2019 FORD FLEX Engine Problems
3 NHTSA complaints on file
Engine Issues in the 2019 FORD FLEX
3 engine complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 FORD FLEX. Of these, 0 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 0 resulted in injury.
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Complaints
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Crashes
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Fires
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Injuries
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Deaths
All Engine Complaints
I am submitting a formal complaint regarding multiple premature and potentially safety-related failures on my 2019 Ford Flex, purchased new on 11/25/2019. These include: ⚠️ 1. Rear Suspension / Rear Toe Link Concern Although my vehicle is not included in Ford’s rear toe link recall (20S62), it is experiencing the same symptoms: Rear-end instability and drifting Uneven or premature rear tire wear Clunking or loose feeling from the rear suspension I have an appointment scheduled for August 6, 2025 to inspect the rear toe bar links, as I suspect they are defective or misaligned — the exact condition the recall addresses. 💧 2. Water Pump Failure The engine water pump failed before 100,000 miles, requiring a full replacement. This is a known issue in several Ford engines, and repair was required out-of-pocket despite the vehicle being well maintained. 🚗 3. Exterior Trim Detachment Multiple exterior trim pieces detached from the...
Coolant Intrusion - Water pump leaked inside the engine, causing engine failure. The engine has to be replaced. This has been a known problem with this model and has been fixed/covered by the warranty.
The water pump and timing cover gaskets are faulty. The water pump is internal and causes major engine malfunction when it breaks.
Other 2019 FORD FLEX Problem Areas
Back Over Prevention
69 complaints
Unknown Or Other
40 complaints
Electrical System
18 complaints
Back Over Prevention Sensing System Camera
16 complaints
Structure
15 complaints
Structurebody
11 complaints
Back Over Prevention Warnings
10 complaints
Visibilitywiper
7 complaints
Back Over Prevention Rearview System Braking
6 complaints
Suspension
5 complaints
Lane Departure Blind Spot Detection
3 complaints
Air Bags
2 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling
2 complaints
Power Train
2 complaints
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
1 complaint
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
1 complaint
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgate
1 complaint
Tires
1 complaint
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
1 complaint
Wheels
1 complaint