NHTSA Complaint #11626766 — 2018 FORD ECOSPORT

The contact owns a 2018 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The message that there was “No Oil Pressure” was displayed. The vehicle decelerated and stalled. The vehicle was restarted but failed to accelerate above 20 MPH. The contact pulled over safely. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump had failed, and the engine needed to be replaced. After the engine replacement, the mechanic informed the contact that there was engine oil leaking onto the ignition coil. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer informed the contact that the additional repairs would be an out-of-pocket expense. The manufacturer was contacted, and opened a case, but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 91,000.