Ford Edge knocking problems

Filed Sep 30, 2026 · Engine · MO

Have water intrusion into engine which caused engine to overheat and started knocking as I was trying to get off hwy to safety from other hwy traffic. And ford knows about this issue and will not do nothing until if fails. Well I failed on me and put me in a unsafe zone when it did and now its out of warranty and ford wants to charge me thousands to repair thier flaw they know has issues and can put customers into danger areas when fails

Filed Sep 10, 2026 · Engine · 71,224 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle made an abnormal knocking sound with smoke coming from the tailpipe. The check engine warning light and overheating warning light were illuminated, and the contact became aware of an abnormal odor during the failure. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the head gasket had failed, causing coolant intrusion into the engine cylinders and engine failure. The vehicle was repaired. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Action Number: DP26008 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer, Ford Motor Company, was notified of the failure by phone and provided partial assistance for the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 71,224.

Filed May 19, 2026 · Engine · IA

My ford edge started running rough, the temperature was inconsistent, and it was having issues starting. The final straw was the heat stopped working in the middle of winter. We noticed that the coolant was consistently low but that was an ongoing issue. We took the car to the ford dealer for a diagnostic and they confirmed it was a coolant leak into the engine and it needed an engine replacement. We paid almost $10,000 for an engine replacement as without it the car was worthless and a ticking time bomb. I didn't feel fine selling it to someone like that, so we repaired the vehicle which had approximately 65,000 miles on it at the time and paid out of pocket as ford was not willing to help with the expense at all. The car was in perfect shape and low mileage, that was a pretty big issue and price to pay for a vehicle with less than 70,000 miles on it.

Filed May 8, 2026 · Transmission · MA

Shudder when automatic transmission shifts. Long lag time when vehicle accelerates after throttle is engaged. Can feel and hear knock every time throttle is engaged and disengaged.

Filed Aug 11, 2025 · Engine · MD

While driving at highway speeds the engine suddenly began knocking, white smoke billowing from the car and it came to a stop. No lamps prior to failure. FORD is aware that 2017 Ford Edge vehicles were made with this defect. The dealer has confirmed code PO304 coolant intrusion into cylinder 4 and also determine that the turbo has failed. Failed turbo is also a known manufacturer defect by Ford. The safety issue is the dramatic loss of speed on the highway without warning while emitting a blinding and distracting smoke screen to other drivers.

Filed Jul 30, 2025 · Engine, Transmission · 100,000 miles · MN

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving on three separate occasions, the vehicle failed to accelerate upon depression of the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was previously diagnosed with a cracked flex plate, and the flex plate was replaced twice; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal knocking sound and lost motive power upon depression of the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to Customer Satisfaction Program: 22N12. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was provided. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency Hotline to file a vehicle safety complaint. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Filed Jul 24, 2025 · Transmission · MA

My 2019 Ford Edge transmission has been shuddering, jerking, and harsh shifting at low speeds. I’m afraid when driving the transmission is going to fall out of. the car on the road - doesn’t make me feel safe driving it. Took it to dealer and they tell me it is normal wear and tear on the vehicle, which I question. Call Ford and they tell me there is no recall on this vehicle about its transmission, there should be - it is unsafe. There was no Service Engine Lights, just knocking, jerking as I start to drive the vehicle. Please reach out Ford and heave them fix the issue under a recall.

Filed Jun 4, 2025 · Engine · 19,037 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2024 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a backfire coming from the engine. The contact stated that the engine overheated and seized. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that failure had occurred within 30 seconds. The vehicle was restarted; however, the engine seized within 30 seconds. The contact stated that after several attempts, the vehicle was restarted, and the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The failure was not duplicated. The contact requested that the dealer keep the vehicle to continue diagnostic testing. The contact stated that previously the vehicle was taken to the dealer because of an abnormal fuel odor. The vehicle was diagnosed with purge valve failure. The purge valve was replaced; however, the failure reoccurred. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, several warning lights illuminated, and the contact heard a ticking sound coming from the vehicle. In addition, the contact noticed a burning odor before the engine seized. The vehicle failed to restart as intended. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer where it was diagnosed with serpentine belt and pulley failures. The serpentine belt and the pulley were replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. In addition, the contact was informed that the serpentine belt had been shredded to pieces. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. In addition, the contact requested a buy-back. The failure mileage was 19,037.

Filed Mar 19, 2025 · Body · 55,124 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while opening the liftgate to place groceries inside the vehicle, the liftgate attempted to close, and in the process,s the liftgate quickly closed, knocking the contact to the ground. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact was not injured, and no medical attention was needed. The local dealer was not contacted, and the vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,124.

Filed Nov 12, 2024 · Transmission · 104,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission was slipping, and the vehicle struggled to remain in the intended gear. Additionally, while driving at highway speeds, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with transmission failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who confirmed the transmission failure diagnoses. The transmission was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case. The manufacturer referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 104,000.