Ford is recalling 2018 Edge vehicles with potential brake fluid leaks that could increase stopping distance and crash risk. Owners should contact Ford for free brake jounce hose replacement.
A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Ford is recalling 2018 Edge vehicles due to a risk of brake fluid leaks from rear brake jounce hoses. This could increase stopping distance and lead to crashes if not fixed. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224807-ford-edge-2018-brake-fluid-leak-risk-increases-crash-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224807-ford-edge-2018-brake-fluid-leak-risk-increases-crash-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #25V544000
“Ford Edge 2018: Brake Fluid Leak Risk Increases Crash Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224807-ford-edge-2018-brake-fluid-leak-risk-increases-crash-risk. Based on NHTSA recall 25V544000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V544000).
A brake fluid leak from the rear brake jounce hose can cause the vehicle to take longer to stop. This happens because brake fluid is essential for hydraulic braking systems, and leaks reduce braking effectiveness.
Owners of 2018 Ford Edge vehicles are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without the fix may face increased stopping distance in emergencies.
Check if your 2018 Ford Edge has a rear brake jounce hose that may rupture. The recall covers 2015-2018 Edge vehicles, but the specific issue was identified in 2018 models.
Call 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free brake jounce hose inspection and replacement.
Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses if they are damaged or leaking.
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.
The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid, increasing stopping distance and crash risk.
This recall covers 2015-2018 Ford Edge vehicles. Check if your vehicle has a rear brake jounce hose that may rupture.
Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free brake jounce hose inspection and replacement.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V544000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 25V544000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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