NHTSA Complaint #11690446 — 2013 FORD C-MAX

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11690446
Vehicle	2013 FORD C-MAX
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	September 29, 2025
Date Filed	September 29, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	IL

Consumer Description

Engine light came on. Mechanic said 2 codes showed up. One for low coolant, another for engine misfiring. The misfiring code had come on several times in past and spark plugs were replaced. Upon inspection was told the engine block is cracked due to faulty design. I will need a new engine!

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