CarComplaints.com Notes: A frustrating electrical issue is causing an ever-present “door ajar†warning light for 2011-2013 Ford Edge owners. Even with the doors latched shut, faulty sensors convince the vehicle’s computer they aren’t. With no way to override the system, owners have no choice but to stare at the warning light, listen to the warning chimes when the car is stopped, and deal with interior lights that won’t shut off.
10.0
really awful
Crashes / Fires:
10 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
69,409 miles
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I went to apply my brake pedal and they went all the way to the floor of the truck. There were no warning lamps what so ever. My vehicle was not stopping as it should have and I almost crashed into the car ahead of me. The light turned green and I was able to pull into a parking lot and bump a crub.
On or about April 19, 2021, without warning, the vehicle's braking system significantly failed. While attempting to slow the vehicle down by applying the brakes, the brake pedal had very little pressure and didn't slow the vehicle unless depressing the brake pedal almost to the floorboard. The loss of sufficient braking could have resulted in damage to property or even personal injury. The vehicle was immediately taken to the local Ford dealership in columbia, South Carolina whereby the technician reviewed the vehicle and determined the anti-lock brake system ("ABS") hydraulic control unit failed with an internal issue. The ABS and/or braking system on a modern vehicle should not fail. The cost to repair and address said issue was $1,912.85. Attached and incorporated herein by reference is an invoice and receipt of said repair. The same vehicle was previously recalled for "brake booster failure." This vehicle should also be recalled for the ABS hydraulic control unit failing before someone gets seriously injured or even killed.
While driving ABS light came on, then service advance trak. Did this intermittently. Got on ramp, turning wheel right anti lock brakes kicked in for no reason. It wasn't raining, not icy, etc. Parked. When I started my card drove 15 minutes, ABS light came back on- then kicked in, for no reason.
ABS hydraulic mcu unit valves stick open after turning and going over a bump with the brakes on. Out of nowhere the bake peddle goes almost to the floor and does not return to normal operation. You are left with a spongey peddle that when pressed continues to depress as if leaking until it bottoms out. Unless you pump it up. I have had the mcu cycled at a garage and they have gotten the valve to break free only to have it happen again. I see they have recalled the Fusion for a similar issue.
- Sylvania, OH, USA
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Ford has acknowledged that the brake power booster is defective and will replace it up to 150,000 miles. They will not replace it at 151,000 miles but it is just as dangerous and defective. It triples stopping distance and does not hold on a hill
The brake pedal goes to the floor board before any braking happens. The braking is minimal when this happens. This has happened 4 times and is still happening in the last year starting in 08/14/2020. The pedal returns to the regular position and operates normally after this occurrence. I have had 4 different mechanics try to diagnose this brake failure with no success. This a intermittent brake failure! because it is a intermittent brake failure even the Ford dealer cannot duplicate the failure! no repairs expect for a power brake bleeding have been done. One of the mechanics I had look at the car said he found an extended warranty for this failure Ford said they could not find one for this failure. I googled it and found a couple of extended warranties for similar brake failures. It is a bit to technical for my to understand fully. I have googled 2011 Ford Edge brake failures and found many occurrences of this happening other people. Please let me emphasize that this is an intermittent brake failure! it only that one time for brakes to fail and kill a family! I have read online that people being charged $1000's to "fix" the problem only to have it happen again. This needs to corrected before someone gets killed! and that someone could be me or someone you love!!
While driving in the city was breaking to turn and the pedal compressed all the way to the floor. New rotators, brake pads and tires are on the vehicle and could have caused a major accident. Why has Ford not stepped up and made this recall? I'm scared to drive this vehicle or even put my family in it. Now it just sits parked.
My 2011 Ford Edge sel was recalled for an issue with the brake booster system. It was taken in and 'fixed'. 3 years later it started failing again and was apparently fixed. Now 3 years later it's failed again. These systems are designed to last up to 150,000 miles. I just hit 100,000 and will have to have it fixed fir the 3rd time. Also because of the faulty system brake fluid has leaked onto the sway bar resulting in deterioration
2011 Ford Edge limited, intermittent pedal fade. While depressing brake pedal, pedal will fade to the floor. Eventually pedal will return to normal operation over time. Brake booster and master have been replaced and are functioning normal. This issue is intermittent and extremely dangerous and should be addressed. This issue happens while driving, wife almost had multiple accidents due to the hcu valves sticking open on ABS pump side and not closing. Events get worse in colder conditions. Vehicle has been in the shop multiple times, flushed with specified brake fluid, bled and mechanically bled. Ford dealership stated that there is nothing else they can do for us. Cost of repairs have surpassed $2900 worth of diagnostics and is still not fixed. Vehicle is less than 90K miles on it and is currently unsafe to drive.
Whenever vehicle hits bumps brake goes soft to floor. After a near miss collision, brakes now only go to floor. They do not work properly at all now. Part is on national back order. Part should be recalled. To many people affected and we are talking about braking!
Purchased a 2011 Ford Edge sel AWD in 2020 with 139,000 miles. Since I had it the brakes seemed to be hard when stepping on the brakes. Fear of not stopping in time to avoid a accident. Hope that Ford Motor Co. Would have a recall on the brakes. Went on internet to find out there are many, many complaints with the brakes on Ford Edge 2011. Looks like it might be due to a bad or defective brake booster. This is a huge safety issue and Ford should have a recall on their brakes. Why can not NHTSA force Ford to fix this issue with a recall !" have not had a accident yet, but came close. Where do I go from here" hope something can be done before someone gets killed. Thank you phil
91K miles and my brake pedal goes to the floor. Brake pads are 50%, no leaking or contaminated brake fluid. Does it in every driving condition, forward, reverse, and all speeds.
The 2011 Ford Edge brakes partially failed. Car can still stop but pedal goes to the floor. It seems there may be metal in the hydraulic pump system caused by improper internal design (not properly lubricating possibly). This is a serious concern that could lead to a fatality. Too many issues herein documented, garages seem to know of this on-going problem and a solution must be provided by Ford. Tis is a serious public safety issue..
Replaced rotors, calipers, pads on all 4 wheels after loss of most of the pedal while driving in city traffic. Brakes were also due for replacement. Bled brake system according to owners manual and still no pedal. Limped the car to the dealer who advised that the master cylinder had to be replaced. Also noted that the brake booster would be replaced under that extended warranty. This appears to be a common problem on these vehicles. Most certainly a safety issue.
Repeated issues with replacement of break components related to the overall system leading to inadequate performance and required replacement of ABS module hcu and ECU replacement and reprogramming. The lack of proper performance of the break computer modules leads to the inability to control the vehicle if a sudden stop is required.. the vehicle is not being driven due to safety concerns of the inability to control the vehicle if a sudden stop is required.
2011 Edge sport. Coming to a stop sign, doing 22-23mph, the brake pedal depressed about 90% of the way before engaging. Brakes had to be jammed to the floor to stop the vehicle. We would have hit the other car if they hadn't swerved. I was powerless to stop. Dealer checked the booster that had already been replaced under warranty and said it was the ABS module and control unit. I am seeing this happening to a lot of Edge sport and limited owners especially. Ford is not fully acknowledging the faulty design here by only covering the booster. It is incredibly dangerous and I can only imagine how many people have been hurt or didnt get to report the sudden brake failure as a result of death
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- Middle River , MD, USA