The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the parts to do the recalls repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer …
2017 ford Edge brakes problems
severe 164 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450
Complaints
164
Recalls
0
Crashes
9
Avg fix
$450
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
I bought the car when it was 1 year old. I have never had the front brake calipers off the car but 2 of the front brake caliper bracket bolts became loose and fell out. It appears that when the car was built that the bolts weren't torqued properly.
THE RECALL ON MY VEHICLE (DESCRIBED) IS FOR THE POSSIBILITY OF A HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE TO RUPTURE, I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR MONTHS AND THE PARTS I AM TOLD ARE NOT AVAILABLE?? SHOULD I JUST PARK THE CAR FOR MONTHS WAITING? OR CAN SOMETHING BE DONE TO WAKE FORD MOTOR COMPANY UP? I ALREADY HAD MY BRAKE LINE FAIL AND I HAD TO PAY FOR THE REPAIR, THIS IS INSANE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD EDGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE AND PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE BRAKING SYSTEM WOULD NOT IMMEDIATELY ACTIVATE TO SLOW OR STOP THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER HAD TO PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL SEVERAL TIMES TO ACTIVATE THE BRAKING SYSTEM. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT YET NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT …
CAR ENGINE LIGHT TURNED ON WITH ONLY 48K MILES AND FORD STATED MY CAR NEEDS A NEW ENGINE DUE TO BEING IMPROPERLY MADE AND COOLANT LEAKING INTO ENGINE.
Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2017 ford Edge?
It's a meaningful issue. 164 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
At what mileage does the brakes 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 $450 for brakes 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 brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes 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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