The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The contact slightly released and then depressed the accelerator pedal to drive as needed. The check engine warning light illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that there was coolant leaking into cylinder #1 causing the engine to fail. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The water pump, reservoir, and ignition coils had been replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact learned of a class action lawsuit for the 2.0 EcoBoost engine failing at approximately 100,000 miles. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer had referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 199,000.

- Gowen, MI, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware that there was coolant leaking from the engine. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 215,467.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the engine was vibrating abnormally. The failure persisted and an abnormal rattling sound started coming from the engine compartment with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact used a code reader and retrieved a DTC code for a misfire in cylinder #1. The contact replaced the spark plugs; however, the failure persisted. Upon investigation, the contact discovered TSB: 22-229, which the contact linked to the failure. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and it was determined that there was a coolant intrusion into cylinder #1. The contact was informed that the engine long block assembly needed to be replaced and the contact was provided an estimate for the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN for the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

- Belle Plaine, MN, USA

The contact owns a owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the check engine warning light was flashing on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the vehicle was losing motive power and was vibrating and shaking abnormally. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was coolant intrusion into the engine block, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the engine had been replaced twice in the past 7 years for the same failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to TSB: 19-2346 Coolant In Cylinders (Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

- Troy, NY, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights were illuminated, and the message that the engine was overheating was displayed. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, turned off, and restarted the vehicle, and smoke came from the exhaust pipe. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the coolant reservoir was empty. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact stated that the failure was caused by coolant intrusion into the engine; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 129,000.

- Fairfield, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that she observed plumes of smoke coming from the exhaust. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the coolant intrusion had damaged the engine. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to Customer Satisfaction Program: 21N12. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 119,000.

- Riverside, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated after refueling the vehicle, she attempted to start the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to restart. The contact stated that she was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the check engine warning light consistently illuminated while starting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the engine was misfiring. The independent mechanic performed an unknown spark plugs repair; however, the failure persisted, and the contact was referred to the dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be rebuilt or replaced. The dealer replaced the long block, turbo assembly, the oil, and the oil filter and the damaged Evap line. The dealer also performed misfire monitoring, cleared the diagnostic codes, added coolant to the vehicle, and performed other unknown repairs. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 93,000.

- Hermitage, TN, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the message "Engine Coolant Over temperature" was displayed. The contact pulled to the side of the road and opened the hood. Upon inspecting the coolant level, the contact noticed that there was no coolant in the vehicle. The contact stated that she added coolant to the coolant reservoir; however, the coolant leaked. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the head gasket had blown up and that the engine needed to be replaced. The mechanic related the failure to Ford TSB Number: 22-2229. The dealer was notified of the failure and provided an estimated fee for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 106,000.

- Nyack, NY, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle hesitated, and lost motive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that coolant intrusion had caused damage to cylinder #1. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related it to Customer Satisfaction Program: 21N12, but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 139,000.

- Phillipsburg, NJ, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the engine power was reduced, and the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The engine power reduced, and lower engine temperature messages were displayed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed by the dealer and confirmed that coolant had leaked into the cylinder. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000. The contact is asking, if we choose to get a loan to replace our engine for approximately $6600, would we be reimbursed if there is a recall?

- Evansville, IN, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated at vehicle start-up. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and the mechanic diagnosed a misfire in cylinder #4 due to coolant intrusion into the engine. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 67,500.

- Denver, CO, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at highway speeds, the engine temperature gauge indicated that the engine was overheating with the check engine warning light illuminated. After adding coolant there was white smoke coming from the exhaust tips. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the coolant had leaked into cylinder #1. The contact was informed that the engine long block needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 114,000.

- Oakland, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that an excessive amount of coolant was leaking from the engine. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the mechanic discovered a white, milky residue on the oil cap. A code reader was used which determined that coolant had leaked into cylinder #3. The contact was informed that the head gasket needed to be replaced. The mechanic notified the dealer and was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The contact called the dealer who claimed to have no knowledge or record of a conversation about the vehicle. The manufacturer was then notified of the failure, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

- Girard, PA, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an abnormal amount of coolant. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that there was coolant leaking into the engine. Additionally, one cylinder needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was instructed to call the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 94,880.

- La Verne, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle or while the vehicle was idling, the engine started to sputter, and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was a misfire in the engine. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that cylinder #3 and #4 were misfiring and the spark plugs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred the following day with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was then taken back to the independent mechanic where a borescope test was performed, and it was diagnosed and determined that the reservoir was consuming an excessive amount of coolant. Additionally, there was a crack in the engine and that the engine needed to be replaced. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was out of warranty and no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000.

- La Crosse, WI, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon start of the vehicle, the engine started to sputter with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer where the vehicle was placed on a code reader; the code reader discovered that coolant had leaked into the engine pistons which damaged the engine long block. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

- Santa Monica, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated, and a message of cylinder #2 misfire was displayed. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who stated that coolant was leaking into the cylinder causing the misfire. The contact was informed that the failure was not covered under the warranty. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case. The approximate failure mileage was 147,410.

- Shawnee, KS, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 35-40 MPH, the coolant warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving. The vehicle was taken to a local Pep Boys Auto Parts and the coolant reservoir was refilled. However, the failure reoccurred while driving with a message was displayed indicating that the engine power was reduced to prevent a failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that cylinder #3 was misfiring; and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that they could not assist as the vehicle was out of warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.

- Belleville, MI, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that after refueling, the vehicle hesitated to start and stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who retrieved codes P456 and P1540. The mechanic stated that the failure was caused by the purge valve assembly. The contact called the local dealer but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 53,000.

- Ontario, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact stated that she had initially noticed oil leaking onto her garage pavement. As the failure persisted, the contact brought the issue to the attention of the dealer who informed her that the defect was related to improper service rendered by the independent mechanic that serviced her oil change. As the failure worsened, the same independent mechanic informed her that the oil leak could potentially lead to a vehicle fire. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who then discovered that an oil leak had leaked from the seals in the reservoir; the vehicle was repaired. The contact also stated that upon start of the vehicle, the engine would vibrate without warning. The contact brought the vehicle to Rowe Auburn (699 Center St, Auburn, ME 042100) where they diagnosed the vehicle with a defective flex plate. The contact discovered that the flex plate had been placed under recall however, her vehicle was not included in the recall. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Lisbon, ME, USA