2017 Ford Edge Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 124 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the 2017 Ford Edge, 9% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 55,850 miles. The words owners use most often: “brake fluid” (25% of reports).
- 124service brakes complaints
- 55,850median miles at failure
- 11mention a crash
- 4mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $670typical repair cost reported by owners
- 10%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Brake fluid: mentioned in 31 of 124 complaints (25%)
- Service brakes hydraulic: mentioned in 24 of 124 complaints (19%)
- Pedal went: mentioned in 15 of 124 complaints (12%)
- Motor company: mentioned in 7 of 124 complaints (6%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical service brakes repair on the 2017 Ford Edge at $670, and half of them between $410 and $1,400.
Based on 7 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2023–2026), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do service brakes problems happen?
Based on 35 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 124 complaints, 11 mention a crash, 4 an injury.
Ford Edge service brakes complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Edge | 1 | 2% | — |
| 2023 Edge | 3 | 13% | — |
| 2022 Edge | 2 | 2% | — |
| 2021 Edge | 5 | 4% | — |
| 2020 Edge | 7 | 2% | 17,015 |
| 2019 Edge | 13 | 2% | 4,375 |
| 2018 Edge | 21 | 3% | 46,000 |
| 2017 Edge | 124 | 9% | 55,850 |
| 2016 Edge | 99 | 11% | 60,000 |
| 2015 Edge | 77 | 11% | 51,000 |
| 2014 Edge | 57 | 15% | 54,632 |
| 2013 Edge | 531 | 22% | 77,500 |
| 2012 Edge | 247 | 22% | 70,000 |
| 2011 Edge | 261 | 14% | 90,035 |
| 2010 Edge | 162 | 24% | 99,800 |
| 2009 Edge | 40 | 15% | 103,000 |
| 2008 Edge | 77 | 7% | 100,650 |
| 2007 Edge | 87 | 9% | 103,275 |
| 2004 Edge | 1 | 33% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Risk: A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses and adjust brake jounce hoses with no damage present, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S87.
Service brakes; service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
Risk: A ruptured front brake hose will cause a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hoses with the new hoses that have a revised braid material, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S42.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Progressive and then complete brake failure, stopping only after engaging the park-brake. The incident occurred on a 'sidestreet', [XXX]. No additional traffic at that time minimized immediate risk; The park-brake engaged at our home and the vehicle stopped. The brake pedal went completely to the…
The rear brake hose failed while driving, causing a sudden loss of braking power that nearly resulted in a collision. The vehicle had to be coasted onto a side street where we my son was able to get it home very slowly. Called Ford for repair due to open recall on it and now we have to pay for it…
- Rear brake hose broke and was leaking fluid (Manufacturer Recall Number 25S87 NHTSA Recall Number 25V544). Remedy unavailable. - Braking and coming to a complete stop became nearly impossible. Had to put the car in park if the car was going to be stopped for a long period of time. - Yes, I took…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2017 Ford Edges have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 124 owner complaints about service brakes for the 2017 Ford Edge (9% of the 1,374 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Ford Edge service brakes?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list service brakes. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do service brakes problems start?
The median reported mileage is 55,850 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
How much does it cost to fix service brakes problems on the 2017 Ford Edge?
Owners report a typical cost of $670 (half paid between $410 and $1,400), from 7 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the 2017 Ford Edge?
The most frequent phrase is “brake fluid”, in 31 of 124 complaints, followed by “service brakes hydraulic” (24).
Other 2017 Ford Edge problems
See all 2017 Ford Edge problems or service brakes problems across all Edge years.