NHTSA Complaint #11680888 — 2019 FORD EDGE

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the transmission shuddered until accelerating to 50 MPH, and then the vehicle drove as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact referenced an undisclosed recall however, the VIN was not under recall. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 62,500.