Software affecting stability control/fmvss 126,135
Defect Summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 ford edge vehicles manufactured february 9, 2015, to august 12, 2016. during dealer servicing, the affected vehicles may be have been updated with incorrect antilock brake system (abs) and electronic stability control (esc) software. this software can cause the esc system to lose engine torque control, and not provide any warning lamps to warn the driver if there was an abs or esc system malfunction. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 126, "electronic stability control systems" and number 135, "light vehicle brake systems."
Safety Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 16c14.
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FAQ: Recall 16V733000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V733000?
NHTSA recall 16V733000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on October 12, 2016. It addresses: Software affecting stability control/fmvss 126,135. The recall affects approximately 53 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V733000 or the manufacturer campaign number 16C14. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.