2012 Ford Edge brakes problems

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

106 owners have reported brakes problems with the 2012 Ford Edge, 55% of all complaints about this model year. The typical problem appeared around 110,500 mi.

Brakes complaints
106
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Related recalls
0
Median mileage
110,500 mi

Specific components reported

Brakes covers: Service brakes (hydraulic, electric, air), ABS and parking brake.

ComponentComplaints
Service brakes84
Service brakes, hydraulic16
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder3
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module1
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components1
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module1
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist1

Brakes complaints across Ford Edge years

172007108200965180201110641220135312220151412022017321320198520212320231
Brakes complaints by model year. The 2012 is highlighted.

Mileage when the problem appeared

Under 10k10k–30k530k–60k1160k–100k24100k–150k4150k+
Complaints that list mileage, grouped by odometer reading.

Related recalls

No recalls on file.

What owners say

  1. Filed Jul 21, 2026SCBrakes
    The brakes are hard to mash and spongey and it has a hissing kind of sound I believe it is a brake booster. When I bought the vehicle used from a dealership they told me it didn't have any recalls on the vehicle but later own I found out it did have a recall for the abs system so i called the ford company and they told me that the recall has already ended and they wouldn't fix it and now when I look it up online it showed the brake boosted had a recall to that the dealership…
    NHTSA complaint #11751882 · source
  2. Filed May 15, 2026ILCrash1 injuredTowedBrakes
    As I was driving into a parking lot space, I stepped on the brake pedal, and it sank to the floor. I rapidly pumped the pedal 2 or 3 times, but it continued to sink to the floor. As the car continued moving forward, I tried to avoid colliding with landscape items, drove between 2 parked cars, scraping one or both of them, and injured a pedestrian. My vehicle stopped when I jammed the gear control into the “PARK” position.
    NHTSA complaint #11738190 · source
  3. Filed Mar 23, 2026CTBrakes
    I have replaced my front brakes at least 3 times, something is wrong with the brakes on these cars. Started off fine then after 50,000 miles I've changed them almost once a year. Never have had a Ford that I've had to replace brakes so much. Love the car just the little things are hard to handle. Take my car in again this year for front brakes again. Really??? I have just over 90,000 on the car and every 15,000 to do brakes again is unbelievable.
    NHTSA complaint #11726464 · source
  4. Filed Mar 2, 2026PRBrakes
    My car skids when I try to stop the car(car breaking). This happening a couple of times during the past 2 or 3 days. My car mechanic just did a diagnostic and found out that the ABS Sensor module and electrohydraulic has system failure and needs replacement, but parts aren't available where I live (Puerto Rico). This is surely a matter of security I will appreciate if you can help us to find the parts need to fix this issue.
    NHTSA complaint #11721355 · source
  5. Filed Dec 5, 2025GABrakes
    2012 Ford Edge brake failure occurred without any warning while I was driving on I85. Brake pedal went to floor with diminished braking ability when a vehicle adjacent changed lanes quickly to in front of my vehicle. Luckily no accident occurred. Vehicle was taken to Ford dealer. A previous issue with brakes happened in 2021/mileage 109k and brake booster was replaced under recall 13N02 at that time. Dealer diagnosed current brake issue and recommended replacing HCU AND…
    NHTSA complaint #11703314 · source
  6. Filed Sep 24, 2025TXBrakes
    Ford Edge 2012 Limited 2.0L [XXX] The brake pedal went all the way to the floor while my wife was driving a few times. The brakes DID NOT STOP OR SLOW THE CAR AT ALL! She pumped the brake pedal and braking came back. But, after that we could not trust the brake system. We paid AutoNation Ford in Fort Worth, Texas $2,694.45 on 10/11/2023 to replace the ABS system, after their recommendation that this will fix the problem. This did fix the problem until recently this past week…
    NHTSA complaint #11689308 · source
  7. Filed Sep 16, 2025PABrakesElectrical System
    The first incident occurred in GA on vacation in June. While my spouse was driving, he said the brakes seemed squishy and were not right. When he braked to stop the car to get gas, his foot went almost to the floor. After getting gas, I drove and they did not seem right. The second incident happened the beginning of August and I was coming down a relatively steep hill. I went to brake and my foot went all the way to the floor and did not completely stop. I took the car to my…
    NHTSA complaint #11687731 · source
  8. Filed Sep 2, 2025TXBrakes
    The ABS system is completely shot. I have replaced the entire brake system besides the ABS. There is a recall on the ABS System for other 2012 Ford Edges, but for some reason my vehicle isn’t included. Please consider including my car in the recall as this is a serious safety issue. I cannot even drive the car, because i am not able to brake properly.
    NHTSA complaint #11684546 · source
  9. Filed Aug 16, 2025PRBrakes
    Regarding the three Ford vehicles in my possession, each with approximately 80,000 miles, I've observed consistent issues with the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) module. Despite my inquiry with a Ford dealership, no recall has been issued for these vehicles, and the ABS module is reportedly unavailable for repair. Given the apparent prevalence of this issue, I am concerned about the potential impact on vehicle performance during critical events. Furthermore, I am seeking…
    NHTSA complaint #11681100 · source
  10. Filed Aug 14, 2025NJBrakes
    Brake pedal hitting the floor : issue comes and goes very rarely . First complain reported on april 2014: brake booster replaced on warranty. Last complain reported to original car dealer: could not identify the issue. In between these two dates, brake booster has been replaced recently. Abs hydraulic control unit may cause the brake failure, no abs light yet. Ford honored an extended warranty on brake power booster in 2020. Performing a few repeated sudden stops at certain…
    NHTSA complaint #11680561 · source
  11. Filed Jun 11, 2025WABrakes
    On July 31, 2019, I had the brake booster replaced at Midas due to a hissing noise and a loss of brake pressure, costing me $733.39. At that time, I checked for a Ford recall but found none for my VIN. I recently came across Ford Customer Satisfaction Program 13N02: Certain 2010-2014 Model Year Edge and MKX Vehicles Extended Warranty Coverage on Brake Booster. While I never was contacted by Ford about this issue for my 2012 Ford Edge, I feel it should be part of the program…
    NHTSA complaint #11666331 · source
  12. Filed May 2, 2025124,000 miMABrakes
    The contact owns a 2012 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal went to the floorboard. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where a diagnostic was performed, and the contact was informed that the brake booster, hydraulic cylinder, and master cylinder needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure, and a case was filed. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The…
    NHTSA complaint #11658535 · source

Other 2012 Ford Edge problem areas

  • Electrical System (27)
  • Engine (22)
  • Other / Unknown (21)
  • Body & Structure (16)
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech (11)
  • Transmission & Drivetrain (9)
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion (7)
  • Lighting (5)
  • Airbags (2)
  • Steering (1)
  • Visibility & Wipers (1)

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology