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CarComplaints.com Notes: A frustrating electrical issue is causing an ever-present “door ajar” warning light for 2011-2013 Ford Edge owners. Even with the doors latched shut, faulty sensors convince the vehicle’s computer they aren’t. With no way to override the system, owners have no choice but to stare at the warning light, listen to the warning chimes when the car is stopped, and deal with interior lights that won’t shut off.

2.8

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
52,372 miles

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2012 Ford Edge Owner Comments (Page 2 of 3)

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problem #37

Apr 112019

Edge

  • 96,242 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Intermittent loss of brakes. Brake peddle goes to the floor board. Also engine has now died twice when idling once at a stop, once while parked.

- Napa, CA, USA

problem #36

Oct 182018

Edge

  • 58,919 miles
Vehicle displays a warning "vehicle coolant over temperature" the vehicle had been inspected twice and the technicians claimed not to have been able reproduce the error and also claimed that the computer was not "spitting" out any errors. The message displays within the first file miles after the car has been stationary for more than 2 hours and it is displayed for 10-20 seconds.

- Missouri City, TX, USA

problem #35

Jan 162018

Edge

  • 83,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated when the accelerator pedal was depressed. Also, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. Town and country Ford nashville (101 anderson ln, madison, tn) was contacted and diagnosed that the turbo bypass solenoid was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer twice where it was diagnosed that two more solenoids were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred again. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where they diagnosed that the turbo assembly was defective and needed to be replaced. The failure was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 83,000.

- Goodlettsville, TN, USA

problem #34

Mar 062018

Edge

  • 78,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

After researching Ford Edge research there were so many complaints of people having the same thing occur to them. My car will start and be driving then all of a sudden the car literally looses all power and the car shuts down. This has happened to me twice and it appears that Ford doesn't want to issue a recall on this. People's lives are in danger, there is no warning of when this will happen and then you stuck sitting on the road while in drive as your car lost power.

- Wesley Chapel, FL, USA

problem #33

Feb 042018

Edge

  • 70,000 miles
While driving down the road and approaching a stop sign or red light the vehicle stalls and losses all power, no steering, brakes are hard to apply. This is extremely scary in traffic

- Lake Butler, FL, USA

problem #32

Jan 092018

Edge

  • 10 miles
I started my 2012 Edge and heard the starter take longer to turn over and start the car. Within moments the check engine icon appeared. I took my Edge in to auto hobby shop located on a military installation. The service representative used his code reader machine to view code P0456. Which he said it indicated a minor fuel leak. He performed a smoke check said he noticed smoke leaking. I called my local Ford dealership to check if there were any fuel system recalls. They said there was, but not for my VIN. Of the 3 recalls out for a 20012 Edge, I only recieved one. Are recalls only for specific years/models/VIN's" how can I get my issue repaired? could my VIN be added to the recall if I had a relating issue"

- Tucson, AZ, USA

problem #31

Jan 152018

Edge

  • 26,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

After pulling out in traffic on 1/15/18, going about 50 mph, my 2012 Ford Edge suddenly lost power and the wrench warning light appeared. I had to shut the car down and restart it several times to slowly get it out of traffic - each time the wrench warning light appeared and the vehicle lost power. Finally, after getting out of traffic I shut it down and let it sit for a few minutes, restarted it and this time the AWD warning light appeared but my car is not an AWD vehicle. Then the wrench light appeared again. Had it towed to the local dealer. They couldn't find any computer memory record of what happened and had their technician drive it home to see if the problem duplicated itself. It did not. After 3 days at the dealership they could not find anything wrong with the vehicle and I picked it up and drove it home. I should add that my vehicle has only 26,000 miles on it. In reading these complaints mine is not the only complaint about this issue and Ford needs to figure out and repair those vehicles affected by this problem. This is definitely a safety issue!

- Palm Desert, CA, USA

problem #30

Dec 012017

Edge

  • 53,500 miles
While driving my 2012 Ford Edge limited with less than 60000 miles the vehicle just died in the middle of traffic, no steering, no power nothing. The problem has happened close to 15 times.

- Lake Butler, FL, USA

problem #29

Nov 032017

Edge

  • 35,270 miles
Vehicle suddenly stops going, no acceleration. Happens without warning, forcing you to get off the road. Must shut off vehicle and restart. Creates a very hazardous situation where you can be traveling on the interstate going 65 mph & suddenly have no power! engine is running but there's no acceleration whatsoever. My warranty just ran out & I have less than 36000.0 miles on this car! only happens when you're traveling which means you have no way of preparing & puts your life in jeopardy.

- Port St Lucie, FL, USA

problem #28

Oct 012017

Edge 6-cyl

  • miles
2012 Ford Edge. Consumer writes in regards to engine failure. The consumer stated the vehicle would rapidly lose acceleration. The failure was intermittent therefore, the dealer could not duplicate or, repair the vehicle. The fuel inlet failed, as well. Updated 11/07/2017

- Gainesville, FL, USA

problem #27

Sep 252017

Edge

  • 73,744 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Engine came on and vehicle slows down or stalls when driving. Dealer diagnosed problem was throttle body #at4Z-9E926-B and replaced it at a cost of $333.23. Dealer and georgina at Ford customer service stated no warranty or "customer satisfaction program" coverage for cost. Problem is same as Ford escape covered in program.

- Northville, MI, USA

problem #26

Oct 042017

Edge

  • 54,000 miles
I was driving on a busy, city street at approximately 30mph when my 2012 Ford Edge sport lost power and the "wrench" warning light came on. I had to carefully move towards the right lane and was able to coast into the parking lot of a convenience store. I turned it off, waited 10 minutes, and it started up again. I drove home the 3 miles without incident. The same afternoon, I drove it to the nearest Ford dealer to have it checked out. Their report showed no codes and told us there was nothing they could do. I drove it that night about 30 miles without any problems. The next morning, I exited my neighborhood tract into a busy intersection where the car died again. I barely coasted once again to safety after trying to make it through the intersection with the threat of oncoming traffic. This was terrifying. I called a tow truck and the car was towed to the same dealer where they continue to say there is no code and they cannot duplicate the problem after driving it. They did replace the battery, saying that it was low, even though the battery is less than one year old. I am not confident that replacing the battery will fix the problem and they don't seem confident either. They have had the car for 5 days now and want us to pick up the car up tomorrow. How can I feel secure driving my family in a car that has put me in this dangerous predicament? I have spoken to the service manager, Ford regional managers, and none of them are empathetic to this situation and they offer no solution.

- Moreno Valley, CA, USA

problem #25

Sep 242017

Edge

  • 56,520 miles
While driving, the check engine light illuminates along with a sudden loss of power indicating "limp" mode has been entered. Power off the car followed by restart seems to clear the code and allow normal operation with good engine power. Electronic throttle body seems to be the culprit. This is a rather dangerous occurrence when driving on busy, crowded streets and freeways. This has happened multiple times. Most recent is 24 September 2017.

- Mckinney, TX, USA

problem #24

Mar 082017

Edge

  • 117,000 miles
My check engine light is on, shows code P0299 which refers to an underboost condition with the turbo or supercharger system. My mechanic spoke to a dealership who stated they've put 3 parts in the vehicle they have in the shop and its still not fixed. Sounds like its a common issue. Can you investigate for a recall?

- Shell Rock, IA, USA

problem #23

May 012017

Edge

  • 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Edge. While driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact allowed the vehicle to cool down and restarted the vehicle. Additionally, the all wheel drive indicator and wrench icon illuminated. The contact called groove Ford (located at 10039 E arapahoe rd centennial, co 80112 720-466-2895) and was informed to contact Ford customer service. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was 60,000.

- Parker, CO, USA

problem #22

May 092017

Edge

  • 106,000 miles
Repeated problem with this vehicle. First door ajar light has been repaired because it would not shut off the interior lights (not legal to drive with them on) and therefore drained battery. Safety hazard. Ecoboast failed and we were told by the dealer that it was a safety hazard and that we could not drive the car....big expense! now a second door ajar light won't go off....doors do not lock while the vehicle is moving. Somebody needs to step up on these issues and do what's right. I cannot believe that specific vehicles were recalled for these issues when many others are experiencing, and paying for the exact same problem on the same year vehicle. Something smells about this. Majorly disappointed in Ford and NHTSA. Please note that the listed complaints are not the only ones we've had over the past year.

- Huntley, IL, USA

problem #21

Sep 192016

Edge

  • 94,500 miles
Fuel system stops working (throttle body). Car looses power, pressing gas pedal does nothing. Must get off road very quickly while drifting. Very unsafe.

- Coats, NC, USA

problem #20

Aug 072016

Edge

  • 51,000 miles
Car motor lost power during high way, I was passing other cars and in heavy traffic, I almost crash and put my family and other in a very high risk because the car motor just die while drive 7O miles per hour. My family and I are still in shock!!!! I keep reading about what could be wrong, I took the car to the dealer for service and they recognize the problem very quick, seems to be a known issue, Ford should fix this under a recall, my car is out of warranty (51K miles) and I will have to pay for the fix as well. Somebody is going to get hurt, help fix this please!

- Florence, SC, USA

problem #19

Apr 262016

Edge 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 72,984 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Edge. While driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning repeatedly. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the throttle body malfunctioned. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the parts were on back order. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 72,984....updated 07/07/16 the consumer stated the vehicle was repaired on 05/24/16.

- Greenup, IL, USA

problem #18

Mar 012016

Edge

  • 75,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Edge. While driving 5 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning in the middle of an intersection after exiting the freeway. The contact stated that the vehicle had an error message that displayed "key not detected" once the vehicle stalled. In addition, the contact placed the vehicle in neutral and was able to restart the vehicle. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 75,000.

- Sylmar, CA, USA

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