2008 Ford Edge Electrical System Problems
- 140
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 140 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 6 indicate fire
What owners report
- turn signal · 21 records
- door ajar · 15 records
- tire pressure · 12 records
- failure mileage · 12 records
- data error · 9 records
- rear turn · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 44 |
| 100–150k mi | 44 |
| 30–60k mi | 25 |
| 150–400k mi | 8 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Unknown Or Other
When were driving the car it loses power(the traction control just comes on for no reason) , when we go above 70 our abs light comes on, our brakes randomly just start grinding then they will stop, we have replaced the breaks last month.
ODI 11300776
Body · Coil Springs · Electrical System
I had the lift gate open loading groceries and it all of a sudden released and came down and striking my head and neck and i quickly pushed it back up and it just dropped down again before i could get myself clear striking me again, it got my neck and shoulder. I took it to dealership and was first was told it was a problem for the body shop, but they quickly determined it was an electrical problem. The lift gate is…
1 injury
ODI 11289534
Electrical System · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
Battery light stayed on during a 4.5 hour trip. After reaching the end of the trip, the battery cables were found to be corroded. Noticed theterminal protector has melted. Used distilled water to fill the acid level in the battery, some was spilled on the positive battery cable connection(from battery to power of underhood fuse box), it sizzled from being hot! After filling the battery, the batt. Light stayed off…
ODI 11287652
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
I recently bought used 2008 ford edge. My tail light went out and when i went to change the bulb, i discovered the bulb and the whole socket to be burnt and melted. I took to google and found everyone complaining about the same issue!! This could definitely be a fire hazard, it has me worried with 2 kids in my car!!
ODI 11270036
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
I bought a used 2008 ford edge, tail light bulb was burnt out soon after i bought it. Went to change the bulb and discovered the socket was burnt up and melted. Checked the other side and had the same issue! This could definitely be a fire hazard! Googled the problem and found everyone complaining about the same issue!
ODI 11270030
Electrical System · Wheels
I was driving down the road and the truck lost all power. The only choice i had was to steer the wheel to a safe position on the side of the road. When the happened the doors were locked windows were closed shut i was almost unable to get of the truck safely. Also i was driving down the road after get a new set of tires and the truck began to make a scrubbing sound as if the wheels was grinding against something…
ODI 11269865
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle initially would not accelerate beyond 10 mph then completely lost power in the middle of rush hour traffic. Local repair center reported issues with pcm and was unable to fix it. Sent it to a ford dealer who confirmed issues with pcm that damaged the body throttle, 3 engine coils, and other parts. Had to replace pcm and parts damaged by it resulting in a $2894.10 repair bill. The following day after repair,…
ODI 11230905
Electrical System · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
I own a 2008 ford edge limited i am having the same problem as some people on here are with the wrench 🔧 light also a air bag light comes on and i have almost had an accident because the car speedometer stops working and the car shifts super hard it seems to be happening more frequently i did my research on fords website for finding out the problem and it's a glitch this is a huge safety concern when trying…
ODI 11218388
Electrical System
Both the rear tail/stop light bulb sockets melt from extreme bulb heat. This issue is posted by others all over the internet. This is a potential fire hazard that seriously needs addressing by ford. In the past i replaced the right rear bulb which is when i discovered the issue. Yesterday i had to replace the left rear bulb and discoverd that socket too is melted along with the base of the bulb itself.
ODI 11206625
Electrical System · Power Train
While driving down the road, the odometer suddenly drops to zero while still moving at the posted speed limit. The wrench symbol warning light in the dash comes on, as well as the airbag light. The mileage is then cleared, and the dash reads "odo error". Pulled over, turned off the vehicle and removed the key from the ignition. Go to turn the vehicle back on, car starts normally, all the warning lights are cleared.…
ODI 11195509
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Exterior Lighting
Dash board lights completely out. When car is in drive rpm not appearing also gauges not working. Compass data error appears up with red battery symbol
ODI 11190929
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Right rear tail lamp is burnt and turn signal no longer works. I've noted many instances of this occurring on line. There should be a safety recall as this has a fire potential.
ODI 11150739
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Steering
Right wheel well vibrates when i turn and drive over50 miles hour transmission jerks like its not engaging to next gear from a stop or when driving under mph back left brake light burns out every other day . Brakes are sqeeling and sound like metal scraping but no indicator has come on for the abs to to be replace must module not working correctly cause mot coding anything with tranny jerking either ford edge is…
ODI 11129678
Electrical System · Service Brakes
My turn signal bulb socket fries repeatedly. This will be the fourth time in 2 years replacing it. It burns up the socket and melts the bottom of the light bulb. I got the parts from ford dealership also but i have read online any people having issues with it. It just goes out all of a sudden.
ODI 11121862
Electrical System
Noticed the r/h brake light was out. Went to change the bulb and found the socket is burned and chard. I removed the l/h signal light and found the exact same situation. This is a serious fire hazard and a quick on-line search found multiple similar situations. A coworker of mine with exact same vehicle had the exact same thing happen.
Fire reported
ODI 11104095
Electrical System · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. While driving approximately 45 mph, the odo data error message illuminated. Also, the wrench icon and tire pressure module failure indicators illuminated. The dealer was not called. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing and error code: p0720 (speed control sensor) was located. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the…
ODI 11101113
Electrical System · Seats
Seat caught on fire due to seat warmer electrical malfunction my vehicle was not in motion it was parked
Fire reported
ODI 11072205
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Tail light and blinker baulb keep melting and burning
ODI 11066884
Electrical System
Both taillight sockets were found burnt. Brand new light bulb was not making sufficient contact in the socket to illuminate (light bulb was not bad). Defect was found when replacing bulbs due to non-functioning rear turn signal.
ODI 11076177
Air Bags · Electrical System · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. While driving 25 mph, the wrench icon and the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The accelerator pedal failed to work and the vehicle gradually came to a complete stop. The speed on the odometer and the tachometer was incorrect. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road, turned off, and turned on the vehicle. The vehicle was returned to normal. The failure…
ODI 11047432
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ford edge. While driving approximately 35 mph, there was an odor of burning plastic emitted through the vent. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 175,180.
Fire reported
ODI 11047413
Electrical System
REAR TURN SIGNAL BULB METING
ODI 11040063
Electrical System · Power Train
When theying to accept on a city street the car would not go. Odo error came up. Speedometer wouldn't move at all. Car was turned off and restarted. Wrench light and check engine light came on. Car moves a little bit but did not run normal and clunked hard when put in park. Mechanic says it's a sensor issue that's common in this car.
ODI 11030541
Electrical System · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Made a turn off interstate into a busy road, my vehicle jerked and lost its ability to accelerate. Leaving me in a very dangerous situation with cars flying around me to avoid hitting me. I managed to make it into a parking lot. I had a friend check the vehicle and with the hood up he had me put in reverse and it looked like the motor was going to jump out of the vehicle, same happened in drive. He put his computer…
ODI 11015787
Electrical System
Heater on driver sidebar blows extremely cold. Luke warm on passenger side. Multiple reports of this.
ODI 11034691