NHTSA Complaint #11612525 — 2018 FORD FUSION ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11612525
Vehicle	2018 FORD FUSION
Component	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Date of Incident	August 7, 2024
Date Filed	September 4, 2024
Mileage	97,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	FL

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving 45-50 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the head gasket was blown. The dealer determined that the engine block needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic, where the engine was replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 97,000.

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