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Crashes / Fires:
1 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
23,255 miles

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2018 Ford Edge engine problems

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2018 Ford Edge Owner Comments (Page 2 of 13)

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problem #240

Aug 262024

Edge

  • 95,000 miles

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

The contact owns a?2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated and the engine overheated. The contact pulled over and restarted the vehicle but the failure persisted. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the coolant level was low. The contact stated that he replaced the spark plugs and and ignition coil; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that there was coolant intrusion into cylinder #3, and it was determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and?advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately?95,000.

- Oil City, PA, USA

problem #239

Jul 192024

Edge

  • miles
Defective Engine: Liquid leaking on to engine block causing engine to misfire. This is a known issue with ford for the 2018 ford edge.

- Renton, WA, USA

problem #238

Aug 232023

Edge

  • miles
2018 Ford Edge Titanium--Engine Light (CEL)light up, took to mechanic--Ignition coil Cylind 01 replaced and spark plug--Continue to come on--Firestone complete Auto Care 08/11/2023, they keep resetting. Now 2024 Again same issue, taking car to Ford dealer 08/30/2024--This is a know issue with the Ecoboost 2.0 engine. I almost was killed when car was almost stalling out and engine jumping and vehicle was thrashing in traffic on 08/23/2024. I have a Fidelity Warranty -Medallion Care Protection purchased when bought this car, it's good for another year. My car needs a new engine from Ford, Vin number not on recall list, but this a know problem with Ford Edges from 2015-2019, then Ford changed design. Need help getting a new engine...

- Cape Coral, FL, USA

problem #237

Aug 072024

Edge

  • miles

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

Unknown. Seems like coolant is making it's way into the cylinders and disrupting combustion. A lot of sweet-smelling white smoke from exhaust when first starting. Engine code pointing to cylinder 1 misfire even though plugs and coils have been replaced. Shakes a bit when starting and overall lower performance.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

problem #236

Aug 162024

Edge

  • miles
My vehicle experienced what many of the Ford vehicles have had occur in this year range regarding the EcoBoost engine. My 2018 Ford Edge, maintained by the dealership since purchase, equipped with the EcoBoost 2.0 engine had coolant leak into the number one cylinder. Once this happens, there is no repair besides to replace the engine. Ford knows there an issue, even the service person told me this happens a lot with this model, but there is no recall at this time. They want $7,800 to change the engine block. Ford changed the design by scoring channels between the cylinders in an ill conceived attempt to increase cooling. This bad design allows coolant to degrade head gasket leading to coolant intrusion into cylinders. Inevitably, this leads to engine failure. Apparently, Ford redesigned the Ecoboost 2.0 engine around 2020 to eliminate this issue. Ford has not recalled these engines and apparently refuses to fix the issue if the vehicle is out of warranty. The Ecoboost 2.0 engines with this bad design WILL EVENTUALLY FAIL. This issue is the direct result of Ford-??s bad design making these engines unmerchantable. I know this has been reported many times to the NFTSA and should be a major recall for this engine.

- Bakersfield, CA, USA

problem #235

Aug 012024

Edge

  • 31,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated and was running rough. The contact stated that the infotainment system was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced due to a coolant leak. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 31,000.

- Auburn, WA, USA

problem #234

Aug 222024

Edge

  • miles

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

NHTSA needs to recall the engines on these vehicle check engine light came on had checked was told spark plug #4 misfire vehicle is overheating and taking all coolant, white smoke coming out the exhuast, when I brake my emergency brakes are being applied"?" I see that there are other people who are having same issues NHTSA and FORD need to RECALL THE ENGINES!! Vehicle has 90,0000 miles on it and failed wont turn over replace the engines on these vehicles you guys are so wrong for not considering this a recall after reading other peoples concerns my 2018 ford edge is doing the same thing and still owe on this piece of crap!!!!

- Conroe, TX, USA

problem #233

Aug 162024

Edge

  • miles
My check engine light came on, by the time they could get the car into the shop it would overheat and stall. It was found that the engine is leaking coolant into the wrong parts causing a misfire, the car is now non operable. It is well documented in TSB 19-2346, confirmed by dealership the engine needs to be replaced. My safety has been in great risk as it could have stalled at any time in any location while I was traveling with my kids. Ford is negligent in fixing a KNOWN issue

- Petaluma, CA, USA

problem #232

Aug 122024

Edge

  • miles
Check engine light appeared and the car ran rough. I took the car to an automotive repair shop. Spark plugs are misfiring into the cylinder causing coolant to leak into the engine. Then causing the engine block to crack. 2018 ford edge with only 38000 miles. The engine could start on fire and cause catastrophic failure. The car is not drivable and the mechanic cannot repair it without changing the whole engine out.

- Oakland, FL, USA

problem #231

Jun 162024

Edge

  • 69,500 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission was slipping with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated there was white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. The contact who is an independent mechanic, diagnosed the vehicle with coolant intrusion into the cylinder and retrieved DTC code: P0301 (Engine Misfire). The contact stated that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 69,500.

- Ashland, VA, USA

problem #230

Aug 142024

Edge

  • miles

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

Owner of a 2018 Ford Edge SEL 2.0 L Eco Boost, approx. 40,000 miles. Started experiencing a dip in RMP-??s while idling. Check engine light came on. Vehicle was registering a -??misfire-??. Uncertain if it was spark plugs, coil pack and/or head gasket the computer was reset and vehicle was given back. Engine light appears AGAIN. This time, local repair shop opened the cylinders and discovered a small amount of coolant and/or oil. Cylinders were cleaned and vehicle was given back. AGAIN, engine light appeared 3rd time and made an appointment with Scarsdale Ford Service. At FORD Service, spoke to -??Ralph.-?? Initially, was informed it might just need sparks plugs. (KNOWING THERE-??s A FLAWED ENGINE DESIGN THAT ALLOWS COOLANT TO ENTER THE ENGINE BLOCK ERODING EVERYTHING. So much so, that FORD has issued a -??technical service bulletin-?? BUT refuses to recall the engine). Later, was told the engine needs to be replaced and it would cost $10k for repair. Spoke to Ford Customer Service who only filed a -??request-?? for -??up to $5k in repairs-?? which is not guaranteed. Awaiting judgement from that. AND they placed a request for -??buy back-?? from all the forms which I am reading. I can only expect to be offered up to $3k. This is unacceptable. No one buys a car and expects it to last less than 50k miles. Also, knowing the ongoing issues with specifically the 2018 2.0 L Eco Boost, why wasn-??t i informed of this sooner" Why was I not given options" Instead, it-??s too late now. My engine is dead and sitting at Ford Service and no one at FORD seems to be helping. I can offer documentation of all of this and available by phone or email for any follow up questions.

- Harrison, NY, USA

problem #229

May 012024

Edge

  • 85,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the vehicle shuddered. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that there was a leak in the exhaust manifold gasket. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer, where it was determined that there was coolant intrusion into the engine and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.

- Clayville, NY, USA

problem #228

Aug 112024

Edge

  • miles
they sold me a new car 2018 with a known engine defect and with only 40,000 miles it needs a new engine due to a engine defect where coolant enters the engine cylinders

- Sanger, TX, USA

problem #227

Aug 122023

Edge

  • 91,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was misfire coming from the engine with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that excessive amounts of white smoke was coming from the exhaust pipes. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of coolant. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact stated that the failure began about a year ago; however, the failure had become persistent. The vehicle was scheduled to be towed to the dealer within the next few days. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The contact was advised to report the failure to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 91,000.

- Wichita, KS, USA

problem #226

May 172024

Edge

  • miles
Coolant intrusion into #2 cylinder of 2.0 eco-boost engine Confirmed by mechanic at Ford dealership are they diagnosis with pressure test and bore scope. i-??ve read online of the inquiries for this and other Ford dungeons the 2018 Ford edge which led to recalls for the Ford fusion and escape, but did not include the Ford edge. I cannot understand why the Ford edge was not included in the recall since it has the same problems and same engine, Ford supervisor told me it may be because there was not enough complaints so I-??m registering my complaint today. I have been in contact with Ford customer service. Please help me understand this situation. Is it possible there will be a recall on this engine sometime in the future?

- Jardine Prairie, MO, USA

problem #225

Jul 152024

Edge

  • miles
There was a cylinder wall breach causing coolant intrusion in to the engine. It-??s issue is extremely common with the 2.0 ecoboost engines. My service engine light came on and I checked all fluids coolant was low and it was showing a misfire in cylinder #3. Replaced the park plug and added coolant and service engine light when off so I kept driving it. A couple days later I was driving and my car started over heating on a highway causing significant loss of power having to pull over to the side of the road to avoid an accident with my grand children in the car [XXX] and a [XXX]. Check engine light is on again check the codes and now misfire in cylinder 4 and crank shaft position is off. I took it to a ford dealership and the only fix is to replace the engine at 90,000 miles"?" This repair will cost (($8500)). I haven-??t had the car inspected by police or insurance company. Thank God it didn-??t cause an accident or catch fire do to my rapid response otherwise this could have caused a fire or accident or even the loss of life for me or my grandchildren. I can-??t believe Ford is allowed to sell these vehicles with this much of a threat to the people that are driving them. My vehicle has to sit because I can-??t afford an $8000 hit right now. It-??ll render me homeless-??.I am currently making a $600 car payment and $145 insurance payment on a car that is technically totaled. I-??m asking for rides to work and there are days that I don-??t make it to work. I have tried to tread in the vehicle but only getting $4000 for the tread in"?" My 2018 Edge AWD with leather interior is in mint condition minus the engine issue that they were aware of. This should be illegal!! INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Streamwood, IL, USA

problem #224

May 172024

Edge

  • miles
CEL 1st appeared 8 days after car purchase, bought 5/9/24, CEL on 5/17. Avail 4 inspection. At risk possible fire hazard. 2 diagnostics done. Confirmed by 2 Ford dealers and auto store. Wouldnt pass emmissions. Coils and plug replaced CEL goes off. Drive approx 400 miles great. CEL and now coolant light on. Another diagnostic done. Coolant intrusion, research states possible fire hazard, needs engine replaced.

- Sapulpa, OK, USA

problem #223

Jun 292024

Edge

  • 160,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Edge. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started and driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, on several occasions the contact observed a burning odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced due to coolant intrusion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

- Decatur, AL, USA

problem #222

Jun 072024

Edge

  • miles
Coolant leaking into engine cylinders. Ford edge running a little rough with white exhaust smoke. MIL did not appear illuminated for some time after the appearance of white exhaust smoke.

- Tucson, AZ, USA

problem #221

Jul 202024

Edge

  • miles
Coolant is leaking into the cylinder causing engine failure

- Wyoming, MI, USA

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