2016 Ford Edge engine and engine cooling problems

“The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that coolant was entering the engine combustion chamber. The check engine light was illuminated, and the vehicle displayed DTC: P0301. The contact also referenced a scanner displaying code 4301. The contact stated that there was a sweet smell while starting the vehicle, which was consistent with coolant intrusion into the engine. The condition progressively worsened. The contact consulted with an independent mechanic. The contact was concerned that the vehicle might stall or that the engine could suffer catastrophic damage while driving on the highway. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.”

“The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low coolant warning light illuminated. The contact parked and inspected the vehicle and refilled the coolant reservoir. The coolant level was frequently low and consumed one gallon of coolant weekly. The vehicle was purchased as a used vehicle a year prior, and the failure began two months after the vehicle was purchased. A document was found in the vehicle from the previous owner which indicated that the vehicle was diagnosed with engine failure. The dealer who performed the diagnostic test was contacted and confirmed the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was auctioned off by the previous owner. In addition, the contact researched and stated that it was a known failure with the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.”

“The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the engine warning light illuminated. The driver became aware that the coolant level was low. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who confirmed that the failure was due to a misfire in cylinders #2 and #3. The contact stated that the spark plugs were replaced, and coolant was added, but the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that coolant was leaking into the engine. The mechanic informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact called an unknown local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and confirmed there was no recall coverage for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.”

“The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, there was black smoke coming out of the exhaust pipes. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion and engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact stated that the engine had been replaced twice within two years, and it was the third time the vehicle experienced engine failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was unknown.”

“The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact smelled a sweet-smelling odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact checked the engine and became aware that the coolant reservoir was almost empty. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was determined that there was coolant intrusion into the engine block. The spark plugs were replaced; however, the coolant intrusion into the engine persisted. The contact stated that the vehicle became difficult to start. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion into cylinder #3, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 72,000.”

“The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the engine was faulty due to coolant intrusion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000.”