, resulting in loss of mobility and potential loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash. That recall was limited to a specific production population. My vehicle is now experiencing failure of the same major drivetrain component but is not being repaired under a safety recall, leaving me responsible for the cost of repair or replacement. I am concerned that the population affected by RDU problems may extend beyond the vehicles included in the existing recall. I am requesting that the federal safety agency investigate RDU failures in 2020 Ford Edge AWD vehicles outside the population covered by Recall 21V011, including whether the repeated Ford service communications concerning the RDU indicate a broader defect and whether additional vehicles should be recalled. The problem began at approximately 60,000 miles. The symptoms are vibrating/grinding on the rear axel.

Filed Sep 29, 2026 · Brakes, Electrical · 63,000 miles · MI · 1 injury

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 - 7 MPH, the vehicle failed to stop as needed. The brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. There was a squeaking sound coming from the vehicle. While making a left turn the vehicle shut off. The driver sustained a strain to the foot while depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle was towed to a residence. The contact called AAA Roadside Assistance. The contact stated that brakes service and an oil change were performed prior to the failure. The mechanic informed the contact that the failure was associated with the brake booster. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and it was confirmed that there was no recall associated with the failure. The manufacturer was contacted by phone, but no assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 63,000.

Filed Sep 15, 2026 · Transmission · 51,000 miles · MO

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH and making a right turn after stopping, the rear differential made an abnormal grinding sound and the vehicle shuddered. The contact stated that the failure occurred while driving at low speeds and turning. The dealer was notified of the failure and scheduled an appointment for a diagnostic test. The contact associated the failure with Technical Service Bulletin: 26-2328 (Chatter/Shudder During Low Speed Turning Events) and the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V011000 (Power Train); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000.

Filed Sep 10, 2026 · Brakes, Tires · 66,195 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the vehicle and the vehicle shuddered. The TPMS and an unknown brake-related warning light was illuminated. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the front brake flexible hose needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. 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 manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact mailed the manufacturer to attempt to notify the manufacturer of the issue however, the contact never received a response. The failure mileage was approximately 66,195.

Filed Jul 31, 2026 · Transmission · 94,000 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked roughly while turning right or left, with a grinding sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was driving sluggishly. The contact stated that the brakes had been recently serviced but might be the issue. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed with a rear axle failure caused by inadequate lubrication in the rear axle. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V011000 (Power Train); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 94,000.

Filed May 16, 2026 · Transmission · OH

My 2021 Ford Edge has experienced ongoing transmission issues for an extended period including delayed engagement into Reverse, flashing gear indicator lights before Reverse engagement, harsh/jumpy shifting during acceleration and deceleration, and intermittent shuddering. The vehicle previously required a torque converter replacement performed by a Ford dealership, however the symptoms continued after the repair. Today, while driving on the highway, the vehicle experienced repeated loss of power and hesitation while attempting to accelerate and maintain speed. During one highway merge, the vehicle failed to respond normally while accelerating and I was nearly struck by a semi-truck because I could not safely match traffic speed. Shortly afterward, while exiting the highway, the vehicle suddenly jolted violently and began making loud grinding noises accompanied by severe shuddering. The transmission/drivetrain appeared to fail completely, making the vehicle unsafe to continue operating. I stopped driving immediately and had the vehicle towed to the same Ford dealership that previously replaced the torque converter. I am submitting this complaint because the transmission failure created a serious safety hazard involving loss of propulsion at highway speeds, unsafe merging conditions, and risk of collision.

Filed Feb 10, 2026 · Brakes · 110,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2017 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 at 55 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal travelled to the floorboard. The vehicle jerked, made an abnormal grinding sound, and there was a delay in responding, causing the braking distance to be extended. An unknown warning light was intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the front brake hoses and the rear brake hoses needed to be replaced; however, the contact was informed that the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The contact requested a trade; however, the request was denied. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Jan 5, 2026 · Brakes, Locks · 111,000 miles · NM · crash · 1 injury

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH in the rain, the brake pedal was applied however, there was a delay in responding, and crashed into a Subaru Forester. There was an abnormal squeaking and squealing sound detected. The vehicle was drivable. While approaching a stoplight, there was an abnormal squealing noise, and there was an increase in stopping distance. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact sustained a sprained neck, and medical attention was provided. There was no reported fire or air bag deployment. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to a brake center where it was determined there was an ABS failure related to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however the parts were not available. The hood was unable to be opened. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 111,000.