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I have a problem with a 2016 Ford Edge with the V6 3.5 SE It's actually my daughter's car, and she has been battling this charging light for about three years. Every time she has been over at our place, I checked the charge, and it reads 14.5 volts with the warning light on, and of course, the engine running. I bought a new OEM alternator and had a local garage fit it, still the same. I also asked the garage to check out the CCT. They said it could be the ECM, and so I asked them to change it, and that was done. And guess what, the fault is still there. im at a loss. Can anyone help me, please?  

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From the 10 Oct 2025 Recall Report NHTSA: The vehicle may not emit pedestrian warning sounds in certain instances where there is an error in the audio processing software and the vehicle is driven below 30 kph in electric mode. This condition can occur randomly without input from the driver.   Nautilus Hybrid Production Dates: Apr 04, 2023 - Sep 23, 2025; Number of potentially involved: 31,362 Ford Explorer Police Hybrid Production Dates: Dec 08, 2023 - Sep 26, 2025; Number of potentially involved: 12,076   Description of Safety Risk If the vehicle does not emit pedestrian warning sounds while being driven in electric mode below 30kph, pedestrians may not be able to determine by sound whether there is an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury to pedestrians.   Description of the Cause Software-related faults in the Audio System, specifically within the Digital Signal Processor (DSP) or the Audio Control Module (ACM), may lead to loss of pedestrian alert sounds.   Identification of Any Warning That May Occur The driver may observe a message on the Instrument Panel Cluster stating "Pedestrian Sounder Fault. Service Now".   Planned Dealer Notification Date:  Oct 10, 2025 - Oct 10, 2025   Planned Remedy Owner Notification Date:  Nov 10, 2025 - Nov 14, 2025   From the Advance Notice to Dealers: SERVICE ACTION  DO NOT DEMONSTRATE OR DELIVER any new in-stock vehicles involved in this safety recall. For  new vehicle storage guidelines, refer to EFC13033, Storage Guidelines for New Vehicles.  A complete Dealer Bulletin will be provided to dealers the Fourth Quarter of 2025 when it is  anticipated that a remedy including repair instructions will be available to support this safety  recall.  IMPORTANT: Dealers should open a Repair Order (RO) only when a full dealer bulletin is  published. Opening an RO against an Awareness or Advance Notice will result in warranty  rejections against a recall.  OWNER NOTIFICATION  Owners of record will be notified via first-class mail after remedy availability including repair  instructions have been provided to dealers.  PLEASE NOTE:  Federal law requires dealers to complete this recall service before a new vehicle is delivered to  the buyer or lessee. Violation of this requirement by a dealer could result in a civil penalty of  up to $27,168 per vehicle. Correct all vehicles in your new vehicle inventory prior to delivery. DEALER-OPERATED RENTAL VEHICLES  The Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act law effective June 2016 prohibits a rental  company from selling, renting or leasing vehicles subject to a safety recall. Please consult your legal  counsel for legal advice.    Attachments: RCLRPT-25V691-9732 - The initial report to NHTSA RCMN-25V691-6430 - The Advance Notice to Dealers RCLRPT-25V691-9732.pdf RCMN-25V691-6430.pdf

Hi all,  and thank you for chiming in. It looks like wet silicone and on the photo is a tree leaf that I can insert the stem into the gasket and then it leaves a hole in it.  No, I am not cleaning the window with anything unusual, only car soap by hand or when I go to car wash. I have had other cars before, my family owns different brands and only the Edge is with melting seal. Today I was surprised with a quote from a dealership $1000 plus taxes because the entire 🤯window has to be replaced since the gasket is glued to the window. I asked for assistance from Ford and I was told NOOOOOO. My car has less than 37K miles and has 3y 10m and it is falling apart. The initial issue that I went to the dealership was faulty Gateway module  and for it I was quoted $2849+ taxes. The window gasket is the secondary issue. I guess I hit the jackpot. NEVER again I will be buying Ford

I have the same issue with my 09, I have replaced injectors with 1A auto injectors new MAF, new evap solenoid, seems like I have gone through it all, smoked the vacuum lines and the evap system. I would like to know if you find the answer. Same codes both banks too rich.  

I have pretty sure the dealership overfilled my transmission, I have soaked up fluid off the top of it in the cavities the past 4 days after driving it.  There is fresh fluid around the fill/vent cap also.  Waiting for them to get me a loaner lined up so I can get it in.  

Luckily I have not had to deal with Best Ford (a bit too far out of my way) but have heard mixed reviews, leaning towards "Worst Ford". I have written off Autofair (all locations) in Manchester, both sales and service. In fact, I have written off ALL the dealerships in Manchester.  I have been dealing with Grappone (Concord) and Portsmouth Ford for service.

Personally I would never use anything but OEM. Period.   I talked with my independent mechanic about this a month ago. What he does, cost, loaner, etc. He said he drops the sub frame to change the water pump.    While the engine is out he also changes the timing chain, tensioners & chain guides (comes as a kit), plugs, coil packs, serpentine belt and tensioner, camshaft position sensors &  camshaft actuators.   Think there was one or two more items, but can't remember. Basically anything he can easily get to while the engine was out and is known to fail.   I mentioned the transmission OSS, etc & he said he does not touch anything on the transmission; unless its a problem.   Change all fluids of course: oil, transmission,  steering, brake and coolant. Change air cleaner.    Clean throttle body, MAF & EGR.   Though inspection of all suspension and steering components.    Most of the engines this mechanic works on are over 150k so you could afford to be conservative due to your milage.)   But ...! ALL PARTS ARE MOTORCRAFT.      .    

I apologize for my last message being off-topic. I also need the part number (and what it looks like) of the last part. I need to replace the headliner soon and will need the clips that hold it in place. Can you give me the part number for the clips?

Thank you guys !