NHTSA Complaint #11561864 — 2018 FORD ECOSPORT

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11561864
Vehicle	2018 FORD ECOSPORT
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	July 10, 2023
Date Filed	December 26, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MO

Consumer Description

Engine failure due to known 2018 Ford Ecosport issue: While driving down the road oil pressure pump light flashed on, car slowed down to 30mph and started a ticking noise. Diagnosis: oil pump belt tensioner failed causing no oil pressure subsequently completely destroying the engine, turbo charger and vacuum pump. The Service adviser stated that the Ford company knows the problem with the oil pump tensioner exists, but will not acknowledge the problem. My cost for replacement, repairs and labor is $6,209.08 and not having a vehicle to drive as a mother of two I cannot afford these unexpected expenses on a well maintained vehicle.

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