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ProblemsByVin File / 2008-FORD-EDGE
2008 · ford

ford Edge problems

2 safety recalls. 1,115 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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6.2 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
422 reports · avg $1,100
severe
powertrain
265 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
electrical
108 reports · avg $850
severe
brakes
67 reports · avg $450
moderate
engine
43 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
cruise control
34 reports · avg $600
severe
lighting
28 reports · avg $250
severe
steering
19 reports · avg $700
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2008 Edge · airbags
TAKATA RECALL NOTIFIED 3 YEARS AGO MY VEHICLE WAS PART OF TAKATA RECALL AND STILL NO REPAIR/REPLACEMENT FROM FORD. ## VIN PASSED ## FORD, EDGE, 2008 ##
12/31/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11057780.0
2008 Edge · electrical
THE DRIVER DOOR AJAR WARNING IS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH AND THE DOOM LIGHTS WONT TURN OFF. I HAVE FOUND OUT THIS IS A VERY COMMON ISSUE WITH FORDS WHERE THE POORLY DESIGNED DOOR LATCH BINDS UP. I HAD THIS SAME ISSUE WITH MY 2002 EXPLORER AND NOW WITH MY 2008 EDGE. IT BECOMES A…
12/31/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10669295.0
2008 Edge · cruise control
TAKATA RECALL SAME STORY AS MANY OTHER POSTERS HERE, JUST ADDING TO THE LIST. 2008 FORD EDGE W/ 170,000. SPEEDOMETER QUITS WORKING, LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT, WRENCH LIGHT, AIRBAG LIGHT -- INITIALLY WORKS AS IF IN LOW GEAR (HIGH RPM'S AND LITTLE SPEED), THEN QUITS ACCELERATING…
12/30/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11057657.0
2008 Edge · airbags
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 FORD EDGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (AIR BAGS); EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE DEALER (BERGE FORD, 460 E AUTO CENTER DR, MESA, AZ 85204) STATED THAT PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE FOR THE…
12/29/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11057377.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 14V682000 29/10/2014

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Lincoln MKX, and Ford Edge vehicles, manufactured June 15, 2006, to September 22, 2008, and originally sold, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 12, 2014. The recall began on October 6, 2015. Dealers will inspect the vehicles and either clean and treat the fuel tank with a corrosion preventative or replace the tank, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S22.
severe NHTSA 08V301000 03/07/2008

FORD IS RECALLING 142 MY 2008 EDGE AND LINCOLN MKK ALL WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES

THIS DIMPLE COULD RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK OR A FUEL DRIP FROM THE TANK. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE FUEL TANK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 11, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-437-7332.

Common questions

Is the 2008 Ford Edge reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.2 out of 10 based on 1,115 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 Ford Edge has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2008 Ford Edge?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 422 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Ford Edge has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2008 Ford Edge?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 1,115 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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