Recall 25V544 covers 499,129 2015-2018 Ford Edge and Lincoln Mkx vehicles with leaking rear brake jounce hoses. Repair will be free.
Ford is recalling 499,129 2015-2018 Edge and Lincoln Mkx vehicles because the rear brake jounce hose can rupture and leak brake fluid. A leak can lengthen stopping distance and raise crash risk, and the Ford dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The right rear brake hose on affected 2015-2018 Edge and Mkx vehicles is a flexible line that carries brake fluid to the rear brake circuit as the suspension moves. When you press the brake pedal, hydraulic pressure travels through this hose so the rear brakes can help slow the vehicle. The hose has to bend with the wheel and suspension without splitting or leaking.
On these vehicles, the rear brake jounce hose can rupture and leak brake fluid. Ford has not fully determined the root cause, but it reported fewer repairs after changing the hose's inner and outer braid material from Polyvinyl Alcohol to Polyethylene Terephthalate. If the hose leaks, fluid pressure in that part of the brake system drops, which changes pedal feel and reduces braking performance.
The warning signs are a brake pedal that feels different or travels farther than normal. The red brake fluid warning light will also illuminate when the fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir reaches the specified level.
Who's affected?
Covers Edge and Mkx SUVs across the 2015-2018 model years, all tied to the same right rear hydraulic brake hose.
| 2016 Ford Edge | hydraulic brake hose |
|---|---|
| 2017 Ford Edge | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2018 Ford Edge | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2016 Lincoln Mkx | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2017 Lincoln Mkx | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2018 Lincoln Mkx | hydraulic brake hose |
| 2015 Ford Edge | hydraulic brake hose |
| Units affected | 499,129 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 80 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?
A brake fluid leak can lengthen stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Watch for a change in brake pedal feel or travel, and for the red brake fluid warning light. If either appears, pull over where safe and call a Ford dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2018 Ford Edge or Lincoln Mkx is included in this recall.
- Wait for Ford's remedy letter before scheduling the final dealer repair; the free repair is still under development.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer after the remedy opens to schedule the rear brake jounce-hose inspection, adjustment, or replacement that fixes the brake-fluid leak risk.
- Call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 with questions, and reference recall number 25V544 (Ford recall 25S87).
- Bring the interim owner letter or recall notice to the dealer when the repair is available.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and schedule service promptly after Ford opens the remedy.
What happens at the repair
Ford has not opened the final remedy for this recall yet. Once it is available, the dealer repair will be free. At the dealer, a Ford technician will inspect the rear brake jounce hoses, replace damaged hoses, and adjust hoses with no damage so they are routed correctly. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Ford is using its general reimbursement plan on file, so owners who already paid out of pocket for a brake jounce hose repair can contact Ford customer service about documented reimbursement for campaign 25V544.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 22, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 25, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| August 25, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 25, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| September 8, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V544?
Recall 25V544 covers 499,129 2015-2018 Ford Edge and Lincoln Mkx vehicles with rear brake jounce hoses that can rupture and leak brake fluid. A leak can increase stopping distance and crash risk. Ford will inspect, adjust, and replace affected hoses for free once the remedy is available.
What should I do if my 2015-2018 Ford Edge or Lincoln Mkx is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V544. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer and ask about the brake jounce hose inspection and remedy timing. Reference Ford recall number 25S87 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Ford dealers will inspect the rear brake jounce hoses, replace damaged hoses, and adjust hoses with no damage present free of charge once the remedy is open.
Is it safe to drive my Ford Edge or Lincoln Mkx before the repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The safety risk is a brake fluid leak that can extend stopping distance and increase crash risk. If you see a brake warning light, notice lower brake fluid, or feel reduced braking, stop driving and call the dealer.
When will Ford notify owners about recall 25V544?
Ford mailed interim owner letters on September 8, 2025, to explain the safety risk. Ford will send additional letters once the remedy is available. Used-vehicle owners still qualify for the free recall repair, so the VIN check matters even if no letter arrived.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V544000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V544 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V544000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →