Recall 16V733 affects 53 2015-2016 Ford Edge vehicles with incorrect ABS and ESC software. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 53 2015-2016 Edge SUVs because dealer-installed ABS and ESC software can leave drivers without warning lamps for brake or stability-control malfunctions and can cause the ESC system to lose engine torque control. That raises the risk of a crash, and the Ford dealer repair will be free once Ford makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The ABS and electronic stability control systems on 2015-2016 Ford Edge vehicles use software inside the brake control module to manage braking help and stability functions. ABS helps keep wheels from locking during hard braking, while ESC helps the vehicle stay on its intended path by adjusting braking and engine torque when it detects a loss of stability.
In affected Edge vehicles, a dealer service update loaded the wrong ABS and ESC software file into the module. That incorrect file came through the service software system, so the issue is tied to vehicles that were serviced and received that update. With the wrong software installed, ESC loses engine torque control, and warning lamps fail to alert the driver when an ABS or ESC fault is present.
The warning sign is tied to the parking brake indicator. When the electronic parking brake is applied, the brake system warning lamp does not illuminate. ABS and electronic brake distribution remain functional, and the electronic parking brake still applies.
Who's affected?
Both model years list the same two component areas: electronic stability control and the hydraulic brake system.
| 2015 Ford Edge | Electronic stability control (esc) |
|---|---|
| 2015 Ford Edge | hydraulic brake system |
| 2016 Ford Edge | Electronic stability control (esc) |
| 2016 Ford Edge | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 53 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An ABS or ESC malfunction without a warning can leave the driver unaware that stability control has lost engine torque control, increasing crash risk. The Brake System warning lamp does not illuminate when the EPB is applied. Confirm your VIN and arrange service when the repair is available. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Ford Edge is included in this recall.
- Watch for Ford's owner letter if you have not received one.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer and ask when the free ABS module replacement and service software update that corrects the ABS and ESC warning and torque-control problem will open.
- Bring the recall notice if Ford has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V733 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and ask the dealer what to do if an ABS or ESC warning appears.
What happens at the repair
Ford's planned dealer repair is to replace the ABS module and update the service software. Once the repair is available, a Ford technician will complete that work at no charge, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Ford has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid out of pocket for a related ABS or ESC repair before the recall notice. Keep repair documentation and ask Ford customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 10, 2016 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| October 10, 2016 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 12, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
| November 22, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 28, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V733?
Recall 16V733 covers 53 2015-2016 Ford Edge vehicles with incorrect ABS and ESC software installed during dealer service. The software can remove ESC engine torque control and fail to show warning lamps for ABS or ESC malfunctions, increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Ford Edge is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Edge is included in recall 16V733. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer and reference Ford recall number 16C14. Ford dealers replace the ABS module and update the service software free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Ford dealers replace the ABS module and update the service software free of charge for vehicles included in recall 16V733.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced warning and stability-control protection. If the ABS or ESC system malfunctions, the driver will not get the expected warning lamps, and the ESC system can lose engine torque control. That increases the risk of a crash.
What warning signs should I watch for?
There is no reliable warning lamp for the ABS or ESC malfunction described in this recall. The defect involves incorrect software that fails to alert the driver when those systems malfunction, so the VIN check decides whether your Edge needs the dealer repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V733000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V733 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V733000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →