NHTSA Complaint #11619265 — 2019 FORD EDGE

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the temperature gauge moved to the "RED zone" and the vehicle nearly stalled while slowing for a traffic light. The contact stated that the failure recurred, and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was diagnosed, and the mechanic determined that there was coolant intrusion into the engine block. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact researched online and related the failure to TSB Number: 19-2346 Coolant in Cylinders (Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.