NHTSA Complaint #11681714 — 2017 FORD ESCAPE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11681714
Vehicle	2017 FORD ESCAPE
Component	ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Date of Incident	August 19, 2025
Date Filed	August 19, 2025
Mileage	73,400 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MO

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 65 MPH, the message "Engine Overheating - Please Pull Over" was displayed, and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the engine was faulty due to coolant intrusion, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 73,400.

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