NHTSA Complaint #11479638 — 2021 FORD BRONCO SPORT

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11479638
Vehicle	2021 FORD BRONCO SPORT
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	August 16, 2022
Date Filed	August 16, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NM

Consumer Description

Catastrophic engine failure 16 AUG 2022. Ford Bronco Sport with the 2.7 engine, some 2,800 miles, towed to repair facility Austin TX, can be inspected there, notify for details. Safety of all at risk, car in "deep sleep" with no warning, fortunately not yet on interstate highway from residential/small business area. Multiple warning signals appeared in vehicle only as engine in death throes. This problem, we find, is now under investigation by the NHTSA. No information on fix by Ford but appears to require full engine replacement under warranty. Inspection underway today at non-Ford repair facility. Note: Vehicle operated by New Mexico owner's adult daughter in Austin TX.

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