NHTSA Complaint #11640631 — 2014 FORD ESCAPE ENGINE

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11640631
Vehicle	2014 FORD ESCAPE
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	August 9, 2024
Date Filed	February 4, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	ID

Consumer Description

Engine has antifreeze leak. (white smoke and bad smell noticed in [XXX] On August 9th, Ford Motor stated that I need a new engine due to antifreeze leak. $9,999.00 is what they quoted me for a new engine. The car has sat for months since August. I do not have $9,999.00 for a new engine. Per other recall information on the same type of vehicle and engine. The engine could catch on fire. Yes, diagnosed and confirmed by Ford Motor Auto Ranch, Ontario Oregon on 8/9/2024. No, the vehicle has not been inspected by police or insurance. No, there has not been any warning lamps or messages. Any and all help is very welcome. I do not have the money for a new engine and have to rend a car for my medical appointments. I now get a ride to my job daily. Please help me, thank you, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

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