NHTSA Complaint #11590372 — 2017 FORD EDGE

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the check engine warning light had illuminated and while attempting to decelerate, the vehicle started shaking and then stalled. The contact made several attempts to restart the vehicle and regain power. The failure had become more persistent. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the radiator coolant was leaking into the combustion chambers. The mechanic referred the contact to the dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the diagnosis was confirmed, and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and filed a case. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to file a complaint. The failure mileage was 70,000.