2017 Ford Escape

Running rough with no MIL warning light. Possible engine issue as described by the below TSB: Ford TSB 22-2229 Make: Ford Number: 22-2229 Title: 2.0L EcoBoost - Coolant In Cylinders, White Exhaust Smoke and/or Illuminated MIL Date: 6/9/2022 Models: 2015-2018 Edge SE 2015-2018 Edge SEL 2015-2018 Edge Sport 2015-2018 Edge Titanium 2015-2019 Escape S 2015-2019 Escape SE 2018-2019 Escape SEL 2015-2019 Escape Titanium 2017-2018 Fusion Energi Platinum 2015-2018 Fusion Energi SE Luxury 2015-2019 Fusion Energi Titanium 2017-2018 Fusion Platinum 2017-2018 Fusion Platinum Hybrid 2015-2019 Fusion S 2015-2018 Fusion S Hybrid 2015-2019 Fusion SE 2015-2019 Fusion SE Hybrid 2019 Fusion SEL 2019 Fusion SEL Hybrid 2017-2019 Fusion Sport 2015-2019 Fusion Titanium 2015-2019 Fusion Titanium Hybrid Summary: Some 2015-2018 Edge and 2017-2019 Fusion/MKZ/Escape/MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit a low coolant level, white exhaust smoke and/or a runs rough condition with or without an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) may include P0300, P0301-P0304, P0316, P0217, P1285 and/or P1299 stored in powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to coolant intrusion into the cylinder. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the long block engine assembly.

Received a warning on vehicle. However when diagnostics were run through the Ford's onboard system everything came back as normal. Went to find out what code was appearing. The code stated that the spark plugs needed to be replaced. Had all four replaced, but noticed that the coolant level had dropped off suddenly without warning, no notification notice in car, and the only reason I found out was my vehicle's temperature gauge was increasing quickly. After filling it up with coolant a second time and the check engine light not resetting after the spark plugs replacement, all of a sudden white smoke and smell came out of the exhaust. Knowing something was not right, quickly shut off vehicle, and called a local Ford dealership to verify that my Ford Escape with less than 74,000 miles on it had blown a head gasket!!! Even though the 2017 - 2019 did have a recall for this exact problem it ONLY APPLIED TO THE 1.5 ENGINES AND NOT TO THE 2.0 ENGINES!!! Why is that when there are a high number of complaints for the exact similar problem as mine?

2017 Ford Escape Titanium. As I understand it from my Ford Service Representative: My heat was not warming up and when I noted it back in November, the soonest appt was 12/19/2024. I took my 2017 Ford Escape in to have the heat issue diagnosed on 12/19/2023. The coolant and antifreeze was leaking into the 2nd cylinder compartment from a small crack in the cylinder compartments. I have this serviced routinely per MFR. This appears to be a flaw in the Ford designed 4-cylinder engine block for the 2017 Escapes and they have since gone back to the previous engine coolant delivery system because this weakens the integrity of the cylinder compartment and these "cracks" were happening causing the fluids to leak into the piston compartment. I have an extended warranty, though I did not realize it was not a Ford extended warranty, but a 3rd party ESP. My ESP will pay for the major components of replacing the engine and labor costs, however does not cover "single-use" items like hoses, fluids, brackets, etc. to put in the new engine. I requested Ford to assist me with the $425.00 OOP expenses this will be, and they refused. I only have 30,000 miles on this engine and am very concerned that this should be placed on recall and Ford should pay for all 2017 Ford Escapes and other Fords that had this flawed designed 4-cylinder engine coolant delivery system.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that when he started the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact also stated when he started the vehicle, he became aware that the engine was misfiring. The vehicle was also consuming an excessive amount of coolant. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact stated that the vehicle was scheduled for a diagnostic test later in the week. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 15-20 MPH with his 5-year-old son in the rear passenger’s seat, the vehicle lost motive power intermittently. Additionally, the RPMs were fluctuating. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled into a parking spot. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that there was a coolant intrusion in the engine, and the engine needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the engine was replaced; however, the failure increased more frequently. The contact stated that the vehicle was shuddering and vibrating significantly while driving. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who informed the contact that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 73,285.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated when she started the vehicle, the vehicle lurched forward when shifted into reverse and then stalled. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that coolant had intruded into the cylinders and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to Technical Service Bulletin Number: 19-2139 Coolant Intrusion into the Cylinders (Engine and Engine Cooling). The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.

I started the vehicle and the engine was shaking, it had reduced acceleration and power while driving and the engine light started flashing with engine making popping noises and car bucking. I could not stay up with cars on freeway and after stopping would barely accelerate. I had to wait till traffic was not coming to turn across oncoming lanes to prevent being hit. I limped it back home and found low coolant and misfire codes for cylinders 2 and 3 . I am a 25 year ASE master certified auto technician , I pulled spark plugs and found coolant in cylinders 2 and 3. Engine was not overheating. this vehicle has 62120 miles. I found many complaints online for this issue.

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact used a diagnostic scanner to diagnose the vehicle and retrieved a code that indicated that coolant was leaking into cylinder #2. The contact checked the coolant level and noticed that the coolant level was low. The coolant reservoir was refilled. The contact stated the coolant level dropped low again. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a coolant leak into the engine and that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.