2013 Ford Edge Service Brakes Problems
- 217
- 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 217 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake pedal · 66 records
- brake booster · 60 records
- extended warranty · 17 records
- hissing sound · 12 records
- pedal depressed · 11 records
- needed replaced · 10 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 75 |
| 30–60k mi | 56 |
| 100–150k mi | 40 |
| 1–30k mi | 19 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes
Vehicle had brake booster recall 13 no2 done previously. And brake booster has gone out again. Car does not start properly ford will not warranty the repair.
ODI 11308275
Service Brakes
I have a 2013 ford edge awd sel model, this past feb. 7, 2020 as traveling on a 3 hour trip to northern new york,for the most part their were no issues until i approached my destination which had heavy snow the day before.i needed to decline on a steep road that had snow, slushy spots, as i applied the brakes and shifted into low gear the abs system kicked in and after that the pedal was spongy.and pedal approached…
ODI 11308951
Service Brakes
While braking, the brakes didn't not perform as expected. They were working fine, then it felt like i couldn't stop in time. I had to push the peddle all the way down to stop. It caught me off guard, and almost couldn't stop in time. There was a hissing noise from the petal afterwards. The condition existed until i stopped, parked the car, and waited several hours. Then the next time i drove it, no issues. I checked…
ODI 11309631
Service Brakes
For several months my brakes have gotten worse and worse. Brake pads were replaced, brakes adjusted and even flooring the brakes sometimes does not work. Car has hesitated and shut off at intersections. Rain has caused some hydroplaning. Car continues rolling with brake pedal pushed all the way down. I stopped the car at a traffic light, but the car continued to roll slowly and ran into the vehicle in front of me!…
ODI 11309131
Service Brakes
In september 2014, ford has issued a "customer satisfaction" notice regarding the extended warranty on brake function component. Notice id :13n02. The issue was possibility of break booster premature failure leading to unpredictable braking performance. There are 2 significant issues with this notice: 1. The part that fails is a major safety issue and should have been treated with immediate recall instead of an…
ODI 11300219
Engine · Service Brakes · Unknown Or Other
While driving at approximately 55-60 miles per hour the traction control and traction control off light lit up and a red brake malfunction light came on and the engine stopped while the car was in motion. We coasted to the side of the road and it took two attempts to start it again. The traction control light and traction control off light is still on. It happen three times so far and two of those times was while we…
ODI 11296901
Service Brakes
While driving at any speed whenever i press my brakes the brake pedal went all the way down to the ground and it barely stopped the vehicle, i took the vehicle to the dealership and they told me it was the hcu and module that needed to be replaced at a cost of $1600 and the vehicle was in the shop for 9 days, i can't believe this very expensive part went bad after only 6 years and 67,000 miles.
ODI 11307890
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford edge. While driving various speeds and attempting to depress the brake pedal, an abnormal hissing noise was heard coming from the brakes. The contact had to apply excessive pressure to the brake pedal for the brakes to engage properly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was determined that the brake booster failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
ODI 11281510
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford edge. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a failure with the brake booster. While driving and depressing the brake pedal to the floorboard, the vehicle failed to stop and then slowed down. The contact coasted the vehicle to the side of the road, checked the brake fluid, and noticed that it was ok. The vehicle was restarted and was able to drive normally. The failure…
ODI 11286898
Service Brakes
During a recent snow fall. I was driving down the road. When i went to stop the abs system activated due the the snowy road conditions. From them on the brake pedal has gone to the floor with out returning back to normal. I did have the brakes looked at and found out the pads and rotors are fine. The service department was not able to see any issues and told me i would have to take it to a ford dealership to have…
ODI 11280293
Service Brakes
While driving over a bump in the road on a city street, the brakes stopped working. Brake pressure was lost and only by depressing the pedal to the floor could a small amount of braking power be applied. No warning lights appeared and no noises, hissing, ect were heard. The issue occurred three times in the same location in the span of a month. After two incidents, the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic…
ODI 11277608
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford edge. While driving approximately 45 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and a high-pitched whistling noise was heard. The contact also stated that the brake pedal was difficult to depress; however, the vehicle was able to stop. The contact stated that the failure also occurred while his wife was driving. During the failure, the low pressure warning indicator illuminated and the…
ODI 11277982
Service Brakes
Brake master cylinder developed an internal bypass leak, at times the pedal would go to the floor while attemptoing to stop, other times the pedal would fade while sitting stopped with foot on pedal. Barke vacuum booster diaphram developed a leak causing a hard pedal and vacuum leak when the pedal was applied. Vacuum leak caused service engine light issues.
ODI 11278188
Service Brakes
Brake cylinder booster system failure. Vehichle vin not included in previous recalls. Car would not brake; hissing sounds; had to put in neutral and push brake to the floor. This is not acceptable or safe in a city with the traffic we have in houston. Independent dealer estimate to fix exceeds $1200. Ford needs to recall this vehicle for continued brake issues.
ODI 11270986
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford edge. While driving and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to stop. The contact stated that excessive force had to be applied to the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact also stated that the brakes made a whistling sound. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the power brake booster needed…
ODI 11270825
Service Brakes
Brake booster failure causing decreased stopping power. Ford released a bulletin 13n02 covering this vehicle up until march of 2013. Vehicle was manufactured in july of 2013 at same plant. Calling them, they stated that they will not cover. My vehicle has 128k miles on it and they offered an extended warranty on the bulletin for 10 years 150000 miles due to the high rate of failures and safety issues. Dealership and…
ODI 11270985
Service Brakes
While driving my 2013 edge (148,000 miles), when going to apply the break it suddenly did not want to break causing me try to veer from traffic to avoid an accident with another vehicle. Never had a warning or issue before this.the pedal will then go all the way down. Edge has an fsa item for extended warranty of the break booster. Taking to dealership i was informed that the master cylinder was bad. The mechanics i…
ODI 11270483
Service Brakes
Vacuum brake booster needs to be replaced. I went to drive my car, backing out of my driveway, and immediately the brakes were extremely hard to push on. Luckily i was backing out of my garage, but my brakes failed, and i had to hit the emergency brake to make the car stop. I had a 1 year old in the car, and this is a huge safety issue. Also, i had noticed earlier that when i was in drive, but sitting at a light,…
ODI 11266111
Service Brakes
Brakes started to make hissing noise. Brought to mechanic to find a failed brake booster. Contacted ford because it is part of extended warranty. Was told by ford that my vin was not part of the extended warranty coverage. Was told the car was safe to drive, but if the brakes becomes hard i was to 'mash on the brakes and my car would stop'. Ford knows there is a problem and is not taking responsibility for the…
ODI 11259005
Service Brakes
When going to break, break pedal goes half way down and then stops, all while car is still moving. Becomes hard to push. While applying break, there is a hissing noise. Car stalls while sitting at a stop light. At time is has almost caused me to crash my car with my 8 year old in it. Very unsafe to drive. Upon taking it to a mechanic, they diagnosed it with a failing break booster. Dealer stated my car is not…
ODI 11258385
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford edge. While driving various speeds, the contact heard air leaking while depressing the brake pedal without warning. The contact stated that the brakes did not function when needed and the vehicle took some time to come to a complete stop. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that they were aware of the failure. The…
ODI 11265226
Service Brakes
Brake pedal went to the floor as i applied them after exiting interstate and pulling into a parking lot. It was taken to a ford dealership where the master cylinder, booster and hcu were all replaced, but problem still persisted
ODI 11258796
Service Brakes
Brakes make a noise like air is coming out when i'm pushing on them. Had them checked out by a garage and they said the pad and rotors look good. However, still having issues with immediate stops when going down my inclined driveway. Brakes feel spongy and not touchy. Also, recently, sitting in a drive through line and after idling stationary for a few minutes with my foot on the brake, the car turned off. Something…
ODI 11256367
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 ford edge. While driving approximately 45 mph, the brake pedal was depressed, but was very firm. The contact stated that extra pressure was needed to slow down the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to sisk family ford ([redacted], forest city, nc 28043, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed. The results were still pending. The contact stated that an independent mechanic informed her of a tear…
ODI 11258341
Electronic Stability Control · Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes
While driving the car 40 miles it completely died and the steering wheel locked up. I took the car in for diagnostic test and it came back nothing. The car was giving back to me and it had the warning flashing on the dash with the wrench . I took several pictures. Driving west on i-40 during rush hour traffic. I paid for this repair and see this exact same thing has happened. Several month later the brakes felt like…
ODI 11256023
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