NHTSA Complaint #11487659 — 2015 FORD EDGE

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 35-40 MPH, the coolant warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving. The vehicle was taken to a local Pep Boys Auto Parts and the coolant reservoir was refilled. However, the failure reoccurred while driving with a message was displayed indicating that the engine power was reduced to prevent a failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that cylinder #3 was misfiring; and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that they could not assist as the vehicle was out of warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.