2015 Ford Edge: Died while driving
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2015 Edge report: died while driving. CarComplaints.com lists 21 owner complaints, average mileage 17,450 miles.
NHTSA has 213 owner complaints for the 2015 Edge in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11772570 (filed 10/20/2026): “Oil pan was replaced with dorman 264-793 engine oil pan which claims to be :product details top highlights upgraded repair - this lower engine oil pan is made of high-pressure diecast aluminum and is more resistant to cracks and leaks caused by heat, warping …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11770958 (filed 10/13/2026): “Vehicle: 2015 ford edge with 2.0 liter ecoboost engine. ref: dp26008 while driving, the "engine coolant over temperature" warning came on and the temperature level spiked and the check engine lights came on. engine began to run really rough. at the time, i was…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace electronic throttle body (8 reports) replaced throttle body and motor (4 reports) new engine needed (1 reports) replaced an intake vct solenoid (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
Estimated repair cost: electronic throttle body replacement
Average shop cost
$120
Range $50–$210 (labor)
0.5–1.5 h × $100–$139/h estimated shop labor rate
Parts not included.
Average mobile mechanic cost
$180
Range $75–$315 (labor)
Shop labor × 1.5 (mobile convenience premium)
Parts not included.
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Same repair on other models: 2011 Ford Escape: Complete loss of throttle response · 2014 Jeep Compass: Electronic throttle control faulty · 2017 Ford Expedition: Throttle body faulty
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