NHTSA Complaint #11423647 — 2017 FORD EDGE

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving to her destination. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the engine to be replaced. The contact also took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was also informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer and the engine was replaced. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 69,000. The consumer stated she was told not to drive the vehicle anymore due to the fact the engine might freeze up and spent $5400 to have the engine repaired.