NHTSA Complaint #11581792 — 2019 FORD FUSION

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure recurred when the vehicle was started, and the vehicle jumped and then began to rock up and down. The vehicle was taken to the same independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a spark plug, and ignition coil failure. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred and was taken to the same independent mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The independent mechanic recommended that the vehicle be taken to the dealer for assistance. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion into the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact discovered Technical Service Bulletin: 19-2208; however, the warranty had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 101,000.