2008 Ford Edge

The 2008 Ford Edge is a mid-size crossover SUV that offers a comfortable ride, spacious interior, and decent performance. Two engine options were available: a 3.5L Duratec V6 producing 265 horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 engine producing 240 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Owners generally like the Edge’s styling, comfortable seats, and smooth ride. Common complaints include issues with the electronic throttle body, interior trim quality, and some electrical glitches.

Engine

3.5L Duratec V6

• Water Pump Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The water pump is located internally, driven by the timing chain. Failure can lead to coolant leaking into the engine oil, overheating, and potential engine damage. Signs include coolant loss, milky oil, engine overheating, and a whining noise from the engine.
  • Solution: Replace the water pump, timing chain, and potentially other components depending on the extent of the damage.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,200 - $2,000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid Issues
  • Description/Symptoms: The VVT solenoids control oil flow to the camshaft phasers. Malfunctioning solenoids can cause rough idling, reduced engine performance, and the check engine light to illuminate with codes related to VVT.
  • Solution: Replace the faulty VVT solenoid(s).
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found
• Throttle Body Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Can cause limp mode, reduced engine power, stalling, and hesitation. The check engine light may also illuminate.
  • Solution: Replace the throttle body.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $600
  • Recalls: None Found

2.0L Ecoboost I4

• Coolant Intrusion
  • Description/Symptoms: Cylinder head cracking can cause coolant intrusion into the cylinders. This can cause white smoke, overheating, and misfires.
  • Solution: Replace cylinder head.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $3,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

6F50 6-Speed Automatic

• Torque Converter Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Shuddering during acceleration, especially at lower speeds, is a common symptom. Other signs include harsh shifting, slipping, and a check engine light.
  • Solution: Replace the torque converter. In some cases, a transmission rebuild or replacement may be necessary if the damage is extensive.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $800 - $2,500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Valve Body Issues
  • Description/Symptoms: Erratic shifting, harsh shifting, slipping between gears, or failure to shift at all. Can also cause transmission to get stuck in a specific gear.
  • Solution: Valve body replacement or repair.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Rear Suspension Noises
  • Description/Symptoms: Creaking or clunking noises coming from the rear suspension, especially when going over bumps. Often caused by worn sway bar bushings, stabilizer bar links, or strut mounts.
  • Solution: Replace the worn suspension components.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Power Window Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Power windows may stop working intermittently or completely. This can be caused by a faulty window motor, regulator, or switch.
  • Solution: Replace the faulty window motor, regulator, or switch.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $400 per window
  • Recalls: None Found
• Door Ajar Light Stays On
  • Description/Symptoms: The door ajar light stays illuminated on the dashboard even when all doors are closed properly. This is often caused by a faulty door latch sensor.
  • Solution: Replace the faulty door latch sensor.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Liftgate Strut Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The rear liftgate will not stay open on its own and falls down. This is caused by worn liftgate struts (also called gas springs).
  • Solution: Replace the liftgate struts.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $300
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Sunroof Issues
  • Description/Symptoms: The sunroof may become stuck, make unusual noises, or leak. This can be caused by a faulty motor, damaged tracks, or clogged drain tubes.
  • Solution: Repair or replace the sunroof motor, tracks, or clear the drain tubes.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $800+
  • Recalls: None Found
• HVAC Blend Door Actuator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The HVAC system blows hot or cold air on one side of the vehicle while blowing the opposite temperature on the other side. Or the HVAC system may not blow any air at all. This is caused by a faulty blend door actuator.
  • Solution: Replace the faulty blend door actuator.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $400
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2008 Ford Edge has some common issues that potential buyers should be aware of. Engine problems, particularly water pump failure on the 3.5L V6, can be costly to repair. Transmission issues like torque converter failure are also relatively common. Electrical glitches and sunroof issues are also fairly common issues. While some repairs are relatively inexpensive, others can be quite significant, so a thorough inspection before purchase is highly recommended.