There are 50 owner-reported powertrain & transmission complaints for the 2013 Ford Edgein NHTSA's database. These are unverified consumer reports and may not reflect confirmed defects.
At stop light, went to make a right turn and sounded like loud thumping noise under car. Had to have it towed home to find out the transfer case failed locking up my wheels as I was making a right turn from us 231 onto broadway in crown point Indiana
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument panel displayed a Yellow Wrench symbol (Power Train Malfunction), and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and continued driving. The failure occurred two more times the same day while driving at undisclosed speeds. The failure occurred two days later while driving at approximately 10-15 MPH. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer; however, the dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was black and the message "Camera Not Available" was displayed. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle had failed to accelerate as needed while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken to the local independent mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 195,000.
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at 10 MPH, the vehicle stalled with no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the power transfer unit had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 68,014.
While driving I came upon a red light. While sitting at the red light I noticed my car began to loose power and started shaking. My RPM dropped to almost 0. My car was loosing power while driving. No light has appeared on my dashboard, my gas tank said I had 98 miles till empty. I had two young kids in my vehicle. I anxiously started tapping the gas a little and made in into the nearest parking lot. This is unacceptable as I was in the middle of the road with children. I sat in my car with it on idle and nothing happened.
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shuddered and there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the rear differential had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 94,000.
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, upon acceleration, the vehicle began to shake and shudder. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the torque converter, hoses, and transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 114,000.
Put car in for regular service, and to investigate burning smell and transmission slippage. Mechanic found that the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) was completely filled with a paste-like sludge. (he has pictures) Mechanic says that the PTU is too close to the catalytic converter, therefore overheating the PTU and literally boiling the transfer fluid. He was able to clean the module, but says there's still a leak around the PTU seal. The work required to replace the seal, would also merit replacing the PTU. BUT, this is a $800 part! The safety risk would have been my transmission completely seizing up and causing an accident due to mechanical failure. The vehicle has had all of it's regular and milestone service work performed. No warning lights went off. I'm on borrowed time with this part and/or new transmission. Will there be a remedy to prevent this in the future?
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and failed to accelerate or move forward. After turning off and restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated normally. The contact stated that during the failure, the message "Power Train Malfunction" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000.
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle suddenly came to a complete stop. The contact stated that the front driver’s side tire had nearly detached from the vehicle. The contact was uncertain if any warning lights were illuminated. Due to the failure occurring in the middle of a busy roadway, Police were called, and the vehicle was towed to a parking lot where it remained. Upon arrival to the scene, the tow truck driver alerted the contact NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V393000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was notified, and the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN related to the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
I purchased my Ford from a used car lot and only 3 months later without any alerts my brake pedal goes to the floor. It makes a hissing sound like air being released. My brakes and fluid are fine? Why are their recalls on my same year vehicle, but not mine. I understand replacing brake booster, master cylinder will NOT help. Now I am broke from purchasing my Ford, I can't afford to dump more money into a vehicle that can't be fixed. You need to recall the entire car! Now my dash lights go crazy, even ABS once? This car is a freaking lemon and someone is going to get hurt. Then Ford will responsible for their manufactory error?
Transfer case on vehicle started rattling.
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for an oil change, the contact was informed that the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) was leaking and 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 74,000.
2013 FORD EDGE-Consumer had already taken vehicle for tune up 2 months after purchase. Consumer heard bad thumping noise from back of vehicle. Consumer took it to a mechanic and was told about Recall # 14V393000- Power Train: Axle Assembly. Axle Shaft. Consumer mentioned the 15 yr. rule. Consumer replaced power train, new brake shoes, and rotors. Dealership where vehicle was purchased never informed consumer before the purchase of the recall. Consumer states others have reported similar experience from same dealer. Retail installment contract attached.
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while shifting to park(P), the message “Shift to Park” was displayed. The contact had to park and turn off and restart the vehicle and press the button on the gear shifter several times before the message would cease to appear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the gear shifter had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
This is in regards to Recall # 14S10 (Ford) and NHTSA # 14V393000. I was driving my 2013 Ford Edge when turning there was a pop, and vehicle would not engage into any gear causing an extreme safety issue. After being towed, it was noted that the intermediate shaft was broke and sheared the gears off. This is a very uncommon finding. We contacted Ford and was told there was not a recall on this vehicle. Therefore, we replaced, through Ford, the intermediate shaft and 2 new CV axles (ordered through a parts store). Once repairs were completed, the CV axle seal leaked and was also replaced. It started shaking upon acceleration. We then replaced the motor mounts and struts in an attempt to fix the problem. We also put another CV axle on passenger side at that time. At this point, after speaking to several different professionals regarding our problem, we were then informed that there WAS a recall for this very problem on 2013 Edge. We contacted Ford again and gave them the recall numbers. They then agreed that the recall should have included this vehicle but that our particular VIN number was not included in the initial recall. We were advised by Ford to bring the vehicle in and let them inspect it. After inspection, they found that when the intermediate shaft went out, it damaged the transmission. They also stated that looking into the history of this vehicle, this is not the first time for this problem with this particular Edge. They stated this should've been included in the original recall as this is the exact reason for the recall. We were advised to contact you with this complaint so that this Edge with Vin number can be added to the recall and fixed accordingly. This Edge is currently at the Ford dealer awaiting your response. I implore you to consider adding this VIN # to the original recall. The Ford dealer is in agreement that this is the exact reason for the recall. Thankfully, no one was injured during the initial incident which could have been serious.
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle started to decelerate independently. The contact stated that the powertrain warning light was illuminated. The contact stated she was able to coast to the side of the roadway. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the throttle body to be replaced. The vehicle was being serviced. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with TSB: 13N03. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 81,000.
Flexplate rattle. Tsb from the lawsuits for years 2015 to 2018 days they have to replace the long block. Meaning I’ll have to replace either my transmission or engine and I have already replaced the transmission once in this car. There needs to be a recall and it cover ALL 6f35 transmissions.
The contact's son owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with the transmission warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, when the vehicle started shifting gears. The check engine and PRM warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact was able to pull over and shut off the vehicle, once the vehicle cooled down the contact was able to restart the vehicle and the vehicle started operating normally. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was contacted, and they stated that the vehicle VIN was not under recall NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V393000(Power Train). The failure mileage was 199,000.
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