NHTSA Complaint #11586361 — 2019 FORD EDGE

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the coolant malfunction warning light illuminated, and the vehicle started shaking uncontrollably. The contact was able to pull into a parking garage and parked the vehicle. The contact attempted to start the vehicle later the same day, and the vehicle started shaking again. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a blown head gasket and an unrepairable engine. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed back to the residence. The contact called the dealer and was informed to bring the vehicle to the dealer. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, and it was confirmed that the head gasket was blown. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.