NHTSA Complaint #11682970 — 2018 FORD ESCAPE

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the contact observed smoke and coolant. The check engine warning light illuminated, and the message "High Engine Temperature - Stop Safely" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who retrieved DTC: P0303-28 (Cylinder #3 misfire) and P0316-28. The mechanic informed the contact that the coolant level was low, and the short block needed to be replaced. The vehicle received unknown repairs. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred within one week. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion into the engine, and the short block needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact was then informed that the turbo needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 87,742.