NHTSA Complaint #11595670 — 2017 FORD EDGE

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated upon the depression of the accelerator pedal. In addition, the contact stated there was a cloud of heavy white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe upon starting the vehicle. The contact initially called a local dealer and was informed that the vehicle could not be seen for two weeks before a diagnostic test could be performed. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic where a diagnostic test was performed and a tune-up was performed on the vehicle. Despite the repair, the check engine light returned to the instrument panel. A mobile, Ford mechanic arrived at the residence to perform various recall repairs to the vehicle and the contact described the issues experienced with the vehicle. The mechanic stated that there was possibly a coolant intrusion into an engine cylinder. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.