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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 2FMDK4JC1DBC49290 · Checked Aug 20, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 36

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2FMDK4JC1DB•••••• 2013 Ford EDGE

This build draws 2.8× more complaints than the average 2013 Ford EDGE build (36 vs 13).

36on this build
2223on the model
171builds in total
Most reported Electrical System 15 Service Brakes 7 Power Train 4 Latches/locks/linkages 3

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Unknown Or Other Jul 2025
The rear back up camera image is inverted. I see that the 2015-2018s were recalled but this is also happening with the 2013s
Service Brakes Jun 2025
The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with ABS module failure. The contact was informed that the ABS module…
Electrical System May 2025
Last week my back up camera said there was a system error and only works sometimes now. I almost hit somebody because it started showing it was working and then it went black and then wouldn’t work again. I also have a video where it starts to show me backing up and then cuts…
Power Train Jan 2024
Put car in for regular service, and to investigate burning smell and transmission slippage. Mechanic found that the Power Transfer Unit (PTU) was completely filled with a paste-like sludge. (he has pictures) Mechanic says that the PTU is too close to the catalytic converter,…
Back Over Prevention Jan 2022
Rear backup camera failure. Sometimes it is upside down, sometimes it is right side up and sometimes it is blank and sometimes show only black screen with verticals lines
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 2FMDK4JC1DBC49290 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.