# Ford Edge traction control light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 21 - **Most complaints:** 2015 (8) - **Related recalls:** 1 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 21 owner complaints about the traction control light on the Ford Edge (2015-2026 models), most for the **2015** model year (8). There is **1 recall** for related parts; check yours by VIN. Drive to a shop this week: Yes, a car with a steady traction control light is safe to drive with extra care, since your normal brakes and steering still work. ## Ford Edge traction control light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the traction control light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 8 | 731 | 1% | | 2016 | 7 | 927 | 1% | | 2017 | 3 | 1379 | 0% | | 2018 | 1 | 849 | 0% | | 2022 | 2 | 135 | 1% | Counts are complaints filed with NHTSA whose description mentions this light. They show where owners have had trouble, not a failure rate: popular years collect more complaints simply because more cars are on the road. ## Ford Edge recalls related to the traction control light **[16V733000](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V733000)** (2015-2016 models, reported 2016-10-12): If the operator is not warned of an ABS or ESC malfunction and the ESC loses engine torque control, there would be an increased risk of a crash. **Remedy:** Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS module, and update the service software, free of charge. The recall begin November 22, 2016. Recall repairs are free at any Ford dealer. Enter your 17-character VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see whether yours is still open. ## What Ford Edge owners report - "I'm getting warning lights on the dash that indicated that ABS, traction control, cruise control and collision mitigation are inoperable. The dealership service dept. had the vehicle for over 2 weeks trying to diagnose the problem in conjunction with Ford engineers. they finally determined the the issue was a bad..." -- owner of a 2022 Ford Edge, complaint filed 2022 - "The traction control warning light was illuminated, and the message "No Hill Start Assist" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the rack and pinion system had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the rack and pinion was previously replaced;..." -- owner of a 2018 Ford Edge, complaint filed 2024 - ""steering assist fault - service required" "service advance trac" - dashboard icon "stability control off" - dashboard icon... These warnings are on everytime I drive the car.. This started and first happened in mid feb. 2020. It happened when I was backing out of a parking space. After a few feet it sort of..." -- owner of a 2017 Ford Edge, complaint filed 2020 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the traction control light means A flashing traction control light is normal: it means the system is cutting power or braking a wheel to stop it from spinning on a slippery surface. A light that stays on means traction or stability control is turned off or has a fault, often a wheel speed sensor that also triggers the ABS light. The car drives normally, but it is easier to skid. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **System switched off** (common) 2. **Failed wheel speed sensor** (common) 3. **Engine fault disabling the system** (common) 4. **Steering angle sensor needs calibration** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [Traction control light](/warning-lights/traction-control). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Ford Edge traction control light? Yes. NHTSA lists 1 related recall (16V733000) covering 2015-2016 models. Recall repairs are free; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is open. ### Which Ford Edge years have the most traction control light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2015, 2016 and 2017 Edge model years have the most complaints mentioning the traction control light, with 8 for 2015. Complaint counts reflect how many cars were sold as well as how often problems happen. ### Is it safe to drive a Ford Edge with the traction control light on? Drive to a shop this week. Yes, a car with a steady traction control light is safe to drive with extra care, since your normal brakes and steering still work. Slow down in rain, snow or ice, and get it checked soon if the ABS or red brake light is also on. ### How do I check if my Ford Edge has an open recall? Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Ford dealer. Open recalls are fixed free of charge, even if you are not the first owner. ## Sources - [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis) - [NHTSA: Check for recalls by VIN](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ## Other Ford Edge warning lights - [ABS warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/ford-edge): 10 complaints - [Airbag (SRS) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/ford-edge): 22 complaints - [Battery (charging system) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/battery/ford-edge): 5 complaints - [Brake warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/ford-edge): 106 complaints - [Check engine light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/check-engine/ford-edge): 1380 complaints - [Coolant temperature warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/ford-edge): 752 complaints - [Power steering warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/ford-edge): 130 complaints ## Traction control light on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ram-1500): 372 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-silverado): 337 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-wrangler): 247 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/gmc-sierra): 180 complaints - [Chevrolet Traverse](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-traverse): 133 complaints - [Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-grand-cherokee): 132 complaints - [Chevrolet Colorado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-colorado): 128 complaints - [Chevrolet Malibu](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-malibu): 110 complaints - [Jeep Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-cherokee): 92 complaints - [Ford Explorer](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ford-explorer): 81 complaints ## Ford Edge - [Ford Edge specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/ford-edge) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/ford-edge Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.