The contact owns 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle loss motive power while depressing the accelerator pedal. The RPM was redlined. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was shifted to park however, the instrument panel indicated that hill start assist was not available. In addition, the rear lights remained illuminated without depressing the brake pedal. The contact disconnected the battery for the rear lights to turn off. The contact had a certified mechanic to look at the vehicle and was informed that the throttle body surged causing the failure. The contact called tallahassee Ford (243 N magnolia dr, tallahassee, fl 32301) and was informed that the vehicle was not included in the manufacturer field service action: 13N03 (throttle body extended coverage). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed. The failure mileage was approximately 128,000.

- Brinson, GA, USA

We have now experienced the identical defect in the engine in this car two times. Coolant is leaking into the engine causing it to fail the first time and now triggering check engine lights that the dealership states will require the engine to be replaced again meaning it will be the third engine in a 5 year old car with 55000 miles. The first issue occurred in April 2019. The car engine stopped while being driven on a Suburban parkway creating a dangerous situation to pull out of traffic. It needed to be towed to dealership. The engine had burned off all the coolant and when tested the dealership stated coolant was leaking into the engine and it would need to be replaced. There were 41,000 miles on the car so the engine replacement was covered by warranty. Since then we have driven the car 14,000 miles in 18 months on the new engine that was replaced. In September of 2020 the check engine light came on while driving on the highway. We took it to a auto parts store to download the code for the check engine light. It was P0300, an engine misfire. We took to a local shop to check it out. He diagnosed the same issue. He found coolant in cylinder 1 and it was 1/2 gallon short of coolant. He stated this is known issue and engine would need to be replaced. I shared it had already been replaced and he recommended taking it back to dealer that did work. I drove it to dealer and they confirmed the same issue with coolant in the engine and it would need to be replaced. This time, it's not under warranty so we will have to buy a new engine for $5K. I have requested Ford stand behind the replacement engine with 14,000 miles on it only to be told no, the new engine isn't covered. The car has 55,500 miles on it currently.

- Overland Park, KS, USA

Engine coolant is being consumed by the engine leading to unsafe engine overheating. This internal leak occurs during all driving situations.

- Saco, ME, USA

Engine starting rough then evening out. Took to dealership. Was told that coolant was leaking into cylinder making for initial rough idle. Service bulletin says to replace engine. We had them tear down the engine to confirm it was not a head gasket. Results negative. So, had the engine replaced for $6800

- The Dalles, OR, USA

Engine ran rough on start up, check engine light came on, took car to Ford dealer who told me coolant was leaking into #3 cylinder and engine would need replaced, mileage on car is 64,441. It looks like Ford has a manufacturing defect in this 1.5 engine as my problem is not a isolated problem.

- Ashtabula, OH, USA

In Aug 2020 the check engine light came on in my 2015 Ford Fusion after it started rough. I brought it to the Ford dealership for service. They said the spark plugs and coils should be replaced (check engine code was P0303, cylinder misfire). A month later the same issue occurred again. Called the dealership and the service mgr said 'oh, there have been problems with the Fusion ecoboost engines. Coolant leaks into the cylinders and damages them. He said the design of the engine block has score grooves between the cylinders eventually causing the leak and corrosion to start. He then proceeded to inform me that the long block and head gasket would need to be replaced and the starting cost would $5,000+. but likely closer to $7000. Further he said Ford was aware of the issue but not recalling or covering the replacement cost. He said he had 8 other vehicles on the lot needing the same repair and even if they had the parts in stock, which they don't and it would take some time to get them, if would be 6 weeks to complete the repair. The replacement would be the entire engine which Ford has corrected the issue and removed the scored grooves. I have maintained my Fusion with the same Ford dealership and had all routine maintenance and care done there. This engine issue was there at the time it was manufactured and was a time bomb. I should not have to incur the expense or financial loss to replace the engine. If left unrepaired the engine will eventually cease and depending on where that occurs could be dangerous to me and surrounding drivers. I have parked my vehicle for now until the service manager lets me know what Ford will do, if anything. He said they might give me some help but I would have to cover most of the expense!!! I

- La Salle, MI, USA

After 5 years, head gasket leak into cylinder. Ford has acknowledged through several tsb's on this known issue. Ford has put out a customer satisfaction program to change computer setting to prevent this damage from occurring. This covers 2014-2017 Fusion models with 1.5L engines, however they left out some VIN numbers that the didn't think would have this issue. Mine has the exact issue as described in their tsb's and program. They didn't notify everyone which caused the damaged head gasket. They are not offering to warranty their defect and the damage done from that defect.

- Sacramento, CA, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehcile stalled. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer colonial Ford located at 126 federal rd #126, danbury, ct 06811, who diagnosed that engine cylinder #2 was defective, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 126,000. The VIN was not available.

- Brookfield, CT, USA

I have a 2015 Ford Fusion SE ecoboost currently around 76000 miles. About 2 weeks ago the check engine light turned on. The scan had reported a cylinder misfire due for a spark plug change along with a coil change. Made the replacements day after, check engine light was corrected. A week ago it overheated, coolant had disappeared, even after refilling the coolant at max the vehicle wouldn't register the coolant. No movement, not drivable. Got it towed to the nearest Ford dealership. Waited for almost a week for them to diagnose the car, come to find out my car is in need of a new engine. The technician said the coolant was being 'eaten by the engine' and there was no way to find out where in the engine was the leak. 'excessive moisture could cause the engine to combust if driven in this condition'. 'the engine was absorbing the moisture'. what I can't understand is how could this be a common problem in Ford Fusion ecoboost models and not be a manufacturer recall. If car was kept up with maintenance, and never brought up when getting serviced. There's no wear and tear damage it's a manufacture defect. A car engine should not last 5 years from being brand new to basically totaled car.. Ford should provide a recall. This is unacceptable. Even after contacting Ford they mentioned no coverage after 5 year power train warranty.

- Woodburn, OR, USA

The contact called on behalf of his sister who owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while his sister was driving, the vehicle shook violently and stalled without warning. The driver was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed that the new engine needed to be repaired or replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that he went to haag Ford sales Inc (405 E eads pkwy, greendale, in 47025) and was informed that a new engine was needed. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,637.

- Lawrenceburg, IN, USA

Car started leaking coolant in may, but no visible sign of leaking. Car never overheated and kept coolant at appropriate level. Car would occasionally misfire on startup and would have cylinder 1 misfire. One day car began to shake at highway speed and immediately slowed down and left highway. Took to Ford dealership and was told that coolant was leaking into combustion chamber and needed a new engine.

- Tulsa, OK, USA

My 2015 Ford Fusion overheated within 10 minutes of turning it on and driving onto the freeway. The coolant had completely disappeared and the car stopped moving. Even after refilling the coolant, no change in thermostat and still not drivable. Upon getting it towed and getting it delivered to the Ford dealership in town. It took 6 days for the team to diagnose it needed a new engine. The engine itself was eating away the coolant and was containing water/moisture pressure within the engine. Not drivable, and in need of a new engine.

- Woodburn, OR, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving 75 mph, the vehicle decelerated independently. The contact stated overheat and power reduced warning messages were illuminated. The contact parked on the side of the road. The vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was towed to his residence. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer raceway Ford located at 5900 sycamore canyon blvd, riverside, ca 92507, (800) 286-9861, where it was diagnosed with needing the engine to be replaced and the contact was referred to tbs 20-2100. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 74,000.

- 23410 Western Ridge Rd, CA, USA

When I crank my car it starts shaking really bad and missing my check engine light comes on and goes off took it to mechanic and they said it was leaking coolant into cylinder and the motor needs to be replaced. I'm afraid that it's gonna to stop going down the road. I'm a single parent and on a fixed income the cost of a new engine is half of what I owe.

- Vernon, AL, USA

Ford Fusion with 75000 miles. Repair shop just diagnosed my engine issue as a coolant leak into the engine block. This is an ongoing problem with Fusion of this age. Repair cost is a replacement of the engine $8000.

- Sachse, TX, USA

The contact owns 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving at 65 mph then coming to completed stop, the vehicle started vibrating. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle failure reoccurred after the vehicle was turned off and restarted. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that a long block engine needed to be replaced due to coolant leaking to the second cylinder. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (elk grove Ford located at 9645 auto center dr, elk grove, ca 95757) where there it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired as of yet. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and filed a case. The failure mileage was approximately 116,000.

- Elk Grove, CA, USA

Upon numerous rough start ups my Ford Fusion with a 1.5L ecoboost engine, my check engine light illuminated. I scheduled diagnostic service at my preferred Ford dealer and they discovered mis firings in the cylinders. They informed me this is a very common problem with the Ford 1.5L ecoboost engine. There have been multiple tsbs on this issue which requires a new engine rebuild. There already was a recall with the 1.6L ecoboost engine. I was just informed by the dealer that Ford will not cover any expenses related to the repair. The car is a 2015 with 68K miles with all scheduled maintenance performed by Ford. This is disheartening to say the least with a complete product failure.

- Leechburg, PA, USA

Bought my vehicle new 5.5 years ago and has 84,000 miles. Noticed a rumbling coming from the engine and then the check engine light came on. I looked under the hood and saw I was dangerously low on coolant. Took it to the shop and turns out that due to a defect with the 1.5L ecoboost engines, coolant was leaking into the cylinder 3 causing it to misfire. The issue is exactly what is described on the Ford tsb #20-2100. Since I'm just passed my warranty I am now stuck paying for a new engine on a 5.5 year old vehicle.

- Germantown, WI, USA

Ford Fusion 2015 1.5L. Coolant system pressure tested and coolant found leaking into cylinder number 1, due to manufacturing fault. 73,3000 miles on clock. Apparently a new engine is needed. Ford will not cover the cost of the engine replacement until they are forced to. Engine can catch on fire.

- Spring, TX, USA

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the vehicle was running rough with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to parks Ford of gainesville (3333 N. main St, gainesville, fl 32609, (352)372-4251) for a routine maintenance check-up. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated after the vehicle was retrieved. The contact called back the same dealer and scheduled an appointment to have the vehicle diagnosed. The contact was informed that if the check engine warning light was to start flashing that would indicate a severe engine failure. Upon investigation, the contact became aware of a manufacturer communication for water intrusion into the engine on similar vehicles. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 102,000.

- Alachua, FL, USA