Issue ID | 1387022 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11001167 |
Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
Brand | FORD |
Model | EDGE |
Model Year | 2014 |
File date | 18/06/17 |
Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | When driving at highway speeds (65 mph+) with cruise control enabled, if i pass an 18 wheeler, the car will suddenly jam on the brakes and decelerate from my current speed down below 55 mph. This happens in less then 3 seconds. There is no one in front of me - it is a clear straightaway. If i step on the gas the car will speed up and i'll pass the truck. At that point the cruise control will operate normally - until i pass another truck. This doesn't happen all then time. Maybe 20%. It seems to happen with tall tractor trailers more then normal trucks. Aside from the sudden stopping issue, the real problem is that cars behind me see that i am stopping for no apparent reason and if they're not paying attention they'll run right into the back of my car. This has been a day 1 problem - i bought the car new in 2014. I am adding my complaint to others who have reported this same issue. Fords response - pay $3000 to have your car fixed. This is a safety issue and there ought to be a recall to get it fixed. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 60000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | DAHLONEGA, GA |
VIN pattern | 2FMDK4KC0EBXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 70 |
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