NHTSA Complaint #11506204 — 2013 FORD EDGE

The contact called on behalf of a customer who owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who noticed that there was an abnormal hissing noise detected when the brake pedal was depressed. While driving, the vehicle was hesitating. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The mechanic informed the consumer that the brake booster needed to be replaced. The local dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 105,607.