general problems of the 2017 Ford Escape - part 1

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, an unknown warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a failure in cylinder #3. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was diagnosed with coolant intrusion in cylinder #3. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 74,200.

Coolant leaking into cylinder confirmed by independent mechanic. Unable to clear code p0303. This is a documented problem with this make model with eco-boost engines but Ford claims my car is not included in recall although I do have the eco-boost and make model and year. Need complete engine replace. This is a major engine design problem.

Intermittent misfire of cylinder 1, service engine light is on, coolant level goes low very fast and needs to be added often. White smoke from exhaust.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20–25 mph, the vehicle started shuddering and lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated and flashing. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who determined that there was no compression in cylinder #2. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 109,000.

2017 Ford Escape se. 77,000 miles. Blown head gasket due to coolant leak that Ford was aware of in letter tsv19-2139 but no recall. Cylinder 2 misfire code even after tune up. Today catastrophic overheating with no warning and car went into limp mode at the intersection of hull street and southshore dr. Midlothian va 23112. I reached out to local Ford dealer and to Ford consumer affairs but they are unwilling to repair though there was a a courtesy notice posted that the repair would be free if less than 7 years or under 84,000 miles which my vehicle is. I have joined a class action law suit regarding Fords knowledge of the problem in 2019 and their lack of a preventive recall.

While at a 4 way intersection and red light my car went into extreme temperature overheat and shut down. I was the first car in the line at the red light. When the light turned green I started the vehicle, put on my emergency flashes and had to Dodge other vehicles in limp mode ( 5 mile per hour) across 3 lanes of incoming to make it to a parking lot. This was all caused by the well known and documented coolant intrusion engine defect that Ford has been aware of since 2018 accordingly to their own technical service bulletins. This is an extreme safety hazard and happened to me unexpectedly and without warning. I’m thankful I was not involved in a crash or that I did not cause injury to another driver. This vehicle needs to be recalled immediately before more consumers suffer injuries or death.

Ford has known of a coolant intrusion problem and even issued an extended 7 yr/84k mile warranty for this issue. The car has no issues during that time. I now have to replace the engine on a 9 year old car with only 80k miles on it. Cars engines should last more than 9 years. Ford told me that an engine replacement at 9 years could happen to anyone. There are hundred of complaints online about this known issue. If the engine were to go out on a busy road, it could easily cause an accident.

The engine overheated and went into limp mode while on the busy interstate, we nearly were hit trying to get off the road because we could not keep speed. The car is available for inspection. It has the typical symptoms of the coolant intrusion as acknowledged by Ford in technical service bulletins 19-2139 and 22-2322. These include startup misfires, rapid loss of coolant into the combustion chambers without external leaks, and severe overheating causing the vehicle to enter limp mode. The misfire's are throwing engine codes p0302 (cylinder 2 misfire detected) and p0303 (cylinder 3 misfire detected) this just happened on July 8, 2026 and the car has 105,203 miles.

I am reporting a serious engine failure involving a 2017 Ford Escape se awd 2. 0l ecoboost, VIN [xxx]. The vehicle was purchased in October 2024 as a Ford blue advantage certified vehicle from lithia Ford of boise with approximately 32,000 miles. The vehicle currently has approximately 45,000 miles. In June 2026, the vehicle developed a check engine warning light while being driven in [xxx]. Prior to this event, the vehicle had shown no unusual symptoms, warning signs, or performance issues. The vehicle was inspected by an independent automotive repair facility, meridian automotive in [xxx], and was diagnosed with coolant intrusion requiring replacement of the long block engine assembly. The estimated repair cost is approximately $9,000–$10,000. This is a major engine failure occurring at only 45,000 miles and after approximately 13,000 miles of ownership since purchase. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

On 7/6/26 the car started to rough idle and engine light was coming on/off/on - so we took into the local shop and check for misfiring - mechanic opened up spark plug and scoped and immediately noticed coolant inside the cylinder #1/4. Proceed to call me and note this particular engine they have seen dozens of these issues and the engine block needs to be replaced. TSB was pulled up noting that the engines were defective from a certain period of time and Ford was replacing them. Took to dealer on 7/7/26 and they proceeded to tell me the same issue but this was out of any warranty that Ford would offer. I understand this TSB was issued in 2022 or maybe earlier as I am just gathering information at this time. I do not recall seeing a recall issued for this issue. Is this a known issue to the NHTSA ? why has a recall not been issued or is their a process to have this issued ? are there any class action lawsuits for this engine ? the obvious safety concern is an useable engine, extreme cost to replace and Ford knowing that this engine had some issues early on. The car only has 74,000 miles and I am told Ford will not warranty this. Please provide clarity on known issues and what has or has not been done about it.

In 2020, my vehicle experienced a coolant leak, which caused the engine to overheat and fail. I had the motor replaced at a Ford service center. Today, in July 2026, my vehicle is experiencing the same issue. The coolant intrusion caused the motor to fail. The vehicle had been inspected and serviced by the Ford service center in December of 2025 and has had annual service/inspections since I purchased the vehicle in 2016. Both times, my safety and the safety of other drivers were put at risk. This issue comes on suddenly, with no warning, and has occurred each time going 65mph on the interstate. There is a sudden loss of power/sputtering combined with high engine temperature. There was no warning until the issue became critical and the check engine light began to flash.

Check engine light came on xxx. Engine coolant level was extremely low, shuddering "start" several times the previous week. My 2017 Ford Escape 2. 0l ecoboost turbo engine, with only 38,245 original miles has the well known and documented issue with the 2. 0l ecoboost block with the p0302 misfire code. Numerous TSB's have been issued about this (some are tsp 19-2346 and TSB 22-2229). The engine coolant has intruded into cylinder 2 necessitating a long block engine replacement. This was the formal diagnosis by the Ford service department at my Ford dealership on xxx, after running a cooling system pressure test and a borescope inspection with photos proving coolant is in cylinder 2. I've seen numerous other complaints online and on this website ([xxx]) about this exact issue with the same yr/make/model/engine. Since this is a premature failure of a major powertrain component due to a known factory defect which can cause safety issues, please issue a recall for 2017 Ford Escape cars with the 2. 0l ecoboost turbo engines. This can cause a fire (and has from what I have read) and damage the catalytic converter if driven. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

While driving my 2017 Ford Escape with the 1. 5l ecoboost engine after an oil change, I noticed white smoke coming from the exhaust. Shortly afterward, the check engine light began flashing. I immediately stopped driving the vehicle and had it inspected by an independent repair shop. The shop diagnosed the vehicle with a cracked engine related to coolant intrusion, requiring an engine rebuild estimated at approximately $4,000. The vehicle is currently inoperable and remains at the repair shop awaiting repairs. The vehicle has approximately 84,000 miles. I contacted Ford and opened a customer assistance case requesting goodwill assistance because I understand there have been widespread reports of coolant intrusion and engine failure involving the 1. 5l ecoboost engine. My request was denied. I am submitting this report because I believe a sudden engine failure accompanied by heavy white smoke and a flashing check engine light presents a potential safety concern and may be related to a defect affecting other vehicles with the same engine.

After 95000 miles engine service light came on, dealer service team says it is being caused by coolant intrusion into cylinder 1, the repair is to replace the engine block at a cost of approx. $10,000. The is a lot of information available the indicates the issue is related to a well documented design flaw in the open-deck block design used in the 2017 engine making it prone to stress fractures, erosion or cracking under the high pressure of turbocharging.

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? coolant system coolant is leaking into cylinder #3, causing misfires; head gasket leaking into cylinder. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? unknown has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? confirmed via dealer diagnosis has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? no were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? unknown when the underlying problem first occurred.

My 2017 Ford Escape just alarmed me with a po302 code and it happens to be coolant intrusion. It’s draining coolant levels.

Component: engine / cooling system description of the problem: my 2017 Ford Escape (1. 5l gtdi ecoboost engine, 83,891 miles) has been diagnosed by a Ford-authorized dealer (apple Ford white bear lake, ro# 157692) with coolant intrusion into the engine cylinders. The dealer reports white/blue exhaust smoke on cold starts that dissipates after 10-20 seconds, and has recommended full short block replacement at an estimated cost of approximately $10,000. This is the exact condition addressed by Ford's own customer satisfaction program 21n12 (certain 2017-2019 model year fusion and Escape vehicles equipped with a 1. 5l gtdi engine, short block replacement after coolant intrusion), issued June 9, 2022. That program acknowledges the 1. 5l ecoboost engine in this vehicle range may exhibit coolant intrusion into cylinder bores, low coolant levels, white exhaust smoke, and rough running, potentially leading to engine damage. When I contacted Ford's customer relationship center, I was told my vehicle is outside the program's 7-year time window and was denied assistance, despite being under the program's 84,000-mile threshold. Coolant intrusion of this kind creates a risk of sudden engine roughness, misfire, and potential stalling, which is a safety concern, not just a mechanical inconvenience, particularly if it occurs at highway speed. I am filing this complaint because this is a known, documented defect that Ford has acknowledged in writing but is declining to remedy on my vehicle due to a time-based technicality, despite mileage well within the program's own stated safe range. Vehicle: 2017 Ford Escape engine: 1. 5l gtdi (ecoboost) mileage at failure: 83,891 dealer: apple Ford white bear lake, white bear lake, mn related Ford documentation: customer satisfaction program 21n12 / TSB 22-2134.

The car is having coolant intrusion in the engine block, it’s misfiring and popping codes po301-po303. It’s shooting white smoke out the back.

The vehicle was misfiring, smoke emitting from the exhaust, overheating, and constantly running out of coolant. The service engine light first appeared roughly a year ago. A code scan revealed a cylinder misfire. I replaced the spark plug and timing coil and noticed the coolant was extremely low and refilled it. The service engine light recently reappeared and the misfires, smoke, vehicle shaking and revving started getting worse. I had the vehicle taken to the local Ford dealership who confirmed that the engine suffers from a widely known defect of coolant intrusion into the cracked engine. They provided photos of the cracks in the cylinder and coolant leaking into it. Online I found an alarming amount of Ford owners experiencing the same issue, some even reporting engine fires that burnt the entire car.

The engine block cracked and leaked coolant, causing sputtering and misfiring. It has been reported to the NHTSA that Ford is refusing to fix our car.

Coolant reservoir keeps losing coolant. Took it to a mechanic who said it has a blown head gasket. Ford knows about this issue for this exact vehicle and has known since at least 2020, but hasn't issued any recalls. There are at least two service bulletins about this car.

On June 4, 2026 I got into my 2017 Escape to head out for the day. Upon startup my car began to buck/idle roughly. Then my check engine light came on. I brought it in to be checked and was told that I had a cylinder 3 misfire. All coils and spark plugs were replaced at that time. The rough idling returned 2 days later and when checked the mechanic informed me that it may be a coolant intrusion. He kept it over night and sure enough he found a coolant intrusion in cylinder 3. Per Ford, replacement of engine is necessary. Of course I was shocked to read that this has been a major known issue that Ford is aware of and not correcting. I read online that “while not officially recalled, many 1. 5l and 2. Ol ecoboost engines in this model year are known for a design flaw that allows coolant to leak into the cylinders. This often results in rough idling, white exhaust smoke, or total engine failure. If you experience these symptoms, contact your local dealership or an independent mechanic, as it may be covered under a technical service bulletin (TSB). ” the TSB # I was given is 22-2229. The Ford dealership is now wanting me to pay over $11,000 for a new engine on a 9 year old car. I only have 50,000 miles on it and take amazing care of my Escape. It looks brand new still. I think it is absolutely absurd that Ford has not recalled all 2017 Escapes to fix this manufacture defect! they are leaving consumers to pay completely out of pocket and it has made me never want to buy a Ford product again!.

Coolant for car engine was discovered by Ford service technician in cylinder causing the spark plug to misfire and break. The engine miss fires and idles very rough. The check engine light keeps coming on flashing, which is another tell tale sigh, according to service advisor, that there is a problem. The car is available for inspection at any time. Driving becomes dangerous if the engine quits or causing the rough engine to not continue to run. Olathe Ford wants $10,000. 00 for a new engine.

Coolant intrusion for the second time. The entire engine was replaced due to coolant intrusion. Ford did the replacement. Now a handful of years later, the engine has coolant intrusion again. This block has a known issue with the design.

I have the 2. 0 l eco-boost engine that has the coolant leak. It’s Ford service bulletin TSB 19-2346.

Coolant intrusion into the engine, coolant flowing into the cylinders. Resulting in major dangerous stuttering, jerking, and dangerous loss of power in middle of freeway with fast moving traffic around vehicle. Ford known issue!.

Water leaking into cylinder white smoke when start engine uses coolant quickly engine light on.

The Ford 2. 0l ecoboost engine has known issue of coolant in cylinders which causes misfires. Ford has yet to issue a recall on this engine. They have redesigned the engine to solve the known problem. Why have they not issued a recall and why our customers being stuck with the repair costs. The vehicle will suddenly start loosing power which could cause a rear end accident. The Ford service center has confirmed this is the issue. The code that was displayed on obdii was #07e8- cylinder 2 misfire.

The 2017 Ford Escape left me and my young child broke down on the side of the road would not crank was running rough. Had the car towed to a mechanic there is coolant leaking into the motor. Replacement of motor is needed. Ford has changed the block on this vehicle because of this problem why is there no recall.

Coolant intrusion in cylinder #4. Documented in Ford customer satisfaction program 21n12. Requires engine replacement. Vehicle has 40k miles.

Manufacturing defect causing coolant intrusion and misfire/rough idle. This is also after rebuilding transmission less than a year prior due to failure.

On Saturday may 30th my vehicle did a safety shut down and told me to pull over, it appeared to be overheating. Checked my coolant and my reserve tank was empty. I took it to my Ford dealer, their diagnosis was that my engine block was defective/porice and leaking coolant. They stated this is a known issue with Ford. There is a Ford recall 26s01 dated 1/15/26 for this exact issue that my vehicle has not been included in. I strongly feel I need to be compensated for this as it is the exact issue I am experiencing.

This 2017 Ford Escape titanium with ecoboost engine suffers from coolant intrusion into the engine. The known design flaw allows coolant into the hot engine which causes cracked heads and eventually a cracked engine case. It also blows oil into the turbo and intake system that leads to engine fires. Our current recommendation from mechanics is to replace the engine, the turbocharger assembly and the valve cover with decontamination of the intake system. This is a known engine design flaw and Ford does not recall or fix so we are out the entire value of the car. Our car currently has ~60k miles on it. So is rendered inoperative at very low mileage and has a high risk of engine fire.

The check engine light came on and the vehicle was diagnosed with coolant intrusion and it was stated by the dealership service department to be a known issue for this particular engine. However, there was no recall and Ford offers no assistance for the engine replacement, which is what is needed. The engine replacement estimate from the dealership was over $8000.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated while the contact's granddaughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine and the engine overheating warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion and a failed engine. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 122,000.