Pre Purchase Inspection for 2023 Ford Edge

NHTSA opened investigation PE24-027 in October 2024 after reports of sudden brake loss from rear brake hose ruptures on Edge models. The Brake Report says NHTSA counted 64 complaints, including two crashes. Ford then filed recall 25V-544 for about 499,000 2015 to 2018 Edge and 2016 to 2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The rear brake jounce hose can rupture and leak fluid, which makes stops longer. NHTSA's record says interim letters went out in September 2025 and the remedy was expected in August 2026.

WE CHECK We check the VIN for recall 25V-544 and whether the final repair is done, look at both rear hoses for bulges, cracks or wet spots, check brake fluid level and test the pedal for sinking.

SOURCE NHTSA recall 25V-544 · The Brake Report: NHTSA closes Ford rear brake hose investigation

Recall 20V-469 covers about 489,000 2015 to 2018 Edge and 2016 to 2018 MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses can rupture early and leak fluid, which makes stops longer. Dealers replace them with hoses that have a new braid material.

WE CHECK We check the VIN for recall 20V-469, look at both front hoses and check brake fluid level and pedal feel.

SOURCE NHTSA recall 20V-469

Recall 22V-413 covers many Ford models including 2015 to 2018 Edge. The bushing that holds the shifter cable to the transmission can wear or fall off. The SUV may not shift into the gear you pick, and it could roll after you select Park. Dealers replace the bushing and add a cap.

WE CHECK We check the VIN for recall 22V-413 and confirm the gear display matches the selector in every position, and that it holds in Park on a slope.

SOURCE NHTSA recall 22V-413

Recalls 17V-427 and 18V-390 cover some 2017 and 2018 Edge models with the 2.0L engine and 6-speed automatic. Torque converter weld studs may be weak, and if they fail the SUV loses the ability to move. Dealers replace the torque converter.

WE CHECK We check the VIN for recalls 17V-427 and 18V-390 and listen for clunks or a loss of drive on the road test.

SOURCE NHTSA recall 17V-427 · NHTSA recall 18V-390

Recalls 15V-250 and 19V-632 cover some 2015 and 2016 Edge models first sold or registered in salt-belt states. Road salt can corrode the power steering motor bolts, and the motor can come loose and cut power assist. Dealers replace the bolts and seal them, or replace the steering gear if bolts are broken.

WE CHECK We check the VIN for recalls 15V-250 and 19V-632, look at the steering gear on a lift and feel for heavy steering at low speed.

SOURCE NHTSA recall 15V-250 · NHTSA recall 19V-632

Recall 17V-123 covers some 2016 and 2017 Edge models whose driver air bag may not fully inflate or may come loose. Recall 19V-766 covers some 2019 Edge models with a badly crimped driver seat belt anchor. Recall 21V-377 covers some 2021 Edge models with a driver belt pretensioner that may not work.

WE CHECK We check the VIN for these recalls, check the air bag warning light at start and test every seat belt.

SOURCE NHTSA recall 17V-123 · NHTSA recall 19V-766 · NHTSA recall 21V-377