WHILE DRIVING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION AT APPROX 40 MPH TRANSMISSION SHUTTER AND LOCKED THE WHEELS UP. LUCKILY THE TRAFFIC AROUND ME WAS ABLE TO DODGE ME WITHOUT INCIDENT. I SHUT IT OFF AND RESTARTED PUT INTO 1ST GEAR AND PULLED OFF TO SIDE OF ROAD. THERE WAS BURNT GEAR OIL SMELL COMING FROM UNDER THE SUV. NOW IT COMES AND GOES TRANS SLIPPING AND PTU OVERHEATING.
2008 ford Edge powertrain problems
moderate 265 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
265
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING WITH ME AND OUR 2 CHILDREN ON THE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH. ALL GAUGES (FUEL, SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER, ETC.) STOPPED WORKING AND THE ODOMETER READ "ODO DATA ERROR". WE HAD A GPS THAT WE WERE USING AND DISPLAYED OUR SPEED, SO WE KEPT GOING THE 5 MILES TO OUR PLANNED STOP ALONG THE WAY HOME. WHEN WE RESTARTED THE CAR, THE GAUGES WERE BACK UP BUT IT MADE A LOUD THUMPING SOUND WHEN CHANG…
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2008 ford Edge?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 265 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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